14 x 7 Alpina wheels

TodB said:
Stan, as the local-to-you guy who will have a set of mint, staggered 16" Alpinas up for sale next week (I'm going back to BBS), I think you should go with the 16s and buy mine though I do like the look of the 14s as John describes so I feel strongly both ways :shock:.

Do the 16s look blingy? Eh, I don't think so, but 17s do - too much wheel. Its a personal preference thing though you do get a broader tire selection with the bigger wheel.

You could have much worse problems...good luck with your decision!
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Perhaps I could test drive them... down to the Vintage and back :D
 
If you are up in Toronto, you are welcome to test drive my 16 inch Alpinas with fresh rubber.
 
Sumitomo 225/60-14

Ian C said:
I just bought a set of 5 early Alpina 7 x 14, but as they are a lot rarer here, I don't think you could base U.S. values on my transaction. (i.e. I paid a s***load for them). The only viable tyre that I can find in Aus apart from the Michelin/Vedestein ( $600 +/ $400+ ) classics are Sumitomo HTR60H 225 60 14. There is almost no difference in circumference from 195 70. The wheels came with 20 year old Dunlop Le Mans in that size, and look good, yet to test fit them for front clearance. Has anyone got these Sumitomos or an opinion on them. I really want to stay with 14s. There are a few 195 70 14s about, but none that I would put on the Alpinas
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This size is not available in the States. Are they available in Canada? Europe? Can they be shipped - well I guess anything can be shipped...
 
I just test fitted the old 225 60s and they are really close to the firewall on full lock also hitting a bump on full lock would definitely damage the guard, only about 20mm clearance, and these are half worn tyres. This is with CN lowering springs and Bilsteins. The petrol head in me likes the look, but it is extreme for the lines of the car. I think I may go Michelin.
 
Ian C said:
I just test fitted the old 225 60s and they are really close to the firewall on full lock also hitting a bump on full lock would definitely damage the guard, only about 20mm clearance, and these are half worn tyres. This is with CN lowering springs and Bilsteins. The petrol head in me likes the look, but it is extreme for the lines of the car. I think I may go Michelin.
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I had to roll the fenders to prevent any rubbing. I have Michelin Pilot 225/60-14 on Alpina 14" and everything fits fine
 
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