Jaguar XK8 All standard OEM wheels options available V17 / XKR (X100) Easy alloy upgrades

[@olukunle]

This is a great video, when you look for wheels for the XK8 you realize quickly that there are not many aftermarket direct fit, this is a concise and a perfect guide and all I can say is ARDEN! Just checked their site😬

[@ODRModurol]

Olukunle, current there isn’t many aftermarket wheels. Although enough to make another video. 👍 😉thanks for the compliment and comment regards Damian

[@ToTheGarage]

A wonderful Video Damian. Really enjoyed it. I recognise how long it must have taken to pull all the facts and images together for this. Well done sir.👍

[@ODRModurol]

John, much appreciated especially coming from you. I like my car to be standard but different, these wheel options can help others to do the same. Still can’t find some photos with the XJ sport alloys from the service manual. I’m sure they would be the best, most original, standard yet individual wheels to have. If that make senses. Looking forward to the XK8 show. Thanks for the compliment, Damian

[@bernardpullon4632]

Thanks again Damian, now I know what the 'Double 5' on my VIN spec sheet means now. Brilliant stuff!

[@ODRModurol]

Bernard, No problem, glad you are enjoying them. Much appreciated regards Damian

[@gregoryoly327]

Hello Damian. Super video, packed with info. Thank you for taking the time to put this together.

[@ODRModurol]

Gregory, no problem. Glad you liked it. Thanks you very much for taking the time to comment, regards Damian

[@wolframgeuting562]

PCD 120 was changed already with the face lift in 2001 to PCD 108 so if you have a 2002 XK8 or XKR you need to check which size is fitting your car without an adapter. That was my mistake I did when I bought the wheels for my 1998 XKR very nice video . Thank you .

[@ODRModurol]

Wolfram, I don’t think so not for the UK market anyway. Interesting, in which Country did this happen? As you say always best to check alloy wheel fitment before buying any wheel. Some styles are available in several fitments especially aftermarket. Thanks for your input, Damian

[@wolframgeuting562]

O&DR Jaguar XK8 i am in Gernany and I was looking for Sepang 20 wheels for my 1998 XKR .I found them on a 2002 XKR without adapter but on my early XKR I needed to buy adapter to fit . In Germany I was not able to find a Sepang wheel for the early XKR with . PCD 120 . I drive now the BBS Detroit

[@ODRModurol]

Wolfram, done a bit more research and it looks like the BBS sepang was also available for the XJ at the same time as the XK8/R. The later x350+ are PCD108. Good advise and good point for any looking to buy some, much appreciated. Thanks Damian

[@ingleman.6529]

Extremely informative and interesting, great stuff. Thanks!

[@ODRModurol]

Ingleman, thanks for the comment and compliment. Very much appreciated, regards Damian

[@ljw5768]

Very useful, thank you. I run Atlas and they look great but I'm tempted by the 20" wheels.

[@ODRModurol]

Leigh, Atlas are very nice wheel and fill the arches nicely, much the same as 20s. There’s quite a demand for atlas wheels and you don’t see them for sale very often. Thanks for the comment Damian

[@flexn06128]

I have the paris wheel on my xkr. I’ve been told it’s a very rare upgrade on the xkr.

[@ODRModurol]

Stay66, if it came from the factory with those fitted, it was a possible upgrade but as you say very rare. Good info, regards Damian

[@nayjag7610]

Hi Thanks for the Detailed Wheel Information . I understand you have the 18 x 8,5 & 18 x 9 BBS Milan . I would like your advice on tire size. What size tires are you running in Front and Rear. Just so you know I've a 2005 XKR R Performance sitting on 18 x8.5 & 9 BBS Milans sitting on Conti DWS 06 255 40 F & 275 35 R. Let me know what you think. Thanks Louis

[@ODRModurol]

Nay, hope you are well and sorry for the delay in responding. The official sizes are Front 18x8.5 rims 245/55 tyres and Rear 18x9 rims 255/55 tyres. If you are thinking of going wider the BBS Detriot has Front 20x9 rims 255/35 tyres and Rear 20x10 rims 285/30 tyres. I actually use a full set of 18x9 rims 255/55 Conti tyres front and rear without any issues. Easier to deal with. Hence 255/40 on the front should be OK (IMHO), 275/35 is quite a lot wider but maybe you can give us feedback of the performance of that combination. Thanks very much for you interesting comment, look forward to hearing more about your option of the tyre combination. Regards Damian

[@geoffreycarter3981]

I just purchased a black 2003 XKR Coupe in the states and it came with the original hydra 18” wheels, however they had been plasti dipped in black. I was delighted to find as I started to peel off the plastic that were in chrome underneath and in pretty good nick! Any idea how common a hydra wheel option in chrome was? Cheers! Thanks for the videos they are very helpful.

[@ODRModurol]

Geoffrey, what a pleasant surprise finding your wheels are Chromed. It be honest, I don't know the numbers of hydra wheels that where chromed but it has not been something I have found whilst doing my searches. You are the first person to mention chromed hydra's. The hydra wheel aren't especially popular on their own so would not be surprised it chromed ones are rare. Sorry, can't be more specific, regards Damian

[@geoffreycarter3981]

Thanks for the quick response! Not to worry about that. They could have been chromed aftermarket conceivably. Regardless, will be an interesting look once I get the plastidip off and everything cleaned up@@ODRModurol

[@ODRModurol]

Geoffrey, please sent us some photos of the car and chromed wheels when you get a chance, regards Damian

[@mikechaffin8100]

Which of the 18" wheels could you put on a 2000 XKR with Brembo brakes? Have 20" Detroits with p Zeros currently, but the ride quality isn't good and lots of road noise. which could yet be something to do with other drivetrain or suspension components.

[@ODRModurol]

Mike, Detroit’s are the most desirable alloys for the X100. Many people upgrade to them. They definitely harden the ride and make it more sporty. But not everyones cup of tea. There is couple of 18” wheels the hydra and the BBS Milan which have the clearance for Brembo brakes. As you say it could also be the suspension bushes or tyres causing the issue. I have a set of Milan’s on mine and have waiting set waiting for a refurbishment. Thanks again for the comment regards Damian

[@paulkane6645]

I didn’t realise that 19 inch rears are 9 inch wide, always thought they were 10 inch.

[@ODRModurol]

Paul, apologies you could well be correct. Wasn’t a huge amount of info about 19 inch wheels. I reserve the right to be wrong, thanks for the good input, Damian

[@jbmon5837]

Hello Damian I own a 2001 XKR with Detroit BBS rims. I'm looking for the hub badge. Do you know the reference of the article. Please let me know. Thanks.

[@ODRModurol]

@jbmon5837, the hub badge fitments are common through the range of standard wheels. You will need the red 3D growler type part number MJB6249AA for a 2001 XKR. Thanks for your question, hope that helps, regards Damian

[@jbmon5837]

@@ODRModurol Thank you Damian!

[@ODRModurol]

@jbmon5837, Thank you for the question as it prompted a short video on the subject, see link below. Thanks again, regards Damian kzbin.infoygDxjMzGsrs?feature=share

[@jbmon5837]

@@ODRModurol You are the best, Damien.

[@donodocuzinho9458]

Hello, may I have more information on that 18" wire wheel? The only sizes I got were 16". I intend to use 18s on mine and your help will be much appreciated.

[@ODRModurol]

Dono, here's link to a supplier in the UK for 18 inch wire wheels. Not cheap though. www.xk8-parts.com/2017/04/jaguar-xk8-xkr-x100-aftermarket-wire-wheels/ Hope that helps, regards Damian

[@viraf21]

I have the bbs 20" 5 spoke but wish I had the Paris wheels

[@ODRModurol]

Viral, any of the 20 inch BBS are the business, but everyone has their favourite. Thanks for the comment Damian

[@joescreeton1120]

Hi mate, we’ve just purchased a 2001 xk8 and are looking to buy and fit some new wheels. It’s currently fitted with Milan bbs wheels just like your own car, I’ve been looking up wheels and how they effect the ride the bigger you go. There’s been positives and negatives for going up to 19’ or 20’, i was wondering if you could confirm wether we should go bigger and if it will effect the ride and handling quality?

[@ODRModurol]

How, sorry haven’t got any direct experience of running 20 inch alloys on my XK8. There are lot of opinions positive and negative. What I do know is the Xk8 suspension can feel harsh when it’s worn as after I refurbed the front and rear suspension it was like a different car. I expect the 20 inch alloys will reveal any suspension problems faster than 18’s due the extra strain on the suspension. If you haven’t got any problem then you will be Ok. The Detroit’s definitely look the business on XK8’s. Hope that helps and you give the 20 a try. Thanks very much for the comment Damian

[@joescreeton1120]

O&DR Jaguar XK8 thanks for the reply that has honestly helped massively. I agree the Detroit’s do look good but I’m thinking to bring it to a 19 inch wheel just to be in the middle of both the biggest and the smallest. I was looking at the atlas 19’ ten spoke, I’m not having much luck finding any sets of 4 though. Just wondering if you know any good dealers that may have them in stock?

[@ODRModurol]

Joe, The Atlas wheels look good but please note I believe they won’t work with the bigger Brembo brakes if you have plans to upgrade. Sorry not sure on where you based for sources of wheels, UK or US? Thanks for the comment Damian

[@pgansz]

Damian do you know what tire size fit the Arden 19x9.5? I'm thinking of doing 265/35 19 on all four corners on my XK8.

[@ODRModurol]

P Gansz, Not sure on the Arden 9.5x19. The type A used Front 10x20 245/35 and Rear 11x20 285/30. Standard 20's (eg Detroit) are Front 9x20 255/35 and Rear 10x20 285/30. Standard 19's are Front 8x19 245/40 and Rear 9x19 255/40. Looking at 9.5x19 it would seem 265/35 on might work but probably a bit to wide for the front (biggest 255mm). Hope that helps, thanks for the comment regards Damian

[@pgansz]

I'm sure it would be close. I'm torn between those and the BBS Paris. I'll take some measurements and use the Fitment Industries calculator. All your videos are really helpful to a new Jag owner with a project car!

[@ODRModurol]

P Gansz, no problem, let us know how you get on. Anything is possible with a bit of work. Thanks for the comment regards Damian

[@Redeye196513]

I have 20' Montreals. You didnt mention them, only for 19'.

[@ODRModurol]

Jules, apologies you are correct should have mentioned them in 20 inch section. Thanks for the correction, Damian

[@NewtonInDaHouseYo]

@@ODRModurol There is a actually a 19 inch version of the Montreal but it was only standard on the XJR100. For the XK(R) they were defenitely 20 inch. And thanks for the informative video!

[@nathanlozada5469]

I have first dibs on a 19” Atlas wheels that came off from a 2007 XK. I have a 2001 XK8 with original wheels 255/45/18. I understand it would need wheel spacers to fit. Tires on the 19” Atlas are Hankook 245/40/19. Would these be an “upgrade” cosmetic wise or ride wise?

[@nathanlozada5469]

I have the “Flute” wheel rims

[@ODRModurol]

Nathan, 2007 XK’s (X150) have a different stud PCD so will need adaptors if you want to fit them. Atlas are a nice looking wheel. I believe they are a good compromise between both 18” and 20” wheels for, ride, handling and looks. Haven’t had any myself but do it the look. Thanks for the comment regards Damian

[@TheJVCMan]

Has anyone else got any trouble finding tyres for the 17inch rims? Can't seem to find them. Any help?

[@ODRModurol]

Hooky, they aren’t a common size hence another reason to upgrade to 18 inch wheels or larger. The OEM tyre supplier was Pirelli with P-Zero Asimmetrico 245/50R17 all round. Hope that helps a bit, regards Damian

[@TheJVCMan]

@@ODRModurol Thanks for the info. I'm just about to buy my first XK8 this week and its got 17's fitted. It has brand new tyres fitted (apparently) so I should be fine for a while but it does give me a good excuse to upgrade them to 18's later. Do you notice much difference in the quality of the ride and road noise etc?

[@ODRModurol]

Hooky, very little difference from 17 to 18 inch. Just the wheels are staggered front and back from 18 inch upwards. So wider at the rear supposed to improve handling. Good luck with the purchase, regards Damian

[@Kadolor]

same. going to buy some 18"" rims. much more choice of tyres.

[@ODRModurol]

JPT, and 18inch tyres are much cheaper👍 Thanks for the comment regards Damian

[@Ryan-mj6rc]

Will the 17 inch lamina fit my 03 convertible?

[@ODRModurol]

Ryan, Yes Lamina should fit any X100 XK8 (96-06) with standard brakes (ie not Brembo). Which type of wheel do you currently have? Thanks for the comment regards Damian

[@Ryan-mj6rc]

@@ODRModurol I have the 19 inch Apollo currently on the car

[@ODRModurol]

Ryan, Apollo’s are very nice wheels. Seems a strange swop. Why are you thinking to change, if you don’t mind me asking. Thanks Damian

[@Ryan-mj6rc]

@@ODRModurol I would like to improve my ride quality. not a fan of the rough ride sometimes with the bigger Apollo wheels.

[@ODRModurol]

Ryan, understood, never used any bigger than 18” inch wheels on my XK8. Lots of choices, good luck with the change. Thanks for the comments regards Damian

[@flyurway]

Those Revolver and Sport are 2 of the ugliest wheels. No amount of chrome will ever fix that! I have a set of Hydra's I'd love to sell, was never crazy about them either.

[@ODRModurol]

Andork, everyone has an different opinion. It’s good to aspire to a different look. Personally I prefer 5 spoke wheels as large and wide as I can afford. Thanks for the input, Damian

[@curtiswangrud8748]

Not to mention the Hydras are a bitch to clean.