Will these wheels fit my 330Ci without rubbing?

Redline330Ci · 09-09-2012, 03:47 PM

Here are the specs:

Size: 18"x8" front (2" lip), 18"x9" rear (3" lip)

Off Set: +40mm front, +40mm rear

Bolt Pattern: 5x120

Center Bore: 74.1mm
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Will I need spacers? Will I need to modify my fenders?

Thanks guys!

Blocked Out · 09-09-2012, 05:14 PM

The rims are designed for E39 due to the center bore size BUT they will fit just fine on your car with hub rings. I just a very hard time imagining a 3" lip with a +40 offset , either the rims are extremely CONVEX or there is a typo

reyes186 · 09-09-2012, 05:19 PM

Pic

Redline330Ci · 09-09-2012, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blocked Out

The rims are designed for E39 due to the center bore size BUT they will fit just fine on your car with hub rings. I just a very hard time imagining a 3" lip with a +40 offset , either the rims are extremely CONVEX or there is a typo

Hmm, Im not familar with a hub ring. Thanks for the info. Here is a pic of the rim. They have a 2 inch lip on the front and 3 inch on the rear. IMO they will look awesome on my silver 330Ci.

GMrc51 · 09-09-2012, 05:33 PM

hub centric rings adapters available at ecstuning......cheap too

Sent from my PC36100

Redline330Ci · 09-09-2012, 06:13 PM

Part 2. I found a screaming deal on some slightly used tires...The fronts are 225/40/18 which I know will fit.

My question is on the rears--will 265/35/18 tires fit on a 18 x 9 rim and not rub??

Redline330Ci · 09-09-2012, 11:10 PM

Another wheel Im looking it are these:

Size - Front 18 x 8.0 / Rear 18 x 9.0

Bolt Pattern - 5 x 120

Offset - Front +38 / Rear +45

Centerbore to fit - 74.1mm
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Im assuming these offsets will work as well?

Any opinions from anyone on which wheel they like better?

Redline330Ci · 09-09-2012, 11:50 PM

One last option:

Size - 18x8"

Offset - 35mm

Bolt Pattern- 5x120

ModBargains II · 09-21-2012, 06:09 PM

I personally would go with the 2nd option as it is an OEM style wheel with a bit of twist with that polished lip.
The wheel offsets are perfect for your E46 coupe but again you will require hub centric rings that bring the centerbore down from a 74.1 to a 72.56 (we have them in stock).
I can actually get you setup on a set of wheels that is going to be a perfect fit without having to run hubrings or spacers.

PM coming your way

VMRWheels · 09-21-2012, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ModBargains II

I personally would go with the 2nd option as it is an OEM style wheel with a bit of twist with that polished lip.
The wheel offsets are perfect for your E46 coupe but again you will require hub centric rings that bring the centerbore down from a 74.1 to a 72.56 (we have them in stock).
I can actually get you setup on a set of wheels that is going to be a perfect fit without having to run hubrings or spacers.

PM coming your way

+1 for the second choice. I like the first option as well but definitely prefer the second option.

ModBargains IV · 09-21-2012, 07:06 PM

Those wheels would work after you get 4 hubcentric rings - 74.1 - 72.56.

-Frank

Redline330Ci · 09-21-2012, 09:00 PM

Sounds like I made the right choice because I went with option 2...In fact, I just had new tires installed today and the wheels will go on the car tomorrow. Ill take some pics and upload them tomorrow...

Redline330Ci · 09-22-2012, 07:30 PM

Ok, so I installed the wheels....

Here are the before pics with OEM style 68 wheels:

After:

ahab_01 · 10-03-2012, 04:06 PM

Are you planning to sell your original Style 68 rims? if so, how much would you sell for?

Redline330Ci · 10-03-2012, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ahab_01

Are you planning to sell your original Style 68 rims? if so, how much would you sell for?

Yes I am...In fact I have them for sale now on Craigslist.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/pts/3292240504.html

zander271 · 10-03-2012, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redline330Ci

Yes I am...In fact I have them for sale now on Craigslist.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/pts/3292240504.html

Hmm I'm in Kirkland and may snag these for some winter wheels. Bummer is I don't need the tires.

Redline330Ci · 10-04-2012, 12:14 AM

I know the tires sell for almost $500 brand new--You could probably sell them for $300 if you wanted which would still be a good deal for someone.

Let me know if you want to set up a time to see the wheels.

zander271 · 10-04-2012, 01:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redline330Ci

I know the tires sell for almost $500 brand new--You could probably sell them for $300 if you wanted which would still be a good deal for someone.

Let me know if you want to set up a time to see the wheels.

I'll take a look at them. Hopefully I can find a seller for just the tires. How about this Sunday?

Redline330Ci · 10-04-2012, 01:55 AM

Sunday works for me. Since your in Kirkland and Im in Renton why dont we meet at the Park N Ride parking lot in Bellevue at SE 8th? How does 10am or 11am sound?

zander271 · 10-04-2012, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redline330Ci

Sunday works for me. Since your in Kirkland and Im in Renton why dont we meet at the Park N Ride parking lot in Bellevue at SE 8th? How does 10am or 11am sound?

10am works for me. I'll PM you my cell phone #. Been looking for a pair of 68's for 2 years. The price is right on yours.

09-09-2012, 03:47 PM	#1
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	Will these wheels fit my 330Ci without rubbing? Here are the specs: Size: 18"x8" front (2" lip), 18"x9" rear (3" lip) Off Set: +40mm front, +40mm rear Bolt Pattern: 5x120 Center Bore: 74.1mm ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Will I need spacers? Will I need to modify my fenders? Thanks guys! __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

09-09-2012, 05:14 PM	#2
Blocked Out Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 5,457 My Ride: Imola 330i M-Sport View My Garage	The rims are designed for E39 due to the center bore size BUT they will fit just fine on your car with hub rings. I just a very hard time imagining a 3" lip with a +40 offset , either the rims are extremely CONVEX or there is a typo __________________ Original BMW Teile /// ====>>> E46 Coupe Airbags

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09-09-2012, 06:13 PM	#6
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	Part 2. I found a screaming deal on some slightly used tires...The fronts are 225/40/18 which I know will fit. My question is on the rears--will 265/35/18 tires fit on a 18 x 9 rim and not rub?? __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

09-09-2012, 11:10 PM	#7
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	Another wheel Im looking it are these: Size - Front 18 x 8.0 / Rear 18 x 9.0 Bolt Pattern - 5 x 120 Offset - Front +38 / Rear +45 Centerbore to fit - 74.1mm ------------------------------------------------------------------- Im assuming these offsets will work as well? Any opinions from anyone on which wheel they like better? __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

09-09-2012, 05:33 PM	#5
GMrc51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: SFbayarea Posts: 75 My Ride: 2001 325 coupe topaz View My Garage	hub centric rings adapters available at ecstuning......cheap too Sent from my PC36100

09-09-2012, 11:50 PM	#8
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	One last option: Size - 18x8" Offset - 35mm Bolt Pattern- 5x120 __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

09-21-2012, 06:09 PM	#9
ModBargains II Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: La Habra , Ca Posts: 291 My Ride: Evo 8GSR View My Garage	I personally would go with the 2nd option as it is an OEM style wheel with a bit of twist with that polished lip. The wheel offsets are perfect for your E46 coupe but again you will require hub centric rings that bring the centerbore down from a 74.1 to a 72.56 (we have them in stock). I can actually get you setup on a set of wheels that is going to be a perfect fit without having to run hubrings or spacers. PM coming your way __________________ We Specialize In: BMW Parts \| BMW Tuning \| Avant Garde Wheels \| VMR Wheels \| BMW Headlights \| Alufelgen Wheels Sales \| Gilbert@ModBargains.com \| (714) 582-3330 ext. 8004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-7:00pm \| Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm (PST)

09-21-2012, 07:06 PM	#11
ModBargains IV Sponsor Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: La Habra, CA Posts: 86 My Ride: E90 335i, Honda Fit View My Garage	Those wheels would work after you get 4 hubcentric rings - 74.1 - 72.56. -Frank __________________ We Specialize In: BMW Rims \| BMW Tail Lights \| BMW Exhaust \| Remus Exhaust \| Injen Intake \| KW Suspension Frank Kim \| Frank@ModBargains.com \| (714) 582-3330 ext. 8003 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (PST)

09-21-2012, 09:00 PM	#12
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	Sounds like I made the right choice because I went with option 2...In fact, I just had new tires installed today and the wheels will go on the car tomorrow. Ill take some pics and upload them tomorrow... __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

09-22-2012, 07:30 PM	#13
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	Ok, so I installed the wheels.... Here are the before pics with OEM style 68 wheels: After: __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

10-03-2012, 04:06 PM	#14
ahab_01 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Oakville Posts: 1 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330ci View My Garage	Are you planning to sell your original Style 68 rims? if so, how much would you sell for?

10-04-2012, 12:14 AM	#17
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	I know the tires sell for almost $500 brand new--You could probably sell them for $300 if you wanted which would still be a good deal for someone. Let me know if you want to set up a time to see the wheels. __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

10-04-2012, 01:55 AM	#19
Redline330Ci Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 27 My Ride: 2001 BMW 330Ci View My Garage	Sunday works for me. Since your in Kirkland and Im in Renton why dont we meet at the Park N Ride parking lot in Bellevue at SE 8th? How does 10am or 11am sound? __________________ 2001 BMW 330Ci with 5 speed manual Sports Package Premium Package

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