Re: Maybe the mechanic was right, I do need tires...

From: Andy Levy (andy.levy@gmail.com)
Date: Sat Nov 27 2010 - 07:08:58 EST


On Fri, Nov 26, 2010 at 23:16, M.B. <mailinglists@moparhowto.com> wrote:

> Shipping is a beast on these tires I know, but you avoid sales taxes and
> you're going to pay the same high price for a mount/balance in most stores
> these days if you buy the tires from them or not...
>
> With Tire rack I don't often consider going to local tire stores anymore,
> their markup is just too high and then they hit you with the $16-18/tire
> mounting fee on top of it and then add sales tax.

I've done the math myself and my local tire shop almost always beats
Tire Rack. A few days ago I was on their site and it turns out they've
broken it down too. The tire itself may seem more expensive, but
that's your out-the-door price; buy online and you'll get nickel &
dimed. http://www.trombleytireandauto.com/?PageData=52568



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