Which Alloys Fit

[Jordan-]

I posted a thread yesterday on the introduction page and realised im getting no replies
Soo. Im getting my first car tomorrow, gonna be the proud owner of a Extreme Blue 1.2 Seat Ibiza MK4 - 2002, downside is its got steel wheels
Ive read threads on here before + all you all seem to know your stuff so i was wondering what alloys can i buy that will fit directly onto my new car without catching wheels arches etc,
Ive got a lost of things i want to do to my car, but alloys are priority at the moment!!
also if someone could pleeease explain how on earth i put pictures up i'd really appreciate it + could show you the new whip

Many thanks

Jordan-

 

[Earthling]

I hope you didn't pay more than £500 for the car.

 

[Jordan-]

Thanks for replying and whys that?

 

[Earthling]

Thanks for replying

Thanks for your thanks.

and whys[sic] that?

Because a decent set of alloys and tyres are probably worth more than the car.
I suggest saving your money for the inevitable repairs, unless you're rich, in which case you wouldn't have bought a 2002 Ibiza 1200.

 

[Jordan-]

Well after getting a valuation i realised i payed more for the car than its worth but its too little too late i guess, BUT i do have some money to buy myself some alloys and cover any needed repairs. Not that im rich, just been saving for about 6 months
So have you any idea what alloys i can buy that will fit onto my car? Honestly im very grateful for your reply!!

 

[cupra.al]

dont listen to him he gives a lot of unhelpful info its all in jest though i believe.
the alloys you need or the spec of the alloys you need is 5x100 upto 17" and about et 40 i think.
most vag alloys will fit if they are 5x100.
in fact save me explaining any more read this http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=148830

 

[Jordan-]

Thanks dude truly what i need, one minor question, Im a complete newbie when it comes to mechanics, so what size are the stock calipers? it mentions 312mm brakes, am i right in saying these are modified?
And really dont wanna be a pain but, wheres good too buy them from? New or used i dont mind?
Thanks alot cupra.al!!

 

[cupra.al]

312mm is the size of the disc rather than the caliper.
312mm brakes are a modification to the brakes for all non cupra models but on a 1.2 you will be wasting your time.
ebay is the place if you really want them search audi tt 312mm calipers its mainly the carriers that are needed but as i said before your best off not bothering really.
if you feel your brakes are a bit crap look into upgrading your discs and pads but really your still be wasting money i think.

 

[Jordan-]

so in order to have for example the RS4 reps, id need to change the discs?
BUT if its only the wheels i plan on changing what size do i need, regarding the discs? im guessing smaller than 312mm?

 

[8arran8]

you will not need to upgrade or change your brake callipers or disks at all if you are just wanting new alloys. any alloy wheel will more than likely fit over the 1.2 brakes.
like Al said, most VAG range alloys with the same nut pattern will fit...
312mm brakes are commonly put as an upgrade on cars which have been heavily modded and need the extra stopping power, which your car won't really need sorry

 

[8arran8]

but back to your original question...
some ideas would be alloys off: mk1 Leon, mk4 Ibiza, mk4 golf, mk6 polo, mk1 A3, mk1 A4 (potentially the mk2 but not sure)

 

[Earthling]

Well after getting a valuation i realised i payed more for the car than its worth but its too little too late i guess, BUT i do have some money to buy myself some alloys and cover any needed repairs. Not that im rich, just been saving for about 6 months
So have you any idea what alloys i can buy that will fit onto my car? Honestly im very grateful for your reply!!

Apologies for jesting, but at least it attracted some responses. Ö¿Ö

 

[Jordan-]

Thanks to all of you! Really helped me out! how can I add photos, get some pictures of it up?

 

[maundy26]

get some nice deep dish alloys and some cheap coilovers car will look a million times better. some calibre vintage 17 " with cheap jom coils will be nice.

 

[Jordan-]

Exactly what I'm looking on doing bro, what you think of black deep dishes though? Want a stealthy look

 

[BeezaDave]

To upload photos, upload them to an image hosting site first such as photobucket. Then link the IMG code into your message here

 

[mankyboy]

This might also help you on deciding which wheel / tyre size to choose

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?p=4277654#post4277654

 

[Jordan-]

Thanks for that link its really useful, so in order for me to post pictures i need to sign up for photobucket?
Picked up the car yesterday and oh my, what a drive! Fell in love within the first 10 minutes, after working out where to find reverse gear

 

[Jordan-]

Oh god, got to post more than 15 times before i can upload photos

 

[Lowe]

Don't forget to tell your insurance company about all these mods