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Old 08-04-2011, 03:23 PM   #1
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kijiji Montreal has several used original Porsche rim sets. Better brush up on your french if you aren't bilingual
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Old 08-05-2011, 06:04 AM   #2
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kijiji Montreal has several used original Porsche rim sets. Better brush up on your french if you aren't bilingual
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Old 08-05-2011, 07:50 AM   #3
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+1 on wheel dynamics. They used sell the Carrera replicas for $700. I kick myself for not buying a set to run during winter.

Those 987 turbo replicas would look nice. I think you need that Porsche clip that keeps the e-brake tied back. You should also consider weight if you are looking at other wheels, if your shocks are still original a heavier wheel will make the ride very rough, double the rattles and noise. My factory Carreras are 20 pounds, the stock 17"s were about 30 pounds. I wouldn't go any heavier. And I don't think there's any point in paying more than $1K for wheels since they'll most likely be cast alloys which will bend like a Pepsi can just like $2K fancy brand cast alloys. Forged are bomb proof but then you're loking at $800 per wheel unless there are better deals to be had on a used set.
Although for Boxster fit there aren't many choices as far as forged without going to 19" which will severely limit your tire choices and they'll be $$$$$.
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If you're looking for a specific wheel - you're stuck with what you find. Otherwise the classified (for sale) section here, Ebay and Craigslist in your area almost always provide numerous less-expensive options.
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Old 08-07-2011, 08:07 AM   #5
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Check out this site...OEM wheels at very inexpensive prices.

http://www.wheelsrims.net/porsche-boxster-inventory.html
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