The Official Mk7 Wheel Thread

[Dutch77]

Thanks for posting that up, any other shots?

Also, what are the specs on the rims? Genuine or reps? I'm guessing genuine given the Audi caps.

Straight lines are working on that design, has an OEM feel.

[Dutch77]

CARACTERE CW1
Specs: 19 x 8.5, ET50, weight tbc







Belgian tuner Caractere have produced a styling kit for the Mk7 and fitted it with their CW1 wheels which come in the listed specs as well as a smaller 18 x 8 ET50 but they're not cheap - about $2800 for the 18s and $3800 for the 19s plus freight, duties and taxes. If you're seeking this look, and maintaining the same Mk7 friendly fitment then why not a similar wheel that is a lot cheaper and Audi OEM?



The new S3 wheels look similar but the straight edged centre of the spokes suit the Mk7 styling more. In 18 x 7.5 ET51 sizing second hand stock is floating around.

[Dutch77]

AUDI RS4 ROTORS
Specs: 19 x 8.5, ET43, weight tbc





South African firm VAG Motorsport prepared these renderings for a client who was fitting the ABT bodywork kit to their Mk7 and Audi RS4 5 spoke rotors. This gives a reasonable idea how they'd work with the Mk7 styling, and while OEM wheels do come up second hand this is also a very common replica wheel available from any number of discount shops locally.

[Dutch77]

VW TALLADEGAS - REVISITED
Specs: 19 x 8, ET50, weight tbc

[Dutch77]

B&B AUTOMOBILETECHNIK B10
Specs: 19 x 8, ET tbc, weight tbc







Not a bad looking wheel from German tuner B&B Automobiletechnik also available in a 18 x 8, although these look like they may be 20s; their site advises €2400 for 18s and €3100 for 19s fitted with Dunlop tyres - including VAT, but ex freight and local duties/taxes: Willkommen bei B&B Automobiltechnik - Tuning made in Germany

[Dutch77]

OZ ULTRALEGGERA HLT
Specs: 20 x 8.5, ET45, weight tbc
Other: H&R suspension and spacers used







As always I need to admit my bias towards OZ but this looks like a great alternative to OEM Pretorias. In 20 inch HLT sizing these aren't as cheap as normal Ultraleggeras - looking at just over $4k for this set up locally.

Note: not a legal fitment in Australia

[readerr0r]

CARACTERE CW1
Specs: 19 x 8.5, ET50, weight tbc





The new S3 wheels look similar but the straight edged centre of the spokes suit the Mk7 styling more. In 18 x 7.5 ET51 sizing second hand stock is floating around.

Skoda Gemini's are very similar too, 18x7.5 same as GTI. Might be cheaper than the S3 wheels but probably harder to find here.



I think the Turini could look great on a Golf too, same size.

[Guy_H]

APR FORGED PROTOTYPE
Specs: 19 x 8.5, ET tbc, weight 18.7lbs/8.5kg

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These were shown by APR USA at a recent show, just a prototype at this stage.

Not sure if Guy can chip any additional information or not?

Prototype only at this stage - looking for market feedback. Very light from what I am told.

[Dutch77]

Skoda Gemini's are very similar too, 18x7.5 same as GTI. Might be cheaper than the S3 wheels but probably harder to find here.

Agreed, I saw these for sale in the UK for just over $1,600 AUD - but would need to factor in freight, duties and taxes to get them there.

I did see a set of second hand S3 rims going for $1,600 as well. Will depend on tastes.

I'm sure there will be a few available as RS's are delivered locally and people change over.

I think the Turini could look great on a Golf too, same size.

Yep, saw those in an Octavia thread and I don't mind them at all as an OEM wheel.

On a Golf they'd look something like this (no I won't win any graphic design awards):

Prototype only at this stage - looking for market feedback. Very light from what I am told.

The USA reaction was generally positive and I am not surprised, it's a nice looking wheel, although I'd prefer a different finish (and I am sure they will be available if it goes into production). Price will be a big factor though.

[Dutch77]

BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT 9 SPOKE
Specs: 19 x 9, ET41, weight tbc







Bentley wheels crop up now and then on the VW scene so no surprise to see them on a Mk7, this one modified like others on this thread with a Mk6 Golf R front bar - for those wondering what a more aggressive Mk7 R might have looked like..

Note: not a legal fitment in Australia