i have a 79 convertible super beetle (black) and i plan to purchase 5 Zigen 18" rims. im a complete noob to the vw scene and all the details that goes along with owning a super beetle.
i currently have a 2001 honda prelude and i want to fix up the beetle very similar to my prelude with a japanese style flavor. i dont plan on putting a ricey body kit or outrageous stickers. im keeping it more clean and stock looking except for some minor details listed below. also more pics below for reference of the interior and rims
plans for the 79 convertible super beetle:
black pearl paint job
engine swap (still learning about the different types of engines)
tranny 5 gear swap
exhaust
adjustable coilover system
koni or kyb shocks
cross drilled brake system
black housing HID projectors
amber sidemarkers
black tinted taillights
black tinted turn signals
aftermarket steering wheel (black/red stitching)
gunmetal shift knob
shift boot (black/red stitching)
momo ebrake handle
reclinable racing seats (black/red stitching)
aftermarket mirrors w/ blue tint
rear lip spoiler
s2000 antenna
18" 5zigen rims (pic below)
These are the available sizes. I know for the 5 lugs I'd need a wheel spacer/adapter.
What about the 4 lugs? Can these fit on the 79? Also recommended tire size for going 18? Recommended offset for a 79 vert? My prelude has 215/35/18
Size PCD ET
18x7.5 4x100 35
18x7.5 4x100 43
18x7.5 5x100 35
18x7.5 5x100 48
18x7.5 5x112 43
18x7.5 5x114.3 35
18x7.5 5x114.3 43
18x7.5 5x114.3 48
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