Buying a Used Car? Here Are 5 Things You Cannot Forget to Check Before Purchase

If you’re looking to buy a used car, you probably already know there are many things you should take into consideration. The shopping experience can be daunting, but necessary to ensure you get a reliable and safe car and at a reasonable expense. Because you’re buying used, it’s even more crucial to making sure your car doesn’t come with any hidden, unpleasant surprises. With that being said, here are a few general pointers on what to keep an eye out for when looking at used cars.

Check the Tires

Most people start the vehicle inspection from the outside since the physical appearance of the vehicle is what usually catches their attention. While you should certainly check for any paint marks, indents or other damages, what some may overlook are the tires. Sellers should have new tires on any used cars for sale in order to make it more attractive. When car shopping, you should ask the dealer about the age of the tires. Keep in mind that manufacturers recommend a tire inspection when the tires are five years old since that’s when they most likely need replacement. Ignoring the age of the tires and not replacing them with new ones can wind up costing you a good chunk of money. We sell an array of tires and wheels for sale in which you can conveniently shop for any brand or type including XD wheels, Vogue tires and so much more online. 

Look Under the Hood
Because there are so many important parts under your hood that keep your car functioning, it’s vital check for any dents, damage or rust. If any of these appear, it can be a sign that the car was poorly taken care of. 

Inspect the Engine

The engine is the heart of your vehicle, so you should check it for any sort of leak or corrosion. Also take a look at the brake fluid to check that it is not leaking, and take notice of the belts, as they should look fairly new. 

Turn on the Heating and Air
If the sale ad and/or seller don't directly tell you that the heating and air conditioning doesn’t work, you should turn on the systems to ensure that they are working well. If they don’t work and the seller doesn’t inform you beforehand, you may be able to bargain a lower price for the vehicle. 

The Vehicle History Report

While a visual inspection and asking the right questions can tell you a lot about the vehicle, a vehicle history report will reveal the car’s entire accident history. This way, you know of any accidents the vehicle has been in and its repair history.

XD Wheels Team Driver Bryce Menzies Wins Top Driving Honors from Dirt Sports Magazines

XD Wheels driver Bryce Menzies should win an Oakley "Bomb Award" for fastest lap and the driver of the year awards from Dirt Sports Magazine. The 24 year old dirt racer from Las Vegas created quite the uproar last year by taking two of the biggest championships in 2011. After capturing the Traxxas TORC Pro 2 championship in short course racing, Menzies went on to win the SCORE desert series Trophy Truck crown.

Bryce is a great competitor and a courageous racer in both short course racing and desert racing. XD Wheels is proud to have Bryce on their team. We also love to see XD Wheels living up to their quality, and tearing through the desert or slashing through the other drivers on the short course tracks.

Bryce also earned the SCORE Rookie of the Year award for 2011. He captured both the SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge overall victory and the Tecate SCORE Baja 500 to help him win that honor. Let's not forget the Oakley "Bomb Awards" he captured, whipping around the track on his XD Wheels to complete the fastest lap.

This years award was a true feat given the tremendous season and rise of extreme sport athlete, Brian Deegan. Deegan won the LOORRS Pro Lite title and in his rookie season captured the Pro 2 field title. Given the level of competition, XD Wheels is even more proud of the accomplishments Bryce Menzies was able to accomplish.

2011 was a great year for Bryce Menzies and XD Wheels. We look forward to cheering on Bryce in the future and celebrating the many years of great racing ahead. Bryce is just another shining example of what can be accomplished with XD wheels.

XD Wheels Are the Top Choice for Demanding Off Road Races

XD Wheels provide top of the line custom made wheels. XD is a top notch and extremely popular supplier of wheels for trucks and SUV’s. Included with the XD wheel package are lug nuts, center caps, and chrome sleeve valve stems. XD wheels provide the right applications for leveled and lifted trucks. They also have the proper applications for regular stock trucks.

One of the most popular in the line of XD wheels is the Chrome Rockstar. This is a one piece aluminum wheel that is chrome plated. The Rockstar and other sought-after XD wheels are made from top quality materials with the finest craftsmanship. The quality ensures you get the very most for your dollars.

XD wheels come in just the right size for your truck or SUV, from 16 to 24 inches. Most wheels come in either the chrome or black finish. The Black Rockstar is also a one piece aluminum wheel with a black matte finish. Other popular XD wheels include the Chrome or Black Monster, the Chrome or Black Revolver, the Chrome or Black Spy, the Matte Black or Machined Addict and the Chrome Badlands.

XD wheels look great on your street truck, but really show their stuff in off-road racing. The wheels have been tested and re-tested all over the world at some of the most grueling races. Because the XD’s are made with such exacting standards and come in a wide range of sizes, they are one of the most popular, most rugged and best looking wheels now on the market. Buy XD wheels for your truck or SUV today. Expect great performance. Expect great prices. Expect the very best from XD.

New Wheel Styles From American Racing!

In January, American Racing debuted 53 new styles for their 8 wheel lines for 2012. New models will be available in the XD Series line, Motegi Racing Line, American Racing, American Racing Custom Shop, KMC line, Lorenzo Line, Moto Metal Line, and the Helo Line. 

Among the new styles is the legendary Torq Thrust II wheel. It is being transformed with a brilliant Chrome (PVD) finish.

This timeless wheel has been produced for many years in a polished aluminum finish, and will soon be available in a PVD finish. (PVD), which stands for Physical Vapor Deposition, is an environmentally friendly vacuum coating process that provides brilliant and durable finishes that are nearly identical to the appearance of Chrome, at a much cheaper price. The Torq Thrust PVD will be available in sizes ranging from 14" to 17" diameter.

A brand new wheel is making its way into the American Racing lineup this year, the AR896. This wheel will be available in a standard chrome finish also dark silver with a machined face. The wheel will be available in sizes ranging from 15" to 18" in diameter.

Moto Metal will also be adding a new style to their collection with the MO962. This wheel has a classic "deep dish" styling with a modern twist. This wheel will be available in a brilliant chrome finish, and a glossy black finish with polished rivet accents. This wheel will be available for most truck fitments with sizes ranging from 18" to 22" inches in diameter.

Motegi Racing is also expanding their lineup with the new MR120 style. This wheel will be available in a matte black finish and a silver finish. The MR120 will be available in sizes ranging from 17" to 20" in diameter. 

  

Be sure to check out the entire collection of new wheels from these and other brands online at TiresByWeb.com! 

Rev Up Your Ride's Look with KMC Wheels

Ready to make your ride turn heads on the street? Slap on some KMC wheels for that head-turning, eye-gawking effect as you drive by your neighbors and coworkers, family and friends! Tires By Web is here to fulfill your need to show off how great looking your ride can be.

Tires By Web features an extensive selection of KMC wheels, in a wide variety of materials, styles, designs and finishes. Whether you drive a car, SUV, or light truck, you can find the right-fitting wheels for your ride, with no sacrifice in style. The KMC series XD wheels, in fact, are specifically designed with light trucks and SUVs in mind.

Between XD wheels and the regular ones for cars, you are bound to find the perfect wheels for sprucing up your ride. Choose between chrome and black finishes, with the black coming in either glossy, satin, or matte. Get a sleek look with designs like Brodie, Nova and Slide; or lend your ride a bolder, in-your-face look with wheel designs like Dime, Surge and Venom. If you're looking for that extra edge of classiness, you can find that in KMC designs like Ink'd and Vandal, that feature fine detailing in contrasting finishes.

The leaves may soon start falling, but you can still rejuvenate the look of your car this season. Check out the Tires By Web selection of KMC wheels today!

Product Spotlight: KMC XD 123 Series

Tires By Web is proud to spotlight the KMC XD 123 Series product line. These top-quality rims are from a top-quality, excellent company, KMC Wheels. The new wheel size and rim bolt patterns are sure to please on these KMC XD Bully Satin Black Wheels, plus the rims are supported by a full-line of lug-nuts and wheel locks specifically designed for KMC XD 123's. 

KMC is known for their impeccable tires and sponsorship with NASCAR's Pastrana-Waltrip Racing, among other sponsorships. To learn more about KMC Wheels, KMC XD Wheels, and which KMC product will fit your ride; visit our KMC Wheels and XD Wheels product pages. 

Check out these powder-coated yellow KMC XD 123's from the KMC Facebook page:

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