Miata Mailing List: October 1992, Message #22
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   From: (none)
Subject: Re: Steel Wheels
   Date: (none)

> From: sebruun@ihlpe.att.com
> Fact is, the Miata uses an extremely common wheel configuration:
> 14x5.5, 110mm (?) bolt circle, 40-45mm offset. 

4x100mm, actually.  I just sold four MR2 steels, which are not only the 
right bolt pattern, but are hub-centric too!  The Integra and the VW rims
have a larger center hole, so they will fit, but it's not the optimal
setup (IMHO).  MR2 steels are apparently quite rare, as most seem to have
been equiped with the alloys from the factory.

I had a tough time finding miata steel rims, as all of the local dealers
sell their take-offs to some joint called Acker Wheel, who deals ONLY in
OEM rims.  A classic case of a niche market - They quoted me about $50
each for rims (me buying) or $3 each (me selling).  Quite a margin!