Ok guys we finally got something SOLID.

Here's the deal. The current price is $1430 + G.S.T (quebec add HST as well). + shipping.

Shipping to Ottawa is $35, T.O. probably around $50. If more destinations are needed I'll find out.

The package I got quoted was for 17x7 ET48 FRD 30 alloys with Toyo Garit tires 215/55/17

John STILL has his hopes up for a 16" alloy that fits. Which would mean we could go with less expensive tires such as Toyo G02's which are about $50 a tire cheaper.

This of course includes balancing of the tire on the wheel.

Now, we all know everyone has their own choice in tires. What John told me was that if you want a different package that is FINE. You will still get the group discount.

You could buy 16's 17's or 18's of any tire with any rim that will work. He will give you the group buy discount!

The catch is we all must purchase at the same time.

We can do this 2 ways.

1. everyone phone in to his shop give him our name/number etc and wait till a certain date then he orders.

2. PM me with your information, I'll collect this stuff, we choose a cutoff date. On that date I phone the order to John and he contacts you for your payment (credit card etc).

So let's keep this thread "clean" .

I've posted as a poll, only vote if you are SERIOUS about buying. At the end of the week. We'll decide on our next action plan.

 

I'm PM'ng you for order but I need someone else's shop in Toronto that I could drive to (contact Tel. No./E-mail, etc.).

Can someone from Toronto make a suggestion?

 

Hey Wing,

Thanks for coordinating this. Do you have a link to any pictures of the wheel your describing?

I'm expecting the car in a week so definitely want to get the winter tire thing organized soon. Thx.

 

Guess I'm first at bat here. PM'ed you info.

 

Sure I have attached a pic of the wheel, you can as I have mentioned order different wheels if you wish, and STILL qualify for the discount.

 

Is anyone doing a US version of this for those of us with Cdn type weather? (I grew up in Toronto and Cleveland seems to have similar winters)

 

I can find out if he is willing to ship to the US.

EDIT: Talon said SURE, but he will ship UPS which means you will pay customs and brokerage, although he can find out exactly what (probably $100). Result it would probably cheaper from a US dealer.

So currently the price is $1430 CDN Add probably $100 USD for shipping and such. See if a US dealer can do better for you.

 

Come on guys VOTE! I've had 3 PM me saying they are in, yet only 1 vote.

I will STILL be doing this, even if I am getting rid of the 8.

I'm such a nice guy

 

Guys,
When you are ready give John at Talon Tire a call 514-337-0833 mention the RX8 and he'll put you in the group buy!

Where is the edmonton guy? Sorry I lost your PM I think.

Shipping is $45 to edmonton. $38 to T.O. $35 to St. John's and $35 to Ottawa.

Oh Alberta has to pay $16 tire tax of some sort.

 

Thank you WING for your work!!!

Since I am now keeping my 8, I guess that I will need the winter wheels and tires. I will call Talon Tire today.

 

Just placed my order via e-mail.
Tks Wing (& I respect your decision to return RX8).

 

Eeek gord, you better give them a call make sure they get the mail. They never replied to mine a few months ago.

 

Has anyone heard whether they were successful in fitting 16" wheels?

Also Gord, I'm curious about what you ordered (wheel, tire, price) any info would be helpful. Thanks!

 

Thanks for all of your work in this Wing. I called John and put my order in for 17" FRD 6 wheels and Pirelli Winter 210 Snow Sport 215/55-17's. The price of course was more than the other package quoted.

John was pretty good to talk to. Guess I'll be set for winter now.

I'd also like to suggest that anyone else thinking about driving in the winter give John a call. He mentioned the price may drop depending on how many people call orders in. This is the real beauty of group buys.

 

Well Gang, I'm finally getting my car tomorrow. Yeehaw! I predict I will have trouble sleeping....

I was wondering if anyone would be interested in putting together a group buy for later in the month (cash a liiiittle tight right now). Maybe if we all get our orders in to Talon before a certain date Say Oct 31, he puts in the group buy at that point for anyone who's in. This way we don't pay until closer to actual winter conditions.

Thoughts?