Gram Lights 57CR 18x9.5 +38 5x100 Wheel - Admiral Blue | WGCRX38D2ZZ

Overview

The Gram Lights 57CR 18x9.5 +38 5x100 in Admiral Blue is an Overseas Limited cast aluminum wheel by Rays Engineering — purpose-built for JDM sport compact enthusiasts who demand genuine Japanese performance heritage and show-stopping style. Designed for 5x100 bolt-pattern platforms including the Toyota GR86, Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S, and Subaru Impreza WRX, this 18-inch wheel delivers an aggressive concave profile with the quality assurance of RAYS JWL+R Spec 1 certification. Whether you're building a dedicated track car, a weekend canyon carver, or a clean street build, the 57CR Admiral Blue is the definitive pure sports wheel for your platform.

Key Features & Benefits

• Iconic 5-Spoke Concave Design — The spoke rises from the rim well through to the center section, providing an ultimate concave aesthetic while maintaining rigidity and strength as the top priority — the hallmark profile of a true sports wheel.
• Exclusive Admiral Blue "Overseas Limited" Colorway — A special limited-release finish available only outside Japan that accentuates the 57CR's sportiness with a deep, eye-catching blue tone that sets your build apart from the crowd.
• Knurling Finish Technology — A performance feature cultivated in the professional drifting scene: the knurled bead seat reduces slippage between wheel and tire, enabling full and consistent power transfer to the road under hard acceleration and lateral loads.
• RAYS & "57" Engraved Spokes — Signature RAYS and 57 branding is engraved directly into the spokes, authenticating Japanese craftsmanship and honoring Rays' motorsport heritage dating back to the 1970s.
• Optimized Weight Reduction — The center section forgoes additional drilled holes because sufficient mass is removed through the spoke geometry itself — resulting in a cleaner, stronger look and a wheel weight of approximately 21 lbs in this size.
• Width-Specific Concave Face Design — Each rim width receives an exclusively tuned concave face profile, ensuring the 18x9.5 delivers its own aggressive, deep-dish appearance distinct from narrower variants.
• Cast 1-Piece Construction with JWL+R Spec 1 Certification — Built by Rays Co., Ltd. in Japan using proprietary aluminum alloy and subjected to RAYS' own rigorous testing standards exceeding the JWL+R Spec 1 benchmark for strength and fatigue resistance.
• Black High-Speed Air Valve Included — A color-matched black high-speed air valve is included to complement the wheel's finish and ensure proper high-performance tire inflation.
• Versatile Street & Track Application — Size settings carefully selected for use in sports scenes including racing and drifting competitions, yet equally at home on a daily-driven build.

What's Included

• 1× Gram Lights 57CR Cast Wheel — 18x9.5 +38 5x100 Admiral Blue (WGCRX38D2ZZ)
• 1× Black High-Speed Air Valve (HB1)
• Note: Center caps are NOT included and must be purchased separately. Hub-centric rings may be required depending on your vehicle's hub bore.

Specifications

Fitment & Compatibility

This wheel is engineered for vehicles running a 5x100mm bolt pattern with a hub bore of 65.0mm. Confirmed fitment applications include:

• Toyota GR86 (2022–present, ZN8 Chassis)
• Subaru BRZ (2022–present, ZD8 Chassis; 2013–2021, ZC6 Chassis) — fender roll may be required depending on tire specs
• Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 (2013–2016, ZN6 Chassis) — fender roll may be required depending on tire specs
• Subaru Impreza WRX (2008–2014, GH/GE/GR/GV Chassis) — fender roll required depending on tire specs

⚠ Fitment Note: Careful consideration of wheel width, offset, and tire sizing must be observed when installing 18x9.5 wheels. Fender rolling, spacers, or alignment adjustments may be necessary depending on suspension setup, drop height, and tire selection. Hub-centric rings may be required if your vehicle's hub bore differs from 65.0mm. Always verify fitment with your vehicle's specific configuration before purchasing.

Installation

The Gram Lights 57CR is a direct bolt-on upgrade for compatible 5x100 vehicles using the factory lug hardware (M12x1.25 thread pitch is standard on most Subaru/Toyota 5x100 applications — verify before purchase). No modifications are required on stock-height vehicles, though fender rolling is recommended when running aggressive tire sizing on lowered builds. A professional wheel and tire shop installation is recommended to ensure proper torque spec (~90 ft-lbs), wheel balance, and hub-centric fitment. Hub-centric rings (65mm ID to match your vehicle's hub) should be used if the vehicle hub bore is smaller than 65mm.

About Gram Lights by Rays Engineering

Gram Lights debuted in 2001 under the Rays Engineering umbrella — the same Japanese manufacturer behind the legendary Volk Racing TE37 — and has built a global following for pushing cast wheel production to its limits with unique finishes, innovative designs, and motorsport-validated performance. The "57" designation found across the entire Gram Lights lineup is a tribute to Rays' racing roots in the 1970s. Every Gram Lights 57CR is manufactured at Rays' facility in Japan and backed by the Rays Manufacturing Defect Warranty.