Best place for replica W202 wheels?

[Shala]

I found a set of these but just wanna see if there's anywhere else I can find these or other wheels
looking for 18"s. or maybe even 17"s
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/18-Mercedes-D...oryZ9888QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[NW_Merc]

I found a set of these but just wanna see if there's anywhere else I can find these or other wheels
looking for 18"s. or maybe even 17"s
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/18-Mercedes-D...oryZ9888QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

It's your choice at the end of the day, but personally I wouldnt go for replicas if I can help it. There are alot of wheels that look good on the W202 its a matter of taste and choice. Some replicas are good, while others tend to be not made very well and buckle over time. There are different places that sell replicas as well as originals.

alloywheelsdirect and murray systems sell OEM and replicas (I think but dont quote me).

Otherwise try places like Ronal who make most of the OEM wheels for mercedes as well as Borbet. I have some Borbets 17s on my car, the set cost 330 squids for 4 wheels.

 

[High-Lo]

I don't believe Murray Systems sell replicas. Only genuine items

 

[NW_Merc]

I don't believe Murray Systems sell replicas. Only genuine items

Sorry my mistake, thanks mate

 

[Chris Murray]

alloywheelsdirect and murray systems sell OEM and replicas (I think but dont quote me).

We refuse to sell any replica wheels.. for many reasons
Alloy Wheels Direct Ltd is the new name for Murray Systems Ltd since June 2006.. Must get my name on the forum changed..

 

[peppernick]

Not all replicas are poor quality products, but you have to choose carefully and be well informed of who makes the wheel.

Even OEM AMG wheels are not made by AMG per say, they commision Italian wheel makers like Cromodora, Rondell etc to produce the rims. And such companies also make plenty of 'style' rims for the replica markets.

There are some really shabby reps out there, but if you choose carefully, there are some real bargains to be had. However, if you're not sure, or if the supplier cannot tell you who made the wheels, then you'll be better off sticking with the 'selected' 'OEM' wheels.

I had a set of BBS styled alloys made by Velocity Motoring on my M3. They are some of the best wheels I've ever used, and at £100 per wheel, I didn't even bother refurbing the kerb ones. Just replace them with new!