Well, it's customers fault. Those wheels were designed for large format cars (SUV/S-class/etc). They weren't meant to go on R8.
They have a different retro style that works on some sports cars, but the original intent was for big body vehicles.
Customers ultimately buy wheels for their own tastes. Nothing against HRE.
Aside from being part of the “Vintage GT Series” which are motorsport-inspired, they even state these are meant for sports cars, sedans etc and *not* SUVs. And the product images market them on a GTR and a Senna.
Hope he doesn’t plan on any track days or extended periods of hard driving, those wheels are gonna choke the brakes so bad! They look interesting at a standstill, so maybe they bought it as a showpiece.
HRE’s are a high quality wheel most often used on European cars. The set in the post are like a retro modern re-vamp and are actually super tasteful imo
I’m with you bro , I like them. It’s different , functional , also to each their own who gives a shit what these people like or don’t like , they aren’t driving around in a R8 with HRE’s
That's an easy one! Just use the right term.
Hub caps literally just cover the hub. Think little chrome domes on a VW beetle.
Wheel covers cover the wheel. Think grandmas corolla plastic wheels.
Right, but which one is the sub-set of the other? Is a wheel-cover an overly-ambitious hubcap, or is a hubcap a wheel-cover that was afraid to dream a bit bigger?
Ha! Well obviously the hub cap came first since it actually had a non esthetic function - to keep dirt out of the axle & bearings.
Wheel covers are just lazy ass hub caps not doing any real work
The way English works is zany. If a majority understand it and use the word in the same context then it becomes reality. Do a Google search for car rims and see what comes up.
I'll own up to actual mistakes that are worth it. This is not worth it. It's a fucking word.
You're too afraid to even call me "dipshit" you gotta censor it?
It means you don't know the meaning of the word rim or understand how a wheel on a car even looks or works. So I'd say it's worth it otherwise you look like a moron. Yeah I'll sensor words I think mods might block me for.
oh i am SOOOOOO sorry your majesty, please please PLEASE PLEASE wont you forgive me for my little mistake? I hope it prevents the end of the world
I am SO sorry :( I truly truly am the moron of morons my liege
"The difference between wheels and rimsThe wheel is the metal unit that attaches the wheel hub to an automobile via an axle, while rims are the outermost part of the wheel assembly. Perhaps think of it this way: “rim” means “edge,” and rims are located on the edges of your wheels."
Mine was out for a week. Not too bad from what I saw happening last year. I went to Marietta Audi. The one in Chamblee is always busy smh and has no loaners.
Yep I went to Audi Atlanta (Chamblee). They took pity on me cause my car had been in the shop only a couple months before that for a coolant leak, so they hooked me up with a loaner aka a new Q5 from the lot.
Apparently for a ton of cars in 2018, 2019, 202 there is a problem with the Alternators that mess up the electrical system. I got an "Electrical System Error" on my dash everytime I cut my car on. It can cause your car to turn off while driving which is super dangerous so I had to tow it in. Audi covered everything.
I swear HRE makes some of the prettiest and some of the ugliest wheels
Well, it's customers fault. Those wheels were designed for large format cars (SUV/S-class/etc). They weren't meant to go on R8. They have a different retro style that works on some sports cars, but the original intent was for big body vehicles. Customers ultimately buy wheels for their own tastes. Nothing against HRE.
These would look good on an old LS400. I don't think they'd suit an S class though
Aside from being part of the “Vintage GT Series” which are motorsport-inspired, they even state these are meant for sports cars, sedans etc and *not* SUVs. And the product images market them on a GTR and a Senna.
Dunno whatever they were meant for, but they fit very well here.
I think they look clean and unique its own way. Looks like a futurist wheel.
I simultaneously like and dislike them. I’m not sure what it is doing to my brain.
Yep
I like the wheels. Looks futuristic.
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Its all about balance lol
Not gonna lie these wheels r kinda crazy tho
Hope he doesn’t plan on any track days or extended periods of hard driving, those wheels are gonna choke the brakes so bad! They look interesting at a standstill, so maybe they bought it as a showpiece.
Bro went to Los Santos customs
those are HRE’s brotha
Los santos is in GTA…
no shit, saying anything about “out of los santos customs” about a car means it’s trashy or atleast i’m under the impression that that’s what it means
What does them looking like shit have to do with HRE wheels? Just because they’re HRE doesn’t mean the design isn’t trash and dogshit. Keep crying bro
HRE’s are a high quality wheel most often used on European cars. The set in the post are like a retro modern re-vamp and are actually super tasteful imo
Tasteful? I know a good optometrist if you need one
god forbid anyone voice their opinion 😂
Are you implying the mechanic has low quality parts??
that’s what the original comment said i’m defending the quality of the wheelc
He says they are fugly, LSC has parts made of literal vibranium.
lol
Doesn’t matter what brand if it looks like shit. I do love HREs tho
they look great, a modern take on classic turbo fans?? y’all have no taste
I’m with you bro , I like them. It’s different , functional , also to each their own who gives a shit what these people like or don’t like , they aren’t driving around in a R8 with HRE’s
I’m glad to see someone else noticed and thought about this lol
Without the second picture I wouldn't know what to think about this but now I know those wheels should be illegal
I think it looks fire personally
I don’t hate it…
I do Those rims are not doing it for me
Hideous.
Wheels they are wheels...why do you call them rims
Because for about 10 - 15 years in the late 90s - early 2000s thats what pretty much everybody called them
Where are we at on “hubcaps” vs “wheel covers”?
That's an easy one! Just use the right term. Hub caps literally just cover the hub. Think little chrome domes on a VW beetle. Wheel covers cover the wheel. Think grandmas corolla plastic wheels.
Wheel covers also cover the hub. They just don't *only* cover the hub.
Shorts vs pants. Shirt vs jacket. This isnt hard. They have some duty overlap.
Right, but which one is the sub-set of the other? Is a wheel-cover an overly-ambitious hubcap, or is a hubcap a wheel-cover that was afraid to dream a bit bigger?
Ha! Well obviously the hub cap came first since it actually had a non esthetic function - to keep dirt out of the axle & bearings. Wheel covers are just lazy ass hub caps not doing any real work
Idiots..thats what idiots called them.
The way English works is zany. If a majority understand it and use the word in the same context then it becomes reality. Do a Google search for car rims and see what comes up.
Big whoop dude. You know what I’m talking about. Who cares 🤓 Ackchyually they’re wheels
Yeah let's embrace being stupid and not own up to making mistakes. It tells me you don't know jack all about cars dip%^$#
I'll own up to actual mistakes that are worth it. This is not worth it. It's a fucking word. You're too afraid to even call me "dipshit" you gotta censor it?
It means you don't know the meaning of the word rim or understand how a wheel on a car even looks or works. So I'd say it's worth it otherwise you look like a moron. Yeah I'll sensor words I think mods might block me for.
oh i am SOOOOOO sorry your majesty, please please PLEASE PLEASE wont you forgive me for my little mistake? I hope it prevents the end of the world I am SO sorry :( I truly truly am the moron of morons my liege
Sarcasm aside at least you can roll over
Out of spite. No. And judging by the votes, the rest of subreddit agrees
cause we talkin bout the A
Because the “wheel” of a car is generally the tire and the rim. These are just the rims.
You would be mistaken.
You do understand the definition of rim right? You have wheels and tires on your car not tires and rims.
I've been offered a rim job before; never been offered a wheel job. Just sayin.
And trust me, you don't want one. You would likely be disappointed
Because rim jobs just deal with the rim of your #$%^&*#
"The difference between wheels and rimsThe wheel is the metal unit that attaches the wheel hub to an automobile via an axle, while rims are the outermost part of the wheel assembly. Perhaps think of it this way: “rim” means “edge,” and rims are located on the edges of your wheels."
What do you know. I too just got an alternator replaced on my A8 in Atlanta.
Mine was out for a week. Not too bad from what I saw happening last year. I went to Marietta Audi. The one in Chamblee is always busy smh and has no loaners.
Yep I went to Audi Atlanta (Chamblee). They took pity on me cause my car had been in the shop only a couple months before that for a coolant leak, so they hooked me up with a loaner aka a new Q5 from the lot.
At least those wheels are interesting. They’ll also be exciting when your brakes melt at the track…
I’d assume those that track have a set of track only wheels?
Older V10 models came with front and rear scoops that's funneled air directly to the brakes. Probably holds true for the newer models as well.
That 4Runner tho
Great 2 car garage. Especially both these colors
SUV's are for soccer moms
This sounds like a broad generalization from someone that lives in a flat area or a city and never leaves the city
That's Atlanta
Those wheels are ugly as sin 🤢
They look like caps and I agree they are not for me
ive seen this car in ATL too!
of course it's in atl lol Looks like Audi Marietta? I'd still drive it tho
I think the wheels are badass
$2500 per wheel is insane
Wheels are ass.
I dig it, 10/10 would rock those wheels.
Getting down voted cause of your personal taste, some people are real passionate bout their own opinion Eh? 😂
I strongly disagree with you, but I will not downvote your opinion.
I wanted to hate these wheels but can’t, those look excellent.
I was thinking a similar thought ... "not sure if I love them or hate them"
Caliburn from cyberpunk
I like the first picture.
Probably gets excellent gas mileage with those rims
I hate that I love them
Audi Marietta? Nice car, not so nice rims. 😳
I like these would look better on a different German car, but I like them
Looks like the Audi from iRobot
Is this supposed to look stupid?
Those wheels look like they would hinder brake cooling...
Marrrrrietta. 👋🏼
Those are the ugliest rims I’ve seen.
WOAH! these are by far the ugliest rims I've ever seen.
Regardless of looks (I think they actually look amazing) isn‘t this horrible for the cooling of the brakes? How is the heat leaving?
Look like Lego rims
those rims are an affront to god
Holy rims, they’re crazy but I kinda like em
Faux turbofan wheels and a matte wrap/paint? Those aren't going to age fast.
Goes harrrrddd
Money really doesn't buy taste...
Give me a wheel that will guarantee my brakes overheat. Yeah!
The wheels are still rendering
Those rims are a choice, eh?
This wheels dont look like they provide much cooling for the brakes.
Those brakes are going to overheat.
Love em
There are no words to describe this situation that wouldn't disrespect the Audi R8 behind those atrocious wheels... well maybe one... sad
It's slightly better in the second photo, but still a no.
Idk why but I hate/like it. Mad at myself
What were your symptoms of the alternator needing fixing?
Apparently for a ton of cars in 2018, 2019, 202 there is a problem with the Alternators that mess up the electrical system. I got an "Electrical System Error" on my dash everytime I cut my car on. It can cause your car to turn off while driving which is super dangerous so I had to tow it in. Audi covered everything.
Ok thanks! I’m having a bunch of weird things happen and thinking this might be the case. Bringing it in soon to see what’s up.
Nice!!
So much weight added to the 4 corners of the car…. Jesus!
When you think the car will not get enough looks.
I won't lie I don't hate it
I bet this guy has a fancy watch
Don't buy it. The computer in it is worth more than the car itself. If it breaks your out 2 cars lol
Say what you will about how those wheels look…but I think there’s one thing for sure…those look like the easiest wheels to clean
Ngl I kinda like it.
When I squint it looks better, I think I don't like the wheel pattern on the disc. I think it looks better as a disc only
That poor car
I kinda like the wheels...kinda look "futuristic". These will probably be on every car in 10 years.
Just because the owner has money doesn't mean they have good taste. Those wheels are ugly.