Wheel Buyers Guide - Modified Magazine

Volk Racing
ZE40

Utilizing Rays Engineering's monoblock forged construction, the all-new ZE40 from Volk Racing features a clean 10-spoke design and is available in an 18-inch diameter; bolt patterns of 5?100, 5?112, 5?114.3, and 5?120; and widths from 8.5 inches to 12.0 inches. Finishes available are Bronze or Matte-Blue Gunmetal.

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Enkei
RS05RR

Designed to communicate Enkei's racing spirit, the lightweight RS05RR is made using Enkei's MAT-DURA flow-forming method. Available in sizes ranging from 18x8.5 inches to 18x11 inches with three different concave face designs, it can be ordered in either Silver or Matte Gunmetal finishes.

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SSR
GTV01

SSR has just announced the new GTV01. Manufactured with Flow Forming and Mist Cooling technology, this one-piece wheel combines strength, lightness, and a classic five-spoke style into an affordable package. Available in 15- to 19-inch diameters and 4.5- to 10.5-inch widths, standard colors are Phantom Silver and Flat Black.

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TSW
Rouen

New for 2014, the TSW Rouen is a multi-piece wheel featuring a classic split six-spoke design. It is available in sizes ranging from 18x8 inches to 22x11 inches and 5x100, 5x108, 5x112, 5x114.3, and 5x120 bolt patterns. Finish choices include Silver with Brushed Face and Chrome Stainless Lip or Matte Black.

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HRE
Series P1

Inspired by its best-selling three-piece Series S1 line, HRE has now launched a forged monoblock interpretation of these three designs to create the Series P1. Debuting three new models, including the 5-spoke mesh P101 (pictured), the V-5 spoke P104 and the split 5-spoke P107, Series P1 wheels are available in diameters ranging from 19 inches to 22 inches and widths from 8.5 inches to 13 inches. Each wheel is built to order, and there are nearly infinite fitment, color, and finish options available.

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Work
Meister M1 3P

Work's M1 3P is part of the company's ever-popular Meister series of wheels. It's available in a 18-inch diameter and widths ranging from 8 inches to 16 inches and standard bolt patterns including 5x114.3 and 5x130-but custom bolt patterns from 5x100 to 5x120.65 are also available. This is a true custom wheel, so offset is determined by the customer's needs. Available finishes include Matte Gunmetal, Silver, and Black. Custom finishes are also available.

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Konig
Integram

These flow-formed wheels from Konig are available in sizes ranging from 17x8 inches to 19x9.5 inches and offsets ranging from +25 mm to +45 mm. Finishes include Matte Black and Matte Grey

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Gram Lights
57C6

Just announced is the development of the Gram Lights 57C6 from Rays Engineering, a high-performance mold-formed wheel with the most aggressive concave face in the Gram Lights lineup. Available in sizes from 18x7.5 inches to 18x9.5 inches and in 5x114.3 and 5x100 bolt patterns, the 57C6 is targeted squarely at the rear-wheel-drive sports car revival we've seen with the FR-S/BRZ, S2000, and even the popular S- and Z-chassis Nissans. Finishes available include Gloss Black, Matte Graphite with side-cut machining, Luminous Pink, and Velvet Marine.

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O.Z. Racing
Leggera HLT

A new arrival at the Tire Rack is O.Z. Racing's Leggera HLT, a lightweight wheel constructed using flow forming and O.Z.'s HLT process for a dramatic reduction in weight while enhancing structural rigidity. It's available in most offsets, and sizes range from 18x8 inches to 20x9 inches. Only available in Bright Racing Grey finish.

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WedsSport
SA-67R

New from WedsSport is the limited-edition SA-67R finished in Circuit Black. It is only available in 18x9 inches +36 5x100, as it's made specifically for the FR-S/BRZ.

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Speedline
Mamora

New from Speedline is the Mamora, available in bolt patterns from 4x98 to 5x120 and sizes from 15x6.5 inches to 20x9.5 inches. Finishes include Anthracite, Rally White, and Anthracite with Silverish-Chrome.

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NS Wheels
NS Mesh

NS series wheels are a vintage aluminum wheel line geared toward the tuner vehicle market and are designed to meet or exceed American SAE and Japanese VIA standards. The NS Mesh is available in 17- to 19-inch diameters with high to mid offsets and can be ordered with a Machined Face with Black Windows (as pictured) or in a Machined Gold with Black Windows finish. Available in bolt patterns from 5x100 to 5x120.

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Livery Wheel
Proto Race

Inspired by iconic endurance racers, the Livery Proto is as much at home on the street as it is on the track. Using forged three-piece construction, these wheels are built to order in diameters from 15 inches to 19 inches with any offset, bolt pattern, and center bore desired. Includes standard finish, ARP hardware, polished lips, black powdercoated barrels, and center caps. Designed and manufactured in the USA.

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Advanti Racing
Storm S1

This flow-formed wheel comes in a 4x100 or 5x100 bolt pattern and 15x7-, 15x8-, and 15x9-inch sizes. At just 12 pounds in the 15x8-inch size, it's also designed to keep rotating and unsprung mass to a minimum. Matte Grey or Matte Black finishes are standard.

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Volk Racing
TE37 Ultra

Exclusively available in a 20-inch diameter (presumably with the Nissan GT-R in mind), Volk Racing's new TE37 Ultra adds detail and fresh finishes to its timeless 6-spoke design. Available in either Bronze or Matte Blue Gunmetal finishes, this lightweight, forged monoblock wheel remains one of our all-time favorites.

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Fatlace + AME
F/Zero1

Automotive design house Fatlace has joined forces with Japanese wheel manufacturer AME Wheels to produce these classic sports wheels designed with modern, aggressive fitment in mind. They're exclusively sold in a 15x8.5-inch size, 4x100 pattern (for classic Japanese vehicles) and either +15 or +25 offset. Finish options include Nickel (as pictured) or Granite.

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Enkei
TSP6

Using its own split 6-spoke designs as inspiration, Enkei has modernized the concept with the aggressively styled spokes and added concave profiles to the new TSP6. Built using Enkei's original MAT technology to achieve strength and light weight, the TSP6 is available in 17- and 18-inch diameters and Gunmetal or Hyper Silver finishes.

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Yokohama
Advan Racing AVS F15

The forged monoblock AVS F15 wheel from Advan Racing is available in diameters from 18 to 21 inches and offsets ideal for larger Japanese, European, and domestic high-performance cars. Finishes available include Platinum Silver, Platinum Black, and Matte Black.

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TSW
Amaroo

New from TSW for 2014 is the multi-piece Amaroo, available in sizes from 18x8 inches to 20x10.5 inches and in bolt patterns from 5x100 to 5x120. Finishes include Silver with Brushed Face and Chrome Stainless Lip or Matte Black.

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HRE
FlowForm Series

Known best for its custom forged wheels, HRE is now introducing a more affordable FlowForm line of wheels. The new line is created using a high-tech, low-pressure, cast, flow-forming process and is available in 19- and 20-inch diameters and in either Gloss Silver or Stain Black. The first FlowForm wheel features a design inspired by the latest P40SC in ready-to-mount sizes for specific makes and models. Engineered and tested to the same standards as HRE's forged products, the FlowForm Series will carry TUV certification for sale in Europe and JWL/VIA certification for sale in Japan.

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Work
Emotion D9R

The Emotion D9Rs are part of Work's range of high-quality, one-piece wheels and are available in 17- to 19-inch diameters and 7- to 10.5-inch widths. Standard bolt patterns are 4x100, 5x100, and 5x114.3, but custom bolt patterns and offsets are available. Finishes available are Matte Bronze, Black, White, and Glim Silver Rim Cut.

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Konig
Oversteer

Konig's Oversteer is available in sizes ranging from 16x7.5 to 19x.9.5 inches and offsets from 22 mm to 45 mm. Finishes available are Gloss Black, Opal, and Gloss White.

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Work
VS-XX Step Rim

Work's classic VS-XX is available with a Step Rim in either 19- or 20-inch diameters and in widths from 7.5 through 12.5 inches. Standard bolt patterns are 5x100 and 5x114.3, but custom bolt patterns and offsets are available. Standard colors are Burning Silver or Gold, but custom finishes are also available.

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Kosei
K6R

A new arrival at the Tire Rack is Kosei's K6R, a clean and simple 6-spoke design available in 15- and 17-inch diameters and in a Light Grey Painted finish.

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WedsSport
SA-15R

The recently released WedsSport SA-15R features a 15-spoke fin-type design incorporating some of the latest design trends, including a super-deep concave face. Utilizing Weds' AMF (Advance Metal Forming) technology, the SA-15R is lightweight and strong. Available in 15- to 19-inch diameters and bolt patterns from 4x100 to 5x114.3. Finishes offered are Gunmetallic Black and Blue Light Chrome.

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Fifteen52
Formula

This is fifteen52's take on the modern motorsport mesh design, but in a welded, forged, two-piece format. Available in 15- to 18-inch and 20-inch diameters and virtually any width, offset, bolt pattern, and finish.

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Advanti Racing
Deriva

Advanti Racing's Deriva is a lightweight, flow-formed wheel available in 18x9.5- and 18x10.5-inch sizes in a 5x114.3 bolt pattern. With offsets of 15 to 25 mm and excellent clearance for big brakes, the Deriva is clearly designed with rear-wheel-drive, high-performance Japanese cars in mind. Finishes available are Gloss Black or Gloss Red.

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Volk Racing
TE37RT

The Rigid Tune (RT) model of Volk Racing's TE37 is available exclusively in a Burning Red finish in either 17-inch or 18-inch diameters and 5x100, 5x114.3, and 5x130 bolt patterns. These forged one-piece wheels are the same weight as the TE37SL with 4 to 6 percent more strength to its inner rim, thus the RT moniker. These also feature a machined Volk Racing Original logo and a machined rim edge.

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TSW
Parabolica

A new addition to TSW's wheel collection, the Parabolica is manufactured using a highly advanced production technique called rotary forging in which the rim is forged at high pressure while the wheel is spun at high speed. This produces a stronger and lighter wheel than a regular casting process. It's available in sizes ranging from 18x8 to 20x10.5 inches and in bolt patterns including 5x100, 5x112, 5x114.3, and 5x120. Finishes are either Silver with Mirror Cut Face or Matte Black with Matte Machine Face.

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Sparco
Terra

Sparco Wheels available at the Tire Rack include the Terra, a one-piece, gravity-cast wheel with an 11-spoke rally-style design. It's available in a White Painted finish in either 16- or 17-inch diameters; the snap-in center caps are included.

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Enkei
T6S

The T6S is built using Enkei's original MAT technology to achieve strength and light weight, while its design borrows its spoke profile from the highly successful Kojin but adds a sixth spoke to achieve an aggressive yet subtle appearance. The T6S comes standard with Enkei's signature flat center cap and is available in 17- and 18-inch diameters.

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Gram Lights
57Xtreme Velvet

The 57Xtreme wheel from Gram Lights is now offered in Velvet Marine and Velvet Carmine finishes on a modern, concave design with split 6-spoke face for higher strength and lighter weight. The 57Xtreme is available in wheel sizes ranging from 16- to 19-inch diameters and 4x100, 5x100, and 5x114.3 bolt patterns.

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Gram Lights
57FXX

Utilizing Rays Engineering's Cast Flow Forming (RCF), the 57FXX barrel is spin-formed, just as the forged Volk Racing wheels are. This ensures the 57FXX has a stronger barrel by creating a controlled metal flow in the casting and increases the density of the metal flow lines. The 57FXX also reduces weight by implementing CNC machining on the wheel spokes, with machined cutouts around the lug nut holes and hub-mounting pad. Available in 18- to 20-inch diameters; finishes include Sunlight Silver and Black with Machining.

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AME
TM02

AME's TM02 is widely known for its relationship with the '10 and '11 World Time Attack Champion, Cyber EVO, piloted by Tarzan Yamada. The TM02 has been designed for optimal rigidity and strength for the most extreme road racing conditions. It's available in 18- and 19-inch diameters and 9- to 11-inch widths, a 5x114.3 bolt pattern, and offsets of +10, +15 or +22. Finishes available are Hypersilver, Gunmetal, Gold, Gloss Black, or Pure White.

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Fifteen52
Tarmac

The iconic 5-spoke motorsport wheel design is modernized with a completely flat face. Made famous by its use in Ken Block's Gymkhana video series, the cast-aluminum Tarmac is available in 17- and 18-inch diameters, any four- or five-bolt pattern, and any offset between ET0 and ET50. Available finishes are Brilliant Silver, Gloss White, or custom.

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Rotiform
LHR

Rotiform's LHR is a forged three-piece wheel with a stepped lip, constructed from 6061 T6 aluminum alloy and made in the USA. This retro motorsports design is available in diameters from 17 to 24 inches and in any width, offset, bolt pattern, and finish the customer desires.

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SSR
GTV02

SSR has unveiled a new one-piece wheel: the lightweight GTV02. This thin, 10-spoke design is manufactured using flow-forming technology for strength and light weight while keeping the wheel affordable. It is available in 15- to 19-inch diameters, 4.5- to 10.5-inch widths, and in Phantom Silver or Flat Black finishes.

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Rage
R5

Available from Discount Tire is the Rage R5, a clean and simple five-spoke design in 14x6, 15x7, 16x7 inches, and 17x7 inches in a +40mm offset. Available bolt patterns are 4x100, 4x114.3, 5x100, 5x110, 5x114.3, and 5x115, with Matte Black and Silver finishes to choose from.

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ssr
GTV03

SSR has just released the bold and aggressively styled GTV03, a one-piece "hyper-mesh" split five-spoke wheel available in 17" to 19" diameters and 7- to 10.5'-inch widths. It is manufactured using flow-forming technology, and weight is kept to a minimum without sacrificing durability or rigidity. Available finishes are Phantom Silver or Flat Black.

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Rage
R10

Available from Discount Tire is the Rage R10, a 10-spoke design that's available in 15x7-, 16x7-, and 17x8-inch sizes in a +40mm offset. Available bolt patterns are 4x100, 4x114.3, 5x100, 5x110, 5x114.3, and 5x115, with Matte Black or Silver finishes.

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