Option — Shōwa Car Tuning & Buyers Guide (2000 Edition)

Led by Mr. Kaneko, who has mechanical experience in the racing world (Formula Toyota), Auto Let takes pride in its extensive knowledge of suspension and chassis parts. The shop mainly handles tires and wheels, but it also accepts suspension orders on request. So it can help not only with buying or selling used wheels, but also with problems such as uneven tire wear and vibration. Mounting and balancing costs 1,000 yen per tire; changing all four tires, including balancing, is 2,000 yen per car. They can answer questions about tires and suspension, so it may be worth a visit. Local drivers who frequent a well-known pass in Tochigi also come here for tire advice that lets them drive hard on a budget. If your tires wear out too quickly, ask them for help. Test fitting is available, and they can also advise on getting a flush fitment.

Visit the shop regularly and hunt for a bargain! Used tire and wheel shops take trade-ins from customers and put them out for sale, so inventory turns over quickly. You will not necessarily find what you want every time you stop by. The reliable approach is to visit regularly and ask the shop to contact you as soon as the item you want comes in. You could also check many shops, but popular items sell quickly everywhere, so timing matters. If you ask in advance, you can buy at the right moment. If you find wheels you like at a used-wheel shop, it may be best to buy them right away; people often return later only to discover they are gone. SSR wheels are especially popular right now, and many change hands privately, so shops do not get them often. Watanabe and Longchamp wheels also remain popular. If you are interested, buy before they disappear from used-wheel shops!