Gram Lights 57DR – 18x9.5 +38 | 5x114.3 | Sakura Pink | WGIX38EPPC

Gram Lights 57DR in 18x9.5 +38, 5x114.3, Sakura Pink. Flow-formed by Rays Engineering — the same Osaka facility that produces Volk Racing wheels. The 57DR’s deep-concave aggressive spoke design in Gram Lights’ Sakura Pink seasonal finish — a soft, warm cherry blossom-inspired colour that is a recurring limited release in the Gram Lights catalogue. 30 lbs per wheel. Ships fast across Canada and the US.

Sakura Pink — Finish and Availability

Sakura Pink (finish code EPPC) is one of Gram Lights’ most distinctive and sought-after seasonal colourways. Named after Japan’s sakura (cherry blossom), the finish is a warm, muted pink with a soft sheen — not a candy pink or fluorescent colour, but a considered, refined tone that photographs well against dark or white body colours and complements both subtle and bold build aesthetics. Sakura Pink is a recurring limited production colour in the Gram Lights lineup:

• Released in limited quantities and not a permanent catalogue item — availability is tied to Gram Lights’ production schedule and may not be restocked at the same price or specification once sold out.
• The Sakura Pink 57DR is a recognised piece in the JDM show and time-attack community — a wheel chosen deliberately for its aesthetic statement rather than as a default finish.
• Pairs well with white, grey, silver, and black vehicle colours where the pink provides contrast without overwhelming the build. Also used as a statement on pink or pastel livery builds.

57DR Design — Deep Concave Spoke Architecture

The 57DR is a distinct model from the 57NR — more aggressive in design and visual depth:

• Spoke design: The 57DR features a multi-spoke layout with deeper concavity than the 57NR’s straight 10-spoke design. The spoke face sits further back relative to the outer lip, producing a pronounced concave profile that is visible from the front of the wheel. This design is associated with the JDM time-attack and drift scene aesthetic of the mid-2000s–2010s.
• Visual depth at 9.5" width: A 9.5" wide 18" wheel produces significant concavity in the 57DR’s design. The outer lip is wide and pronounced — the concave effect is clearly visible from a 45-degree front angle on the car.
• vs 57NR: The 57NR is a cleaner, more restrained 10-spoke design. The 57DR is more aggressive and visually complex. Both are flow-formed and share Rays Engineering construction quality, but the 57DR targets a more show-oriented buyer while the 57NR appeals to a broader performance and daily-driver market.

Rays Flow-Formed Construction

Like all Gram Lights wheels, the 57DR is manufactured using Rays’ flow-forming process — not conventional gravity casting:

• The barrel is heated and pressed under high-pressure rotating rollers after the initial cast blank is formed, aligning the aluminium grain structure and increasing barrel strength significantly over gravity cast equivalents.
• At 30 lbs for 18x9.5, the 57DR’s weight is competitive for a flow-formed wheel of this concavity and spoke complexity. A gravity-cast equivalent would typically be heavier for the same dimensions.
• JWL and VIA certified — Japanese market wheel quality and impact standards.

18x9.5 +38 — Fitment Context for 5x114.3 Vehicles

5x114.3 is the dominant Japanese performance car bolt pattern. 18x9.5 at +38 is an aggressive, low-offset fitment that produces a prominent outboard stance on most 5x114.3 vehicles:

• Subaru BRZ (ZC6 / ZD8) / Toyota GR86 (ZN6 / ZN8): OEM fitment is typically 17x7 +48 or 18x7.5 +50. An 18x9.5 +38 is a substantial widening — expect significant poke beyond the OEM fender line. Most BRZ/86 fitments at this spec require fender rolling/pulling or aftermarket aero to clear at full suspension travel. Common in show builds and static setups.
• Subaru WRX / WRX STI (VA chassis): OEM fitment is typically 17x8 +53 or 18x8.5 +55 (STI). An 18x9.5 +38 will poke substantially beyond OEM — fender clearance check required. A popular fitment on lowered VA STI with pulled fenders or wide-body conversion.
• Nissan 350Z / 370Z: The Z33/Z34 OEM rear is 18x9 +30 or 19x9.5 +40 (370Z NISMO). An 18x9.5 +38 is close to OEM rear fitment range on the 370Z — a natural upgrade spec. Front fitment requires caliper clearance check due to Brembo caliper width on higher trims.
• Mitsubishi EVO X: OEM is 18x8.5 +38. An 18x9.5 +38 is 10mm wider at the same offset — moderate widening, manageable within the EVO X’s fender clearance on a lowered car.
• Honda S2000 (AP1/AP2): OEM rear is 17x8 +55. An 18x9.5 +38 is very aggressive for the S2000 — substantial poke beyond OEM. Common in show and static builds, less practical for daily driving without fender modification.
• Hub bore note: The 57DR 5x114.3 uses a 73.1mm hub bore. Hub-centric rings are required for all listed vehicles (Subaru 56.1mm, Nissan 66.1mm, Honda 64.1mm, Mitsubishi 67.1mm). Confirm your specific hub bore and source the appropriate 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. Hub-centric rings required for most applications. 30 lbs. Confirm caliper and fender clearance before ordering.

Specifications

• Brand: Gram Lights (Rays Engineering)
• Part Number: WGIX38EPPC
• Model: 57DR
• Construction: Flow-formed (Rays process)
• Diameter: 18"
• Width: 9.5"
• Offset: +38mm
• Bolt pattern: 5x114.3
• Hub bore: 73.1mm
• Finish: Sakura Pink (EPPC)
• Weight: 30 lbs (per wheel)
• Sold as: Single wheel