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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: Jimp on 09 September 2008, 18:03

Title: R8 alloys?
Post by: Jimp on 09 September 2008, 18:03
I've read elsewhere that R8 alloys on a mk5 gets a lot of hate for some reason. Is this true? I've been tempted by this 18" set of replicas:
(http://www.alloy-wheels.ie/images/r818.jpg)
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Peskarik on 09 September 2008, 18:05
I've read elsewhere that R8 alloys on a mk5 gets a lot of hate for some reason. Is this true? I've been tempted by this 18" set of replicas:
(http://www.alloy-wheels.ie/images/r818.jpg)

then definitely get them and stick it to the haters!
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Teutonic_Tamer on 09 September 2008, 18:52
I've read elsewhere that R8 alloys on a mk5 gets a lot of hate for some reason. Is this true? I've been tempted by this 18" set of replicas:
(http://www.alloy-wheels.ie/images/r818.jpg)

then definitely get them and stick it to the haters!

Naughty Pesky!  :laugh:
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Manu_R32 on 09 September 2008, 20:22
For some reason iv always liked the R8 alloys and would really like a set for my R32...a photoshop i did before i even got my .:R32... :smiley:

(http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l304/clio_gib/R32Red.jpg)
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: markymark on 09 September 2008, 20:31
Ive seen a nice set of Black with a red lip in the R8 style, was very tempted.
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: WhiteGTI on 09 September 2008, 20:40
I rate them a lot. I think that normally only multi-spoke wheel designs suit the MK5, but I think these are the only exception. Having said that, if I were to buy some wheels I would save up and it would be BBS CH's 19" without a doubt.
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: berto on 09 September 2008, 21:53
oi loikes em!

(http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p147/bertos4/IMG_0085.jpg) :laugh:
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Cass on 09 September 2008, 21:57
Yeah quality - they'll always look aftermarket but anything from the VAG stable is acceptable IMHO.

Cass
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: 08micsta on 10 September 2008, 08:27
They look great...
 
But I think they need to be darker. They are too silver. Perhaps a more carbon colour like the colour Blue182 sprayed his ST rims in. That would be HOTT.

Mike
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: lsc on 10 September 2008, 12:19
heres the black ones I posted on Hurdy's thread a few weeks back:

(http://img382.imageshack.us/img382/4274/audiprestigeantwerpblacpi7.jpg)

Stunning!

available from here

http://swtyres.co.uk/wheels/search/brand:audi_prestige/
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Hurdy on 10 September 2008, 12:52
heres the black ones I posted on Hurdy's thread a few weeks back:

(http://img382.imageshack.us/img382/4274/audiprestigeantwerpblacpi7.jpg)

Stunning!

available from here

http://swtyres.co.uk/wheels/search/brand:audi_prestige/
I'm still tempted by those :drool:
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Wh|t3R@bb|t on 10 September 2008, 12:59
heres the black ones I posted on Hurdy's thread a few weeks back:

(http://img382.imageshack.us/img382/4274/audiprestigeantwerpblacpi7.jpg)

Stunning!

available from here

http://swtyres.co.uk/wheels/search/brand:audi_prestige/
I'm still tempted by those :drool:

They are lovely...can anyone do a photoshop on a black 3 door GTi with them....hmmmmmm
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: markymark on 10 September 2008, 13:18
Yeah those are the Black R8's ive been man messing over too!!!! Lovely looking wheel! :cool:
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: 08micsta on 10 September 2008, 13:20
Marky Mark...

Your sig is absolutely terrible and hilarious at the same time  :grin:
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: markymark on 10 September 2008, 13:23
Marky Mark...

Your sig is absolutely terrible and hilarious at the same time  :grin:
Gotta love it! I defy anyone not to laugh at it!!!!!
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: wellzee on 10 September 2008, 14:47
Wow i love those black rims. Think they would look amazing on a black gti, especially with the red rim. Anyone know the price on these? couldnt see one on that site?
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: markymark on 10 September 2008, 15:00
Wow i love those black rims. Think they would look amazing on a black gti, especially with the red rim. Anyone know the price on these? couldnt see one on that site?
Im trying to find out!
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: lsc on 10 September 2008, 15:02
Even though they look stunning I would do some serious research into them before buying, i.e. How strong are they? How are they cast? Quality of the alloy used etc. Especially when they are 19" because if they are cr@p construction (soft alloy) they will buckle in no time.
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Greenouse on 10 September 2008, 15:04
heres the black ones I posted on Hurdy's thread a few weeks back:

(http://img382.imageshack.us/img382/4274/audiprestigeantwerpblacpi7.jpg)

Stunning!

available from here

http://swtyres.co.uk/wheels/search/brand:audi_prestige/
I'm still tempted by those :drool:

They are lovely...can anyone do a photoshop on a black 3 door GTi with them....hmmmmmm

 :shocked: :shocked: What a fantastic combination of colours  :wink:

Mark, change your f**kin sig mate, Im getting some very strange looks in the office every time I pi** myself!!
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: 08micsta on 10 September 2008, 15:10
Quote
Mark, change your f**kin sig mate, Im getting some very strange looks in the office every time I pi** myself!!

So im not the only one!! :laugh:
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: markymark on 10 September 2008, 15:18
heres the black ones I posted on Hurdy's thread a few weeks back:

(http://img382.imageshack.us/img382/4274/audiprestigeantwerpblacpi7.jpg)

Stunning!

available from here

http://swtyres.co.uk/wheels/search/brand:audi_prestige/
I'm still tempted by those :drool:

They are lovely...can anyone do a photoshop on a black 3 door GTi with them....hmmmmmm

 :shocked: :shocked: What a fantastic combination of colours  :wink:

Mark, change your f**kin sig mate, Im getting some very strange looks in the office every time I pi** myself!!
Just for that its staying now!
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: markymark on 10 September 2008, 15:57
Found a set on ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/19-R8-Blk-Alloy-wheels-tyre-Golf-mk5-Audi-TT-Leon-Eos_W0QQitemZ260284981968QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item260284981968&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

Not sure if they are the correct fitment
Title: Re: R8 alloys?
Post by: Greenouse on 10 September 2008, 16:02
Found a set on ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/19-R8-Blk-Alloy-wheels-tyre-Golf-mk5-Audi-TT-Leon-Eos_W0QQitemZ260284981968QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item260284981968&_trkparms=72%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

Not sure if they are the correct fitment

'but it now' 'but it now' 'buy it now'  :grin: