bircham Posted September 26, 2009 Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 Hi, another wheel question I'm afraid, I am looking for a set of wheels to replace the standard competition(?) type 17" wheels on my 3.7 SE. I was thinking about a set of RS6s but the more I see RS4s and final edition wheels the more I like the 9 spoke look. These wheels on ebay are 18", 8J, 33 offset with semi-decent tyres. Would they fit. Oh, and what is the recommended tyre size to keep the rolling circumference the same? GENUINE AUDI RS4,TT 18" ALLOY WHEELS AND TYRES on eBay (end time 27-Sep-09 12:00:08 BST) Thanks for the help, Jon. Oh, and Audipartner's (thanks Audipartner!) front grille that he sent me looks fab on the car - Now I just have to find the fog light grille for the passenger side! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiPartner Posted September 26, 2009 Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 Not sure on the spec of A8 wheels, but I would have thought if they fit a Golf, the won't fit your '8. Which personally I think is a good thing, as 18" RS4/TT's would look too small on your car I think. Too many spokes. I think wheels like this need to be big, hence why the Final editions look so bad arse!! You may get away with 18" RS6 replica's, but I would step it up to 19's if poss. Then you could get genuine ones too - if they fit. If you want 18's I would go S8/Avus. And I'm not just saying that as that's what I have either - they just suit the car. My friend went from your wheels to my wheels on his 98 A8 and it took 5 years off the car I swear. Amazing difference. Glad you got the grille sorted. You're welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A8_Tony Posted September 26, 2009 Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 (edited) I agree with Audipartner. The wheels in your link are waaaayyyyy too small. That style of wheel in 18" wouldn't look right on an '8. If you like the style, then find a set of 20's, you'll not be disappointed and they seriously suit the car. Moving up to 19's would be the better option, and it gives you far more wheels to choose from. But 20's will fill the arches so much better. I'd suggest holding out for 20" S-lines, or look at other 19/20" options Oh, for 18" rims you'll need tyres of 245/45 size Edited September 26, 2009 by A8_Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bircham Posted September 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 Thanks for the info. I saw a golf today with 18 rs4s and thought they were 17s. I think I will have to see about 19s or 20s. What three are needed for the two sizes? Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto1954 Posted September 26, 2009 Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 (edited) dont think they will fit 100 pcd it says in the ad but these will 20 inch x 9j genuine A8 alloys.. 4 refurbished in anthracite or 4 brand new ones in polished silver never been used..yes for sale!! Edited September 26, 2009 by roberto1954 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A8_Tony Posted September 26, 2009 Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 They look the doggies doodahs in black :D :drool: You'd need 255/35 tyres for the 20's, not sure for the 19s but would guess 245/40 would be the route to go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto1954 Posted September 26, 2009 Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 both sets are 20 inch the d3's came with 275-35-20 is it the d2's that require 255? tony? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A8_Tony Posted September 26, 2009 Report Share Posted September 26, 2009 yeah, the D2's were 255. They're 8.5 inches wide on the D2's, maybe 9.5 on the D3. 275's will fit on the rear of a D2 without issue, but may scrub on the front Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bircham Posted September 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 I've already spotted those wheels = they look fantastic! I'm sure that I can't afford them though. Out of interest how much are the silver wheels? PM me with price mand I'll see. It proibably depends if anyone would be willing to buy my old 17" stock wheels. (Ebay?) They have 4 good pirelli Pzero tyres on them but they are not the most exciting wheels to look at really. Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto1954 Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 sent PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bircham Posted September 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 Thanks Roberto, a little steep for me I'm afraid. Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto1954 Posted September 27, 2009 Report Share Posted September 27, 2009 try these people.. Wheelbase - official ACE, DeCorsa and Konig distributor in the UK there in manchester ive used them a few times RS6 5spokes and tyres around £700 inc vat good quality wheels too.. cheers.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bircham Posted September 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Genuine Audi S8 quattro 18" Alloy wheels on eBay (end time 03-Oct-09 20:00:16 BST) I've seen these on ebay - worth a punt if I can get them cheap enough to get them refurbished and decent tyres on. a little convcerned at the repair but I dont'nt know much about the problems of repairing alloys. Is it likely to be a problem? Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny12 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Not sure on the spec of A8 wheels, but I would have thought if they fit a Golf, the won't fit your '8. Which personally I think is a good thing, as 18" RS4/TT's would look too small on your car I think. Too many spokes. I think wheels like this need to be big, hence why the Final editions look so bad arse!! You may get away with 18" RS6 replica's, but I would step it up to 19's if poss. Then you could get genuine ones too - if they fit.If you want 18's I would go S8/Avus. And I'm not just saying that as that's what I have either - they just suit the car. My friend went from your wheels to my wheels on his 98 A8 and it took 5 years off the car I swear. Amazing difference. Glad you got the grille sorted. You're welcome! Hi there, I had the exact same wheels you have on your car and I brought some 19’’ MTM rep’s which were cool but did not like the look of them on, and luckily AP found me some S8 face lift wheels to go on my car and as he said it took year off it! S8 fl wheels are the way to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto1954 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 (edited) stop messing man i have 4 original 9x20 audi 9 spokes for sale at a fraction of new price just been shotblasted and powder coated ready for tyres and ADI show , dont forget original wheels are much stronger Edited September 28, 2009 by roberto1954 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W12 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 how much are you asking out of interest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SINGH Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 yeah, the D2's were 255. They're 8.5 inches wide on the D2's, maybe 9.5 on the D3. 275's will fit on the rear of a D2 without issue, but may scrub on the front Nope, no problem at all. I have D3 20 X 9 275 35 20s on the front of the S8 and they don't scrub. Also the ride is noticeably smoother then these on than with the original S8 Avus 18s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Architex mA8tey Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Nope, no problem at all. I have D3 20 X 9 275 35 20s on the front of the S8 and they don't scrub. Also the ride is noticeably smoother then these on than with the original S8 Avus 18s. You can get 295's on the back!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto1954 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 how much are you asking out of interest? they retail at £900 per wheel part no. 4EO601025AFZ33 i want £700 for all 4 mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W12 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 thats a fair price how about the silver ones are they the same or more cause they are not refurbished? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiPartner Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Genuine Audi S8 quattro 18" Alloy wheels on eBay (end time 03-Oct-09 20:00:16 BST)I've seen these on ebay - worth a punt if I can get them cheap enough to get them refurbished and decent tyres on. a little convcerned at the repair but I dont'nt know much about the problems of repairing alloys. Is it likely to be a problem? Jon FYI, these are pre facelift matey. With a refurb will look ok, but the facelift wheels although only slightly different, look much more modern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberto1954 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 (edited) thats a fair price how about the silver ones are they the same or more cause they are not refurbished? the anthracite ones are off a 2006 D3 the silver wheels are brand new from audi £3600 but i did get a deal???? and today had 4 new tyres fitted 275-35-20 so sorry not realy for sale now altogether cost me A LOT ! will be on the AVPerformance stand on 10th oct at ADI im taking the wheels with me to fit there after being on track with my 19's so there new! bring some cash make me an offer before i fit them... £2700 mite buy them............cost over £4000 new Edited September 29, 2009 by roberto1954 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now