AlloyGator est-il compatible avec les jantes forgées des McLaren LT ?

Oui, sous réserve de vérification du diamètre et de la largeur du rebord. Les jantes 19 et 20 pouces entrent dans la plage de compatibilité standard du profilé AlloyGator. Pour les jantes 21 pouces des versions LT ou Senna, la confirmation se fait via le configurateur en ligne avant commande.

La pose abîme-t-elle la finition noire mate ou titane de la jante ?

Non. Le profilé est glissé entre le pneu et le rebord de la jante sans contact abrasif avec la surface peinte ou traitée. La pose par un installateur du réseau prend environ une heure et ne nécessite aucun démontage de carrosserie.

Faut-il retirer les AlloyGator lors du changement de pneus ?

Oui, les profilés sont retirés lors du démontage du pneu, puis reposés sur le nouveau pneumatique. Un installateur du réseau AlloyGator effectue cette opération dans le cadre d'un remplacement de pneus classique. Pour planifier la pose sur votre McLaren, consultez le réseau d'installateurs agréés AlloyGator ou accédez directement à la page dédiée à la protection jantes McLaren pour vérifier la compatibilité de votre modèle et choisir la couleur du profilé via le simulateur en ligne.

Protecting McLaren alloy wheels: diameters, models and advice

July 31, 2026 49

McLaren alloy wheels cost between €1,800 and €4,500 each depending on the model — McLaren wheel protection isn't an optional extra, it's a sound financial decision.

Whether it's a 570S used daily or an Artura taken out at weekends, the large-diameter alloy wheels on McLarens are constantly exposed to kerbs, speed bumps and car park edges. Replacing a single wheel often exceeds the budget of a full annual service. Before it comes to that, here is what you need to know about the specific characteristics of these alloy wheels and how to keep them in pristine condition.

Diameters and finishes of standard McLaren alloy wheels

McLaren does not produce any model below 19 inches. The majority of standard variants are fitted with 19-inch wheels at the front and 20-inch wheels at the rear — an asymmetric combination inherited from motorsport. Some Sport or Carbon Series packages move up to 20/21 inches. This large diameter reduces the tyre sidewall available to absorb impacts, leaving the alloy wheel rim directly in the firing line.

Factory finishes vary depending on the model year and trim level:

Polished or satin aluminium: standard finish on the 570S, 570GT and GT
Gloss or matt black: a common option on the 720S, 765LT and Artura
Brushed titanium: MSO (McLaren Special Operations) finish, extremely difficult to replicate during repair
Lightweight forged alloy wheels: fitted to the LT (Longtail) and Senna models, not repairable by conventional methods

A scuff on an MSO or brushed titanium forged alloy wheel cannot be corrected by simple polishing — restoration requires either full replacement or specialist refurbishment, charged at between €400 and €800 per wheel. Alloy wheel protectors fitted in advance cost a fraction of that sum.

Most at-risk models and high-risk situations

McLarens with reduced ground clearance — notably the 720S (approximately 120 mm ground clearance) and the 765LT — have a geometry that mechanically brings the alloy wheel rim closer to low-lying obstacles. The models most frequently affected by alloy wheel damage are:

McLaren 570S / 570GT: highest sales volume, more regular use, 19/20-inch alloy wheels
McLaren GT: designed for long journeys, and therefore more frequently exposed to urban car parks
McLaren Artura: 19/20-inch alloy wheels as standard, black or silver finish susceptible to surface scratches
McLaren 720S: ultra-lightweight alloy wheels with slender spokes, reduced contact surface but highly visible

Usage patterns increase exposure further: a GT driver covering 15,000 km per year in urban environments statistically multiplies the number of contacts with kerb edges or car park ramps at tight angles.

The real cost of a McLaren alloy wheel in concrete terms

Model	Standard diameter (front/rear)	OEM alloy wheel price (per wheel)
570S / 570GT	19 / 20 in	€1,800 – €2,400
GT	19 / 20 in	€1,900 – €2,600
720S	19 / 20 in	2,200 – 3,200 EUR
Artura	19 / 20 in	2,000 – 3,000 EUR
765LT / Senna (forged)	19 / 21 in	3,500 – 4,500 EUR

A full set of AlloyGators fitted to all four wheels costs approximately 99 EUR in labour at an approved fitter, plus the cost of the set itself. The value proposition is clear.

Owners of Ferrari, ofAston Martin or for Bentley face the same equation: the more expensive the alloy wheel, the more sensible the case for protecting it from the outset.

FAQ

Is AlloyGator compatible with the forged wheels on McLaren LT models?

Yes, subject to verification of the diameter and rim width. 19 and 20-inch wheels fall within the standard compatibility range for the AlloyGator profile. For 21-inch wheels on LT or Senna variants, compatibility can be confirmed via the online configurator before ordering.

Does fitting damage the matte black or titanium finish on the wheel?

No. The profile is slid between the tyre and the rim with no abrasive contact with the painted or treated surface. Fitting by an approved fitter in the AlloyGator network takes approximately one hour and requires no bodywork removal.

Do AlloyGators need to be removed when changing tyres?

Yes, the profiles are removed when the tyre is dismounted, then refitted onto the new tyre. An AlloyGator network fitter carries out this operation as part of a standard tyre replacement.

To arrange fitting on your McLaren, consult the AlloyGator approved fitter network or go directly to the dedicated McLaren alloy wheel protection page to check compatibility for your model and choose your profile colour using the online simulator.

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