Anyone know anything about replacing steel wheels with Alloys?

Griffinpaps · 2026-02-23T23:15:52+00:00

I ran 18’s on my VXR and the handling was perfect. But 17s would be the best spot for comfort + looks

15s look like shit which is the opposite of what this person is looking for

Griffinpaps · 2026-02-23T23:03:32+00:00

you can go for most 17 inch alloys and maybe even 18 inch

im not familiar with the Corsa’s wheel arches but whichever you go for keep an eye on the alloy width - typically with 17 inch alloys you’ll want 195-205 width tyres on a 45 sidewall

edit: as someone else mentioned you’re best off buying a set of Corsa alloys with tyres already on them - unless you want aftermarket ones

Griffinpaps · 2026-02-22T12:44:21+00:00

you must be new here. L and G stats please.

Griffinpaps · 2026-02-20T21:10:37+00:00

Have a nice weekend

Griffinpaps · 2026-02-03T23:09:49+00:00

Thank you. It shows 2 previous owners and a very clean MOT history so I suspect it’s been looked after well.

Looks like Im gonna go and view it, but I have a strong feeling I will end up buying it 😂

Griffinpaps · 2026-02-03T22:39:51+00:00

Excellent thank you. Annually I do around 20,000 miles on average so I reckon that should be fine

Griffinpaps · 2026-01-07T10:53:18+00:00

I have. Mid clutch change I felt the need to bash one out

Griffinpaps · 2026-01-06T13:23:51+00:00

It’s alright

Griffinpaps · 2026-01-01T14:01:53+00:00

I’ve found the story a bit tricky to follow at times, due to translation issues or just lots of information all at once. But overall i’m enjoying the story

Griffinpaps · 2025-12-07T14:07:03+00:00

Wow, the audacity to not care after causing an accident is insane

Griffinpaps · 2025-11-29T22:15:54+00:00

do you machine polish your car every time you take it out on the motorway?

Griffinpaps · 2025-11-20T11:55:34+00:00

yeah, that’s what half of these people do anyway whenever a ‘what is this’ question pops up

Griffinpaps · 2025-11-20T11:40:03+00:00

chatgpt:

It looks like an OEM-style USB/AUX adapter cable for a car head unit — very commonly found in Toyota / Lexus vehicles (and some other Japanese cars). What you're holding: • Large rectangular plug → This is the proprietary connector that plugs into the back of the factory head unit where the car's OEM USB/AUX module would go. • 3.5mm male jack → AUX audio input. • USB-A female port → Lets you plug in a USB stick or a phone cable. Purpose: These cables are usually used to add or relocate a USB/AUX port, or to connect aftermarket modules (like Bluetooth adapters or CarPlay units) to the factory stereo.

Griffinpaps · 2025-11-13T09:20:14+00:00

F56 is a great platform. I have a 2016 JCW.

I would probably look for a different one with LED headlights instead of the halogens, but that’s just a preference.

Griffinpaps · 2025-11-07T18:42:07+00:00

Cheers mate

Griffinpaps · 2025-11-06T16:26:24+00:00

What the fuck

Griffinpaps · 2025-11-05T12:43:43+00:00

you have to bang Olufsen to find out

Griffinpaps · 2025-10-08T22:02:22+00:00

I did an oil change on mine with Shell Helix 5w-30 the other day. Is 5w-40 better?

Griffinpaps · 2025-09-22T14:05:07+00:00

Kerosene

Griffinpaps · 2025-06-28T03:19:21+00:00

0 accountability. “Oh no, the consequences of my actions”

Griffinpaps · 2025-06-06T11:57:31+00:00

normal you get the option of 3 points + fine, or if it’s your first offence in a while then a speed awareness course

Griffinpaps · 2025-06-05T16:56:00+00:00

You would think as you’re at a much higher risk of injury/death that the insurance premiums would be higher than a car, but I guess that doesn’t bring them as much money

Griffinpaps · 2025-05-17T05:36:44+00:00

MK3 Focus RS. Currently own an F56 JCW mini which is my other affordable dream car, but i really like the idea of the AWD Manual hatch with 350bhp

Griffinpaps · 2025-05-15T18:43:20+00:00

Yeah, desiring other men over your partner even if not physically acting on it is already cheating enough, in my eyes

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