Need advice on where to buy new wheels...
11-21-2003, 04:18 PM
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I would contact Sunset Inports in Beaverton Oregon. Talk to Jeff as he is a really great guy! I know someone who bought his '02 5 spokes from Sunset, for under $2k delivered. After seeing these wheels on a 993, I have decided this is the wheel I NEED!!!!
11-21-2003, 09:29 PM
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Do not know what the FM 5's weigh, I bought them based on the looks and the hoped for ease of cleaning.......
my driving and ability are not at the level that less weight would make a big difference.
however they did feel much much lighter than the turbo twist wheels that came with the car
Think wheel enhancement would know the answer to the question
my driving and ability are not at the level that less weight would make a big difference.
however they did feel much much lighter than the turbo twist wheels that came with the car
Think wheel enhancement would know the answer to the question
11-21-2003, 09:48 PM
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Originally posted by chris walrod
I would contact Sunset Inports in Beaverton Oregon. Talk to Jeff as he is a really great guy! I know someone who bought his '02 5 spokes from Sunset, for under $2k delivered. After seeing these wheels on a 993, I have decided this is the wheel I NEED!!!!
I would contact Sunset Inports in Beaverton Oregon. Talk to Jeff as he is a really great guy! I know someone who bought his '02 5 spokes from Sunset, for under $2k delivered. After seeing these wheels on a 993, I have decided this is the wheel I NEED!!!!
, thanks. Hope you get yours soon...I just did a once-a-year- wax after the canyons run so couldn't resist taking some pics to remind to wax more often.
11-27-2003, 11:08 AM
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Originally posted by Randy M '96 Silver 993
I purchased mine at Wheel Enhancement and was very happy with the service and price. I am local though. If I needed to buy them and get them shipped I probably would have gone with Sunset Imports www.sunsetimports.com, as their prices were a little lower. But I did not want to deal with shipping, and I liked the fact that if I had a problem, I could just go back and deal with them direct. Also, I was told that Porsche just raised the price, so ask if they will honor the old price. It is always worth a try. I think the difference was about $100 for the set.
I purchased mine at Wheel Enhancement and was very happy with the service and price. I am local though. If I needed to buy them and get them shipped I probably would have gone with Sunset Imports www.sunsetimports.com, as their prices were a little lower. But I did not want to deal with shipping, and I liked the fact that if I had a problem, I could just go back and deal with them direct. Also, I was told that Porsche just raised the price, so ask if they will honor the old price. It is always worth a try. I think the difference was about $100 for the set.
11-27-2003, 02:22 PM
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I purchased my 5 spokes at wheel enhancement and was very happy with the service and speed with which I got my wheels. I went with 285s in the back and they fit perfect. The 5 spoke are buy far the best looking wheels (IMHO) for the 993.
After I got my wheels my girlfriend has caught me (on many occasions) just stairing at my car and smiling. Life is good.
After I got my wheels my girlfriend has caught me (on many occasions) just stairing at my car and smiling. Life is good.
11-27-2003, 03:17 PM
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At wheel enhancement I was quoted prices for both brand new and new take-offs (30 miles-ish). Those of you that bought from them, did you buy take-offs (significantly less $$) and if so, were the wheels in new condition as expected?
Also, has anyone run into problems running 285s on a lowered car?
Thanks, this has been a great help.
Also, has anyone run into problems running 285s on a lowered car?
Thanks, this has been a great help.
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11-28-2003, 10:45 PM
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Originally posted by Martin S.
Just buy mine...they are listed in Rennlist classifieds...
Just buy mine...they are listed in Rennlist classifieds...
11-28-2003, 10:48 PM
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Martin S, I tried to send you a PM but your inbox is full. If you have MY02 carrera wheels(8X18 ET55, 10X18 ET 65), I'm interested. thanks~Mike
11-28-2003, 10:51 PM
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Originally posted by Carrera Mike
If you have MY02 carrera wheels(8X18 ET55, 10X18 ET 65), I'm interested. thanks~Mike
If you have MY02 carrera wheels(8X18 ET55, 10X18 ET 65), I'm interested. thanks~Mike
11-28-2003, 10:56 PM
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Originally posted by Viken
8" x 18" Carrera wheels have an offset of 50 mm. Not 55 mm.
8" x 18" Carrera wheels have an offset of 50 mm. Not 55 mm.
Martin S, If you have these wheels, please send me a PM. Thanks ~Mike
11-28-2003, 10:59 PM
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Originally posted by Carrera Mike
Martin S, If you have these wheels, please send me a PM. Thanks ~Mike
Martin S, If you have these wheels, please send me a PM. Thanks ~Mike
11-28-2003, 11:10 PM
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Originally posted by Carrera Mike
Martin S, I tried to send you a PM but your inbox is full. If you have MY02 carrera wheels(8X18 ET55, 10X18 ET 65), I'm interested. thanks~Mike
Martin S, I tried to send you a PM but your inbox is full. If you have MY02 carrera wheels(8X18 ET55, 10X18 ET 65), I'm interested. thanks~Mike
