Kerbed Alloy

[Ringthane]

I realise this is a bit of a long shot but I kerbed one of my alloys yesterday, rather badly. My car is an Avensis Verso TSpirit and the wheel is the standard 16 inch, 7 spoke wheel.

Wheel Images

The reason for mentioning it here is that I nearly fell off my chair when I was told it will be £260 to replace it. The reason apparently is that it is a genuine Toyota Japaneese spare part rather than the European made Avensis wheel options which cost £100 less.

So, is there anyone out there that can source this wheel for closer to the European price?

[Spuffington]

Providing it's not bent or cracked then the best bet is to take it to Toyota dealership (mine refurb them for £65 + VAT).

Alternatively there are loads of places around the country which refurb wheels for up to £100 each..........far better than buying a new one.

They just strip it back, fill it, bake it and then repray and lacquer. As good as new.

Hope that helps?