Gram Lights 57CR Clubracer – 18x9.5 +38 | 5x114.3 | Sakura Pink | WGCRX38EPPC

Gram Lights 57CR Clubracer in 18x9.5 +38, 5x114.3, Sakura Pink. Flow-formed by Rays Engineering. The 57CR’s open curved-spoke design is purpose-built for circuit and track day use — maximising brake cooling airflow while maintaining the Gram Lights aesthetic in the same Sakura Pink seasonal colourway as the 57DR. 30 lbs per wheel. Ships fast across Canada and the US.

57CR vs 57DR — Choosing Between Two Sakura Pink Options

At the same spec (18x9.5 +38 5x114.3), price, and Sakura Pink finish, the 57CR and 57DR differ entirely in spoke design and intended character:

• 57CR Clubracer (this listing): Open, flowing curved-spoke design optimised for brake cooling airflow. The open spoke structure allows more air to circulate around the brake rotor and caliper during hard use — relevant for track day and time-attack applications where brake temperatures are a consideration. The 57CR’s design is cleaner and more purposeful in character — a circuit-oriented wheel that happens to look excellent on the street. Suited to buyers who track their car or who prefer a less aggressive, more refined spoke aesthetic.
• 57DR (separate listing): Multi-spoke deep-concave design associated with the JDM show and drift scene. More visual complexity and aggression — the 57DR’s spoke layout produces a pronounced concave effect. Suited to show builds, stance setups, and buyers who prioritise visual impact over brake cooling considerations.

Both are flow-formed by Rays, both weigh 30 lbs, both are available in Sakura Pink at the same price. The decision is purely aesthetic and application-driven.

57CR Design — Clubracer Spoke Architecture

The 57CR’s spoke design reflects its circuit performance heritage:

• Open curved spokes: The 57CR uses fewer, wider curved spokes with significant open area between them. This open structure is not merely aesthetic — the airflow path to the brake assembly is a genuine engineering consideration for wheels used in repeated hard braking scenarios (track days, time-attack, spirited mountain road driving).
• Concavity at 9.5" width: At 9.5" wide, the 57CR produces a visible concave spoke profile, though less dramatically deep than the 57DR. The outer lip is clearly defined against the spoke face — a clean, purposeful look.
• Gram Lights No. 21 BK air valve: The 57CR package includes Gram Lights’ No. 21 BK (black) branded valve stem — a specific Gram Lights valve stem type, black finish, matching the Sakura Pink wheel’s black hardware accents.

Sakura Pink — Finish and Availability

Sakura Pink (EPPC) is a limited seasonal colourway in the Gram Lights catalogue — a warm, muted cherry blossom-inspired pink with a soft sheen. Not a candy or fluorescent pink — a restrained, refined colour that photographs strongly against white, grey, and dark body colours. Released in limited production runs; availability is not guaranteed beyond current stock. The 57CR in Sakura Pink is a specific pairing of circuit-focused design with a distinctly Japanese seasonal finish — a combination that appears regularly in Japanese time-attack builds and Gram Lights promotional content.

Rays Flow-Formed Construction

The 57CR is manufactured using Rays’ flow-forming process — the barrel is heated and pressed under high-pressure rotating rollers after the initial cast blank is formed, aligning the aluminium grain structure and producing a barrel significantly stronger than gravity casting at equivalent weight. At 30 lbs for 18x9.5, the 57CR is competitive in weight for a flow-formed wheel of this spoke complexity. JWL and VIA certified.

18x9.5 +38 Fitment — 5x114.3 Applications

Same spec as the 57DR — 18x9.5 +38 on 5x114.3 is an aggressive, low-offset fitment. The 73.1mm hub bore requires hub-centric rings on all listed vehicles:

• Subaru BRZ / Toyota GR86: Substantial widening beyond OEM — fender rolling or aftermarket aero typically required. Common in show and track builds.
• Subaru WRX / WRX STI (VA): Moderate-to-aggressive fitment depending on suspension height. Fender clearance check required on lowered cars.
• Nissan 350Z / 370Z: Close to OEM rear fitment range on 370Z. Natural upgrade spec for Z34 track day builds where brake cooling airflow from the 57CR’s open spokes is particularly relevant.
• Mitsubishi EVO X: 10mm wider than OEM at the same +38 offset — manageable on a lowered EVO X with fender clearance check.
• Honda S2000: Aggressive fitment — typically requires fender modification for daily use clearance.
• Hub rings: Subaru 56.1mm, Nissan 66.1mm, Honda 64.1mm, Mitsubishi 67.1mm — confirm your specific hub bore and source the correct hub ring size before mounting.

Single wheel. Sold individually. Flow-formed by Rays Engineering. 18x9.5 +38 5x114.3 73.1mm hub bore. Sakura Pink limited finish. Includes centrecap and No. 21 BK air valve. Hub-centric rings required for most applications. 30 lbs. Confirm fitment before ordering.

Specifications

• Brand: Gram Lights (Rays Engineering)
• Part Number: WGCRX38EPPC
• Model: 57CR (Clubracer)
• Construction: Flow-formed (Rays process)
• Diameter: 18"
• Width: 9.5"
• Offset: +38mm
• Bolt pattern: 5x114.3
• Hub bore: 73.1mm
• Finish: Sakura Pink (EPPC)
• Includes: Gram Lights centrecap, No. 21 BK (black) air valve
• Weight: 30 lbs (per wheel)
• Sold as: Single wheel