Wheels for XK8 4.2 2005

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Dec 30, 2015 | 08:08 AM

Jugular

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Wheels for XK8 4.2 2005

I'm considering fitting 17" rims to my XK8 to make for more comfortable long-distance motoring and have been looking at the 'Revolver' pattern. I have seen conflicting reports over whether or not they will fit my car. Can anyone advise me before I shell out?

Cheers. John

Dec 30, 2015 | 08:27 AM

White Bear

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I would be astounded if they didn't.
Regards,

Dec 30, 2015 | 11:18 AM

ccfulton

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Only reason they would not fit is if you have the Brembo brakes, which should be a pretty rare option on an XK8.

Dec 30, 2015 | 01:18 PM

sklimii

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I think the bolt spacing changed around 2002/2003 MY - the old style revolvers are 5x120.65. The newer models are 5x105 so you would need adapters

Dec 30, 2015 | 10:58 PM

ccfulton

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Bolt pattern didn't change until the X150. All X100s had the 5x120.65 through the end of the run.

Jan 2, 2016 | 10:11 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ccfulton

Bolt pattern didn't change until the X150. All X100s had the 5x120.65 through the end of the run.

+1. Jagaur changed them on the XJ when the X308 was discontinued and replaced with the X350 in 2003-04. However, they stayed at 5 x120.65 throughout the X100 run, until the X150 was introduced in 2006-07.