Tires, Wheels, & Brakes Discussion about wheels, tires, and brakes for the new MINI.
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Old Jul 5, 2004 | 05:02 PM
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You'll Be The Only MINI Around With These

I just saw this thread over on MINI2.
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?t=62713
These wheels are, IMHO, the best I've ever seen on a MINI.



The plan is to have 100 sets made for a very reasonable price. That's right. MADE. I think there are 4 sets in the world right now. 100 sets would put you in pretty exclusive territory. Did I mention I think they're beautiful on the MINI? The hitch is that they're from the UK and I have no clue yet as to shipping here to the states.
The wheels are 18X7.5. The offset is 45. They weigh about 11 kg apiece.
350 pounds for the set which translates to about $641.
Check out the thread.
 
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Old Jul 5, 2004 | 05:24 PM
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24lbs a piece seems like a lot of weight. How does that compare to the stock set up. They look fantastic, and for under $700 a set thats a good deal
 
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Old Jul 5, 2004 | 06:13 PM
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Aside from being damn heavy (and yes, you'll notice that as I did on my truck I pulled the 18s off after one trip) they appear to be very BRAKE FRIENDLY and that alone makes them wothwhile. But then the racers will point out the lack of tires for track days....it's a viscous circle....
 
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 09:16 AM
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Hi Guys,

I'm arranging this group buy in the UK but this offer is also open to you guys in the US. Air freight to New York is about £234.50 + vat. If there were enough orders from the US then maybe you guys could arrange getting several sets shipped out together to save on shipping costs.

This group buy will close on Wednesday 21st July 04. As Morales pointed out - only 100 sets of these wheels are getting made for the Mini, they will never be available to buy again after this.

If any of you guys are interested check out this link:
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?t=62713

This offer is open to individuals as well as companies.

Cheers, LB.
 
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