They're definitely not Ansens. Vintage Ansens have "ANSEN AUTOMOTIVE" cast into the back of the wheel spokes (between the slots), about halfway between the slot and the axle flange. They also have "GARDENA CA" as well as a partial (if not complete) size cast in similar spots on other spokes. For instance, mine had "SPRINT 15X" cast into them, off-center on the spokes as if to leave room for a "7" or "8". I had two of each. Also, until you get into the truly-wide wheels, the slots on the Ansens are centered between the flat of the wheel flange and the "flat" between the spokes and the outer rim, and there is no ridge between the outside of the wheel flange and the dished area. Ansens had more reinforcing ribs on the back of the spokes as well. I would gladly post pics of the rear of the Ansens I had, if A) my router worked, and B) the power supply in my other computer wasn't shot.
I don't think the fact that they're not "real" Ansens will make much difference on the price. 99% of the world cannot tell the difference with the wheel bolted to the car. For the life of me, I can't remember which wheel manufacturer was in Ontario, CA. Ansen is now in Torrance, but their "new" wheels are made by American Racing (model A69, I believe).
As far as price, there's a few things to consider: New "genuine" Ansen 15x7s are about $140 each. They come with caps and I believe they now use the more-desirable tapered-seat lugs. They're also brand new with no bends or metal fatigue. I got over $600 for mine, but they also fit the 4" A-body pattern (they were unilug) and the economy was much better. I also took mine to a tire shop and had them "spun" to make sure that they weren't bent or out-of-round, and would be no problem to balance. You do have new lugs and washers, which is a big plus, as is the lack of serious curb damage. If you want to add some value, well, you can probably get new caps inexpensively through Gorilla Automotive. Their website (
http://www.gorilla-auto.com/) has plenty of options with dimensions to make sure you get the right caps. Go under Wheel Accessories, then Hub Covers.
As the saying goes, they're worth exactly what someone will pay you for them. How long do you want to wait? Take a pic of all four, type up an ad, and print out several copies. Know your selling points: non-unilug, minimal curb damage, new nuts and washers, etc. It all makes a difference in selling. Hang them in parts stores, supermarkets, laundromats--anywhere that allows that sort of thing on a bulletin board, etc. Even gearheads have to eat and wash clothes! :dance: craigslist, racingjunk, any outlet you can find that won't cost you any or much money. Don't be a dick--take the ads down when they're sold.
