I posted in the tyre section that I am about to buy new tyres.
At the same time I was planning on fully refurbing the wheels as the previous owner only got the faces done and you can see bubbling on the inner dish which annoys me.
This then got me thinking about maybe even replacing the wheels ? For something a little new and more modern ? My plan for the refurb of the standard wheels was to darken them, similar to the newer wheels. Anthracite or something ? I have always thought that bright silver looks very dated these days.....
So refurb ? Or replace ? If replace what would be the perfect specs to look for ? With or without 10mm spacers, which was also in the plans. I would like to stay OEM if possible, so C6 wheels ? C7 wheels ? I think I also want to stick to 19s to keep a little ride comfort.
I don't have endless funds, and I need tom plan a trip to MRC to get everything checked over, so it will likely just end up being a refurb, spacers and tyres, but at least I can look at options.... You know ? Just in case ? Right ?
The Perfect Wheels ?
Re: The Perfect Wheels ?
IMVHO the OE wheels look just right. 90% of the aftermarket ones I've seen look pants - although just occasionally one pops up that likes pretty smart. The C5 is a classic shape - ultra modern wheels don't suit it IMVHO.
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Re: The Perfect Wheels ?
My car has the wheels off an A8 D2 Final Edition. They are 20" but even on the Bilsteins the ride comfort is pretty good.
Anyway I want to change back to the standard wheels so if you're interested in a swap and are near me (West Sussex, South Coast) then let me know.
They are in reasonable condition but a few light scuffs. But then if you are refurbing anyway..... haha
Anyway I want to change back to the standard wheels so if you're interested in a swap and are near me (West Sussex, South Coast) then let me know.
They are in reasonable condition but a few light scuffs. But then if you are refurbing anyway..... haha
Last edited by PipRS6 on Thu Jul 19, 2018 1:01 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Re: The Perfect Wheels ?
Have a good look through the C5 picture thread, some great looking car/wheel combos there.
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Audi S3, S4 V8 avant.
Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.
Now - Empty garage
If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there!
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