Thread: New wheels

So I have these 18 inch Baccarat Kologne wheels on my car

and I hate them. WAAAY too much bling for my taste. I have looked through pics of GTPs with custom wheels and I saw quite a few that I liked but I really don't know how to determine what size I need. I know that I want either 17 or 18 inch wheels but how do I figure out bolt pattern and offset? I saw some that said 5 X 115 bolt pattern and then I went to a place to order another set I liked and saw that the closest pattern was 5 X 114.3. Is this a "close enough" kind of thing or is there a specific pattern that I really should look for? I've never bought wheels before.

our bolt pattern is 5x115, 5x114.3 wheels fit, but are not correct. many, many people have run them without any issues for a very long time.

for offset, youre going to want to stay above +35mm to make sure you dont rub, but dont go too high (our stock offset is +52mm) or youll rub on the opposite side youre trying to avoid. the 'zen' offset for our cars is between +38mm and +42mm.

Originally Posted by cowgirldani

I would stick with 5x115... I've heard some people can run them, but others get extreme vibration over 50 and it isnt good for your car. Just stick with what its supposed to have

prove it.

Originally Posted by Bio248

our bolt pattern is 5x115, 5x114.3 wheels fit, but are not correct. many, many people have run them without any issues for a very long time.

for offset, youre going to want to stay above +35mm to make sure you dont rub, but dont go too high (our stock offset is +52mm) or youll rub on the opposite side youre trying to avoid. the 'zen' offset for our cars is between +38mm and +42mm.

I agree 5x114.3 wheels fit just fine, I had a set on my old gtp, and never once had a problem. It just broadens your wheel search by being able to use these size wheels.

Glad you are switching out those wheels. They are a bit much for me too.

TSW & Enkei make some nice wheels.

If your looking for suggestions i like these.



Also give tire rack a looksie. They have pretty good rates on wheels.

Here's a link to their wheels.
Wheels by brand at Tire Rack

should you get hubcentric rings? or just forget about it?

Originally Posted by vailskier3

should you get hubcentric rings? or just forget about it?

i wouldnt even waste time looking for them unless your wheels gave you problems when you put them on.