Where are you based? I'm sure there will be some reputable firms nearby. I would ask them to fit the spacers and longer wheel studs at the same time.
Aftermarket wheels - Anyone still buy them?
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Trafford Manchester so yeah its likely, I did notice one in Trafford Park but they powder coat and want the car for two days
I haven't heard any issues with powder coating I must be honest. 2 days doesn't seem unreasonable if you can make it work.
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Yeah its not unreasonable, just inconvenient
A fair few options to think about then, thanks all
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I think you really do get what you pay for, with aftermarket wheels. Stick to reputable brands like BBS, OZ, TD etc and you won’t go wrong.
I’m normally happy with OEM wheels and their styles, but every now and again you get some that are ‘a bit soft’. The 21s on my old RS6 for example. They had to be replaced when I bought the car and it was very likely they would need seeing to again further down the road.
Having had OEM forged alloys on my ISF and my Cayman, I decided I wanted to go down that route with the RS. I’ve since changed to a Honda, but I still fancy doing this (the OEM wheels are black!). I’m looking at options for forged HREs, Vossens etc. The benefit here is that the wheels can be custom made to your spec (PCD, ET, Width). This hugely opens up your options for available styles.
I’m normally happy with OEM wheels and their styles, but every now and again you get some that are ‘a bit soft’. The 21s on my old RS6 for example. They had to be replaced when I bought the car and it was very likely they would need seeing to again further down the road.
Having had OEM forged alloys on my ISF and my Cayman, I decided I wanted to go down that route with the RS. I’ve since changed to a Honda, but I still fancy doing this (the OEM wheels are black!). I’m looking at options for forged HREs, Vossens etc. The benefit here is that the wheels can be custom made to your spec (PCD, ET, Width). This hugely opens up your options for available styles.
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Just started looking for a set of Team Dynamics and found out they don't exist anymore, bit of a surprise considering how popular they were and were an OEM supplier etc
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Mmmm, yeah the market is dying BUt it's there. I mean I changed my Xedos 9 wheels, but that's a 21 year old car from this.... which frankly looked appalling...
to this...
to this...
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I put "Ronal" wheels in my volvo S60 from https://www.rimstyle.com/
The stock wheels I had were hideous so I got some Satin 5 spoke black alloys.
They are 3 years old now and still in fine condition, they were heavier than the stock wheels mind you, but I went up from 16 to 17 inch wheels.
Be warned Tesco wouldnt insure me after modifications, but LVE seem to be modification friendly* and really cheap for me.
* I hasten to add, I do not consider my Volvo highly modified, infact if you look at it, it looks pretty standard, but I have done a few bits to it.
The stock wheels I had were hideous so I got some Satin 5 spoke black alloys.
They are 3 years old now and still in fine condition, they were heavier than the stock wheels mind you, but I went up from 16 to 17 inch wheels.
Be warned Tesco wouldnt insure me after modifications, but LVE seem to be modification friendly* and really cheap for me.
* I hasten to add, I do not consider my Volvo highly modified, infact if you look at it, it looks pretty standard, but I have done a few bits to it.
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Thanks I'll have a look at Ronal and I've seen a set of BBS I quite like
The difference in the Mazda is pretty good for just a wheel change
The difference in the Mazda is pretty good for just a wheel change
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Team Dynamics Motorsport still exist and the wheels (manufactured by Rimstock) are still available - rimstock.com
Plenty of aftermarket replica parts are available though, including carbon stuff that the OEM doesnt offer.
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I didnt see a way to buy them but I'll have another look
Keep the wheel specs the same no need to tell the insurance company whatsoever! (they do not usually insure aftermarket alloys if you insist they will want more money!) They are not interested just make sure you buy a decent set not some cheapo manufacturer!
Go here type your specs in should get you an accurate result: Wheel-Size.com :: Reference guide for car wheel and tire dimensions such as size, offset, PCD
Now you know what to look for specs wise but you will find most alloy companies will contact you to confirm reg no so they can double check the alloys you want fit ok! before you go ahead with the order & payment.
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Saw a guy having a set of anthracite aftermarket alloys being fitted to a white 1 series last week.
The silver OEM bmw wheels being removed where the same size, in good condition and looked better IMO.
I did consider a citizens arrest.
The silver OEM bmw wheels being removed where the same size, in good condition and looked better IMO.
I did consider a citizens arrest.
These OZ are way cheaper & look just as good IMO! OZ I Tech Alleggerita HLT Race Gold Wheel (magnatuning.com)I've been lusting after a set of these forged Volk racing alloys for my Jimny, but may need a small lottery win at over £500 each.
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They are not forged wheels, so not a like for like comparison. If you want forged wheels, you have to pay more.
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I've been lusting after a set of these forged Volk racing alloys for my Jimny, but may need a small lottery win at over £500 each.
Every Jap car fanboys dream a set of Volks so you're not on your own there
I've decided to stay with OEM for insurance reasons, I'm going to keep checking eBay and see what comes up