The Mach 1 wheels used by some members of TMS have been listed as part number M-1007-M178. These wheels are 17X8 and many web sites say they fit up to 04 with an offset of 30.

At the local dealer I picked up a new brochure, "2005 Custom Wheels Accessories". This brochure is green and has an F-150 on the cover. On page 3, right at the top of page is the Mach 1 wheel! The number is XR3Z-1007-CA and it says "Fits 2005 Mustang". I did a search on this number and it comes up on one site only www.fordgenuineaccessory.com and that site does not say anything about offset.

Why the difference in the part numbers? Is there any real difference? So what I am hoping here is that the XR37-1007-CA is in fact the correct 45 offset instead of the 30 on the older Mach 1s. Anyone able to confirm or deny? Most say the offset is not a big deal but I would prefer the 45.

Thanks to anyone that can help.

 

The wheel guide is posted in the documents section as well...

http://bradbarnett.net/mustangs/timeline/05/05/docs.htm


Looks like a misprint.. On the Ford accessories site, they have that wheel listed as a fit for the 2004.

From the site:

Part Number: XR3Z-1007-CA

Part Description: A selection of custom wheels is now available at your local Ford dealer. Designed specifically for your vehicle, they meet Ford’s rigorous appearance, durability and corrosion-resistance requirements. Each wheel is kitted and includes the wheel, center cap with Pony logo and chrome lug nuts.

Color: Painted Aluminum

Unit MSRP: $184.83

Fits: Ford Mustang 2004

 

They're probably just stretching the specs of what will look right on the '05 or they're assuming most people don't care (or don't know the difference) if their wheels stick out farther than stock.

 

Machs over the Bullitts huh?? :scratch:

 

Thanks for the input guys. Figured it was probably too good to be true. Likely a typo in the brochure. I do like the look of the Machs, something a bit different but still pretty affordable and retro. I personally hate the look of the tires sticking outside the wheel wells, even a little bit. Very happy with the look of the bullits but I'll keep my eyes open for alternatives, thanks again.

 

Too bad, I liked those too! :bang:

 

Hellcat, they don't stick out. Take a look at mine or Swingle's - mine are 04 Bullitts, Swingles are 04 Machs. He's got beefier tires than mine I think, I've got stock. In my "Crap - It's Here" series, I took a couple of pics from the back rear corners to show how they sat on the car. The difference between the 2 MY's is 15 mm (45 vs 30) so I'll leave it to you to decide on the look. My personal opinion.....the 30 mm versions look better and had I of had a choice between the two (the 05's are coming in April so says Ford Racing), I would have stuck with the older version.

Just an FYI,

Mark.