{"product_id":"gram-lights-57nr-limited-ii-18x9-5-45-5-120-semigloss-black-wheel-w-black-cap-stickers-air-valve","title":"Gram Lights 57NR Limited II | 18x9.5 +45 | 5x120 | Semigloss Black | Single Wheel | WGN2X45WSB","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGram Lights 57NR Limited II – 18x9.5 +45 | 5x120 | Semigloss Black | WGN2X45WSB\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #333; padding: 10px 16px; margin-bottom: 16px; background: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle wheel — priced and sold individually.\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify your vehicle’s hub bore before ordering — the 57NR Limited II in 5x120 uses a 72.56mm hub bore, matching BMW’s 72.56mm hub. Hub-centric rings may be required for non-BMW 5x120 vehicles with a different hub bore. 18x9.5 at +45 offset is a wide, aggressive fitment — confirm clearance with your specific suspension setup, brake caliper, and tyre profile before purchasing. Semigloss Black finish — includes black centrecap, black spoke sticker set, and black air valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGram Lights 57NR Limited II in 18x9.5 +45, 5x120, Semigloss Black. Flow-formed construction by Rays Engineering — a stronger, lighter manufacturing process than conventional gravity casting. Special edition “Limited II” release of the iconic 57NR 10-spoke design. Complete with black centrecap, Gram Lights spoke sticker set, and black air valve. 28 lbs per wheel. Ships fast across Canada and the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRays Flow-Formed Construction — Not a Conventional Cast Wheel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 57NR Limited II is manufactured using Rays’ flow-forming process — an important distinction from the “cast” category label suggests:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow forming process:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wheel begins as a cast aluminium blank, but the barrel is then heated and pressed under high-pressure rollers while rotating. This process stretches and compresses the barrel material, aligning the aluminium grain structure longitudinally along the barrel wall. The result is a barrel that is significantly stronger than a gravity-cast barrel of equivalent weight — or equivalently, a lighter barrel at the same strength level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs gravity cast:\u003c\/strong\u003e A conventional gravity cast wheel of 18x9.5 typically weighs 26–30+ lbs with a barrel strength limited by the casting process. The 57NR’s flow-formed barrel achieves comparable or better strength at 28 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs fully forged (Volk Racing):\u003c\/strong\u003e A fully forged Volk Racing TE37 or CE28 in 18x9.5 would weigh 18–22 lbs and carry a significantly higher price. The 57NR’s flow-formed construction represents the middle tier — meaningfully better than cast in strength-to-weight, at a price point well below fully forged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRays Engineering pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gram Lights is Rays’ accessible performance line. The same Osaka manufacturing facility and quality standards that produce Volk Racing wheels underpin the Gram Lights line — the 57NR’s JWL and VIA certifications confirm Japanese market quality standards compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e57NR Limited II — Design and Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 57NR is one of Gram Lights’ most recognisable designs — a 10-spoke layout with straight spokes that reference the classic Japanese tuning wheel aesthetic of the 1990s–2000s while maintaining structural efficiency for a modern wide-fitment wheel. The “Limited II” designation indicates a special edition release with finish and hardware combinations not available in the standard 57NR catalogue:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemigloss Black finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A low-sheen black finish between gloss (reflective) and matte (flat). Semigloss hides minor surface imperfections and light swirl marks better than gloss, while presenting a more intentional, premium appearance than a flat matte. Well-suited to the BMW tuning aesthetic where blackout wheel setups are popular alongside carbon and dark trim packages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack centrecap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gram Lights logo centrecap in matching black — included in the package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack spoke sticker set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gram Lights includes coloured spoke sticker sets with the 57NR. This package includes black stickers for a fully blacked-out presentation. Alternative sticker colours may be available separately if a contrast accent is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack air valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching black rubber or aluminium air valve stem included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e18x9.5 +45 — Fitment Context for 5x120 Vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5x120 is BMW’s bolt pattern, used across the majority of modern BMW models. 18x9.5 at +45 offset is a performance fitment — wider than OEM on most 5x120 applications, producing a moderate outward stance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBMW F30\/F31 3 Series (2012–2019):\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM rear fitment is typically 18x8.5 +47 on M Sport or 18x8 +46 on base. An 18x9.5 +45 on the rear is a moderate widening. Front fitment requires careful caliper clearance check — the wider rim at +45 may require a 5–10mm spacer check depending on suspension setup. Common fitment with 225\/40 front and 245\/40 rear or 235\/40 all-round on lowered F30.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBMW F32\/F33\/F36 4 Series (2014–2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e Similar platform to F30. Rear 18x9.5 +45 is a popular performance fitment. Front check required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBMW F80 M3 \/ F82 M4 (2015–2020):\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM rear is 19x9.5 +25 (wider offset than this wheel). An 18x9.5 +45 on an M3\/M4 will sit noticeably more inboard than OEM — some owners run this intentionally for a different aesthetic or tyre size strategy. Confirm desired fitment outcome before ordering for M3\/M4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBMW F10 5 Series (2011–2016):\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger body — 18x9.5 +45 is typically a rear fitment option. Front depends on trim and caliper size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHub bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 57NR Limited II in 5x120 uses a 72.56mm hub bore, matching BMW’s standard hub. Hub-centric rings are not required for BMW applications. For other 5x120 vehicles with a different hub bore, hub-centric rings are available separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways verify final fitment — tyre width, suspension height, and brake caliper clearance — with your specific vehicle configuration before ordering. Wheel fitment is not returnable once mounted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSingle wheel. Sold individually. Flow-formed by Rays Engineering. 18x9.5 +45 5x120 72.56mm hub bore. Semigloss Black. Black centrecap, stickers, and air valve included. 28 lbs. Confirm caliper and suspension clearance before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Gram Lights (Rays Engineering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart Number: WGN2X45WSB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 57NR Limited II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Flow-formed (Rays process)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 18\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 9.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffset: +45mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt pattern: 5x120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHub bore: 72.56mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Semigloss Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Black centrecap, black spoke sticker set, black air valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 28 lbs (per wheel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as: Single wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gram Lights","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51444528742567,"sku":"GLSWGN2X45WSB","price":1017.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/8344\/1063\/files\/aae9a1c765573bd8d0f1f5099e76700dL_eb352c7b-7b46-4857-865d-3224675dddcb.jpg?v=1790782741","url":"https:\/\/www.straightsiximports.com\/products\/gram-lights-57nr-limited-ii-18x9-5-45-5-120-semigloss-black-wheel-w-black-cap-stickers-air-valve","provider":"Straight Six Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}