The Official Mk7 Wheel Thread

[avdo_]

My new wheels for the R (once it gets here).

19x8.5 +44

With the MK7, it seems to have wider guards and fitment shouldnt be an issue.


Rays G07EX by avdo_, on Flickr

[Dutch77]

My new wheels for the R (once it gets here).

Sorry, don't know hot to post a photo straight up.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/85282528@N02/13995708568/

19x8.5 +44

With the MK7, it seems to have wider guards and fitment shouldnt be an issue.

There should be an IMG source code available on your flickr page which can get it up.

Tasty wheels though, will definitely be a nice addition to the R, look forward to seeing the pics once fitted. Definitely get some side shots too so we can see the fitment, I agree the Mk7 does appear to have generous guards. Any suspension work planned or leaving it stock?

[avdo_]

There should be an IMG source code available on your flickr page which can get it up.

Tasty wheels though, will definitely be a nice addition to the R, look forward to seeing the pics once fitted. Definitely get some side shots too so we can see the fitment, I agree the Mk7 does appear to have generous guards. Any suspension work planned or leaving it stock?

Fixed, thanks for the help with the code.

I saw the wheels on a MK6 GTi (Milos, a member on here) and really liked the wheels straight away. There's a supplier in melbourne that has one more set in stock.

Suspension wise, I am probably gonna go down the path of KW DDC, SuperPro control arms (once released in 2-3 months) and H&R rear swaybar (already ordered from OT).

[Dutch77]

NEUSPEED RANGE
Specs: 17, 18 and 19 inch available





The Neuspeeds have a big following in the USA but due to lack of support in Australia are rarely seen. By all accounts a quality lightweight wheel at pretty reasonable pricing. There is an ongoing group buy at: GROUP BUY: NEUSPEED RIMS: 17” RSe05; 18” RSe12 and 19” RSe14 – Multiple Finishes - VW GTI MKVI Forum / VW Golf R Forum / VW Golf MKVI Forum / VW GTI Forum - Golfmk6.com so check the details there if interested. I was looking at the RSe12s, thus the computer generated pic above on CSG, as an 18 x 8 ET45 alternative to the VMR 710s. Price was $988USD for a set, the downer was a freight quote of $550USD - if that could be reduced a bit then a set of these could be landed here for $2k.

Specs are as follows:

RSe52, RSe12 and RSe07 - 18 x 8, ET45
RSe14 - 19 x 8, ET45
RSe05 - 17 x 8, ET45

A range of color options from silver, gunmetal, bronze and black - check out the ongoing group buy thread for pics and loads of Mk6 fitment options. Also note these take the stock VW centre cap and bolts, so you can finish off with an OEM look if desired.

[Dutch77]

Fixed, thanks for the help with the code.

I saw the wheels on a MK6 GTi (Milos, a member on here) and really liked the wheels straight away. There's a supplier in melbourne that has one more set in stock.

Suspension wise, I am probably gonna go down the path of KW DDC, SuperPro control arms (once released in 2-3 months) and H&R rear swaybar (already ordered from OT).

Yes, saw his post on his car making their site. Really look forward to seeing this, and would love to see those KW DDCs in action as well - certainly not on the cards for me anytime soon, but something I'd like to keep on the backburner, particularly the ride v height equation. Good luck with that, will be an awesome bit of kit once put together.

[avdo_]

Here's a very nice wheel (almost bought a set), but got the Rays instead.

19x8 +50


Advan RZ Golf R32 by avdo_, on Flickr

[avdo_]

Yes, saw his post on his car making their site. Really look forward to seeing this, and would love to see those KW DDCs in action as well - certainly not on the cards for me anytime soon, but something I'd like to keep on the backburner, particularly the ride v height equation. Good luck with that, will be an awesome bit of kit once put together.

Once I get the car, wheels will go on straight away. You can come and have a look at the car then if you like.
KW DDC I am trying to find a decent supplier to try and organise a Group Buy.

[Dutch77]

Here's a very nice wheel (almost bought a set), but got the Rays instead.

A nice wheel but unsure if suited to the Mk7 shape. Me and AdamD spent a while debating this a while back. Not dissimilar to the VMR 701s which appear in the next message. Would definitely work on Mk5s and 6s though.

Once I get the car, wheels will go on straight away. You can come and have a look at the car then if you like.
KW DDC I am trying to find a decent supplier to try and organise a Group Buy.

Might take you up on that, and wouldn't mind hearing more on any group buy ideas. I know wasabiz was potentially interested in looking at these as well at some point.

[Dutch77]

VMR WHEELS
Specs: various, starting generally from 18 x 8.5, ET45 and up



A long time cheap favourite for Aussies and the USA in particular. As the Mk7 isn't released yet in the USA I've just grabbed a photoshop from www.golfmk7.com that someone prepared which gives an idea on a few favourites - although wont show any potential poke issues.

The full collection can be viewed here: Velocity Motoring -- Wheels

Fair to say everyone is very familiar with the V710 look, although on Mk7 I think I'd like to see the V810 forged mesh design, the V703 or the Audi-like V708. The V702 with its straight lines would also work - has a touch of the VW Omanyt about it.

If you are keen on the V710 mesh then it might be worth checking out the Neuspeed thread above - the RSe12 in 18 inch and RSe14 in 19 inch are similar in looks but carry an x8 width which will cause less issues, and by all accounts are a lighter and stronger wheel.

[Dutch77]

AUDI A8
Specs: 20 x 9, ET37, weight tbc



A heavily lowered/worked Mk7 snapped at Woerthersee 2013 running Audi A8 20 inch wheels (possibly circa 2011 4.2 Qattro). I actually really like the look of these wheels on the Mk7, but these would be rare wheels at the best of times - might need some luck on eBay or hunt for reps.

Note: not a legal fitment in Australia

[Dutch77]

VW SERRON
Specs: 18 x 7.5, ET51, weight tbc
Other: commonly known as Adidas Edition wheel ex Mk6 GTI

[Dutch77]

BBS SR
Specs: 18 x 8, ET45, weight tbc









Want BBS wheels but think you can't afford them? Think again, as these wheels are a lot less than the usual asking price - around $2k. The downside is they're quite heavy (but no worse than OEM) and while primarily designed by BBS as a winter wheel they are being used in standard applications as well. They do come in a 17 inch version, and also a bigger 19 x 8.5 ET46, and are finished in either anthracite or polished silver.

[Dutch77]

MTM BIMOTO
Specs: 19 x 8.5, ET50, weight tbc
Other: ST Suspension XTA coil overs (made by KW)





Loving the look of these wheels on this car, although I am partial to grey wheels on red cars. A high quality rim designed for the Golfs with a favourable offset but priced on the premium end - €1877 from MTM at the time of writing excluding freight, duties and tax.

[Dutch77]

KESKIN KT15
Specs: 19 x 8.5, ET45, weight tbc
Other: KW V2 coil overs and fender extension kit (2.5cm) fitted







Big polished rims on a blue Golf work well, and these German made Keskins look the goods. With the coil overs and fender extension kit these wheels are tucking nicely - definitely one solution to getting around the poke issue. They are available from a few sources overseas for around £800 a set before freight, duties and taxes.

[Dutch77]

A little more black on white:



This is the 3SDM style 0.01, in this instance 18 x 8.5 ET45, fitted with 225/40 rubber. You can find these and the rest of the 3SDM range at forum sponsor ECS Tuning - $1000USD plus freight, duties and taxes.



A black mesh design from Cruize wheels, not much info on these guys available but they're on the budget end - plenty of similar wheels available in this style priced to suit your budget.