I had NO idea of the value - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

300sdlguy · #1 01-09-2006, 09:21 AM

I have a set of these sitting in my storage since 1998 with a better set of MXV Pilot tires on them. I figured I'd only get $500 on ebay so I have just been keeping them around. Guess I better increase my homeowners insurance

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=8027446309&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT

Ra_ · #2 01-09-2006, 09:45 AM

Sell! Sell!

I remember when a dude was trying to buy a domain name from me.
He eventually got up to $10,000.
"I just want it so my wife can create a kid's charity with it."

I was able to look into him a bit and discovered that
he was involved with the video game industry,
which makes more money than major motion pictures,
without having to pay any actors!

Anyway, I turned him down.
Shortly thereafter, the dot com bubble burst.
Wish I had sold.

Sell!

Hatterasguy · #3 01-09-2006, 11:13 AM

Lorinsor's = lots of $$$. They are a very expensive wheel, to bad they are ugly Chrome. They look nice however, even with cheap tires.

t walgamuth · #4 01-09-2006, 11:22 PM

the chrome. not enough to step up at those prices though.

tom w

#5 01-09-2006, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 300sdlguy

I have a set of these sitting in my storage since 1998 with a better set of MXV Pilot tires on them. I figured I'd only get $500 on ebay so I have just been keeping them around. Guess I better increase my homeowners insurance

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=8027446309&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT

do you want to sell the wheels? i would be happy to buy them, name your price

Hit Man X · #6 01-09-2006, 11:43 PM

I like how those look, I'm waiting for a steal on some 15" version of the ones on my SD. I've seen a 14" version of the '86+ wheel too...

MTUpower · #7 01-10-2006, 12:01 AM

I think chrome rims go with chrome teeth

#8 01-10-2006, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by MTUpower

I think chrome rims go with chrome teeth

i have braces, so me and the rims will match!!

#9 01-14-2006, 05:35 PM

well i got them, drove up to van nuys and picked them up paid a little more than i preferred, i too could do without the chrome i have seen thim in a non chreome version.
i put them on my euro 500SEL, the car drives like a whole different machine. amazing handling and smooth ride. i think it is the propler offset and the width of the tires that compleates it, i will post some pictures today, i am in the process of replacing the water pump, timing chain, all the tensioners and rails. i was amazed when i pulled the valve covers, everything looked like new.pretty good for 144K miles.
i thought it would be a good idea to replace the chain ant other related items because i would get a rattle on once in a while during cold start. better safe than sorry.

TheDon · #10 01-15-2006, 12:22 AM

wow those are dish

300sdlguy · #11 01-15-2006, 01:40 AM

They are an awesome looking wheel, and very "correct" looking for the w126's. Personally I would only have them in chrome. I am surprised what you paid, but also, very glad to see their value. I will probably take off the 17's Lorinser's I have on my 300SDL currently and put the 16's back on, I like the look better.

#12 01-15-2006, 08:11 PM

here are some pictures from the chain replacement, and some of the car with the new wheels

#13 01-15-2006, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 300sdlguy

They are an awesome looking wheel, and very "correct" looking for the w126's. Personally I would only have them in chrome. I am surprised what you paid, but also, very glad to see their value. I will probably take off the 17's Lorinser's I have on my 300SDL currently and put the 16's back on, I like the look better.

post some before and after pictures please

TheDon · #14 01-15-2006, 09:01 PM

yea i stick by my word.. they are dish

PatricdeBoer · #15 01-15-2006, 09:35 PM

That is one dank ride.

I didn't know any of the 126's had the side marker lights.