Is this a good deal on wheels? - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

Flat Spot · 12-05-2006, 04:40 PM

I want to purchase and install a set of Enkei RTS 16x8 rims using my factory tires (5200 miles on them) and Discount Tire is quoting me $720 for the rims, new lugs and locks, and labor to switch them. Seems high considering each rim is only $125 ea.

Let me know your opinions.

TucsonTRD · 12-05-2006, 04:44 PM

you can haggle with discount tire. and you can go around to different shops to try to find the best price. but what it comes down to is if you can't do the work yourself then you're going to have to pay someone elses price

MGlassco · 12-05-2006, 04:47 PM

doesnt sound that good to me, that is a high mark up for those extras if you ask me. 220 for mount balance lock and wheels? thats about $100 to me, maybe I am confused by arent new lugs and locks $50? There are places that would waive the mount and balance out here when you buy a set of wheels, just my thoughts,

fpugs65 · 12-05-2006, 06:20 PM

Doesnt Wal-Mart mount and balance for $10 a wheel?

Flat Spot · 12-05-2006, 07:07 PM

Here is what I was quoted:
4 Enkei RTS 16x8 Wheels - $125ea = $500
Shipping - $12 ea = $48
Lugs and Locks = $50
Swap Tire Labor - $16 ea = $64
Total = $662
I'm not sure where the other $60 is coming from unless it's tax and fees.

MGlassco · 12-06-2006, 10:36 AM

why are they charging shipping? I was thinking it was a local place since you were using your factory tires? I wouldnt pay shipping for an in-store purchase

MGlassco · 12-06-2006, 10:37 AM

just tell them you found a place across town that would mount and balance for free, see what they say, worse case you still have the same deal available.

SlaveToTheNeedl · 12-06-2006, 12:26 PM

Anyone have any pics of Enkeis on a Tacoma?
I can get a set from the dealer for $700.00 but I don't know what Enkei they are offering. I would like to see what Enkeis are popular. BTW: I am 47 years old and don't need any spinners or chrome GANGSTA WHEELS!

nick09 · 12-06-2006, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by MGlassco

just tell them you found a place across town that would mount and balance for free, see what they say, worse case you still have the same deal available.

i agree to that, most places will match it to get the business. just give them a name of a company across town or something...