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Can I change my Passat's wheels?
Hi can I put vheels 205 55 R16 on a vw passat 2013.curently has 235 45 R 17 . It is safe a legally to swop to 205 55 R 16 thank you
Our answer:
Hi Tony,
It’s perfectly safe and legal to swap to the 205/55 R16 wheels, as they were an OEM size option on the B7 Passat.
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