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What Wheels Best Suit a 105?

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What Wheels Best Suit a 105???

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#1 ·
Well I know I'm only new here, but I am seeking some expert opinion regarding the best wheels for my 1750 GTV (or any 105 series GTV for that matter). I am going to need new tyres at some point in the near future and I realise my current rims are a bit dodgy, so I need to get on the lookout for some new ones. Since there are a few fairly common styles of aftermarket wheels people put on their 105's I thought it best to put it to the vote...

So I am chosing between the following common styles...

1. GTA


2. Cromodora


3. Minilights (or any equivalent)


4. Other Style - please nominate & post a convincing picture.
 
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#6 ·
I know you car. I have seen you on Oxley Rd or on Honour Avenue from time to time. I have an Olive green Metalic S2 1750. I have always been coming the other way or out walking when you have gone past. Would really like to have a closer look at your car one day.

Phil

Oh and my wheel choice, either GTA wheels or originals wheels with hubcaps.
 
#3 ·
My personal view is the Momo Vega is the nicest looking wheel, especially on the later versions. My next choice would be GTA rims.

Although I think the Momo's suit some colours more than others, and I've never seem them on a car the colour of yours. The wheels on your car look fine to me.
 
#4 ·
Momo Vegas are a bit too flashy for my liking. I'll chalk one up for the existing wheels to stay (my wife will be happiest if that is the final outcome). I guess since I have never seen another 105 with these rims I haven't really been that confident about their appropriateness.

I thought I would add this link to an earlier thread on what wheels people have on their cars - part of my research base.

http://www.alfabb.com/bb/forums/showthread.php?t=1359
 
#5 ·
Since wheels are very much a personal choice, it will be interesting to see if the poll reveals any sort of preference... I don't think you can go wrong with any of the choices you've posted. Personally, I think the GTA wheels look very good in a car from that era, but I like the other choices too.

Best regards,
 
#7 ·
Well I know I'm only new here, but I am seeking some expert opinion regarding the best wheels for my 1750 GTV (or any 105 series GTV for that matter). I am going to need new tyres at some point in the near future and I realise my current rims are a bit dodgy, so I need to get on the lookout for some new ones. Since there are a few fairly common styles of aftermarket wheels people put on their 105's I thought it best to put it to the vote...
The 105 Alfas (and all period Italian cars, I guess) seem to be "wheel sensitive" to my eyes. The Campagnolo GTA style wheels seem to fit the car best, closely followed by Minilite designs and then the Cromodora "star" mags.

However. In period, Campagnolo actually had a fairly large range of Alfa wheels and, honestly, just about all of 'em looked very appropriate on the cars. I have, for instance, a set of Campy "star" mags which suit the 105 design so well that I'm going to use them on my car.

Somewhere in this pile of debis that passes for a study, I have an original Campy wheel catalogue listing all the the various Alfa specific fitments, including wheel offsets. When I find it, I'll scan it and put it on the forum.

Nice car, btw.
 
#8 ·
Thanks Jim,

It would be good to post a catalogue of those period wheels. It would also be interesting to see which, of the plethora of alloy wheels seen on 105's, were actually available as dealer supplied, after-market options in those days.
 
#12 ·
I agree Papajam. Im a big fan of the steel wheels....especially the widened ones that fill the guards out nicely.

There seem to be a few variations on this theme. Some show a smooth rim/ridge form the inside out to the edge ( photo 1 ) whereas others seem to have an additional rim/ridge/ledge half way out ( photo 2 ). I prefer the smooth edged version.

I believe that the additional rim/ridge/ledge is where an original narrow wheel has been widened.

Timbo
 

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#13 ·
Availability is going to be a big factor

Finding momo vegas or cromodoras is a bit difficult (only harder bit is paying for them) whereas superlites can be ordered new, as can GTA replicas (although, paying for them is also a problem).

Widened steelies is also a cool look - esp 15's with the big hub cap for a 1750 or 1600 style car - very nice.

I like the wheels you have. Offset is a bit escortish, but looks very period, nice dish, cool.

However, more importantly than the wheels, that car seriously needs to be dumped about two inches - go see Avanti at Northgate and buy some springs dude!
 
#14 ·
However, more importantly than the wheels, that car seriously needs to be dumped about two inches - go see Avanti at Northgate and buy some springs dude!
Yeah she looks a bit high, probably has Berlina springs I have seen that before in the UK. Jason any idea what Richard charges for Springs ?

Take a look at this. BTW the car in this photo now belongs to a BBer in the UK and it is fitted with GTA wheels, oh and the spring issue has been fixed.
 

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#20 ·
Classic Mag Campi's

Hey, they all look great, don't they! You can't make a mistake.

I very much wanted to put these wheels on my car... classic Campi's. However, these are truly mag wheels, and required special preparation. I had a machinist lined up to trim the wheels' mounting faces to a required, minimum 30mm positive offset. But to really use these on the street, as I intended, in our JAX Beaches environment, I had to then strip the finish, reseal, and refinish the set. I couldn't negotiate the price to a level where it made sense. Still love the wheels, though.

http://www.alfabb.com/bb/forums/showthread.php?t=531&highlight=hoosier

I ended up going to the Aussie Superlight, as my mechanic had a set he wanted to trade in 14x6 with 30mm offset. I had to chase down wheel centers, and install Alfa emblems sourced through Centerline. Project came out great.

By the way, for street, and possibly even track days, the Vredestein Hi-Trac in 185-65HR14 (yes, H rated) works great on a 6 inch wheel. The stick and rain performance on my Berlina are amazing. These are readily available... and a very modern tire construction... and work great on 105 series cars. Note in the photo, I messed up and mounted the front wheels backwards... Brain fart. Fixed it a couple hours after mounting.



 
#21 ·
Solmanic,

as a quick update, The Alfaholic dudes have just posted some photos of their new 15 inch GTA replica and Ive got to say....they look freaking stunning.
The larger diameter really improves the look in my opinion, gives it a cleaner look and matched with some low profile rubber.........they look filth (good).

Im really suprised how much of a difference the extra inch in diameter makes to the overall appearance......although, I spose an extra inch will always impress and bring cries of appreciation:)

Check out the thread in the picture room. I think im going to have to start saving.

Timbo
 

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#22 · (Edited)
These are my favorites - Campys and Vegas. Vegas (when painted black) work best on bold-colored cars, in my opinion; I think that your Ocre Yellow qualifies rather well.

(Hope it's okay to use your photos here, OWNERS!)
 

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#24 ·
Cromadora-Fergat Mags

IMHO, I can't see any wrong choices (yet) in this thread. All these wheels are linked historically, either as OEM or decent after-market.

These C-F wheels came with my 105, I made inquiries to several old-time Alfa dealers who said these just 'showed up' on cars when delivered. (OEM?) No other explanation. They're 14x5.5J and Land vehicle Vehicle Car Classic car Alfa romeo 105 series coupes
magnesium. What's interesting is all series 1, 105 GT's & GT-V's were configured for 15" wheels, and I have no knowledge that the speedometer and/or final drive were changed to indicate accurate speed.
 

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#25 ·
had cromodoras... put on Panasports... I might be bias but I prefer the Minilite/Panasport/Superlite look...
15 x 7's - 30mm offset
Someone creative might be able to photoshop on your other wheel options so that you get a side by side comparison.....

BTW great looking car you have there :)
 

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#26 ·
BTW great looking car you have there
Thanks James - BTW it helps seeing the different styles on a car the same colour. It's interesting how much the colour changes how certain things show-up.

The Alfaholics 15" GTA wheels don't look quite how I expected - a bit too much like a Mechano toy car for my liking.
 
#27 ·
I am with Papajam, in my mind the originals with hubcaps still looks the best, but I am an originality Nazi and have never been into after market stuff. I still think that the colour of the car has a lot to do with your wheels, Giallo ochre lends itself well to wheel options, unfortunately olive green metallic doesn't:(
 
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#31 ·
Well I have gotten the "official" review from SWMBO - the results are as follows:

Original steel wheels with hubcaps - Old Grandma's car :(
GTA wheels - Old Grandpa"s car :(
Alfaholics 16" GTA's - Wind-up toy car (I tend to agree a bit)
Cromodoras - Try-hard, grandson's car :(
Mini/Superlights - Too "spikey", sleazy Uncle's car :confused:
Momo Vegas - "Bleagghhh" :(

Existing whachamacallit wheels - "What the hell is wrong with them - you're not thinkning about spending $$$ replacing a perfectly good set of wheels... blah, blah, blah" (I kind of zoned out about there) :eek:

I don't know, she wouldn't even take a look at the poll results - I mean I have statistical evidence and everything now!!!
 
#33 · (Edited)
My solution, damm the torpeodes !!!! get several sets and change em when you feel like it :D
 
#35 ·
I think you guys are getting a bit mislead on our 15" GTA wheels in these photos. These photos are with extra low profile racing slick tyres fitted, so naturally the wheel/tyre ratio looks a tad imbalanced in these photos. These photos are merely to show the look of <i>the wheel</i> - not the wheel/tyre ratio - they won't look like this with normal street tyres fitted. Naturally any of you with 15" Panasports or otherwise know that 15" doesn't lose this nice ratio, in fact the 105 coupe was originally designed around 15" wheels! When we get the first production wheels fitted with street tyres on my GTA Replica, we will photograph this to show you what the normal wheel/tyre ratio look will be.
 
#39 ·
Wheels are up to the individuals opinion

here's the GTAs with a mock up 205/55 tyre on them
Yes - but when you can't make up your mind, then put it to the vote.

Good work on the pic - maybe someone has a bit too much spare time on his hands...
You're in the same timezone as me so shouldn't you be working?
 
#40 · (Edited)
I'm confused. What does SWMBO have to do with the choice of wheels?

Does she consult you regarding what fabric she should buy to make a new dress? Or which handbag to buy to match her new shoes? I dare say not. Just as, her opinion, counsel and input into wheels for YOUR Alfa should amount to zero :p

I sense this will get a reaction!

Oh, and you could rule out Momo's anyway, cause they're incredibly hard to find, and expensive.
 
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I'm confused. What does SWMBO have to do with the choice of wheels?

Does she consult you regarding what fabric she should buy to make a new dress? Or which handbag to buy to match her new shoes? I dare say not. Just as, her opinion, counsel and input into wheels for YOUR Alfa should amount to zero :p
Like I said earlier, when I can't make up MY mind, everyone else gets a crack at doing it for me. Also, SWMBO has final power of veto on the financial implications of any "male" purchases, and vice versa - so yes, she does consult me on clothing and soft furnishing purchases.

The flip-side of this is, if either one of us goes crazy with the spending, the other is automatically entitled to match the expense. Now I have to be careful here since I think I was the last offender.
 
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