davy26

I've found a wheel that has a 'look' similar to the Fuchs that I like so much on Porsches. It's named 19W and is available in 15", 6.5J. But the offset is ET38, whereas I know the Bathursts were 43. Can anyone here tell me please if ET38 would be compatible on a 2005 Gti. Many thanks.

Thanks for the responses. I'm feeling increasingly sure that keeping my Up! for mundane purposes and adding the Lupo Gti for fun will be a good solution for me. I've never been keen on turbocharged engines and I imagine the Lupo 1.6 has nicer throttle response and it certainly sounds better. I admire the power and economy manufacturers like Volkswagen are getting out of these small 3 cylinder lumps nowadays, but there are 'aesthetic' downsides in my view. My other gain I think will be in regard to wheels. Currently in the UK there is no option for the Up Gti - you have to have 'Oswalds' which I don't much like the look of, and they are 17" with lower profile tyres than I'd want. I would like to get a Lupo onto some Fuchs-look-like SSP wheels - I wonder if there's anyone on here with deep knowledge about such things please?

I've been a Volkswagen maniac since my first - a '55 Beetle I bought in '68 for £75. I'm currently on my second Up! - a 2016 High - very civilised and well put-together. But I wanted a Gti and after much confusion it looks like an order now will not secure delivery before January 2019. Meanwhile, it's occurred to me that the Lupo Gti has that little bit more power and an engine that's capable of making some quite agreeable noises. So, I've decided to retain my High Up! and run it day-to-day forever, adding a Lupo Gti for interest and maybe track days. Of course I know they're difficult to find, especially low mileage and non-modified, but I'm willing and able to pay what that will demand. I'm hopeful that I might find what I'm looking for through this Forum. Respect and regards to all VW/Lupo enthusiasts. David.