VW Golf V Passat B5 Silver Steel Rim Wheel 6.5J 15'' ET:38 KBA43816

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

VW Golf V Passat B5 Silver Steel Rim Wheel 6.5J 15'' ET:38 is an original, used steel rim designed for Volkswagen models, providing a solid foundation for daily operation and post-accident repairs. Thanks to its factory design parameters, it ensures predictable vehicle handling, proper tire seating, and stable cooperation with the suspension and braking system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: KBA43816-2
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: KBA43816
• Substitutable numbers: KBA43816
• Color: Silver
• Rim diameter: 15"
• Rim width: 6.5
• Offset (ET): 38
• Hole diameter: 112
• Number of holes: 5
• Rim material: Steel
• Category: Rims

Purpose and compatibility with VW Golf V

The presented steel rim has been designed as an element from the Rims category dedicated to Volkswagen cars, in particular for the Golf V generation. The use of the original rim geometry allows for maintaining the correct handling characteristics, appropriate bolt pattern, and seamless cooperation with factory suspension and steering components.

The rim is suitable both as a replacement after damaging an existing wheel and as a base for a winter wheel set, where durability, ease of maintenance, and predictable road behavior are essential.

Construction, material, and design parameters

The rim is made of durable steel, which translates into high resistance to typical operational loads, curb impacts, or road irregularities. The steel construction facilitates potential straightening and service, which is important in intensively used city and fleet vehicles.

The rim has a specific diameter, width, offset, center bore, and number of mounting holes, which ensures proper seating on the hub and compatibility with factory bolts or nuts. Such selected design parameters support even load distribution, stability at higher speeds, and correct cooperation with the vehicle's safety systems.

Finish and utility values

The rim is finished in a neutral silver color, which blends well with most Volkswagen body paints and helps maintain the aesthetic appearance of the vehicle. This type of finish is practical in daily use – minor dirt and signs of wear are less visible than in the case of darker coatings.

The steel construction combined with a properly selected finish represents a reasonable compromise between durability, ease of cleaning, and operating costs. This solution is particularly recommended for cars used all year round, including in difficult winter conditions.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Using this steel rim in a Volkswagen Golf V allows for:

• restoring factory driving parameters after damaging the original rim,
• building a separate set of wheels (e.g., for winter tires) without interfering with the existing set,
• maintaining the technical consistency of the vehicle by using a rim compliant with the manufacturer's specifications.

For users who value predictability and simplicity of service, a steel rim for a Volkswagen is a practical choice that facilitates subsequent wheel balancing, rim condition checks, and potential repairs.

Volkswagen Rims – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the driving zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional rims, wheel sets, or alternative size configurations, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Rims category.

Expert support in choosing rims

When choosing rims, many drivers wonder about the differences between steel and aluminum wheels, as well as the cost-effectiveness of purchasing used items. To better understand issues related to regeneration, condition assessment, and parameter selection, it is worth checking the guide: Used rims like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing aluminum rims. Although it focuses on aluminum rims, it also discusses universal principles of rim assessment that can be applied to steel rims.