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Brad1929 · 02-14-2016, 03:58 PM

I would like to get a general idea what average condition used 21" wheels would be worth. He has 5 of them and they would need refinishing. Thanks.

C26Pinelake · 02-14-2016, 04:06 PM

If they are indeed in good, useable condition such that they are straight and can withstand a sandblasting, he can expect to get $150 to 200 dollars for the five. Model A rims are not rare. Wayne .

Mike Peters · 02-14-2016, 04:13 PM

Here in Wisconsin, average 21" wheels sell at the swaps for $20, give or take. Watch out for cracked centers, bent spokes, wallowed out lug nut holes, and excess rust. If you plan to drive your car, I would spend a bit more for nice wheels, rather than patching up badly rusted/damaged wheels.

wrndln · 02-14-2016, 04:17 PM

I usually pay about $20 to $30 for a decent 21" rim, maybe a little more for a real nice one. There are so many problems with model A rims, especially the 21" ones - excessive rust pitting, flat areas on the outer part indicating the rim was run without a tire, separated or badly bent spokes (slightly bent spokes can be fixed), cracked center part (almost always where a long spoke is), wallowed out lug holes, rusted outer part, and excessive run-out. If you can take a lug nut to check the 5 holes and if you can mount the rim on a spindle and spin it, that can help insure you are buying good rims, beyond the visual inspection.
Rusty Nelson

Fred K-OR · 02-14-2016, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by wrndln

I usually pay about $20 to $30 for a decent 21" rim, maybe a little more for a real nice one. There are so many problems with model A rims, especially the 21" ones - excessive rust pitting, flat areas on the outer part indicating the rim was run without a tire, separated or badly bent spokes (slightly bent spokes can be fixed), cracked center part (almost always where a long spoke is), wallowed out lug holes, rusted outer part, and excessive run-out. If you can take a lug nut to check the 5 holes and if you can mount the rim on a spindle and spin it, that can help insure you are buying good rims, beyond the visual inspection.
Rusty Nelson

Rusty, how much is excessive run-out? Is 1/8 inch OK or can a person go out to 1/4 or so? Also what about out of round or flat spots? What should be the max on out of round?

Tom Wesenberg · 02-14-2016, 08:47 PM

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I would limit the runout and side wobble to 1/8". Dave in our club made a nice wheel straightener, and the spoke can also be heat shrunk to pull the wheel straight.

wrndln · 02-14-2016, 08:49 PM

I agree with Tom, 1/8" max run-out. 1/4" is too much in my opinion.
Rusty Nelson

brito36 · 02-16-2016, 05:18 PM

In Illinois you can purchase a used 21" wheel for about $20-25.

02-14-2016, 03:58 PM	#1
Brad1929 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: W.TN Posts: 18	21" Wheels value I would like to get a general idea what average condition used 21" wheels would be worth. He has 5 of them and they would need refinishing. Thanks.

02-14-2016, 04:06 PM	#2
C26Pinelake BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Michigan / Ontario border, Sarnia, Ontario. 50 miles from Detroit and 150 from Toronto. Posts: 5,800	Re: 21" Wheels value If they are indeed in good, useable condition such that they are straight and can withstand a sandblasting, he can expect to get $150 to 200 dollars for the five. Model A rims are not rare. Wayne . Last edited by C26Pinelake; 02-14-2016 at 08:42 PM.

02-14-2016, 04:13 PM	#3
Mike Peters Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: South East Wisconsin Posts: 1,279	Re: 21" Wheels value Here in Wisconsin, average 21" wheels sell at the swaps for $20, give or take. Watch out for cracked centers, bent spokes, wallowed out lug nut holes, and excess rust. If you plan to drive your car, I would spend a bit more for nice wheels, rather than patching up badly rusted/damaged wheels.

02-14-2016, 04:17 PM	#4
wrndln Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lakeville, MN Posts: 5,164	Re: 21" Wheels value I usually pay about $20 to $30 for a decent 21" rim, maybe a little more for a real nice one. There are so many problems with model A rims, especially the 21" ones - excessive rust pitting, flat areas on the outer part indicating the rim was run without a tire, separated or badly bent spokes (slightly bent spokes can be fixed), cracked center part (almost always where a long spoke is), wallowed out lug holes, rusted outer part, and excessive run-out. If you can take a lug nut to check the 5 holes and if you can mount the rim on a spindle and spin it, that can help insure you are buying good rims, beyond the visual inspection. Rusty Nelson

02-14-2016, 08:47 PM	#6
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: 21" Wheels value Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I would limit the runout and side wobble to 1/8". Dave in our club made a nice wheel straightener, and the spoke can also be heat shrunk to pull the wheel straight.

02-14-2016, 08:49 PM	#7
wrndln Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lakeville, MN Posts: 5,164	Re: 21" Wheels value I agree with Tom, 1/8" max run-out. 1/4" is too much in my opinion. Rusty Nelson

02-16-2016, 05:18 PM	#8
brito36 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Marengo. Illinois Posts: 262	Re: 21" Wheels value In Illinois you can purchase a used 21" wheel for about $20-25.