Aston Martin DB9, Rapide, Vantage & Virage Hubcentric Wheel Spacers – 5×114.3 PCD, 68.1mm Bore | UK Made | Brightstone Engineering

Available in 15mm. Need a specific thickness? Contact us.

Why Brightstone Engineering:

• UK manufactured - machined in-house by a UK manufacturer, not imported and relabelled
• True hubcentric fitment - 68.1mm bore engages the hub register exactly, ensuring perfect wheel alignment and vibration-free running at all speeds
• 6082-T6 billet aluminium - aerospace-grade alloy delivering the strength-to-weight ratio these cars demand
• Extended press-fit wheel studs and chrome nuts - supplied with 10 extended studs pressed into the hub and 10 chrome M14×1.5 nuts, providing correct thread engagement through the spacer and wheel
• Brake caliper clearance - creates additional clearance for larger aftermarket brake calipers
• Lifetime guarantee - covers materials and manufacturing defects

Brightstone Engineering Kit - What's Included:

• 2 × hubcentric wheel spacers (15mm)
• 10 × extended press-fit wheel studs (15mm longer than OEM)
• 10 × chrome M14×1.5 wheel nuts

Fitment:

These Aston Martin 5×114.3 (5x114.3) wheel spacers are designed specifically for VH platform vehicles with 5×114.3 PCD (pitch circle diameter), 68.1mm hub bore (centre bore), and a stud-and-nut wheel fastener system. DB9 wheel spacers, Rapide wheel spacers, V8 Vantage wheel spacers, V12 Vantage wheel spacers and Virage wheel spacers are all covered by this kit — spanning Aston Martin Lagonda's full VH platform grand tourer range built at Gaydon, including V8, V12, Roadster and Volante variants.

Installation requires pressing out the OEM studs and fitting the supplied extended press-fit studs - 15mm longer than stock to maintain correct thread engagement through the spacer and wheel. Chrome M14×1.5 nuts are included.

Not compatible with the DB11, DB12, DBX or DBX707 — those models use a bolt-through-wheel system with M14×1.5 hardware and a different 5×128 bolt pattern. Not compatible with the new Vantage (2018+) which also uses a bolt system. See our Aston Martin 5x128 75.1mm Spacers here.

• Aston Martin DB9 — Coupé and Volante (2004–2016)
• Aston Martin Rapide — all variants including Rapide S (2010–2020)
• Aston Martin V8 Vantage — Coupé and Roadster (2005–2017)
• Aston Martin V12 Vantage — Coupé and Roadster (2009–2018)
• Aston Martin Virage — Coupé and Volante (2011–2012)

All models above use 5×128 PCD, 75.1mm centre bore and M14×1.5 ball-seat wheel bolts. DB11 and DB12 use a two-stage torque procedure — 80Nm first stage, 150Nm final. DBX and DBX707 torque to 175Nm in a single stage. Always verify your exact specification before fitting and use a calibrated torque wrench.

Not compatible with Aston Martin models using stud-and-nut fastener systems — including the Rapide and Vanquish II, which use M14×2.0 nuts. If you're unsure which fastener system your car uses, contact us before ordering.

Installation:

 Professional fitting is strongly recommended. The supplied extended studs are press-fit - OEM studs must be removed and the new studs pressed into the hub using a suitable press or hub nut method before fitting the spacer. Do not hammer studs into place.

All VH platform models use the same two-stage torque procedure on the wheel nuts — 80Nm first stage, 180Nm final stage. Tighten in a star pattern at each stage using the supplied chrome M14×1.5 nuts.

Critical: Always ensure the same size wheel nut is used across all five positions on each wheel. Never mix 21mm and 22mm wheel nuts on the same vehicle - mixing nut sizes is a safety hazard.

Always use a calibrated torque wrench. Re-check torque after 50–100 miles. Ensure a minimum of 8 full turns of thread engagement on all nuts.

Shipping & Guarantee:

• Free UK delivery on all orders
• International shipping available
• Lifetime guarantee on all Brightstone spacers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are wheel spacers safe on an Aston Martin DB9 or Vantage?

Yes, provided they are hubcentric, correctly specified, and installed to the correct torque. A hubcentric spacer engages the hub register directly so the hub carries the load, not the studs. Our spacers are machined to OEM tolerances and supplied with extended press-fit studs and chrome M14×1.5 nuts for the VH platform.

Will wheel spacers void my Aston Martin warranty?

Fitting aftermarket components can affect warranty coverage on modified parts, but does not automatically void your entire vehicle warranty under UK consumer law. Most VH platform cars are now outside their original warranty period. We recommend retaining installation records regardless.

What size wheel spacers should I fit to my DB9 or Vantage?

We offer 15mm for VH platform models. This is the minimum thickness that achieves true hubcentric fitment on the 5×114.3 hub and delivers a meaningful improvement to stance and track width without requiring suspension adjustment.

Do I need a press to fit these spacers?

Yes. The supplied extended studs are press-fit items — the OEM studs need to be removed and the new studs pressed into the hub before the spacer is fitted. This requires either a hydraulic press or the hub nut press-in method. This is one of the reasons we strongly recommend professional installation for this fitment.

What is the correct torque for Aston Martin VH platform wheel nuts?

All VH platform models use a two-stage procedure — tighten to 80Nm first, then re-torque to 180Nm in a star pattern using the supplied chrome M14×1.5 nuts. Never use an impact gun. Always use a calibrated torque wrench and re-check after 50–100 miles.

What is the difference between hubcentric and lug-centric spacers?

A hubcentric spacer has a precision-machined bore matching your hub diameter — 68.1mm in this case — so the hub centres the wheel and carries the lateral load. A lug-centric spacer relies on the studs to centre the wheel, which can cause vibration and places additional stress on the fasteners. All Brightstone spacers are hubcentric.

Are these compatible with the DB11, DB12 or new Vantage?

No. The DB11 and DB12 use a 5×128 bolt pattern with M14×1.5 bolt-through-wheel hardware. The new Vantage (2018+) also uses a bolt system. See our 5x128 Aston Martin wheel spacer here.