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Old 08-16-2008 | 12:40 PM
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Default Wave of 997 Turbo rims?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-PO...spagenameZWDVW

Seams there is plenty of those on eBay currently.
Like easily 20+ auctions.

However, what seams wrong is they are 18".

Aren't 997 Turbo rims 19"?

So... they aren't the original one.
Anybody got experience with those?
Old 08-16-2008 | 12:42 PM
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IMO 18" rims are far better at this time as there is FAR more choice in rubber for 18" rims
Old 08-16-2008 | 01:01 PM
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Yes the original turbo rims are 19" with offsets that work well for 928's + the 8.5" front rim too

They make aftermarket 18" versions.......
Old 08-16-2008 | 11:56 PM
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Porsche offered 18" rims on the 996

Original Equipment Front Size: 225/40-18

Original Equipment Rear Size: 295/30-18

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Select...3&autoModClar=
Old 08-17-2008 | 12:32 AM
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I'm considering buying them. 1000$ for the 4 rims.
I think the price is interresting.
Old 08-17-2008 | 11:11 AM
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I have a brand new set of original Turbo 19" wheels 997 with the correct offsets for our cars.
PM me if interested.
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Old 08-17-2008 | 12:04 PM
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Nice wheels! I've never noticed this style before. The gunmetal version looks like a close match to my Meteor Metalic paint, but black would probably look good too.

Anyone have a picture of these wheels on a 928?



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