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Old Jul 17, 2011 | 04:11 PM
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Default Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

I have a set of 4, but I'm only selling 2. One set is nicer than the other, so the choice is yours.

MB Part# is 208 401 0002.

The Centercaps for these wheels are not included, but the lug nuts are.

These wheels are Used and in Good Condition with no major physical or cosmetic defects. The wheels are straight, but the outer edges have some slight curb damage. The wheels have a brushed/polished finish with minor cosmetic scratches.

These wheels are forged Aluminum and are extremely lightweight, 13-14 lbs.

Lug Pattern: 5x112mm

Wheel Size: 16x7in

This set is $225:


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This set is $175:


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Old Jul 23, 2011 | 05:39 PM
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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

BUMP ****'s!
 
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 06:32 PM
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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

I'd really love to have them but I have a spousal disapproval problem. I have the stock rims and tires stored in the office and I don't know how to hide 2 more from "she who must be obeyed" I'm dying with desire but ....... dang it man, I want.

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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

Originally Posted by velociabstract
I'd really love to have them but I have a spousal disapproval problem. I have the stock rims and tires stored in the office and I don't know how to hide 2 more from "she who must be obeyed" I'm dying with desire but ....... dang it man, I want.

Les
Want to make a trade?? I'd like a couple front SRT6 wheels.
 
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 06:44 PM
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No go. I'm a firm believer in holding on to original parts regardless of "she who must be obeyed". I'd rather suffer her ire than trade. Not to mention, sadly, one of the front rims is bent. I don't know how it happened but it's bent. I'll eventually get it straightened. Curiously, the stock rims go back on the car (bent one too) tomorrow to save my track tires until the next track day in august.

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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

Hey Grip Grip!

I met a guy at the last track rental with a twin turbo Jeep SRT-8 here in P.R. He was telling me all the Jeep guys were selling their Jeeps and buying SRT-6's. How about that! He's got his detuned and now it's his wife's ride.

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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

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Hey Grip Grip!

I met a guy at the last track rental with a twin turbo Jeep SRT-8 here in P.R. He was telling me all the Jeep guys were selling their Jeeps and buying SRT-6's. How about that! He's got his detuned and now it's his wife's ride.

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The Jeep guys seem to like them too. I've posted a good bit over on the cherokeesrt8 forum, so those guys are very aware of their capabilites.
 
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I'll give it some serious thought. I don't go to the drag races often so it's difficult for me to justify the purchase. But I won't deny that I'd love to have a trophy time to put on the wall, and for that I need rims and drag radials.

Les
 
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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

You can't get a better wheel for drag racing than the CLK forged rims.
 
Old Jul 31, 2011 | 08:36 PM
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BUMP, and cut $10 off.
 
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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

Originally Posted by grip grip
BUMP, and cut $10 off.
If my car actually made power, and I liked going in a straight line...
 
Old Aug 4, 2011 | 09:59 PM
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If my car actually made power, and I liked going in a straight line...
You're car can do over 155mph. I think it makes plenty of power.
 
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BUMP, original prices reduced by $15.
 
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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

One pair of wheels have been listed on ebay.

Forged Aluminum lightweight Mercedes CLK Wheels | eBay
 

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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

Just saw your EBay listing. Did you post the better pair or the curb rash set? Squirrel Crusher
 
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Just saw your EBay listing. Did you post the better pair or the curb rash set? Squirrel Crusher
I kept the best pair, but the other pair is not that bad at all. I doubt the rash would be noticed beyond a dozen feet once installed.
 

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$125 for the rashed set, and $175 for the nicer set.
 
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Default Re: Mercedes CLK Lightweight forged 16" x 7" wheels

Your killing me!!! But I have a car to paint before I do anything else. want, want, want ....

Les
 
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Originally Posted by velociabstract
Your killing me!!! But I have a car to paint before I do anything else. want, want, want ....

Les
Race cars aren't supposed to be pretty. Race it as-is. You're not racing if you're aren't swapping paint.
 
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Les....I had my passenger door destroyed at the Woodward meet. Hit and run. I got in late Saturday, didn't really get to do much at the cruise as a storm hit 2 hrs after arriving. Made the meet at the hotel, met old and new friends, learned about our car's history from some folks who used to work on the project. Woke up the next morning to a trashed door. First thought was our friends from the SS Impala group, but they will never fess up. So, I'm feeling your pain...scratches might be easier to fix than a complete door...this car was spotless...done with meets for awhile...this one hurt...we will both survive, but it sucks...
 



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