How long does it typically take to get wheels/tires from FF?

[Pappy's Shop]

I ordered my mkIV kit in June, 2025, and took delivery in July, 2025. To date, I still don't have wheels and tires I ordered through FF. I ordered 17" Halibrand wheels with tires. Six months seems excessive to me, but is this normal?
I contacted FF before the holidays and they told me I am on a list once they get a delivery from their supplier, but they couldn't even give me a timeline for that.

Is anyone else having this issue?

-Chris

[michael everson]

I know they shipped a bunch before the holiday. Maybe yours too. Look on the bright side, if you dont need them, your tires will be that much newer.
I keep a set of 4 spare tires and wheels to roll the car on until the actual ones are needed. Get a cheap set of junkyard mustang wheels.
Mike

[edwardb]

Wheels have been an on and off issue for nearly as long as I've been following FF. They are imported (i think most know that) and a rather complicated path. Used to go through a finishing center in Texas. Don't know if that's still the case. But it's complicated enough that I can understand why they can't give you a definite timeline. I know that's not a great answer. But to your specific question, there isn't a "typical" time. It varies a lot. For my Mk5 Anniversary build, the wheels were some months after kit delivery. Still in the boxes though. Not ready for them yet.

[rich grsc]

What did Factory Five tell you?

[Pappy's Shop]

Rich,

I was told my name is on a list for the next shipment. But that was a while ago now.

-Chris