Rims for my GTI...what do you think?

[GTI2708]

Hey
I'm lookin for some rims for my Mk6 GTI in white.
I have found some i like and i'll post up a picture for you to see. Tell me what you think of them or if you know a style that will fit better.
Thanks

http://68.178.146.170/images/132438_2009040907_tmb2.jpg

Sorry that the image is so small...but it's the only one i could find.
Thanks again

[elisiX]

I shudder to say it but check out TempeTyres.. they have something like that for under $1500 if that's your thing :)

I'm hoping to find something from BBS but I wont make up my mind until the car arrives and i've seen some more examples.

Dont know what will look best with 5DR Carbon Steel.

Would love to see some more examples of what wheels people have fitted on the forum.

[GTI2708]

Yeh i've been looking on tempe tires..they have some decent stuff.
I was set on BBS as well....They have some reallly nice stuff.
I am still tossing up but i was thinking that the red outer lining would look cool with the red lining on the front grill.
See what i can find and i'll let u know on my final choice.
But again...if you guys have any suggestions feel free to throw them at me. :P

[schoona]

Hey
I'm lookin for some rims for my Mk6 GTI in white.
I have found some i like and i'll post up a picture for you to see. Tell me what you think of them or if you know a style that will fit better.
Thanks

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

Sorry that the image is so small...but it's the only one i could find.
Thanks again

They look like lenso type m;s, available from tempe.
You have a nice car, and plan on modifying it, treat it well.
The options from Tempe I would go wiht would be the replicas, 911T, SL63 AMG wheels etc etc Golf R, Scirocco R, R8

If not, BBS, Enkei, Work, Yokohama Advan, Kahn, iForged, HRE, DPE, Champion Motorsport, OZ Racing...plenty of high quality, crisp looking euro/motorsport themed wheels therre befitting of a tidy ride.

PS. Unless you are tracking the car, please go for 19's ;)

[elisiX]

http://www.amgaustralia.com/

For local BBS.

I wonder how black polished BBS CK would look on the Carbon Grey.

I'd prefer the RS-GT wheel though but they're incredibly expensive.

[schoona]

http://www.amgaustralia.com/

For local BBS.

I wonder how black polished BBS CK would look on the Carbon Grey.

I'd prefer the RS-GT wheel though but they're incredibly expensive.

I'd wager with the Aussie dollar at tirerack.com being cheaper :)

[GTI2708]

Thanks.
Theyre both great suggestions and that site is real helpful.
I'm steering more towards a set of BBS rims in a charcoal grey colour now. :-)

[GTI2708]

I like the BBS CH in Black...they look good but are wayyyy out of my price range unfortunatley. :-(

[schoona]

I like the BBS CH in Black...they look good but are wayyyy out of my price range unfortunatley. :-(

Get the chip (you sound like you have got that figure dout ;) ) enjoy that and put a bit away put a bit away....get what you want a little bit later :)

Not that you can't manage your funds well at all :P lol

[GTI2708]

Haha yeah...i'm planning on getting the chip first. But you're right...i'm no good at saving..hahah.
There's so many BBS ones i really love....but i just can't afford them. :-(
gonna have to save up a lot.

[schoona]

Haha yeah...i'm planning on getting the chip first. But you're right...i'm no good at saving..hahah.
There's so many BBS ones i really love....but i just can't afford them. :-(
gonna have to save up a lot.

Haha no prob, just not worth "wrecking" a nice car that's all :)

[GTI2708]

Yeah i know what you mean...the car is so beautiful you wouldn't wanna wreck it with some rims.
I think i've found some nice enkei's within price range...see how we go i guess

[STV4SYT]

Some tasty ones here too.

http://www.magwheelcentre.com.au/index.php?pid=c2&cid=55&mid=54

BBS look damn good, but defo a bit on the $$ side.

[GTI2708]

O.K
I've found these and i quite like them.
Opinions...?

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=4428804445GM&wheelMake=Enkei+Performance&wheelModel=EKM3&wheelFinish=Gunmetal+Painted&showRear=no&autoMake=Volkswagen&autoModel=GTI+2.0T&autoYear=2010&autoModClar=4-Door&filterSize=18&filterFinish=All&filterSpecial=false&filterBrand=All&filterNew=All&sort=Brand\

Sorry i couldnt get the image on for some reason.

[team_v]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/enkei_ekm3_gm_ci3_l-1.jpg


Not bad.
Might look better in gunmetal if you can get them in that finish.
The black may just make it blend into the tyres, so why bother getting quality lookign wheels when no one could see them......

[GTI2708]

Yeah i would much rather gun metal ones...it's my favourite look.
Thanks for the tips

[schoona]

Change the finish obvs, but:

RPF1
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/enkei_rpf1_19_sbc_ci3_l-1.jpg

RP05:
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/enkei_rp05_sbc_ci3_l-1.jpg

RP03 (multi fitment lets these down):
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/enkeir_rp03_sbc_ci3_l-1.jpg


I'll piss off for a while now :P

[elisiX]

Guys what do you think about Carbon Steel?

Perhaps a bright silver (not chrome) will work best. Black might be too dark also.

This is one example i've found with an anthracite colour.. but is it too washed out?

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/2009essenmotorshowvolkswagen041-1.jpg

[schoona]

Black looks hot on white, there is a turbo white MkV R32 on black CH's 19" and it looks epic. Not a problem with blacko n white.

Elisi, the style of rim probably governs the "look good part", though a **** rim is still a **** rim, thoiugh that's subjective.

Don't build the forums' favourite mkv6, you will either likee it or you wont.

[GTI2708]

WOW!
Personally i think those rims on that car look amazing....i would love some rims like that.

[elisiX]

This is the look I will be going for however in the Carbon Steel - not black. In fact - I love those exact wheels.

BBS make a wheel like this called an RS-GT (usually a porsche 911 wheel) but they're like $1500 each not including rubber. Too expensive unfortunately.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/10/loweredstockfront-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/loweredstockrear-1.jpg

[schoona]

Black looks hot on white, there is a turbo white MkV R32 on black CH's 19" and it looks epic. Not a problem with blacko n white.

Elisi, the style of rim probably governs the "look good part", though a **** rim is still a **** rim, thoiugh that's subjective.

Don't build the forums' favourite mkv6, you will either likee it or you wont.

See this post:
http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showpost.php?p=344628&postcount=63

[schoona]

This is the look I will be going for however in the Carbon Steel - not black. In fact - I love those exact wheels.

BBS make a wheel like this called an RS-GT (usually a porsche 911 wheel) but they're like $1500 each not including rubber. Too expensive unfortunately.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/10/loweredstockfront-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/loweredstockrear-1.jpg

The photoshopped pic :P

VMR 710s I believe.
Try golfmkv.com to find some sellers etc

[GTom]

If you're going BBS get them from tire rack in the states, they are much much cheaper that buying them locally (inc. shipping)..

I have some Team Dynamics Racing Light weight wheels on mine gloss black.
You can also get these with the red outer lining around them (I got mine for a bit over a grand landed from the UK (which is about $7-800 cheaper then buying them locally)

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/resources/images/zoom/tea_prorace3_blk_red_09.jpg

[GTI2708]

I really like those black rims with the red outer lining.
What are they called?
Thanks

[schoona]

WOW!
Personally i think those rims on that car look amazing....i would love some rims like that.

Id hazard a guess at them being a Borbet wheel :)

[GTI2708]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/teamdynamicsmeshiiianthracite-1.jpg

Over the top? Or Wow...nice!

[schoona]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/teamdynamicsmeshiiianthracite-1.jpg

Over the top? Or Wow...nice!

Definitely will need to be 19s.
Certainly will look neat though. Get them to sit flush with the guards nd a nice drop and it could work :)

[elisiX]

Those prices on Tirerack are awesome.

$390 USD a corner for Anthracite BBS CK!... sweet. I think they're about $800 a corner locally.

And if you get them shipped in sets of 2, you avoid the local duty also I believe.

[schoona]

those prices on tirerack are awesome.

$390 usd a corner for anthracite bbs ck!... Sweet. I think they're about $800 a corner locally.

And if you get them shipped in sets of 2, you avoid the local duty also i believe.

<$1000 aud

[GTom]

I really like those black rims with the red outer lining.
What are they called?
Thanks


They are called Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2.
My 18 x 8 weight about 9.0Kgs (obviously smaller wheels weigh less)

The VMRs are also nice!

And these http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/teamdynamicsmeshiiianthracite-1.jpg STAY AWAY look way to ricey.

[GTI2708]

Yeh i actually thought the same thing about five minutes ago.
very ricey
i like the BBS Ck's on the tirerack site...and i'm also lookin at the ones i posted first up....i saw a picture of a mk6 gti with a similar design and the red outter stripe...looks quite nice.

[GTI2708]

PS. Unless you are tracking the car, please go for 19's ;)

Oh Ok...i was told by someone that it will rub if i put 19's. Do you think it will rub or the ride will be too stiff if 19's are fitted?

[GTI2708]

O.K
I've rounded it down to three rims. Either the BBS Ck in anthracite finish, the BBS CM in anthracite finsh, or the black rims with the red lining i first started with.

I persoanlly like the BBS ones more than the red lining ones....but i can get a fairly good deal on them.
Anyways have a look at them and let me know.

BBS CK Anthracie finish.
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/bbs_ck_anth_ci3_l-1.jpg

BBS CM Anthracie finish.
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/bbs_cm_bpsl_ci3_l-1.jpg

And the black ones with outer red lining.



and i mean this looks pretty good if you ask me.
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2008/06/321123163_Xb6pSL-1.jpg

Personally i'm thinking the CM's

[fourmo]

ck ftw dude!!!!!

[GTom]

BBS CM. Not many people have them on golfs (not that I've seen anyway) and they look very nice :D.

But you can't really fault any BBS they all look nice!

[GTI2708]

BBS CM. Not many people have them on golfs (not that I've seen anyway) and they look very nice :D.

But you can't really fault any BBS they all look nice!

YES mate...i was thinkin the exact same thing.
Uniqueness is key!
I think i've made my choice. :-)
CHeers

[schoona]

Haha Liam's CW on CK's looks hot.
I have only seen CK's on a TR MkV, goes by the name of Hux.

19s will be fine dude, if you plan on droppping it hard on coilovers or bags then you will need to archwork, dial in camber etc, but i dont think that is your plan.

19s with H&R/Neuspeed/Eibach springs will do it just fine :)

[GTI2708]

Yeh I'm not planning on dropping it. I won't be able to get it into the basement if I do. :-p
I cnt get the cm in 19's unfortunatley. Might end up just going the ck's in 19 cos the 19 seem to fill the wheel arches better.
Oh btw, does the gti come with the komi eibach setup u specified? Or is that something I should add?
Thanks for all the help.

[schoona]

Yeh I'm not planning on dropping it. I won't be able to get it into the basement if I do. :-p
I cnt get the cm in 19's unfortunatley. Might end up just going the ck's in 19 cos the 19 seem to fill the wheel arches better.
Oh btw, does the gti come with the komi eibach setup u specified? Or is that something I should add?
Thanks for all the help.

Np...
Here's Hux's car:
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/01/IMG_3828EDSML-1.jpg

Ahhm I believe standard GTI is a Sachs strut/spring assembly??

This guy has done a SHEDLOAD of work RE: suspension on the 1J (I think) platform.

Linky:
http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=100863

You will find far more of your answers around there than in my little mk3 noggin :)

[STV4SYT]

With the 18" CK's

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/cwck-1.jpg

[elisiX]

I really like the look of the CK but not necessarily on the MKV/VI. Without some massive brake callipers, they might not look quite right.

CK and CH are awesome.. particularly the CK as on Liam's CW MKV pictured earlier and I think this will suit your CW MKVI perfectly GTI2708.

I think i'd personally prefer a brighter wheel (i.e. not anthracite or black) on the Carbon Steel to provide some nice contrast.

[GTI2708]

Thanks for that elisi X
I've been thinking about it and i like the CK's moreso for my car.
But i have been tossing up b/w those and some enkei's that i have found. The enkei's are marjinly cheaper and have a similar design.
Although black does look very good on white i think i may go anthracite or just a matte silver because i feel like the black is too try hard/japped up for me.

[elisiX]

Black is awesome and i'd be very seriously tempted if my car were white.

With the right drop - it'd be seriously badass. If the rims were BBS, there's nothing try hard about it.

[GTI2708]

this is the enkei's i'm looking at.
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/attachmentphpattachmentid18868stc1d12373-1.jpg

or this colour

http://www.wheelsnext.com/images/wheels/large/enkei_ekm3_hb_2.jpg

Can;t afford the BBS unfortunaley.

[elisiX]

That essentially is the style I am after. They look great and enkei are not a cheap wheel by any means.

[GTI2708]

Oh definatley not!
they are not cheap at all...just are cheaper than the BBS rims.
I found a set of the audi rs4 rims that i could get a good deal on....have you seen any gti's with those on them?
i'm wondering whether it'll suit.

[Lima]

and i mean this looks pretty good if you ask me.
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2008/06/321123163_Xb6pSL-1.jpg


Mrs Lima says thank you. :banana:

[GTI2708]

Hahaha...so that's yours then?
Beautifulllll.

[schoona]

It's MkV sorry, this is the mate with 19s from Tempe. Not dropped at all. Not as "hot" as the BBS, but it is a very smart/crisp looking vehicle :)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2008/12/IMG_3587EDSML-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2008/12/IMG_3608EDSML-1.jpg

[GTI2708]

Yeah I think the rs4 rims are a lot like my style. It's very subtle yet mean at the same time. See if I can get a good deal on them. :-) $$$ add up lol

[tinto]

Don't go Tempe. Talk to vmr directly if you want rs4 reps (or a lot of other great looking wheels to suit your mk6).
If you've been shopping for BBS, the delivered price of a set of vmr wheels will be a pleasant surprise - http://www.velocitymotoring.com/
email them if you see a wheel that isn't in the size you want... In the past they haven't had all sizes listed.

You can shop safely for all the wheels that suit/fit a mk5.

[xblode]

I was looking for rims too as I'm not a fan of the factory 17's or 18's.

I had 18" A8 reps on my Black MK4GTI and loved them. I was gonna go for RS4 reps with the MK6GTI but in the end decided to go with BBS CH reps.

This is the only shot I've got, lol as when they were fitted, I paid, jumped in the car and took off without taking a finished shot. I'll pull the camera out tomorrow and post.

They are 18x8 with Falken 452's 225/40/18.

I was gonna fork out for originals but there's so much I could do with the extra funds so I'm not fussed about using reps.

:)

http://www.badmanpoker.com/mk6gtibbschreps.jpg

[GTI2708]

Hey don't look bad at all. Where do you get reps from and how much cheaper are they?

[EndlessMKI]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/2009essenmotorshowvolkswagen041-1.jpg

Sorry to be OT but do the GTI's come in this colour.

[MIRSAD]

It is looking like carbon steel grey

and YES MK 6 GTI is coming in that colour

[elisiX]

Yup. It's the color i've been banging on about and ordered - Carbon Steel. :)

[Lima]

Hahaha...so that's yours then?
Beautifulllll.

Yeah, well, my wife's actually. And I have nicked the BBS CKs for my S3, the GTI is currently running the S3's OEM wheels.

I reckon the CKs will look great on a Mk6, but these black CMs from the Worthersee (http://www.ausmotive.com/2009/05/21/golf-gti-polo-worthersee-09-concepts.html) show also look quite good.


http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/05/VWGolfGTIWorthersee0901s-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/05/VWGolfGTIWorthersee0902s-1.jpg

[Kwoka]

http://img121.imageshack.us/img121/7179/picture20087.th.jpg (http://img121.imageshack.us/i/picture20087.jpg/)

Anyone know what rims these are? As i personally think these look fantastic on CW.

[team_v]

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/ (http://img121.imageshack.us/i/picture20087.jpg/)

Anyone know what rims these are? As i personally think these look fantastic on CW.

They look like sportec monoblock's

[elisiX]

Shot an email off to VMR this morning for pricing. Looking online I found a recent group buy for 40 pieces (10 sets) for $999 a set.

It'll be interesting to see the regular pricing shipped to Australia. I've asked for pricing as shipped as a set of 4 as well as in lots of 2 (to come in under $1000 AUD and save on duty).

These wheels rock. I now realize why I love them so much - they're replica's of wheels made by HRE - wheels i've always admired and seen on BMW's for years.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/V710rear-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/V710_wm-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/10/loweredstockfront-1.jpg

[GTI2708]

Hey, are you planning on getting a set of these?
If so, we could do shipping together to bulk bill it and split it if you like?
Let me know.

[elisiX]

Well my car wont be made for a month.. and wont be here for another 2-3... :)

If you import items valued under $1000 AUD (iirc), then you avoid paying duty (or its reduced).

So best to order them 2 rims at a time. However the saving might not be worth the difference in shipping.

[GTI2708]

I think I'll go the dark grey.

http://www.europeanautosource.com/images/vendors/velocity/V710/v710swatch01.jpg

[GTI2708]

Ah ok i see where your coming from in regards to the saving...It may work out to be better ...just need to research it i guess.
Well i am planning on saving a litle more before i do do anything..so i guess i'll start a thread asking if anyone wants to bulk buy when i'm ready. :-)
I really like these...seen them on a lot of m3's and they are my all time favourite car.
ah dreams.
thanks for the tip.

[elisiX]

The wheels these are based on are the M40 by HRE. A custom built wheel made to each persons exact spec. A very nice wheel.

Quality of the copies seems to be good. Am just trying to hunt down more examples - there are so many online.

[Corey_R]

Wow - this is a VERY impressive thread.
I can't believe that it's been going 7 pages on the topic "best wheels for my GTI" and it hasn't broken out into a fight and been closed! hehe

I'm also a big advocate for purchasing stuff from Tirerack. I'd never even considered buying rims from them, but I've always recommended buying tyres from them.

Two things to remember:
1) Ensure you get the correct offset for the particular Rim for fitment to the GTI
2) In regards to splitting up the shipment to avoid import duties etc. Do a calculation to ensure that the added shipping costs don't outweigh what you'd pay for the import duties. No point spending more to avoid something less :)

[GTI2708]

The wheels these are based on are the M40 by HRE. A custom built wheel made to each persons exact spec. A very nice wheel.

Quality of the copies seems to be good. Am just trying to hunt down more examples - there are so many online.

Sounds good.
I can't decide on colour though....Arghh
such a big decision for me,
haha
Depending on what deal they can do for me...it's either these or these enkei's as i can get a set of them with a set of Continental tyres for around 1300 american not including shipping.
Do you know how much shipping may be?
thanks

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/attachmentphpattachmentid18868stc1d12373-1.jpg

[elisiX]

Not sure on shipping. Still waiting to hear back from VMR.

Just found ecs tuning doing Bilstein PSS10 coilovers for $2k USD - yummy :)

[team_v]

See here for approximate pricing:

http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showthread.php?t=35974&highlight=vrm*

[elisiX]

Thanks team_v.. the exact info I am after. Will wait on VMR to get back to me on updated pricing but this sounds perfect.

From that link:


I paid so far USD$799 for the wheels + USD$380 delivery to Melbourne Airport. I called custom here in Australia and they told I should be fine in terms of paying taxes as the items I'm importing cost less than AUD$1,000. However since they are coming by air freight, they told me that I would need to contact an importer agent to lodge the custom clearance form which is around AUD$150 according to them.

[team_v]

Thanks team_v.. the exact info I am after. Will wait on VMR to get back to me on updated pricing but this sounds perfect.

From that link:

Just remember you will have to tack on at least another 700-1500 for some rubber to wrap those rims in.

I guess that is why so many people go the tempe option.

[elisiX]

Yup.. CSC2 are not going to be cheap :D

I only wish I didn't bother with the 18" wheel option when ordering the car.

[team_v]

Yup.. CSC2 are not going to be cheap :D

I only wish I didn't bother with the 18" wheel option when ordering the car.

I am not going any options on my Tiguan for that very reason.

Curious as to why you are going with Conti tyres instead of other tyres with a better reputation?

[Glennb]

I will be looking at getting 18" rims on my GTi (Carbon Steel probably) once i receive it and have been "shopping" on tirerack.com as well.
My short list at present (in no particular order):

BBS CM - Machined finish with Anthracite Accent
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/bbs_cm_maa_ci3_l-1.jpg

Borbet Type XL - Machined with Black Accent
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/borbet_xl_bmf_ci3_l-1.jpg

OZ 35th Anniversary - Machined with Black Accent
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/oz_35annivy_ci3_l-1.jpg

OZ Superturismo GT - Bright Silver
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/oz_supertour_gt_ci3_l-1.jpg

OZ Adrenalina - Machined with Flat Black Accent
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/oz_adrenalina_mfba_ci3_l-1.jpg

OZ Michelangelo 10 - Machined with black accent
http://www.ozracing.com/webimgoz6/2008/07_OZ_STREETSTYLE_PREVIEW/BIG_MICHELANGELO%2010-DC.eps.jpg

Size will be 18x8 and will need to check offsets. Leaning towards the Borbets at present as they are more likely to be unique in Aus, otherwise the OZ 35th Anniv editions look damn good.
The Michelangelo 10 looks good and is a bit more conservative / traditional.

[team_v]

BBS CM or Oz Superturismo.

All the others look like cheapies that you get from bob jane.
The mmichelangelo's look like A8 reps.

[Axis]

I only wish I didn't bother with the 18" wheel option when ordering the car.

I'm sure someone around here will take those off your hands when you're done with them ;)

[Corey_R]

Yup.. CSC2 are not going to be cheap :D

Actually, you'd be surprised!
From tirerack....

Continental Sport Contact 2 - 225/40ZR18 92Y = US$202 each
Continental Sport Contact 3 - 225/40ZR18 92Y = US$204 each
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric - 225/40ZR18 92Y = US$180 each

I'd recommend you read a few of the reviews (even the tyre round up at tyrerack) because The F1 Asymmetric would be my choice based on them and the Motor mag round ups that I've seen. And it just so happens that they're on sale at Tirerack atm so they're cheaper than the CSC2/3s!

[elisiX]

I am not going any options on my Tiguan for that very reason.

Curious as to why you are going with Conti tyres instead of other tyres with a better reputation?

I used the Conti's on my TT and they were great. I didn't know they had a poor reputation?

Any suggestions? If I plan to Stage II the GTI later on, I am going to need all the grip I can get.

[team_v]

Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetrcs are the way to go for quality tyres.

Conti's are known for their poor treadwear = less traction = need to buy new tyres more often.

[elisiX]

This thread is going straight to the bookmarks. :)

[elisiX]

From VMR :)


From: Ty Chen Kuo [mailto:ty@velocitymotoring.com]
Sent: Wednesday, 30 December 2009 10:43 AM
To:
Subject: Re: Australian Enquiry

Hi,

We are organizing a group buy for Australia. Where are you located in Australia? Yes, we do make our V710 to fit your Mk6.

Best Regards...Ty

[elisiX]

And some more info..


I will be opening it for Audizine, Audiworld, VWVortex, E46fanatics, E90Post, and the other associated Bimmerpost forums.

Best Regards...Ty

On Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 4:09 PM, wrote:

Hi Ty,

Which forum is the group buy through?

[elisiX]

According to this thread.. http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=82731&highlight=VMR+V710

They're about $800 USD a set for 18". :)

Also.. some more info from VMR.


The wheels will be shipped from either Brisbane or Sydney. I will announce pricing soon. You will only need to pay for domestic shipping within the country.

Best Regards...Ty

On Tue, Dec 29, 2009 at 4:16 PM, wrote:

Sounds great. I will keep an eye on the forums.

Do you have any details of this group buy yet?


ALL GREAT NEWS.

I've now asked this.


That’s great news.

I noticed on MKV.com forums that you were doing an 18” set for $799 USD.

If they are going to be local, will they still be based off the USD? (hence my enquiry)

For example – I can buy a BBS wheel from tirerack for $300 USD per vs about $800 per AUD locally.

Cheers,
Jay

[xblode]

I love my rims but looking at the posts in this thread, I kinda feel a little ripped off money wise even though it's not a lot of money :( Serves me right for rushing off and doing it in the first week of ownership.

Wheels cost $900 total and tyres where $1200.

http://www.badmanpoker.com/mk6gtibbschreps2.jpg

http://www.badmanpoker.com/mk6gtibbschreps3.jpg

http://www.badmanpoker.com/mk6gtibbschreps4.jpg

[schoona]

How do you feel ripped off if you spent less tahn 5k and they look "like" CH's ?

[elisiX]

Probably cause he could have bought actual BBS CH's for not too much more.

Don't sweat it though mate.

[GTI2708]

I got pretty much the same reply elisiX
That sounds like a good plan to me. :-)
Only thing for me is tyres will end up costing me more.
I can get a set of Enkei EKM3's 18" with Continental Extreme contact DWS in a size of 225/40 R18 all set up and balanced for 1500 give or take a couple of hundred.
I wonder what i can get with these guys from VMR cos i like their rims quite a lot.

[elisiX]

I dont think they can ship the wheels with tyres fitted. But I am sure they can come separately. If not, you can still order from Tyrerack.

I wouldn't skint on tyres to be honest. They're the most important part of your vehicle IMO.

[GTI2708]

Wait sorry, i got that wrong...i am getting Goodyear F1 assymetric tyres. I hear they are very very good tyres.
For these tyres, with pressure sensors and the enkei rims..it says it will be around 1700 not including postage.
Do you have anyy idea at all as to what postage may cost?

[Corey_R]

4 tyres on their own was about $250. If they are happy to fit the tyres to the wheels first then you'd just pay for additional weight rather than size.
You don't need pressure sensors - the car has that via the ABS. Best thing is to just figure out what you want, then email them along with your address. Let them know that speed is not a priority, as long as it's insurable and trackable.

And yes, Goodyear F1 Asymmetric is the best option.

[GTI2708]

ah ok then...but if i buy the tyres and rims off them..it will be the smae weight even if i do send them seperatley.
But then if i do send them seperatley i avoid taxes.
far out this is complicated. ;)
I think the tyres will be a definate from tirerack
just tossing up on the rims now.
ENKEI OR VMR.
AHH DAMN I CAN"T DECIDE ON THE RIM OR THE COLOUR! :-(
I reckon i'll end up going the cheaper option cos i like them both.and theyre both good quality anyways...lol

[elisiX]

Well if you buy everything from tirerack, just do it in one go. You wont save by splitting in two I dont think (too many items). However if you decide to go with wheels at one place and tyres at another, you might be fine to split and save on duty. Just get it all together as 2 or 3 different options, put the prices down and choose. My choice, F1's on VMR 710's. That's what I will most likely go with. Just remember that by fitting 19" wheels the car will need a drop.

[GTI2708]

Ah yeh..sounds good.
Na i have to go 18's unfortunaley.
I can't get the car into the basement if i do drop it and it's just easier to go 18's for me.
So no biggie.
will still look good.
:-)
I think the enkeis have the win for me so far......just really depending on vmr pricing now. But i'm pretty sure it's the enkei's.
I just can't decide on black or silver.....it's starting to annoy me now...lol

[elisiX]

Well as I found out earlier, on MKV.com VMR were offering the 710's for $799 USD but that wasn't a group buy as far as I can tell.

Hopefully this arrangement/group buy will come in at less than that. The dollar is back down to about 88c last I checked so hopefully it holds.

All in its going to be about the $2000-2200 AUD mark I imagine which is nothing. Especially if I can move the standard 18" Detroit's for the $1200 they will owe me.

Actually for just $1200 difference i'd be inclined to keep the OEM wheels to put back on when it comes time to sell.

Brand new wheels and tyres will sound good to the buyer I think. :)

[GTI2708]

what do you guys think i could get for my Potenzas and stock 17" rims if i sold them?
I have only had them for a week and they are in perfect condition.

[GTI2708]

well thats very good for the vrm rims...the enkeis cost 740 US
so if the vrm are anywhere near that i would probably go for them...cos they're nicer...and they come in the charcoal grey :-)


OK so let me just lay this out.
LOL
Tires will be Goodyear eagle f1 assymetric. - $720 USD
Rims will be the VRM v107 - around the $800 USD mark
and then whatever postage and taxes i incurr...sounds like a plan.
:-)
:-)
:-)

[GTI2708]

If shipping doesnt cost more than 400 dollars aussie....the whole price for the rims will be less than 2g and maybe i can get 6-700 for my current rims...far out...that would be soo goooddd.

[schoona]

ah ok then...but if i buy the tyres and rims off them..it will be the smae weight even if i do send them seperatley.
But then if i do send them seperatley i avoid taxes.
far out this is complicated. ;)
I think the tyres will be a definate from tirerack
just tossing up on the rims now.
ENKEI OR VMR.
AHH DAMN I CAN"T DECIDE ON THE RIM OR THE COLOUR! :-(
I reckon i'll end up going the cheaper option cos i like them both.and theyre both good quality anyways...lol

Enkei :)
VMR are hot, but the Enkei's are different.

[elisiX]

I definitely would not be selling the stock 17" wheels. When you go to sell the car the number of people that will want the VMR's will be very few. And you wont get anything for them. I've seen people sell OEM wheels all the time and get absolutely jack **** back for them. The only reason I suggested the possibility of selling the 18" wheels is because they're not standard and there might be a premium associated with them. However as I said earlier, it will be much more attractive to have the original wheels down the line. I think you would be very lucky to get much more than $100 a corner for the stock 17" wheels.

[schoona]

Just remember that by fitting 19" wheels the car will need a drop.

IT will need a drop with 18s also.

[STV4SYT]

what do you guys think i could get for my Potenzas and stock 17" rims if i sold them?
I have only had them for a week and they are in perfect condition.

Keep em. It will be easier to sell the car with them on it and sell your aftermarket rims separately IMO.

also if you are going 19's then it might be nice to have a set of 17's lying around with Cheaper to replace tyres on them and better ride quality if you decide to do any big road trips/track days etc.

Maybe worth $1000 if u are lucky as there will be a large influx of them soon with all the new GTI's hitting the road and the fact the Stock wheels dont suit it the best.

[GTI2708]

Enkei :)
VMR are hot, but the Enkei's are different.

Yes thats very true...but i dont know if i want black..i was thinking the vmr charcoal grey colour

[GTI2708]

Keep em. It will be easier to sell the car with them on it and sell your aftermarket rims separately IMO.

also if you are going 19's then it might be nice to have a set of 17's lying around with Cheaper to replace tyres on them and better ride quality if you decide to do any big road trips/track days etc.

Maybe worth $1000 if u are lucky as there will be a large influx of them soon with all the new GTI's hitting the road and the fact the Stock wheels dont suit it the best.

I would keep them but i need to sell them in order to be able to afford my rims. ;-)
Do you think the ride will be that much worse on 18"? It's oinly one inch bigger....cnt make tht much of a difference.
And i'm getting better tires...so might even be better...lol

[elisiX]

IT will need a drop with 18s also.

Well really it needs a drop on the stock 17" wheels .. :)

However I am referring to aftermarket wheels due to the lower profile tyres. The stock 18's dont necessarily need a drop even though they would look better with one.

The aftermarket 19" will most likely look silly without a drop. It probably wont even look stock.

[GTI2708]

I guess i;ll see how i go....i really shouldnt be dropping it cos of my basement situation...but i might end up doing it in yrs to come. I am going 18's tho

[elisiX]

GTI2708 I mean no offence mate but if you NEED to sell the OEM wheels to afford an upgrade.. well then you cant afford the upgrade. $500 is not going to make that much of a difference surely? Wait an extra month or two. You dont want to be trying to source OEM wheels when it comes time to sell 2, 3 or 5 years down the track.

[GTI2708]

Fair point....but do you think it's that necessary to keep them?
I dont NEED to sell them to get them....but it would just be easier to ahve tht extra couple hundred in my pocket instead of havin a set of wheels lying around.
I mean...cnt i just sell them with the aftermarket wheels if i do sell? or is tht not a good idea?

[elisiX]

It's a matter of weighing up the options. Just as you are with the different wheels and tyres and where to source them from.

Write them down if it makes it easier but IMO, the only people that are going to want your OEM wheels will be people with lower end models.

However those people will be inclined to go to good ol' Tempe Tyres and get a whole full sik set with tyres for $1000-1500. Your OEM's wont be so attractive.

However the guy, gal, couple who decide to buy a nice clean second hand GTI in a few years will appreciate the brand new OEM wheels with new rubber.

[GTI2708]

Why are tempe tires so cheap?
are they fakes?

[GTI2708]

You know what...fair point...i think i will keep the OEM's.
Thanks for showing me some sense..lol
I'm just going crazy atm...to many options..i can;t think straight..haha

[elisiX]

Just need to take it easy. Enjoy the car for what it is for a while. :)

Tempe are fine - but they're cheap wheels and tyres.

I remember when a set of 16" 'rims' was about $4000. And they were **** then too.

$4k today buys you a fsking nice set of wheels.

[tinto]

http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79696

http://www.redline-motorworks.com/category_s/316.htm
I've bought from Redline before (A set of VMR v708 in Gunmetal). Great to deal with and shipping was just right.
If you want lightweight performance wheels, hard to look past the Neuspeed RS10 Forged 18s at $350 USD/wheel.

[schoona]

http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79696

http://www.redline-motorworks.com/category_s/316.htm
I've bought from Redline before (A set of VMR v708 in Gunmetal). Great to deal with and shipping was just right.
If you want lightweight performance wheels, hard to look past the Neuspeed RS10 Forged 18s at $350 USD/wheel.

Aussie Neuspeed contact
http://www.rennenhaus.com/

Pics:
http://www.rennenhaus.com/gallery/australian-tarmac-challenge-nsw/?Page=2

[GTI2708]

Yeh i think i'll just wait a few weeks more...save tht extra bit amd get what i want.
I'm thinkin the black eknei's and goodyears from tirerack will be what i end up getting.
Thanks for all the hep guys.
Great tips and real friendly people. Thanks VWwatercooled.

[schoona]

Yeh i think i'll just wait a few weeks more...save tht extra bit amd get what i want.
I'm thinkin the black eknei's and goodyears from tirerack will be what i end up getting.
Thanks for all the hep guys.
Great tips and real friendly people. Thanks VWwatercooled.

No problem mate. Makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside haha...
Good to do your research first, just be patient though.

I have my wheels, need to put away for adapters, then find suitable rubber to stretch on them, then wind the coils down, then get a wheel alignment and hope it all works.

Point being it's a science. Enjoy the car for what it is, then get onto your mods slowly. Prob best to dyno it once it's run in before you chip it, try and get an "accurate" measure of where and by how much you have improved too....

[GTI2708]

No problem mate. Makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside haha...
Good to do your research first, just be patient though.

I have my wheels, need to put away for adapters, then find suitable rubber to stretch on them, then wind the coils down, then get a wheel alignment and hope it all works.

Point being it's a science. Enjoy the car for what it is, then get onto your mods slowly. Prob best to dyno it once it's run in before you chip it, try and get an "accurate" measure of where and by how much you have improved too....

What car and wheels do you have?
And why do u need to do all tht work? or is tht just because you want to?

[schoona]

This might take oyur mind off your own for a while, help you relax :D lol

http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newforum/upload/showthread.php?t=27664

[GTI2708]

Haha nice.
Best of luck with the rest fo the work you need to do.

[xblode]

How do you feel ripped off if you spent less tahn 5k and they look "like" CH's ?

I didn't bother looking at purchasing overseas so for a bit more, I would have gone for originals. Those VMR wheels look great too! I'm not that fussed about it though.

With regards to selling original wheels, I've always kept them when buying aftermarket. When the time came to selling the car, it didn't make any difference in my experience. I've got the original 16" GTI rims from my MK4 in the garage. I'm gonna sell 'em in the new year, probably for not a lot. I sold my 17" MK6GTI wheels and Bridgestones for $900 and I consider it a bonus instead of them joining the other rims in the shed.

I've always optioned my cars up when buying and in the end get virtually nothing extra when selling. My MK4 was fully loaded and the responses I got from people were "yeah but there are 10 of them selling right now for less and I don't wanna pay for your leather and sunroof and....and....".

This time, I've gone POV PACK (lol!) just to see what'll happen in 3-5 years time.

:)

[elisiX]

I've always optioned my cars up when buying and in the end get virtually nothing extra when selling. My MK4 was fully loaded and the responses I got from people were "yeah but there are 10 of them selling right now for less and I don't wanna pay for your leather and sunroof and....and....".

That is true for the most part.

I guess it's about whether your in a position when selling to hold out for the right buyer who wants the full kit vs someone who doesn't care otherwise and just wants to pay as little as possible. Things like wheels can always be parted out, but options are never going to keep thier full value. Some options may make the car more desirable in amongst the 10 others.

[GTI2708]

Wow 900 dollars. That would be amazing if I could get that much for them. Did you sell on eBay? Or how?

[STV4SYT]

That is true for the most part.

I guess it's about whether your in a position when selling to hold out for the right buyer who wants the full kit vs someone who doesn't care otherwise and just wants to pay as little as possible. Things like wheels can always be parted out, but options are never going to keep thier full value. Some options may make the car more desirable in amongst the 10 others.


Sellers will always try that lark.

Ive had a few tyre kickers come to look at the GT, and one even had the cheek to say, well there is this one for sale for $28k. why is yours more???

maybe the fact that its bouncing of 60,000km and has no options on it would have something to do with it?

I only got for what i like to call essential options, red book only value the base spec cars and that is what everyone goes on when buying used.

At the end of the day a GTI can be optioned to close to $70k. thats a lot of money for a golf, and gets you into the territory of (IMO) a better class of car that would have a lot of those extras included in the price, and also hold resale a lot better.

Any modifications away from standard also tend to scare users off, big wheels and lowered suspension, chips etc just shout out that the car has had a hard life, as opposed to adding any value to it. Best to put back to stock to sell unless it is something really really special and you can find someone with exactly your taste in cars.

[elisiX]

Again I agree for the most part. Lets keep this on topic though. :)

Keep the stock wheels - it will give a better impression come resale time.

[GTI2708]

Ah i guess so....but i'm not all that phased when it comes to resale value because i'm going to give the car to my younger brother when i'm done with it...so it doesn't really affect me.
Have the guys from VMR got back to you about prices and how long until the bulk shipping is done?
Thanks

[jamwyn]

any updates on the VMR's?

ALL GREAT NEWS.

I've now asked this.


Quote:
That’s great news.

I noticed on MKV.com forums that you were doing an 18” set for $799 USD.

If they are going to be local, will they still be based off the USD? (hence my enquiry)

For example – I can buy a BBS wheel from tirerack for $300 USD per vs about $800 per AUD locally.

Cheers,
Jay

[elisiX]

Not yet - i've been watching the various forums but haven't seen a new MKVI offer on the VMR's.

[POLARBEAR666]

You can get OZ rims from tyrerack.com for about $300 each.
You can get enkei race rims for about $240 each.

Why get tempe crap when you can get super high quality gear that actually improves performance and looks better too!

I priced up 17x8 enkei rims with Hankook Rs3 ultra high performance summer tyres and it was about $1500 plus a bit of shipping.

[GTI2708]

I'm totally with polar bear.
When i finally decide on what i want i will buy off tirerack.
I'm just tossing up between these two. So hard to choose.

http://www.llantasracing.com/fotos/kit%20de%20llantas%20oz%20racing%20superturismo%20 gt%20negras%20letras%20rojas.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/attachmentphpattachmentid18868stc1d12373-1.jpg

Opinions? :confused::confused:

[Giallorosso]

I like the OZ, because I don't like the gloss finish of the Enkeis. But they both look great.

[Gav23]

These are the one of the only after market rims I've seen on a GTI that I actually like. For me, it would either be these or the 18" Detroits.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/01/011-2.jpg

[GTI2708]

They're very nice.
Do you know what they are?

[ffforever]

I wonder if they are the motorsport rims? Can anyone confirm?

[Gav23]

I'm not sure what they are, found them on a UK forum.

[MIRSAD]

Not motorsport rims ... not even something that You can find on this official VW Germany website:

http://www.volkswagen-zubehoer.de/shop/index.php?cat=c53_Leichtmetallfelgen.html

more locking as as Golf MK5 2l FSI standard rims in black

Here (VW Germany) there is few good locking packages - tyres & wheels ... but not sure is it possible to buy them here:

http://www.volkswagen-zubehoer.de/shop/index.php?cat=c54_Sommerkomplettraeder.html&page=2

[elisiX]

Latest on the VMR's..


Hi,

So I have ball park pricing for 19" V710s will be about $1100 AUD plus local shipping costs. We are finalizing the pricing, so I will get back to you with definite pricing.

Best Regards...Ty


For those coming late to the situation, these will be available locally and you wont have to import them.

The recent deal done for US peeps was $799 USD a set for 18's. So considering these are local, i'd say $1100 is a great deal.

[Mooksfu]

I believe the rims in question are VW racing UK rims

http://www.volkswagenracing.co.uk/Golf%206%20Pages/Golf%206%20Wheels%20Tyres.html

[Goldy]

These are the one of the only after market rims I've seen on a GTI that I actually like. For me, it would either be these or the 18" Detroits.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/01/011-2.jpg

+1 they're pharken tuff!

[Nath]

I believe the rims in question are VW racing UK rims

http://www.volkswagenracing.co.uk/Golf%206%20Pages/Golf%206%20Wheels%20Tyres.html

Good find there, nice wheels and 19" wow shame they didn't make more as the site says there is only one set left!

[Lorenz]

Saw this new wheel brand before and thought some of you MK6 guys who are looking for new wheels might be interested. Similar styling to the VMR's and well priced, plus they look the shiz and something different.

http://www.rotiform.com/wheels.html

Pretty good sizing (18s and 19s) and good offsets. Appears these have been aimed at new VW and Audi (and BMW) customers as they are all 5x112 and 5x120 (BMW fitment)

[MaccaTSI]

Latest on the VMR's..



For those coming late to the situation, these will be available locally and you wont have to import them.

The recent deal done for US peeps was $799 USD a set for 18's. So considering these are local, i'd say $1100 is a great deal.

Sounds good. Looking forward to see how much shipping will be. When I asked VMR about them a few months ago, shipped from America they would work out to be $1400AUD, but that doesn't include GST.

Guess I better start saving my pennies!! :D

Thanks for the updates elisiX

[elisiX]

It's local shipping mate. ie; The wheels will be $1100 AUD landed here in AU!

So depending on who will distribute them, itll be regular Sydney metro shipping for example. :D

[dave_r]

The recent deal done for US peeps was $799 USD a set for 18's. So considering these are local, i'd say $1100 is a great deal.

Good price for a nice looking set of wheels. Do you know what the weight diff is compared to say a stock 18" detroit wheel?

[elisiX]

That's something I have not looked at - but should :)

[MaccaTSI]

It's local shipping mate. ie; The wheels will be $1100 AUD landed here in AU!

So depending on who will distribute them, itll be regular Sydney metro shipping for example. :D

Good point, I still had international shipping rates in my head where weight effects the cost so much!! lol

[schoona]

Good price for a nice looking set of wheels. Do you know what the weight diff is compared to say a stock 18" detroit wheel?

Unless you are tracking it consistnetly, stripping weight and going comp suspension, dare I say it doesn't REALLY matter how heavy they are?

[elisiX]

Updating this thread with wheel discussion as it has the most information.

What is everyone's take on the Carbon Steel with Black wheels (and polished lip)?

I am looking at either the VMR710's mentioned extensively earlier, or the BBS CH-R.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/V710rear-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/12/V710_wm-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2010/01/3390305253_b261abefc8-1.jpg

Here's a Carbon Steel GTI on similar colored wheels.

http://www.invaderhouse.com/images/IMG_8945.JPG
http://www.invaderhouse.com/images/IMG_8921.JPG
http://www.invaderhouse.com/images/IMG_8958.JPG

And Black on VMR710's.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2009/10/loweredstockfront-1.jpg

What are your thoughts?

To be honest I think I like the contrasting VMR's. Black on a dark color might be too much. If the car was CW, i'd be 100% behind the BBS wheels.




.

[Nath]

I have to agree I think the black on black take away from what are nice bbs wheels and the he vmrs look pretty nice.

I have similar problems with mine, even though it will be a min of 6 mths till I get them dark or light wheels with the TR.... Seriously looking at some OZ wheels black with the red writing can't remember the model something or other GT.

Anyway go the VMRs they'll look sweet

[Corey_R]

I think black wheels really only look good on a very bright colour - white, yellow etc. However, I feel that black, whether on the wheels or on the car body, can 'hide detail', which is something I don't like.

Rather than straight black, I prefer 'diamond cut' or 'shadow chrome' or things like that. If if it has black spokes, then have a chrome rim, or body coloured rim etc.

On my Tornado Red MKV GTI, I had the Oettinger Type RE in 'charcol silver' and then tied the colour into the car by painting the area under the rear valance (between the quad exhaust pipes) in the same colour.

http://www.oettinger.de/img.php?id=39

I really like those VMR710's on the black MK6 :)

[elisiX]

Good thing the VMR's are half the price of the BBS CH-R then :D

[Brian]

Go the VMRs with your carbon steel, they just ROCK. :bowdown: I think the black wheels look better on lighter colors, which is why I'll be going black on my CW TSI :biggrin:

[team_v]

I think black wheels really only look good on a very bright colour - white, yellow etc. However, I feel that black, whether on the wheels or on the car body, can 'hide detail', which is something I don't like.

Rather than straight black, I prefer 'diamond cut' or 'shadow chrome' or things like that. If if it has black spokes, then have a chrome rim, or body coloured rim etc.


I agree completely.
You see it even more on the bodywork of a car.

Black hides the detail, hence why i will be going gunmetal v710's on my ride.

[Nath]

Yeah I agree, black can be a bad choice if you want to highlight the form of the wheel for sure.

I really like the shape of these (http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_garage/BigPic.jsp?wheelMake=O.Z.&wheelModel=Superturismo+GT&wheelFinish=Black+Painted) (cant post picks so link will work hopefully)

But I am dubious about the whole black on the Red background of the car body, would be interested in asking if I can get the lip painted red to match the car like in the APR Mk6, have to wait and see when I get around to the purchase, I think these would look fantastic with the red highlight on the car :banana:

Only time will tell.


I think black wheels really only look good on a very bright colour - white, yellow etc. However, I feel that black, whether on the wheels or on the car body, can 'hide detail', which is something I don't like.

Rather than straight black, I prefer 'diamond cut' or 'shadow chrome' or things like that. If if it has black spokes, then have a chrome rim, or body coloured rim etc.

On my Tornado Red MKV GTI, I had the Oettinger Type RE in 'charcol silver' and then tied the colour into the car by painting the area under the rear valance (between the quad exhaust pipes) in the same colour.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

I really like those VMR710's on the black MK6 :)

[elisiX]

I used the Conti's on my TT and they were great. I didn't know they had a poor reputation?

Any suggestions? If I plan to Stage II the GTI later on, I am going to need all the grip I can get.


Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetrcs are the way to go for quality tyres.

Conti's are known for their poor treadwear = less traction = need to buy new tyres more often.

Apologies for bumping an old thread but I just wanted to respond to the above now that I have my GTI. Funnily enough, it's fitted with Continental Sport Contact 2's.. :)

I tried searching for other threads on tyres for the GTI but couldnt find what I was looking for. So far (whilst its been mostly raining the past 2 weeks), i'm not over the moon, nor am I dissapointed with the CSC2 on the GTI. They're quiet and feel nice and planted in the wet, but in the dry they do not grip as well as i'd like. Having the car modified to Stage I or II is only going to put more pressure on them to perform.

Plans are to change my wheels still and most likely move to 19" which would mean new tyres aswell - and from what I can tell the Goodyear Asymetrical seem to be the tyre of choice lately.

[Corey_R]

Michelin now have the PS3's, and they also have their merrits, but I agree, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric still seems to be where it's at. Even if the PS3's are slightly better, the Goodyear is available much cheaper - especially when sourced from Tirerack.com

[Nath]

I thought about the F1s from tirerack but for the money in the end there wasn't much difference between local and import when gst and duty were added to the shipping and purchase price.
The local guys told me that the F1s were going out but not sure if they were spinning a story for a quick sale.
In the end i went for the PS3s from a local dealer and couldn't be happier. The wet stopping power is fantastic and actually after being behind an accident on Saturday morning they have paid for themselves. As far as the dry I have to say they are pretty good no feel of walking that some people complain about and they seem pretty grippy when needed. They are better I'd say than the RE050s that came with my GTI and cheaper than the 18s in the RE050s by $100 a corner.
Only done around 1,000km on them so wear and longevity I can't comment on.

[elisiX]

Nath did you source your MTM's locally?

And did you install new springs at all?

[GTi Crow]

Apologies for bumping an old thread but I just wanted to respond to the above now that I have my GTI. Funnily enough, it's fitted with Continental Sport Contact 2's.. :)

I tried searching for other threads on tyres for the GTI but couldnt find what I was looking for. So far (whilst its been mostly raining the past 2 weeks), i'm not over the moon, nor am I dissapointed with the CSC2 on the GTI. They're quiet and feel nice and planted in the wet, but in the dry they do not grip as well as i'd like. Having the car modified to Stage I or II is only going to put more pressure on them to perform.

Plans are to change my wheels still and most likely move to 19" which would mean new tyres aswell - and from what I can tell the Goodyear Asymetrical seem to be the tyre of choice lately.

I findi it interesting that you have CSC2's on a Mk6 GTI as I had them on my Mk5 GTI and when they were replaced in Sept 2008 CSC2's had been replaced by CSC3's. So does this mean that some Mk6 GTI's could be running around with old stock tyres. Not a real issue as I really liked both the CSC2's & CSC3's. :confused:

[Corey_R]

I thought about the F1s from tirerack but for the money in the end there wasn't much difference between local and import when gst and duty were added to the shipping and purchase price.
The local guys told me that the F1s were going out but not sure if they were spinning a story for a quick sale.
In the end i went for the PS3s from a local dealer and couldn't be happier. The wet stopping power is fantastic and actually after being behind an accident on Saturday morning they have paid for themselves. As far as the dry I have to say they are pretty good no feel of walking that some people complain about and they seem pretty grippy when needed. They are better I'd say than the RE050s that came with my GTI and cheaper than the 18s in the RE050s by $100 a corner.
Only done around 1,000km on them so wear and longevity I can't comment on.

Where did you source your PS3's locally, and how much were they?


I findi it interesting that you have CSC2's on a Mk6 GTI as I had them on my Mk5 GTI and when they were replaced in Sept 2008 CSC2's had been replaced by CSC3's. So does this mean that some Mk6 GTI's could be running around with old stock tyres. Not a real issue as I really liked both the CSC2's & CSC3's. :confused:

CSC3's did not replace the CSC2's....

[Nath]

Jay: yes sourced the MTMs through Tuning World the Aussie reps. I originally was just running stock suspension but recently bought 10ds old H&R Clubkit which dropped it about 10-15mm.

Coreying: sourced the PS3s through my local tyre place which recently became a part of the tyre power mob. Was quoted $500 for 18" F1s and paid $400 for the 18" PS3s (was quoted around $450 ea elsewhere)

[elisiX]

Quite like these wheels..

http://www.talebtyres.com.au/content/products/bg_tenspec_blk_mach_face.jpg

Yes they're cheap wheels from one of 'those' places but I like the look. 19x8.5 ET45