About This Scion FR-S Base 2013 Build
We love featuring real builds from real owners. This Scion FR-S Base 2013 sits on a set of 18×8.5 / 18×8.5-inch Anovia Elder wheels, and the result speaks for itself.
The owner chose Anovia for a reason. This brand delivers serious quality and a design language that turns heads at every car meet. We see hundreds of Scion FR-S Base builds come through WheelFront every month, but this one stands out. The combination of the exterior with the Anovia Elder creates a look that balances aggression with elegance.
Fitment Breakdown: Anovia Elder on the Scion FR-S Base 2013
I walked around this FR-S for an hour at the last meet, and the 18x8.5 Anovia Elder setup is spot on. We love an 18-inch wheel on this chassis because it balances aesthetic aggression with real-world usability. The 8.5-inch width provides a solid footprint without turning the steering feel into a chore.
The +35 offset is the secret sauce here. It pushes the face of the wheel just enough to sit flush with the factory fenders without requiring a widebody kit. We see a lot of guys go too aggressive, but this setup keeps the geometry clean.
You get plenty of caliper clearance with the Elder design, which is a relief for anyone running stock brakes. These spokes have a nice curve that tucks away from the rotor hats. You won't have any contact issues, even if you decide to upgrade to a big brake kit later.
The hub bore sits perfectly on the FR-S hub. We appreciate when a wheel manufacturer actually nails the center bore so you avoid those annoying vibration issues. It feels as solid at highway speeds as it does in the parking lot.
Because the car sits on lowering springs, the fender gap disappears almost entirely. We noticed a very tight tolerance between the tire shoulder and the inner fender liner. If you hit a massive bump while turning hard, you might hear a faint whisper of rubbing.
The barrel lip depth on the 18x8.5 size adds just enough visual weight. It makes the wheel look purposeful rather than like a cheap factory upgrade. We think this is the exact sweet spot for a daily-driven street build.
Always double-check your alignment after you drop the car on springs. That extra camber is your best friend when you run a +35 offset. Keep your specs tight, and you will never worry about chewing up your sidewalls.
What We Recommend for Scion FR-S Base 2013 Owners
If you want to replicate this look, stick to the 18x8.5 sizing. We have tested dozens of combos, and anything wider than 9 inches often creates headaches with the front suspension geometry. Keep it simple and keep it effective.
For offsets, we tell everyone to stay between +30 and +38. Anything lower than +30 requires serious fender rolling that usually ruins the clean lines of the FR-S. Stick to the +35 range for that perfect "poke" without the fender drama.
We always suggest a square setup on this car. It lets you rotate your tires properly, which saves you a fortune in the long run. Staggered setups on the FR-S just mess with the balanced handling that makes this car so fun to drive.
Don't fall for the trap of extreme tire stretch. Use a 235/40 or 245/35 tire to get the most out of your contact patch. You want grip, not just a trendy look that sacrifices your ability to actually corner.
Avoid cheap spacers if you can help it. If you choose the right offset from the jump, you don't need them. Spacers just add another failure point that we hate to see on a car that gets pushed hard.
Style and Build Analysis
The Raven Black finish on these Elders is aggressive and moody. It pulls the eye inward and makes the whole car look like it means business. We love how it contrasts against lighter paint, but on a dark car, it creates a "murdered-out" vibe that never goes out of style.
The spoke pattern on the Elder is refined but edgy. It echoes some of the classic Japanese tuner designs we grew up worshiping in the early 2000s. It looks like it belongs on a mountain pass, not just a showroom floor.
Proportion is everything when you modify an FR-S. These 18s fill the wheel arches perfectly without looking like wagon wheels. The car looks like it's crouching, ready to pounce on the next apex.
We’ve seen a lot of builds go gaudy with bright colors or wild designs. This Anovia setup stays classy and understated. It honors the original silhouette of the Scion while giving it a much-needed shot of adrenaline.
The stance is dialed in perfectly for a street-driven car. It isn't slammed to the point of being useless, but it looks purposeful and mean. We would pick this aesthetic over a track-only build every single time.
Why We Love This Build
This car stops us in our tracks because it hits that rare sweet spot between form and function. The Raven Black Anovia Elders catch the sunlight in a way that highlights every single curve of the wheel’s design. When the car rolls to a stop, the way the wheels sit flush against the fenders makes the whole platform look leagues more expensive than it actually is.
We love that this isn't a trailer queen. It is a driver’s car, built for canyon runs and late-night cruises. Every time we walk away from it, we find ourselves looking back over our shoulder. It is the perfect blueprint for anyone wanting to elevate their FR-S.
This is the build that makes you fall in love with the FR-S all over again. Stop thinking about it and just get the wheels.
Full Specs Breakdown
Here is exactly what this owner is running. We break down every detail so you can replicate this build or use it as a starting point for your own setup.
- Car Make & Model: Scion FR-S Base 2013
- Vehicle Color:
- Wheel Brand & Model: Anovia Elder
- Wheel Size: 18×8.5 / 18×8.5
- Offset: 35 / 35
- Wheel Finish: Raven Black
- Tires: Continental Extremecontact DWS06 Plus 225/40 25.1″x8.9″ / 225/40 25.1″x8.9″
- Suspension: Lowering Springs
Before You Buy: Fitment Checklist
We talk to Scion FR-S Base owners every day. These are the questions we hear most before they pull the trigger on new wheels.
Will 18×8.5 / 18×8.5-inch wheels fit my Scion FR-S Base? Yes, but fitment depends on width, offset, and tire size working together. A wrong offset means rubbing. A wrong tire size means poor handling. Always verify all three.
Do I need to modify my fenders? That depends on your offset and suspension. A conservative offset with stock ride height usually fits without modification. Go aggressive and you may need to roll or pull your fenders.
Can I daily-drive this setup? Absolutely. Thousands of Scion FR-S Base owners run 18×8.5 / 18×8.5-inch wheels every day. The key is choosing the right tire with enough sidewall to absorb road imperfections.
