WTB / WTT - Seeking 17x9's for NC

[neirbot]

Looking for a set of 17x9's for my 2009 MX5 (5x114.3, ET48 or 45) -- preferably RPF1, Kosei K1-TS, or 949 6ULR. No curb rash, damage, or previous repairs.

Alternatively, I can trade my silver 17x8 RPF1's (excellent condition) for equivalent condition 17x9's.

I'm not in a huge rush, but hoping to do something by autox season. I may end up getting the TRM C3's if nothing comes up on the used market (or just bite the bullet for new RPF1's or Kosei's).

[OZMDD]

All are great choices, but the C3's are just as good as the others, as the extra couple pounds doesn't really bother an stiffly-sprung NC. There were a set of 6ULR's on the pointy board classifieds recently.

[neirbot]

Thanks OZ -- good to know and thanks for your advice over on m.net (I'm roadster-nh over there). I've been wondering about the C3's -- they periodically go on sale, making them an even better value. I'm on the FM suspension with a front RX8 sway and no rear, so not overly stiff (300# front, 200# rear).

[OZMDD]

The tradeoff of grip for weight is definitely in-favor of the grip. Its always great to minimize unsprung weight, but I wouldn't spend an extra $600 for it unless I was in contention for a jacket at nationals. Having said that, I really liked the Ki-TS on the NC.

As for C3's, buy whatever color is on-sale (usually silver) and paint them yourself. Easy-peasy.

[Nails]

These look like they may be 8's instead of 9's. He doesn't say so you'd have to call him.
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/4216140948.html

[altiain]

You can buy them new for less than $1150 a set.

[OZMDD]

Yep, way overpriced for used wheels.

[Jwett9]

You can buy them new for less than $1150 a set.

He has at the bottom is a set of 5, not 4.

[tailchaser]

He has at the bottom is a set of 5, not 4.

which would still make them overpriced, even if I had a set of 3 to complete...

[OZMDD]

He has at the bottom is a set of 5, not 4.

I realize that. Still overpriced. The value-added is not 1:1 for a single wheel in a used set. He ain't driving a 4x4, so full-size spare is almost worthless. I'd say its worth $100 as a single used wheel. Its only worth more to someone who cracked a single wheel. They are only $240/each new. I'd say a set of 4 used is worth $600-$700, plus $100 for the spare.

[tailchaser]

I realize that. Still overpriced. The value-added is not 1:1 for a single wheel in a used set. He ain't driving a 4x4, so full-size spare is almost worthless. I'd say its worth $100 as a single used wheel. Its only worth more to someone who cracked a single wheel. They are only $240/each new. I'd say a set of 4 used is worth $600-$700, plus $100 for the spare.

Yup... 6UL's can fetch more since they tend to be out of stock new, but in stock wheels just can't command 85-90% of new cost on the used market.

[OZMDD]

And 6ULR's are out-of-production, so have some value to the YOJDM market and people who already own a set.

[neirbot]

I realize that. Still overpriced. The value-added is not 1:1 for a single wheel in a used set. He ain't driving a 4x4, so full-size spare is almost worthless. I'd say its worth $100 as a single used wheel. Its only worth more to someone who cracked a single wheel. They are only $240/each new. I'd say a set of 4 used is worth $600-$700, plus $100 for the spare.

Yeah, I figured that's about what I'd list my 17x8's for, give or take.

[Nails]

The ad says Or Best Offer. Make him an offer. That's how I got my RS+Ms. They were a CL find. Owner was asking $800 for them and I got them for 500. He had them on his Subaru for autocrosses.

[NC Eunos]

I have a set of BNIB TR Motorsport wheels 17x9 black that I may be willing to sell. Have not decided price yet...pm me if your interested.

[Robert]

If you are buying them for autocross, weight will have a very small effect on time, so small as to be almost impossible to test, around .1 to .2 sec on a 60 sec course. The difference between a 245 or 255 on a 9 inch wheel vs. an 8 inch wheel is pretty big. If you are buying them for autocross in STR class get a 9 inch wheel.

[neirbot]

These look like they may be 8's instead of 9's. He doesn't say so you'd have to call him.
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/4216140948.html

I contacted the seller -- it's a set of two 8's and three 9's.

[OZMDD]

Lol, even more valuable!! Serioiusly, offer him $450 for the 3, then buy a single new for $240 and have a nice deal. Or offer him $600 and sell the other two yourself. I'm guessing he won't go below $1k because he's delusional, but you never know.

[neirbot]

That crossed my mind, but now I'm wondering if I'm low enough for +45 9's with 245/40's. The FM springs get me down to 13.5" in the front, but that may not be enough -- perhaps it's OK with enough neg camber. Maybe I should have posted a WTB for coilovers LOL. Of course I also need an LSD... this never ends, does it? Then all I would need to buy is some driving talent.

[OZMDD]

It doesn't require getting super-low to fit them on an NC with decent camber. A basic fender roll covers about 90% of it. Talk to TDR, as they've done several good NC setups and know how to fit things without tons of trouble.