The Best Wheel Upgrades For The Porsche 944
Brief Rundown Of The Porsche 944
The Porsche 944 is a model for enthusiasts of classics.
Even back in 1982, when it was released for the very first time, the 944 helped narrow the financial and performance-based divide between the 924 and the 911 SC; it was seen as a middle-ground model that wouldn’t break the bank but still offered a Porsche experience.
Considering that a very well-kept Porsche 944 typically won’t break more than £15,000 out of your wallet nowadays, it’s easy to see why it has become a fan favourite to drive – and simultaneously one of the most modified Porsches of all time.
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Upgrading The Wheels Of The Porsche 944
Given that the Porsche 944 is one of the most commonly modified street cars, it’s appropriate that one of the first major aesthetical upgrades many people make to the car is to change out the traditionally “dull” factory wheels and replace them with aftermarket ones.
One of the biggest things to note when making the decision to change the wheels of your Porsche 944, aside from taking looks into consideration, is the difference in offset between the 1982-1986 Porsche 944s and the 944s from 1987 onwards.
944s from the earlier period came with a wheel that had a 23.3mm offset, while the later model came with a much larger offset of 52.3mm.
While this larger offset was delivered to enable the installation of ABS brakes, it does make fitting wheels pre-1987 to the later 944 models impossible, however, later wheels will fit early 944s with a 30mm spacer.
With that in mind, let’s take a look at our favourite aftermarket wheels that in some cases universally fit 944s.
Please check the model guide on the page of each product to ensure a particular wheel will fit.
The Best Aftermarket Porsche 944 Wheel Options
19″ OZ Ultraleggera HLT Light Weight Alloy Wheels
Type: Monobloc wheel
Manufacturing technology: Low-pressure casting process, Heat Treatment, HTL
Available Colours:
– Matt Black
– Gloss Black
– Matt Bronze
– Matt Graphite Silver
– Matt Race Silver
– Orange
– Acid Green
– Race Gold
– Matt Red
– Race White
– White Gold
Design: 6 double-spoke
Hubcap: Black carbon fibre
Wheel Weights are just:
8.5J = 9.9Kg
10J = 10.85Kg
11J = 11.91Kg
12J = 12.50Kg
* 5% variations in weight are possible.
Front Wheel Options.
Size 8.5J Offset ET53
Size 8.5J Offset ET49
Rear Wheel Options.
Size 10J Offset ET65
Size 11J Offset ET50
Size 11J Offset ET40
Size 12J Offset ET51
Size 12J Offset ET68
Each set of wheels is made to order to the correct offset for the vehicle, please allow a minimum delivery time of 14 days.
You can shop them here.
17″ RSR Fuchs Competition Wheels
Made-to-order Heavy duty forged replacement Fuchs competition wheels, with anodised outer rim finished.
Please specify the desired offset in the comments box at the checkout stage
These classic BZ wheels are available in a wide selection of offsets. Semi-forged construction, hub centric and ball seats. Fits the standard centre cap.
As with all BRAID wheels, these are made to TUV standards. Lightweight and strong and available up to 12″ wide!
No more widened wheels with spacers.
Sizes from 7.0J to 12J are Available
use 77mm wheel cap
This is a special order part that would take around 8-10 weeks. Once wheels are ordered they are not subject to cancellation. Special order terms apply.
Shop them here.
18″ OZ Alleggerita HLT Light Weight Alloy Wheels
Type: Monobloc wheel
Manufacturing technology: Low-pressure casting process, Heat Treatment
Materials: Al Si 7 Mg
Design: 9 double-spoke
Hubcap: Black carbon fibre
Available Colours:
– STAR SILVER – GLOSS BLACK – MATT BLACK – MATT GRAPHITE – MATT BRONZE – RACE WHITE – RACE GOLD – MATT BLUE – MATT RED – ORANGE – ACID GREEN
Wheel Weights are just:
8.0J = 7.72Kg
9.0J = 8.25Kg
10J = 8.78Kg
11J = 9.95Kg
* 5% variations in weight are possible.
Front Wheel / Rear Wheel.
8.0J ET50 / 9.0J ET43
8.0J ET57 / 10J ET40
8.5J ET40 / 10J ET65
8.5J ET53 / 11J ET63
/ 11J ET45
/ 12J ET45
/ 12J ET68
/ 12J ET51
Each set of wheels is made to order to the correct offset for the vehicle, please allow a minimum delivery time of 14 days.
You can shop them here.
18″ AL CUP 3part Split Rim Alloy Wheels
Deep Dish 5 Spoke 3part Split Rim Alloy Wheels
Black with Polished Lip
Price is EACH WHEEL
* Before Ordering Please Download RH Vehicle Fitment Guide: Click Here
PCD: (Stud Pattern) 5/130
Brand: RH Germany.
Please note: Delivery time is normally 4-6 weeks
You can shop them here.
18″ Style 930 BLACK Turbo Cup 3 Alloy Wheels
This product is for the Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88, Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91, Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88, Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91 and Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988>> models only.
Available Size & Offsets
– Front 8.5J ET46 or ET52
– Rear 10J ET40 or ET54
– Rear 11J ET40 or ET52*Please Note
These wheels fit various Porsche’s some may need wheel spacers
If you purchase a “Wheel and Tyre package” we will build up and balance the wheels free of charge.
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17″ Style 16S Cup 1 Alloy wheels
Front 7.5J ET52 & Rear 9J ET47
SET OF 4 WHEELS
Fits:
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-04
Porsche 911 1974-89 *Will need spacers
Porsche 964 1990-94
Porsche 993 1994-98
Porsche 944 1982-91 *Might need spacers
Porsche 968 1992-95 *Might need spacers
Porsche 928 1978-95 *Might need spacers
Recommended tyre sizes
Front: 205/50/17 Rear:255/40/17
You can shop them here.
17″ RSR Fuchs Competition Wheels (Black)
Made-to-order Heavy duty forged replacement Fuchs competition wheels, with anodised outer rim finished. These classic BZ wheels are available in a wide selection of offsets.
Semi-forged construction, hub-centric and ball seats. Fits the standard centre cap.
As with all BRAID wheels, these are made to TUV standards. Lightweight and strong and available up to 12″ wide! No more widened wheels with spacers.
Sizes from 7.0J to 12J are Available
use 77mm wheel cap
This is a special order part that would take around 4-6 weeks. Once wheels are ordered they are not subject to cancellation. Special order terms apply.
You can shop them here.
