FS: 17-inch Axis Rims and Michelin Tires

[V Shah]

(4) Axis Wheelsite Mesh Rims for sale, 17x7.5 all the way around with 225/45/17 front and 245/40/17 rear Michelin Pilot MXX3 tires. Tires have about 45% tread left (11k miles on them) and the wheels are in absolutely PERFECT condition (only 2k miles ont them). Asking $850 OBO.

http://members.home.net/vshah/m3_rims.jpg

See them on the car here: http://albums.photopoint.com/j/AlbumIndex?u=1400685&a=10464254

[Jim M3]

I am interested in these rims you have for sale. I have been looking at bbs RXII and these seem very similar.
What is the story on them. Why are you selling them.
Also how heavy are they?

[V Shah]

There is no story on these rims. They are in absolutely perfect condition. There is not a scratch or dent on them. The only reason I am selling them is because I want 18s.

Unfortunately, I don't have the weights on them, although I am pretty sure they are lighter than the stock contours since the car felt a bit quicker after they were put on.

[Jim M3]

I take it you are in S. Cal any idea on shipping costs to Wisconsin? Do you know are these a forged rim?

[Jim M3]

Say I just called axis and they said that the Wheelsite Mesh was not sized for an M3. Did you do a modification to the rim to make them fit? They also said that this rim is only available in a 7" width and that a 245 is a tough fit on that rim. Just wanted your input.

[V Shah]

Yes I am in SoCal and have no idea on shipping. You should inquire before depending on how you want them shipped. I guess individual boxes would be the best.

The wheels are pressure-cast and heat treated. They are pretty strong.

[V Shah]

I bought the wheels from a Newport Beach wheel/tire company. They told me the name and model of the wheel. I know for sure they are 7.5" wide because that is what it says on the inside of the wheel. Therefore the 245s fit fine.