17 inch wheels on a Golf R

[computamedic]

I have a spare set of VW Classix 7Jx17 (ET54) wheels from my 2006 Golf GT which I have used in the past with Winter tyres. I am contemplating getting a Golf R in the (hopefully) near future and was wondering if those wheels would fit the "R".

I know the "R" has 18" wheels as standard and I have some concern if there would be sufficient clearance under the 17" wheels for the brake calipers. I am assuming the bolt pattern and PCD are the same.

Can anyone confirm or otherwise??

[Ahbefive]

How much clearance have you got between the caliper and the wheel? In my impreza its like a cigarette paper but on my RS theres quite a distance.

[computamedic]

Ahbefive said:

How much clearance have you got between the caliper and the wheel? In my impreza its like a cigarette paper but on my RS theres quite a distance.

Exactly the point of my question. I don't have the "R" yet and I'm interested to know IF the 17" wheels will fit.

[Mr-captain]

I don't think they will fit. VW usually spec smaller wheels than standard for their winter tyres but for the R they spec 18"

[xjay1337]

Yes, 17s do fit on a Golf R.

[computamedic]

xjay1337 said:

Yes, 17s do fit on a Golf R.

Thanks for that. I had a feeling they would but it's useful to have the confirmation.