What Wheels For My Vito Van?

Discussion in 'Lounge' started by RC1, Jan 11, 2026 at 9:40 AM.

  1. Keep them as they are or paint them black or get some alloys? What do we reckon?

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  2. I actually like the wheels you have fitted. Andy
     
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  3. looking at them they need to be bigger. and for me, Black. i'v seen it with mercs that bigger wheels can contact the bottom of the front lower spring seats, go too big without much lower profile tyres and you will mess with the speedo too. with alloy's you will need longer bolts. if your keeping your spare as a steel wheel. keep the shorter bolts handy.
     
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  4. Quick, hide!

    Yet again, the motorbike forum has gone VAN!
     
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  5. Paint them Black, you can get the wheel insert trims in Black, if you’re not happy with them buy some Alloys off a Vanio as they’ll be weight rated to a Vito as it’s a heavier version.
     
  6. I think this is it
    I bought some better 16 inch tyres so will stick with the current steel wheels and then keep an eye out for alloys
     
  7. Paint um gold :blush:
     
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  8. Yes mate!
     
  9. I would recommend round wheels with rubber tyres.
     
  10. Bejus
     
  11. I think black wheels would be good
     
  12. is there such a thing as mot failure for poor taste?
     
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  13. Discretion of the tester?
    Please view the 'Spotted Sheds' thread ....
     
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  14. No, but it may get noted in the advisories section of the certificate :joy:
     
  15. Vitos also have issues with front wheel alignment and can be prone to scrubbing the front tyres badly so I’d advise against going bigger than standard.
    Wider tyres = less MPG
    Lower profile = harsh ride, particularly with vans as the suspension is already stiff to take the loads.
    So I’d stick with what you have
     
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