Hey Guys,

SSR has just released a brand new wheel. It's a 2 piece design with a racing look that features a forged outer and cast inner. The coolest thing about this wheel is that it is offered with different lips for the front and rear wheels. This will give your Impreza a staggered look. The sizes to choose from are:

SSR Professor MS1s - $1,899 SHIPPED

Normal Fitment:

Front: 18×8.5 +47 MD (34mm lip)
Rear: 18×8.5 +47 MD (34mm lip)

Staggered Fitment:

Front: 18×8.5 +47 MD (34mm lip)
Rear: 18×8.5 +43 SL (59mm lip)

Available in the following colors: Gray Silver, Black, Gold and Super Black Coat ($350 option for a set).
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Centercaps are available at an additional $100 for a set of 4.
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*Sorry, no pictures of them on WRX / STis quite yet. That's your guys job. :D

-This Group Buy will close August 1st.
-A 50% deposit is required upon ordering. The remaining 50% will be due when the wheels come in from Japan.
-The wheels will be ready 8 weeks from the close of the Group Buy.

Thanks,

Mark
Phone: (510) 783-5300

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how heavy are they?

Doh... there so wide!

Those look sweet. I wanted some Vork VSXX or BBS RE. These look like a combo of both. Might just need to pick up a set for next spring.

Also would like to know weight.
How big is a 34mm or 59mm lip compare to a wheel like a Volk LE28n in the same size?

wow staggered lip with same width wheels... that's so sweet.

Oh, me likey. How heavy are they.

I'm really interested in a set for an 04 STI in gold.

If you'd like to purchase a set, please paypal your deposit to sales@gruppe-s.com. Please be sure to include a clear description of what you're paypaling for and all of your contact info.

how heavy are they?
I don't have weights yet but I'm guessing they'll be around 19 lbs.

Doh... there so wide!
Hmm... This is the ideal fitment for the sedans. Do you have a wagon?

How big is a 34mm or 59mm lip compare to a wheel like a Volk LE28n in the same size?
I would imagine that the 34mm would be similar to the lip on a set of Volks.

Thanks,

Geoff

Don't know what the standard lip is on Volk's but....
34mm = ~1.34 Inches
59mm = ~2.32 Inches

Any comments on how the staggered fitment will effect the STI differentials/handling?

looks like the volk SE-37's almost

I think as long there is a same diameter in front and rear it should not have any effect on the diff or handling. the only thing they are changing is the offset. Can we do 18X8.5 et 43sl all around (59mm lip :) ) ? any fitment issues? do they come in 5X100 and 5X114

I think as long there is a same diameter in front and rear it should not have any effect on the diff or handling. the only thing they are changing is the offset. Can we do 18X8.5 et 43sl all around (59mm lip :) ) ? any fitment issues? do they come in 5X100 and 5X114

The wheels are the same diameter, but your wheels will actually be further outboard in the rear by the difference in offest = 4. :p

I saw a post on the "other" board that said there will be 5x100 & 5x114 fitments.

oh my those are beautiful! id run the 43 offset all around.

Hmm wonder if this would go with my 03.....

I think as long there is a same diameter in front and rear it should not have any effect on the diff or handling. the only thing they are changing is the offset. Can we do 18X8.5 et 43sl all around (59mm lip :) ) ? any fitment issues? do they come in 5X100 and 5X114

Actually, it could affect handling because changing the offset affects the scrub radius. In this case, since there's only a 4mm difference, it shouldn't be noticeable.

oh my those are beautiful! id run the 43 offset all around.

The +43 does not fit on the front of the STi because it won't clear the Brembos. That's how they're able to get more lip out of the wheel. It might clear red 4 pots or Stoptechs / Wilwoods, etc. though since those calipers have a flatter profile. The +43 should be fine at all four corners for WRXs.

These wheels are made in both 5X100 and 5X114.3.

Thanks,

Geoff

C'mon guys! These are some sick sick wheels and they're *NEW*. No one has them yet. The Evo guys are buying these like there's no tomorrow. Haha.

Is the picture of the the black colored wheel, the regular black?

Those are very nice. Someone buy the black ones and put them on a white 05 for me. :D

those are hawt.

Hmm... This is the ideal fitment for the sedans. Do you have a wagon?



Geoff

Really... I can fit an 8 1/2 inch wide wheel on my 06 wrx? Its sitting on sti pinks, would'nt that wheel rub like a sob?

Is the picture of the the black colored wheel, the regular black?

It is indeed. The SBC is actually a chrome (silly Japanese!).

Really... I can fit an 8 1/2 inch wide wheel on my 06 wrx? Its sitting on sti pinks, would'nt that wheel rub like a sob?

Those should not rub at all with Pink Springs. That is the preferred fitment.

Thanks,

Geoff

Can you get +38-40? I wonder what that lip would look!

Can you get actual pics of 18×8.5 +43 SL (59mm lip)

damnit only till august 1st? can't we extend it til the end of august?

Can you get +38-40? I wonder what that lip would look!

Can you get actual pics of 18×8.5 +43 SL (59mm lip)

We don't have any of these in stock yet so I don't have any photos. As soon as we get some in, we'll snap some photos.

damnit only till august 1st? can't we extend it til the end of august?

:rolleyes: Hey, I would have asked too!

love the wheels, can't wait to get the money for em..

send you a pm concerning that..

This GB will close at the end of the month so if you're interested in a set, order up soon!

*nothing to see here*

1. Huan Vo
2. Jimmy Lam-My
3. Nathan Wimsatt
4. Kristine Nguyen
5. Luke Wojewoda
6. Wally Marcinkovic
7. Daniel Condon
8. James Jardine
9. Paul Oh
10. hel_if_ino

Thanks for your orders, GB is now closed but we welcome more orders for the following container!

Cheers,
Mark

Is the staggered look available for 18x8?

It is not, sorry. The above listed fitment is the only staggered fitment available for Subarus.

Thanks,

Geoff

Would the staggered set of 18 x 8.5s rub with a 06 STI and what tire size would you recommend?

It is not, sorry. The above listed fitment is the only fitment available for Subarus.

Thanks,

Geoff

Doh! Your web site lists 18x8.0 5x100 +49 though...

Would the staggered set of 18 x 8.5s rub with a 06 STI and what tire size would you recommend?
This is a Subaru specific fitment so it should not rub but it really depends on what size tire you're running and how lowered your car is. I would recommend 245/40/18 for that wheel.

Doh! Your web site lists 18x8.0 5x100 +49 though...

Yes, that is also a fitment. Sorry, I meant to say, the listed fitment is the only staggered fitment.

Thanks,

Geoff

when is the container coming? I'm interested in a set. and what color is it actually with out the color option. is it chrome?

Right now, we are only ordering set for those who have prepaid. If you were to order a set today, you'd see them around the end of September / beginning of October. There is no color option; you must choose the color of the wheels that you are ordering. The chrome color is additional cost.

Thanks,

Geoff

O I see... when are you going to take more orders?

when will be the 2nd order ?

We are still taking orders on these wheels right now so if you're interested in a set, please contact us to order them.

Thanks!

-Geoff

can i get some pix about what a "staggered look" looks like plz ?

Hello,

We don't have any pictures of these wheels on a Suby yet. That's where you guys come in ;). Both the RX7 and 350Z that are pictured have a staggered fitment. On a Suby, the rear would simply have a deeper lip than the front.

Thanks,

Geoff

if they really only weigh 19 lbs/wheel you can expect an order from me very soon.

finally a mesh multi-piece lightweight wheel. just before i ended up getting a set of gold enkei rpf1's!!

Don't hold me to that weight but that's a guess. I'd say they're closer to 20 lbs. than to 19 lbs. though.

hmmm....if they're lighter than stock or close to it then i'd be happy :)

what's the status of this? are you guys still takin orders for this? can you pm me the price for these now for the staggered offset for an 05sti. in gold. thank you.

Subi114,
Yes we are taking orders for these and ordering them. PM me with sizes you are interested in.

Thanks,
Greg

still taking orders? pm sent. thanks.

iheartmaura - PM recieved.

Thanks,
Greg

+1 for my group buy!! wo0t wo0t!! :D hope you guys get them soon!

-mark

d3v3u5 - Thanks.

Thanks,
Greg

Check your PM's.

InfamousDX - Checked everyday.

Thanks,
Greg

When will the people get their wheels from the first order? I want to see some pics!!! Also can someone with a WRX try to fit the rear wheel in the front I want to know if it will clear the caliper, TIA!

When will the people get their wheels from the first order? I want to see some pics!!! Also can someone with a WRX try to fit the rear wheel in the front I want to know if it will clear the caliper, TIA!

Hi,

The container is landing in 2 weeks! We'll have plenty of pics. Thanks!

Gary
gary@gruppe-s.com

DO you think you will stock these after the GB?

These items are typically by special order only.

Are you planning on doing another group buy on these in the future? If not, what is the standard price for a set of the staggered offset? Also what other offsets are available in 18x8.5 5x100?

anybody ever recieve these rims?

anybody ever recieve these rims?

Hi,

I'm surprised to see this thread back from last year!

Yes, quite a few STI owners have purchased and received these wheels from us. Not as much as the EVO, 350Z, and Silvia crowd, but still a good amount. I didn't see anyone post pictures either. Here's some pics of some MS1's that just arrived this week:

http://www.gruppe-s.com/Gary/Wheels/MS1-R.jpg
http://www.gruppe-s.com/stuff/MS1.jpg
http://www.gruppe-s.com/stuff/MS1350Z.jpg

Thanks,

Gary
Gruppe-S

those wheels look hot specialy the black one i bet it would look sick on my silver 05 sti. u guys taking orders for the staggered ones in black?

those wheels look hot specialy the black one i bet it would look sick on my silver 05 sti. u guys taking orders for the staggered ones in black?

Yup we can do that :). Just keep in mind running a staggered setup is a bit rougher on the center diff than non staggered (as is making more power). It's not a huge issue, but if you're expecting to get 200,000 miles on your center diff you should keep it non staggered.

$1899/set for the staggered. Please let me know if you're interested. Thanks!

Gary
Gruppe-S

hmmm I have a weakness for SSR wheels, what do you have in stock in a 5x100 bolt pattern. I perfer black

anyway to run the staggard and maybe add a spacer to make up the 4mm difference. or it doesnt work that way?

Dhunckyn - Sorry don't have anything in 5x100. We can order any SSR wheel line you are interested in. :)

Boxervik - Yeah +4mm spacer doesn't change things up a whole lot, you can go that route and get a more aggressive setup in the rear. Your wheels are on their way to ya!!! :)

Thanks,

Gary
Gruppe-S

are you offering wheel and tire packages? like already mounted and balanced? if so I would be very interested

are you offering wheel and tire packages? like already mounted and balanced? if so I would be very interested

Hey sorry we don't do tires here. I would check with Tire Rack or Discount Tire for tires, they have excellent deals. Thanks!

Gary
Gruppe-S

Give me a call at (510)783-5300 and ask for me, Travis, if you would like to place an order for wheels. Thanks!

-Travis

18x7.5 please? lol or at least 18x8...show some wagon love

18x7.5 please? lol or at least 18x8...show some wagon love

+1 i want these on my wagon in 18x7.5 is that fitment availible

Heres a pic of mine.. staggered.. my car is dirty as hell too and sitting at a shop so thats why it looks all messy...

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/562997/FWYSG-Checkup001.JPG