I own a 2008 subaru impreza 2.5i Sedan. I like the way these wheels look and i now have a brand loyalty to Kosei because of the current rims i have. I want to prepare for the future and try to get these after my 36k mile. :-)

I know I will need to fender roll to get the 18x8.5 on. the link below will show you the rims but please let me know based on the specs:

Diatmeter: 18
Width: 8.5
Offset: 50mm ?????
Backspacing: 6.69" ?????
Bolt Pattern: 5x100
Rec. Tire Size: 225/40-18
Weight: 19.6lbs.

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...All&sort=Brand

 

You may want to pm "Luke@tirerack" he is an active vendor here.
https://www.i-club.com/forums/members/luke%40tirerack-2050/

 

From this thread, it doesn't look like they will fit.

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...hreadid=450557


Why is wheel offset important? Wheels using improper offsets can cause damage or accelerated wear on suspension components or body panels. Correct Impreza wheel offsets are:
Width ........ Offset

6.5" ....... +53 to +55
7.0" ....... +50 to +53
7.5" ....... +47 to +50
8.0" ....... +43 to +47

 

hey bro, thanks for answering all my questions haha. I just wanted to confirm since the website claimed that those rims would fit my car.

I will contact luke@tirerack to confirm that this will be fine.

Thanks again for your help!

 

Edited because everyone thinks my replies are a type of trolling!

 

http://www.wheeldude.com/catalog/ind...90_217_427_429

wheel dude has 18x8 at 48 offset and 18x8.5 at 48 as well. it might be possible that a 50 offset might be fine?

 

Edited because everyone thinks my replies are a type of trolling!

 

i believe it does since the post mentions the below:

What about my OEM wheels? Subaru's OEM offering is a surprisingly good wheel.

2002-2005 Stock WRX wheels are 16 x 6.5 with a +53mm offset and weigh 16.5 pounds. Lug Pattern: 5 x 100, Lug Thread: 12 x 1.25, Lug Torque: 65 ft/lbs, Lug Nut size is 19MM.

2006-2007 Stock WRX wheels are 17 x 7 with a +55mm offset and weigh 23.5 pounds. Lug Pattern: 5 x 100, Lug Thread: 12 x 1.25, Lug Torque: 65 ft/lbs, Lug Nut size is 19MM.

2008 Stock WRX wheels are 17 x 7 with a +55mm offset and weigh 23 pounds. Lug Pattern: 5 x 100, Lug Thread: 12 x 1.25, Lug Torque: 65 ft/lbs, Lug Nut size is 19MM.

2004 STI wheels are 17 x 7.5 with a +53mm offset and weigh 16.5 pounds. Lug Pattern: 5 x 100, Lug Thread: 12 x 1.25, Lug Torque: 65 ft/lbs, Lug Nut size is 19MM.

2005-2007 STI wheels are 17 x 8 with a +53mm offset and weigh 19.2 pounds. Lug Pattern: 5 x 114.3, Lug Thread: 12 x 1.25, Lug Torque: 65 ft/lbs, Lug Nut size is 19MM.

2008 STI wheels are 18 x 8.5 with a +55mm offset and weigh 28 pounds. Lug Pattern: 5 x 114.3, Lug Thread: 12 x 1.25, Lug Torque: 65 ft/lbs, Lug Nut size is 19MM.

 

weird no reply from luke at tirerack. I guess ill call tomorrow.

 

Have you heard from Luke yet? I'm kinda interested in what he says.

 

no reply from luke regarding this, but i went ahead and purchase 17x8 rota torques from a fellow i-clubber and it looks like unlowered my 08 2.5i sedan fits with perfect clearance. the offset is decently high on my torques. i think its what they sell from wheeldude.