I didn't want to wait to find one on the classifieds, so I went ahead and ordered the replica. Car's sitting outside in the sunshine waiting to be driven and I can't drive it until I get the wheel replaced. Grrr. Oh well, I'll let you guys know how it looks!

 

I recently purchased and installed a set of replica rears on my '04 and couldn't tell a difference from the factory wheels. I did find out that the rears weigh more than stock, not sure about the front. As for the quality of these wheels, I'd give a 10 out of a 10.

I would really like to see a set of used Ap2 V1 wheels in the classifieds being cheaper than these replicas. Why buy used when you can have new for $150 each??

 

Yeah, the replicas do weight more. There are a couple of threads floating around. If you don't mind the extra weight, then go with them.

 

I don't mind, it's not like I plan on auto crossing it anyway...all I have to do is lose the 12lbs from my fat ass and all is good.

 

Not quite true. Your fat ass is "sprung weight". The rims are "unsprung weight". Unsprung weight increase has a much greater impact on suspension performance/ride comfort. Also since you have to get they spinning, extra mass in the rims has a greater effect on acceleration than adding the same amount of mass to your ass.