Buying alloys at distance

Thurman

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Jan 28, 2008
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Ive decided to stick with the Cupra 7x17's for my Fr. Ive contacted a guy who is selling a set of 4 for a reasonable price but it involves quite a trek to colloect. Has anyone purchased a set of wheels privately at distance and had to arrange carriage? If so - who would you recommend?
 

st10587

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i used to work for overfinch and we used to ship wheels and even at our special rate it was still over £100 for 4 wheels
 

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I use APC overnight and they courier a full set of wheels and tyres for £40-£50 dependant on size.

Have a look at where their nearest depot is to you and give them a phone. They will even come to your door and pick the wheels up if you arrnage though.
 

Thurman

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I'm in South Wales (chepstow) and the wheels are 'up norf'. I see yours are up for sale now, but I dont think the GF would be too happy if i spent £550 + on a set of used wheels! I did check out the carriage costs from you to me though and APC quoted £67 which is unbelievable considering DHL want £170 ish!!
 

Thurman

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Thats a good price considering the distance - not sure where I went wrong with DHL!
 
Dec 5, 2007
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Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
Yes, just that you said you were getting them cheap than the asking price. And the way you said it, i imagine quite abit lower? I'm not saying stoo's is over priced though just wondering.
 

Thurman

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Ah ok. If you are after 5 with good tyres I think Stoos price is on the money. It depends if you can get a good set without tyres at a decent price. To find a decent set with decent tyres for circa £500 +/- delivery is quite a job at the moment.
 
Dec 5, 2007
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Cheers. I had a mate from a the saxo web site i go on ( <--- non chav ) from when i owned my saxo. He done me 4 alloys with tyres for £18 but i'm not sure if he still runs the service or not. It was next day delivery. I'm also not sure what company he used but could ask.
 
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