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Old 06-17-2008, 02:22 PM
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i love the k19's in black... but at around $1100-1200 a wheel, that's way more than i wanted to spend. can anyone recommend something else thats very similar but more affordable? i want a set of 19 inchers for my '01 996 coupe. used is okay too. thanks
Old 06-17-2008, 03:13 PM
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not to mention...Since Lexani bought Kinesis they no longer make that style of wheel...so even if you found one from someone's inventory if anything ever happened to it you could not get a replacement. Best to choose another wheel.

Forgeline makes wheels along the lines of Kinesis...but they're not any cheaper.
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I was about to recommend Champion but then saw your budget range. How about SSR's which are semi forged or Rays both within your budget brand new....
Old 06-18-2008, 04:46 AM
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Try looking at the new Axis wheels for Porsche. Dan @ VividRacing carries them, inexpensive and nice looking in all black with your color choice of rim stripe.
http://axiswheels.com/wheels.php?id=penta_porsche
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these are the wheels... saw this pic on another thread here. trying to find something very similar.

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I'll repeat myself....Forgeline

ZX3P: Can be had in numerous center and outer lip finishes
Old 06-18-2008, 03:18 PM
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yes.. thanks, so noted. as you indicated, still 1k+ a wheel. just looking for something cheaper that has the same look... thanks.
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what's your budget?
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about half that... 2k. so 500 a wheel... is that realistic?
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Forgeline I have three sets
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Mike, the wheel pictured is mine. I paid $1,759. for the set on ebay a few months ago. I had to have two of them powdercoated (to match the other two) at a cost of about $400. I was able to buy a Kinesis center cap from Wheel Enhancement for $15.
If you watch ebay for a while, you should be able to find a nice set of used wheels for your 996 for about $2,000. I saw great deals on Fiske wheels, BBS, and OEM Sportdesign. I also suggest keeping an eye on the classified ads here, 6 speed, and Pelican. Good luck.
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How about these? They are for sale. Powdercote them black if you want!
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nice, pm sent
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Iforged.com Try them. I think their prices are fair and the quality is great.

Try Ken at ModCity.com


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