Question about VW Golf Sportline alloys

Mike Litoris · 26-01-2010 07:44PM #1

A friend asked me to post this question about some alloys he bought for his 04 Baseline Golf.

He bought a set of VW 16" Sportline alloys and put them on the car. He's worried keeping them might damage the car as the ride is a bit harder than with the old 15" wheels.

Any views on this??

mickdw · 26-01-2010 08:22PM

In my opinion, as long as you dont go bigger than the biggest size offered by the manufacturer on the higher spec models, everything will be ok. I would be wary of too much extra weight though so dont use really cheap heavy wheels.

bazz26 · 26-01-2010 09:39PM

The 16" alloys on the Sportline also come with lower profile tyres meaning they have a lower side wall than the standard 15" tyres. This would impact the car's ride.

FGR · 26-01-2010 09:49PM

When I ordered my 07 Comfortline Golf I requested 16" alloys at the last minute. So last-minute that they were fitted at the dealership.

I asked the same question regarding ride comfort - only to be told that VW only alter the suspension/absorber setup if you go for 17" or more. I later checked this up on the website to see that it's a mandatory upgrade if you order 17" or more alloys from factory.

So your friend is safe.

-Chris- · 26-01-2010 11:43PM

Definitely not an issue, tell them not to worry about it.

Question about VW Golf Sportline alloys

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