I've had requests for a 17x11/ZR1 wheel GP. So, I made some calls and sent a fax and am waiting to hear back on pricing for a group buy on 4 17x11's, or 4 17x9.5's or a set of two of each (meaning, we need to sell 5 sets of any of the 3 sizes). I hope to be able to get them in silver (stock looking), black or grey/charcoal. It looks like we'll need at least 5 buyers to get a deal (but I'll know for sure when I hear back from them). So, it's in the works and if anyone is interested, post and I'll see if we have the needed interest.

Paid:

Rob (2 sets)
Sean
Bock
JR Felton
Russ
Chris Meier
Neil
Rich Johnston
Dennis
Jackman
Spooner

I'm in for four 17x11's, 50mm offset, and in silver OR charcoal/gun metal.

I might be in for a set of black 17x11's, let us know on pricing when you hear the final details

I'm in for some 17x11s as well...

-John

I'd likely be in for a set of 17x11 50mm's myself, if the price is right . The best I came up with recently from a sponsor on another board was $429 + shipping.

Post edited to adjust price

I hope to have a fax from them when I get home tonight. I'll post them as soon as I get them.

Will they be the deep center bore or the newer style with the shallower center?

IF you can beat $430 a set, im definately in, especially if you can get the polished ones with the deep center bore( i don't think any of the knock-off companies make these anymore).

Hmmm... maybe. I already have a set of AFS's, but if the weight savings were there and the price was fair...

John @ CCW gave me a tour of their facility a couple of years ago, but I don't particularly care for the designs (nor the later models) for what they cost. I like the weight, though!

I was going to buy 2 in the near future (don't need 4). Might as well jump in with you guys.

Bock

Dam*, just bought some a month ago- might go in for a second set for rain tires though if the price is really good, but it would have to be REALLY good.

you can always do like i did... buy the painted, strip the paint and polish them.
used aircraft remover for stripping paint/clear... then started wet sanding, then polishing.
looks nice.

Any word Kevin? I sent a request for a possible GP to the source that quoted me $429 + shipping. I'm still awaiting a response as well.

I might be in for two 17X11s, black with 50mm back spacing.

Edit by trackbird:

I think I'll finally have pricing when I get home tonight. I just hung up the phone with Chis at OE.

Let me see what I get and if not, we'll try your's Dennis.

Thanks!

don't you just hate it when you have to work this hard trying to give somebody else your money?

Bock

Ok, I got a fax today, but I need to get everyone's zip codes and cities for them to quote me shipping (and I have to get the price for 4 17x11's instead of mixed pairs of 11 and 9.5's).

Get me your zip codes/cities and I'll try it again.

Thanks guys.

4 17x11's in Charcoal/Graphite 50mm offset

Louisville, KY 40220

Newberry Florida 32669

I need 2 basic silver painted 17x11 50mm offset

Im not sure.... are they saying they will only ship in sets of 4?

(ps if someone else cant split an order with me, I'll have to go elsewhere to get just 2)

Bock

I need 4 17x11s, 50mm offset, in black if they have them that way. PM'd you my ship info, Kevin.

(4) 17x11 (50mm offset) in silver/gray/etc., zip-08822

This is NOT a firm expression of interest, just exploring, but I'd like to get pricing for 4 17x9.5 OR 4 17x11 shipped to 40383.

Silver or brakedust/gunmetal grey would be OK, whichever is cheaper.

Got it, I'll check.

I would be interested in tha price for 2 17X11" 50mm black rims shipped to 23430.

C'mon I know someone else wants in on the GP.

I'm going to try to get a fax to them tonight to get better pricing (more accurate).

Some more noncommittal interest here....

Could I get a price for 4 17x11s in whatever finish is cheapest with a 50mm offset to zip code 72764?


Two questions....

1) What do these things weigh?
2) What is their load rating?

Sorry if I missed this information somewhere.

Sure.

And.

1) I think they are about 26 lbs, but I don't have that officially.
2) Off the top of my head, 1440 lbs (but again, not official).

Hopefully this will turn into something quickly. I've got somebody who wants to buy my old wheels/tires but I don't want to be at the track without a spare set....so while I wait, he waits!

I'll crank out a fax with the latest information tonight.

Thanks guys, sorry this is taking so long.

Fax was just sent, I'll leave the fax on for the next day or so (until I get an answer back).

Ok, I got a fax back today. Here's the info we've all been waiting for.....

I asked for GP prices for 3 sets and for 5 sets. I only got one set of prices back. So, if we have enough buyers, I'll try to push for a better discount, I'm guessing it can be done.

First, the "notes".

Black wheels are on the way (guessing by boat), should be here in about 3 weeks. Gunmetal wheels are scheduled to be in stock in 2 weeks. They may be discontinuing the gunmetal, so order any spares now.

Black, Silver and Gunmetal

17x9.5 = 105 ea (420)
17x11 = 110 ea (440)

Chrome

17x9.5 = 148 ea (592)
17x11 = 152 ea (608)

Polished

17x9.5 = 113 ea (448)
17x11 - 116 ea (464)

Shipping per wheel (by zip code)

43119 = 15 ea
40220 = 15 ea
32669 = 11 ea
03051 = 19 ea
08822 = 15 ea
40383 = 16 ea

I see that we didn't get shipping rates to all locations. Just find one close to you, or I'll have to ask them for a total when we order (if we order?). I sent him the list, but he missed a few.

Kevin I'm definately in for 4 17x11's in Gunmetal. I can pay as early as Friday.

Gotcha.

Ok I'm in for another set. I'm in for a set of 4 17x9.5's in gunmetal.

In short I'm in for:

4 17x11's Gunmetal (40220)
4 17x9.5's Gunmetal (40220)

Wow, you'll need more cars at this rate.....

I'm in for (4) 17x11, 50mm offset, Silver (08822)

im about 95% sure i want a set of (4) 17x11 polished in 50mm, zip is 66502 if you can get a quote. Im 100% if you can get em for cheaper

I am in for 2 17X11 Black 50mm offset for sure. Ship to 23430

I'll see if I can get a quote, but based on the others, I'm guessing about $16 a wheel (looking at area and shipping charts and it's $15-16 to KY and $19 to the New England area). Just a guess based on doing lots of shipping of stuff over the years.

As a side note, to save money, I'll ask that you mail me a money order. If you wish to use Paypal, please add 3.5% (I think that's the right number, it's more than 3%) to cover fees. I'll take either one, but to save cash, money orders will be fine. Once we get a final talley, I'll pm my mailing address and paypal info to everyone on the list (or PM me).

I still only need 2.

But the price is pretty darn good, so I'll get 4 if that is the only way they will ship them.

Anybody want to split a set?

Bock

They priced them each, so I think 2 will be ok.

Why can't you folks do this sort of thing in the winter?? When I have $$$?

Ugh, I'm staring down the barrel of a set of A6s and just racing costs in general. I could really use a set for practice. Must...resist...purchase...debt

I've more or less decided to get 4, Silver, 17x11, 50mm. Then I can use two for street tires

Let us know when and where to send the dough.

Thanks

Bock

Bock

It's only money Brian. I was going to wait but that darned Kevin starts selling C5 bracket again. Low and behold I need new street wheels in addition to the 17x11's I wanted this winter. Now thanks to Kevin I'm buying C5 brakes, 17x11's, 17x9.5's, and a fender roller.

Kevin you want to set an official end date for this? I do have a post on my local board I think a couple of people were somewhat interested.

I guess we'll make it Sunday, August 13th. (unless anyone wants to be sooner). That way, people can send the checks and I'll get everything ordered as soon as everything comes in. That gives people another payday.

What are the available offsets for the 17X11s?

They do 50mm, I can see if they also do 36mm, I'm not sure at this time.

Which did you think you might want?

What brand are these? Just wondering how they compare weight and quality wise to AFS. Price is excellent!

Payment sent via PayPal.

4 17x11's gunmetal
&
4 17x9.5 gunmetal