How Much Are My Audi Wheels Worth?

By Author: David Andrews
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Nothing can improve the look and the curb appeal of an Audi like a great set of OEM or aftermarket Audi wheels. However, if you're upgrading your Audi wheels you might have thought of selling your old set to cover part of the cost of your new purchase. If this is the case, it's important to accurately determine what your Audi wheels are worth.

The first thing that you'll have to know is what the wheels will cost new right now. This isn't the same as what they had cost when you originally bought them – certain types of wheels and rims can lose or gain value, and this is particularly true with your Audi wheels. Find out what the wheels were worth new and automatically knock about 20% off of the price, since you probably won't get the same price for a set of used wheels as you’d get for new ones. If you’re selling the tires, too, you’ll also have to figure how many miles you’ve put on them and under what conditions. Look at the tires to check the treads and take them to a tire specialist if you’re not sure what to ask for them.

Things like curb scratches, dents, and other minor aesthetic issues can quickly ...
... lower the value of Audi wheels, although you can certainly find buyers for rims with minor imperfections. Many minor issues can be buffed or polished out. Get quality wheel cleaner made for your wheel material. Be careful not to use any abrasive chemicals.

You can often check the value of different used Audi wheels by heading online. Use sell or auction websites to see if there are any people in your area selling Audi wheels similar to yours. You can also visit a dealership or tire shop to get an estimate, but you’ll often get a low price, since the shop will likely be trying to purchase your wheels.

A quality set of used Audi wheels with minor imperfections are usually worth somewhere from $200-$500. Perfectly maintained wheels can be worth more, depending on the manufacturer.

Try to sell your Audi wheels all at the same time rather than as single wheels, as this is more attractive to buyers, and always take shipping costs into account if you’re using an auction website. Include plenty of pictures of the wheels to drive up their value. Always remember to shine them up and clean them before they go online. Shiny, new-looking wheels can be almost indistinguishable from brand new wheels and can even look better in some pictures. Use this to get the most out of your sale.

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