Should I Replace One Subaru OEM Wheel Or Buy A Set Of Aftermarket Wheels?
Does your Subaru have a bad wheel that needs replacing? If so, you have two options:
- Replace the bad wheel with an OEM replacement
- Replace all four wheels on your car with aftermarket replacements
You could replace only the bad wheel with an aftermarket replacement. It wouldn't match the rest of the wheels on your car, though.
If you're wondering which option is the better one, you came to the right place. We'll go over the pros and cons of each option.
The Pros And Cons Of Replacing One Subaru OEM Wheel
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Let's discuss the pros of replacing one OEM wheel:
1. Cost
The biggest pro of replacing one OEM wheel is cost. OEM wheels can be more expensive than aftermarket wheels. That's not always the case, though. You can get genuine OEM wheels at wholesale pricing if you order from us.
Replacing one expensive OEM wheel is still a lot cheaper than replacing all four wheels with an aftermarket set. It's not only the upfront cost of the replacement wheel. It's also the labor. You would only need to pay to have one tire mounted and balanced, rather than all four.
2. Resale Value
Another major advantage of replacing one OEM wheel is the resale value. OEM wheels have a much better resale value than aftermarket wheels. If you're planning on selling your Subaru someday, OEM wheels will give you a better return on investment than aftermarket ones.
It's important to know that if you're leasing your Subaru, you may not be allowed to install aftermarket wheels. Many leasing companies don't allow any aftermarket parts on the vehicle.
3. Longevity
Subaru builds all its OEM parts, including wheels and hub assemblies, with high quality materials. OEM Subaru wheels are robust and lightweight, and they're designed to last a long time.
Aftermarket manufacturers are notorious for using lower grade materials. This can reduce the lifespan of your wheels, and they will most likely be heavier than OEM wheels.
Replacing one OEM wheel is a great way to keep your Subaru looking good for many years.
4. Less Waste
Let's face it; throwing away three perfectly good wheels is pretty wasteful. If you replace only one, you'll produce less waste than replacing all four wheels on your car. You would be doing the environment a favor.
There Are No Cons Of Replacing One OEM Wheel Except This
We can only think of one con of replacing one OEM wheel. It's the fact that you don't have the opportunity to switch up your wheels' appearance. Wheels are important parts of your car, so it's not wise to cheap out by using aftermarket wheels just for the sake of switching to a different look. The good news is there are some ways to change your wheels' appearance without going the aftermarket route:
- Install rim protectors
- Upgrade the hub caps
The Pros And Cons Of Replacing All Four Wheels With Aftermarket Wheels
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The only advantage to replacing all four wheels with aftermarket rims is an immediate change in appearance. Aftermarket wheels are unique, so you can give your Subaru a look that no one else has.
But is it worth it? You would be spending a lot of money on aftermarket wheels -- much more money than only one OEM wheel. Your Subaru may look nice with new wheels, but there are plenty of drawbacks, including:
- Lower resale value
- Higher chance of your new wheels failing due to inferior quality materials and poor corrosion protection
- More waste due to getting four replacement wheels instead of one
If you decide to replace one OEM wheel, we may have what you need. We carry genuine OEM Subaru wheels at wholesale pricing. Check them out here!