Alloy advice

Soups123

Hi all

I haven't a clue about cars and I'll prove it with my question!

I just bought a 2005 vw golf , 1.6 basic model I need to pick up some alloys but I can't find online what fit I need.

I think it's 5 x 100 or 5 x 112 but getting mixed messages when I look it up. Maybe it's both?

I also need to know what size I can go to 16, 17 or 18 inch.

Thanks and sorry for such a basic question.

Soups

Noccy_Mondy

Do you want the original vw alloys or aftermarket ones?

Soups123

Noccy_Mondy wrote: »

Do you want the original vw alloys or aftermarket ones?

Ideally original VW alloys new or second hand

By aftermarket of you mean replica?

Noccy_Mondy

Soups123 wrote: »

Ideally original VW alloys new or second hand

By aftermarket of you mean replica?

Ya, well any alloy that will fit the wheel hub.

I'm nearly positive that these are the original alloys on the Mk5 golf.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-VW-Golf-Match-Plus-Mk5-6-15-Alloy-Wheel-1K0601025A-Touran-Jetta-Spare-/351009334714
15". I know there's only one, but it gives you an idea.

Soups123

Cheers was hoping something like these

http://adverts.ie/4786468

Or these would work?

http://cars.donedeal.ie/view/6581959
4 RS6 17" ALLOYS

Is it a case of trying to fit them to be sure?

Noccy_Mondy

Soups123 wrote: »

Cheers was hoping something like these

http://adverts.ie/4786468

Or these would work?

http://cars.donedeal.ie/view/6581959
4 RS6 17" ALLOYS

Is it a case of trying to fit them to be sure?

I'd be thinking they should fit ok, with them both being vw alloys. Someone else here will know for sure!

MuppetCheck

Noccy_Mondy wrote: »

I'd be thinking they should fit ok, with them both being vw alloys. Someone else here will know for sure!

The first ones won't fit and the second ones do not state the fitment.

OP your car is 5x112 and not 5x100 assuming it's the Mark 5.

Soups123

MuppetCheck wrote: »

The first ones won't fit and the second ones do not state the fitment.

OP your car is 5x112 and not 5x100 assuming it's the Mark 5.

Thanks MC

How do I find out for sure it's a mark 5? Picture below. A few people I asked said I should be 5x100 but not sure how much they know

IMG_3481.jpg

Assuming its a mk 5 and 5 x 112 is right something like these will work?

http://adverts.ie/5016146
http://adverts.ie/5018285

Soups123

With picture!

colm_mcm

That's def a mk5 Golf.

Soups123

colm_mcm wrote: »

That's def a mk5 Golf.

Excellent so the two examples of alloys I attached are spot on 5x112?

Last question what inch can I go up to 17 or 18?

Thanks a million I've been reading online since Monday I should have known to just ask here!

MuppetCheck

5x112 so.

The gearboxes can be a bit soft on these cars so I wouldn't go mad on the size. 16s would be enough to fill the arches, and try and get something that was available for the golf as it will look better.

These really suit the Mark 5:
http://cars.donedeal.ie/alloyswheels-for-sale/volkswagen-sportline-16-alloys/6240185

Soups123

Thanks a mill, huge help

Soups123

OSI wrote: »

Please don't put GTI alloys on a 1.6

Just looking for something simple theres hudcaps on it now

tossy

I agree, not with standing the fact the are a wheel that only look good on one car the are also 18" and your car will look like a Touareg unless you lower it.

If it was me i'd go for these in 17's i think the are one of the nicest looking OEM wheels out there. (that's presuming the wheels he is selling are genuine)

http://cars.donedeal.ie/alloyswheels-for-sale/new-16-17-18-vw-gtd-alloys-and-tyres/3993624

I would avoid reps at all costs.

Soups123

So are you guys saying stay away from the type MC linked ? The 16' alloys?

Could you link a couple you would suggest. I'm a complete novice and just want something that compliments the car

Tea 1000

tossy wrote: »

I agree, not with standing the fact the are a wheel that only look good on one car the are also 18" and your car will look like a Touareg unless you lower it.

If it was me i'd go for these in 17's i think the are one of the nicest looking OEM wheels out there. (that's presuming the wheels he is selling are genuine)

http://cars.donedeal.ie/alloyswheels-for-sale/new-16-17-18-vw-gtd-alloys-and-tyres/3993624

I would avoid reps at all costs.

I'd agree that those alloys are the nicest, but €2,700 for a set of wheels?

tossy

Tea 1000 wrote: »

I'd agree that those alloys are the nicest, but €2,700 for a set of wheels?

680 euro for 17's

EDIT: i see he has 5x100 listed as a fitment so are probably reps