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09-13-2016, 07:59 PM | #1 |
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Help Buying rims 07' 530i | Need Assistance
I currently drive a 530i year 2007. I am looking to purchase new rims and tires. I have looked up the specifications, but looking on places like Craigslist, they leave out a lot of info. If i were to get 19" rims, what other specifications should i look for when buying the rim?
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09-14-2016, 02:05 PM | #2 |
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There's three important measurements that you need to know... lug pattern, offset and center bore. All BMW vehicles have a 5 x 120 mm lug pattern. That's the number of holes and the distance between them. Offset (also referred to as "ET") is the distance from the wheel center to your strut. On your car, it can vary between 13 and 35. The center bore is the diameter of the rim hole that fits over the hub. This has to be snug and the measurement needs to be 72.5 mm.
With that said, you can choose anywhere from a 17 - 20" rim. The smaller the rim, the more comfortable the ride. Here's a great site that lists most of the OEM wheel styles for your car: http://www.bmwstylewheels.com/5/E60+ For Craigslist posts, insist that they tell you what those three measurements are. If they can't, move on. |
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09-15-2016, 06:21 AM | #4 |
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Or you could buy a set that's already set for your car. Like these
Feeler FOR SALE: 20" Work VSXX Staggered 9.5" & 11" with tires http://e60.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1294184 |
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09-15-2016, 04:00 PM | #5 | |
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My only concern is, would i have to raise my car or roll out the fenders? My car currently has 18" and i have about 2.5 finger space from the fender?. |
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09-15-2016, 04:15 PM | #6 | |
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I don't think you would have any issues. I'm running RD Sport springs which are the most aggressive lowering springs for the e60 M5 (excluding coil overs) and I have no rubbing issues nor did I have to roll the fenders. I'm currently running a 15 mm spacer in the front. Rear are flush with a bit of stretch on the tires and has no rubbing. Shoot me a PM with a reasonable offer and we can take it from there. Where are you located? My current price is $2,950 |
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09-15-2016, 07:44 PM | #7 | |
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