Winter Wheels - Pictures / Suggestions

[Iain_S4]

Anybody got any pictures of the RS4 with the 5-spoke optional or winter wheels on? A google image search has failed to find any. I'm considering a set of winter wheels and tyres but not sure I can live with the compromised looks.

Alternatively has anone got any suggestions for an alternative? I like the following but nobody imports them into the UK.

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthrea ... ter-Wheels

[iana74]

Second hand set of OEMs?
You don't have to go down to 18"s and narrower tyres. I used 19" Vreds Wintrac 275/30 last year (and for next few years hopefully!) Performance in snow/cold wet conditions still hugely better than "summer" tyres and doesn't change the look of the car.

There isn't actually much available aftermarket that will fit without spacers etc.

[neckarsulm]

This is a pic of the 18" option wheels

[Iain_S4]

I'm considering just swopping tyres and putting winter tyres on the standard 19" rims as well but like the idea of having a seperate set of wheels. I reckon I can get the winter wheels with slightly worn winter tyres for the about the same as 4 new 19" winter tyres. Also it lets me get the 19" wheels sent away for a proper refurb at Pristine or Lepsons.

Thank you for the picture.

[iana74]

2 sets of wheels definitely easier if you've the storage space. I picked up a second hand set with decent summer tyres on, sold the tyres on as I didn't want them. Net cost for 4 OEM wheels ended up at around £400, which wasn't bad...

Also had the original wheels refurbed while they were off, you can often get a good deal if you're in no rush and not stuck with your car off the ground!

[gottanS]

I spoke to Audi about winter wheel/tyres for a B7 S4, the stealer wanted £1620 for a set of 4. The wheels are alloys 7.5J x 18 with Conti Winter tyres with a 5 parallel spoke wheel design, haven't got a picture though.

[irvind]

I have a set of S8 Mk1 (18") wheels, wondering if they'd fit straight on? Nearly time for me to change tyres anyway so might put winters on these if they'll fit!

[xyber]

Just protect them properly, 2 costs of chemical guys wheel guard and collonite 476s wax and they're bomb proof

[irvind]

I rang Audi today about the OEM RS4 18's, they want £554 + VAT per wheel.
Above my budget, so maybe not!

However, if my research is correct, these wheels:

http://www.stokeaudi-parts.co.uk/produc ... lloy-wheel

are ET33, though the centre bore is bigger. Could be corrected by hub rings....
Still pretty pricey, but not as mental as the RS4 set.