Hi guys. I'm on the lookout for a new set of wheels for my a3 1.8t. It currently has a set of standard 16" alloys on but am looking to upgrade. I will be fitting 45mm lowering springs if this helps with any advice given. Also, would like them to sit as flush as possible without arch rolling so what width/offset can I go for before it will start scraping. Cheers
Recommendations on wheel size
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I have 8j X 19" with 235/35/19 tyres on my s3, which were fitted to my old Mk4 GTI, which was on 45mm springs, there was no rubbing on that, can't remember what the offset is though.
Strange, as I believe with 35 profile as aposed to 40, the rolling radius is virtually the same.
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In my opinion, I think a good rule to go by (for a3 and S3) is 18's for style and 17's for handling and (arguable) comfort...
From experience, Ideal width/offset on an A3 is around 8J at ET30
From experience, Ideal width/offset on an A3 is around 8J at ET30
Cheers guys. Found a set of rotiform snowflakes 16"x8j et30. What are people's thoughts on them? Do they suit the a3 8l?
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WAYYYYY too small for the 8l, would look like a toy town car... The standard S3 alloys are 17's, that should be your minimum size
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Yea, but it looks pony as standard and you haven't put a low profile tyre on them yet... It would look ridiculous
