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Is it just me, but do RS6 wheels stand out too much on regular C5??

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Old 04-12-2008, 09:30 PM
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Default Is it just me, but do RS6 wheels stand out too much on regular C5??

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So i really want to buy some new rims and tires, and always have as top choice #1 OEM. I've always loved the RS6 and the A4 132 sport wheels, but check the picture. Don't the rs6 look like way too big and agressive? They are 19 inches, to me its like the regular fenders dont help...

The A4 wheels are cool but shrink the car a little visually.. i dont know im so confused on what to get?? lol

People Post pictures of your wheels!! OEM please!
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PEOPLE!! SHOW ME WHEELS, rims...
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Why not considrer both styles in 18 inch rather than 19?
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Default IMO - they look just fine.

I'd hit it.
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i would go with the 18" RS6 wheels
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i'm looking to get a set of these in 19s for me. these look great
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Default OEM RS6 wheels are 18 x 8.5" ET30, the 30 offset fills the wheelwell better than many 35 offset...

wheels. Also, personally, 19" reproductions are very heavy and make your OEM brakes look mini compared to the wheel. IMHO if you go 19's upgrade brakes, 18" x 8.5" 30 offset is perfect and gives a better stance...that is why it is 18" on OEM RS6, not 19's.
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only on a 4.2 with flares, not on a 2.7
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Default Re: PEOPLE!! SHOW ME WHEELS, rims...

I had to go with ET45 to clear HP2 calipers. Pics soon.

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I think it looks great. Though you're right, they would be better on a car with flares ; )


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