Re: 4x108 ET45 Audi OEM Wheels

[Erik R Addy <erik@aero.und.edu>]

A v G wrote:
> 
> I have been considering getting Borbet Type T 16x7.5" w/ Toyo F24 205/45ZR
> for my '88 80 for some time, but as I get more involved in the car I would
> like now to stick with something Audi.  I would like to find a 4x108 ET45
> 15" or larger Audi OEM alloy that would look nice on my 80.  I know of the
> BBS 14" wheels, 15" 10 Spoke 90 style wheels, and that's about it in my
> knowledge bank.  Any other wheels that might meet my needs that have been
> on any Audis over the years that you all know of?
> 
Speedline wheels were standard equipment on the 90 Coupe quattro and
optional on the 90 20 Valve quattro.  15x7 and I believe 3 pc and
forged.
The coupe version was around ET37 and the sedan was ET45.  They come up
on
the used market now and then, but you should be aware that there were
some
finish problems causing some sort of spotting on the wheels over time.

I assume the ET45 wheels are less common, due to the optional nature, 
however, ET37 wheels with 205/50-15 should fit your car without rubbing
unless it
is lowered quite a bit.  A 225 series tire would require the ET45, but I 
probably wouldn't go that big without a turbo motor conversion.

Good luck,
Erik