Best Replica Winter Wheels

[UWbadger91]

Hi everyone...I have a 2016 S3 and was planning on using a winter setup off my GLI (17" TSW Vortex/Michelin X-ice Xi3), but after installing everything I don't like how it looks. I'm now in the market for some 18 inch Audi rotor wheel replicas. The choices I've found are listed below. I feel like the Hartmann would be the best, but is it worth paying twice the money for winter wheels?

Alzor - $499
Andros (Tire Rack) - $620
Hartmann - $1,160

As for tires, this time around I think I'm going to run Blizzak WS80s as they should have better deep snow traction in comparison to the Michelins. Any thoughts? Thanks!

P.S. This is my current setup




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[bakedcorn]

I'd opt for a set of Replika rims.

A number of members here have those rims and they are really good-value.

They are based out of Canada which means another bonus given the US to CAD


https://www.replika.ca/

Happy hunting.


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[UWbadger91]

I'd opt for a set of Replika rims.

A number of members here have those rims and they are really good-value.

They are based out of Canada which means another bonus given the US to CAD


https://www.replika.ca/

Happy hunting.


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Thanks! I'll have to see if anyone can get them in the US


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[bakedcorn]

Thanks! I'll have to see if anyone can get them in the US


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If I'm not mistaken tirerack may have them

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[UWbadger91]

Would those be better than Hartmann? I was between Alzor or Hartmann due to availability. I believe Hartmann runs sales where you can get them for $216 per wheel but then I think is it really worth that for winter wheels.


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[bakedcorn]

Would those be better than Hartmann? I was between Alzor or Hartmann due to availability. I believe Hartmann runs sales where you can get them for $216 per wheel but then I think is it really worth that for winter wheels.


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I cheaped out for winters, I went with the 17 inch rims and Kumho W1s all in and out the door just over 1500. As for Hartmann I can't say as I'm not familiar with them - sorry.

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[UWbadger91]

I might just go with the tire rack stuff since I can have them mount and balance for free. It's not worth paying so much for Hartmann in my opinion


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[soulflyer]

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...1#post10919250

[UWbadger91]

Just received my Alzor's today. They seem to be on par with the TSW or Momo wheels I've run in the past.




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[Mops@Nemesis]

VMR is offering some killer winter deals. If they have anything you guys like, I'm happy to work them for a great discount.

[MrTylerRaines]

Alzors. Especially if its for winter. I cant see why anyone would spend a grand on winter wheels with potholes and what not (if you live up north like I do)


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[UWbadger91]

I appreciate the replies! Got the wheels, just need to decide on what snow tires now.


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[Josh.D]

VMR is offering some killer winter deals. If they have anything you guys like, I'm happy to work them for a great discount.

What sort of deals can you get on VMR?

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[Mops@Nemesis]

Depending on the wheel, around $650 for 18" and $750 for 19". I can hit VMR and see what in-stock wheels they can discount heavily if you like. I know of....


V705
18x9.5 ET45 5x112 66.6 - Matte Black, Hyper Silver or Gunmetal - Around $625
19x9.5 ET45 5x112 66.6 - Hyper Silver - Around $750
19x8.5 ET35 5x112 66.6 - Matte black - Around $725

[Silverbane]

I think my brand is ARA? It is basically a VMR knockoff (Which is a knockoff itself?)