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Reply to "NEW Mangusta Wheel by Group 4 Wheels"

Translated for the US audience, as of June 17, 2011:

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Originally posted by Group 4 Wheels:
Hi Mark/All,

I am probably just getting dizzy from the options, but I think a re-cap of your plan/pricing/detail and options may be in order.

Here is my understanding:
• you plan to make 8" and 9" wide wheels regardless because you have a wider (non-Mangusta) market for those sizes. correct
• cost for 8" wheel is $405 for the 8" and $445 for the 9" prices may vary by $8 or $16, depends on aluminium costs at time. 10" $607
• wheels will be available with or without the outer lip as a no-cost choice. correct
• wheel finish will be silver (I hope) or gold for up-charge of? silver is the default colour, gold a no cost option.
• back-spacing will be variable (with a range of ???) as a no-cost choice correct, back space is variable should you want a 9" for the back and space it out to a 10".
• a 10" wide wheel will be available if orders can be secured for 40 pcs correct

Here are my questions:
• what will ordering/deposit (amount?) process be? I'm currently setting up a secure payment page with Visa merchant services. 50% deposit with full payment before shipping.
• what will the time/cut-off be for the decision regarding the 10" vs. 9" wheels (those who want the 10's will likely not want the 9's unless the 10's don't get produced)? For me, it would be beneficial if everyone had 9's as on 1 batch (60) of 10's I would only get my money back....but like everyone here, I'm a petrolhead and would love to see the 10's made because looking at the bigger picture, it could lead to other things. NO CUT OFF TIME, GET 40 PIECES ACCOUNTED FOR AND I'LL MAKE THEM!

If you are thinking of 10's for the rear, buy a spare, I can't see another run being done.

• how will wheels be packed/shipped to the Americas, and at what cost (per set of 4)? Do you have a distribution channel here yet? Wheels will either be packed 1 or 2 to a box, depending on size, partitioned and strapped. I do not have any dealers as this would make the wheels more expensive. Cost to ship 4 wheels to USA is around $138 by Fedex.
• what will the wheel finish be (can you post a photo?) Will post a picture of my other wheels shortly.
• will you somehow be able to verify clearance and fit PRIOR to production? (there are a number of Mangustas in the UK and I'm sure we could connect you to someone able to assist with making a car/factory wheel available for measurements. Wheels will be guarenteed to fit. If someone knows someone here in UK with a Mangusta, GREAT! "Cross the T's and dot the I's".
• how are wheels being constructed (cast/machined) and what "certification" will they carry? Wheels are low pressure die cast and then go through various CNC processes. ISO 9000 certification.
• will the wheels be branded (raised or recessed?) as shown in your renderings? Branding is recessed, this can be deleted but unfortunately will carry a surcharge.
• what is timeline from deposit to shipping? 8's and 9's will be ready end of August, 10's are down to you guys. Deposits will start to be taken begining of July.

Thanks again for the initiative and great work this far on this. I truly hope these DO get produced and appreciate what you've done to appease everyone. .... Big Grin

I hope this helps, any other questions, feel free to ask.

Jonathan
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