The Official Mk7 Wheel Thread

[Dutch77]

2k with tyres won’t buy much, certainly nothing new!

2k for wheels only, I’d look at VMR, Rotiform, maybe Neuspeed. Be aware there’s fake/replica versions of even these cheap brands!

I’m currently tempted to drop down to 18’s (for comfort) and maybe go to a wider 245/40/18 tyre... need an 8.5 wide & ET45 to make it all fit though I think.

Anyone tried 245’s in 18”?

Agreed.

The Rotiforms (cast) are super heavy as you know, but you'd like to think they're pretty tough as a result. Having said that their new FLG model would be pretty close to the design that OP was looking for, and I suspect would suit the Mk7/7.5 pretty well.

I put Neuspeed one category up, only because they have developed a good reputation for strength and being light weight (and as a bonus for OP, designed to take the original VW centre cap back in).

Avoid reps definitely. Or reps of reps in some of these cases, as generally VMR have built a reasonable reputation.

As for the 245s, I am sure there have been a couple in the thread.. maybe. Google? lol..

[bkpr]

2k with tyres won’t buy much, certainly nothing new!

2k for wheels only, I’d look at VMR, Rotiform, maybe Neuspeed. Be aware there’s fake/replica versions of even these cheap brands!

Righto. I’ll keep a look out for 18” in this brands. I don’t necessarily mind spending a bit more on rims (I see tyres as a separate cost), but I’d prefer to keep it under 2K.

I’ll look into the wheels Dutch mentioned above and keep my eyes out for a deal. I’m starting to think silver isn’t the way to go any longer, just black.

[Dutch77]

I can get you into BBS SR, SX or XA in the vicinity of $2k. Unfortunately OZ Leggera or Ultraleggera will be a bit over that.

Neuspeed is quite likely cheaper direct from overseas.

VMR will be under $2k in Australia, although their prices have crept up over the years. Rotiform in Australia may be from one of the online sellers..

There are loads of other cheaper options out there through UK online sellers in particular, but you do need to consider the duty/GST and freight costs on top. And of course the drama if there is any kind of damage at all in transit..

[bkpr]

I’d much prefer to go local simply to talk options and have a fallback if something goes wrong. I don’t know enough to confidently order online due to the reps (and reps of reps). I’ll have a look at the wheels you mention over the coming month and get some photoshop work happening. I’ll definitely hit you up when the time comes to see if you can help in any way. Thank you!

[Dutch77]

All good, look forward to the debate, choices, decision and outcome.

[bkpr]

Sweet mate. Appreciate it. Lots of goodies hopefully coming my way before Xmas [emoji1696][emoji4][emoji1696]

[Dutch77]

Quasi-Cadiz reppin?

[Dutch77]

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[Dutch77]

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[Dutch77]

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[shauno]

Righto. I’ll keep a look out for 18” in this brands. I don’t necessarily mind spending a bit more on rims (I see tyres as a separate cost), but I’d prefer to keep it under 2K

The Rotiform KPS or FLG or SPF in 18” are all under $1500 on eBay (shipped to Mel).

They’re heavy, but my 19” IND’s have taken a lot of pothole thumps - monkeysrus has bent 2 Pretoria’s!

Though BBS for $2k is a good option too

[Dutch77]

The Rotiform KPS or FLG or SPF in 18” are all under $1500 on eBay (shipped to Mel).

They’re heavy, but my 19” IND’s have taken a lot of pothole thumps - monkeysrus has bent 2 Pretoria’s!

Though BBS for $2k is a good option too

Yeah I understood the cast Rotiforms where massively heavy but pretty tough as nails.. plus a few of the newer designs look pretty ok as an everyday road wheel (vs. more of a show wheel).

Maybe you could run the FLGs mate..

[bkpr]

Prefer the BBS SX (probably in black), then Rotiform FLG.
SX is 18x8 ET44
FLG is 18x8.5 ET??

Is there a good way to know or a calculator what the ET number will do to stance and fender clearance, or do I need to go in to a wheel store and get them fitted and test-driven?

[shauno]

Maybe you could run the FLGs mate..

Or the new WGR’s...

Apologies for the pre-Wednesday Wagon

[Dutch77]

Prefer the BBS SX (probably in black), then Rotiform FLG.
SX is 18x8 ET44
FLG is 18x8.5 ET??

Is there a good way to know or a calculator what the ET number will do to stance and fender clearance, or do I need to go in to a wheel store and get them fitted and test-driven?

There's a few decent ones around, I haven't got any handy but google will hit one. willtheyfit.com or similar is one.

18 x 8 ET44 is a reasonable safe fitment that is at least a bit further out than stock; you'd need to check on the Rotiforms but I have a feeling they're usually ET45 by default (custom by order) - basically the x 8.5 ET45 has become a bit of a default on the Mk7s for a good fitment.

Neuspeed are more conservative x 8 ET45; going beyond x 8.5 ET45 will mean something more aggressive and potentially needing fender or camber work to avoid rub if lowering or hard cornering.