ASK ALL WHEEL/TIRE FITMENT QUESTIONS HERE - The Official Wheel/Tire Fitment Thread

[SSMsport]

here's the option list...

If the PO did attach those badges...it was right around 1987 because they are as aged as the rest of the car. A dealer thing perhaps?

Type Code 1113
E Series E30 ()
Series 3
Type LIM
Steering LL
Doors 2
Engine M20
Displacement 2.50
Power 125
Drive HECK
Transmission MECH
Colour SCHWARZ (086)
Upholstery (0256)
Prod. Date 1986-12-01
Vehicle upgrades
Vehicle options
S209A Differential lock 25%
S281A BMW LA wheel, chrome-plated/round
spoke
S325A Rear spoiler
S401A Lift-up-and-slide-back sunroof, electric
S410A Window lifts, electric, front
S481A Sports seat
S530A Air conditioning
S540A Cruise control
S551A On-board computer II with remote control
S562A Reading light
S675A Sound System
S704A M Sports suspension
S708A M sports steering

[Staszek]

If the PO did attach those badges...it was right around 1987 because they are as aged as the rest of the car. A dealer thing perhaps?

Type Code 1113
E Series E30 ()
Series 3
Type LIM
Steering LL
Doors 2
Engine M20
Displacement 2.50
Power 125
Drive HECK
Transmission MECH
Colour SCHWARZ (086)
Upholstery (0256)
Prod. Date 1986-12-01
Vehicle upgrades
Vehicle options
S209A Differential lock 25%
S281A BMW LA wheel, chrome-plated/round
spoke
S325A Rear spoiler
S401A Lift-up-and-slide-back sunroof, electric
S410A Window lifts, electric, front
S481A Sports seat
S530A Air conditioning
S540A Cruise control
S551A On-board computer II with remote control
S562A Reading light
S675A Sound System
S704A M Sports suspension
S708A M sports steering

Probably dealer. That wheel code was them as my car which were the 14's. Possible they used the same wheel code for the 15's not sure. Either way its an OEM wheel.

[Zaxer]

Vintage 1980’s wheels

I recently rescued 4 vintage 1980’s all aluminum wheels from certain doom that are in surprisingly nice condition. I have confirmed they are 15x6 with a 57.1 center bore and 4x100 bolt pattern. Multiple self-measurements of the offset yields a et38. Would like to install 205/55/15 to fill out the wheel well (suspension on my ‘89 convertible is stock height). Not as concerned about running flush (unless this would appear too far inboard), but I do want to make sure clearance on the backside is sufficient. Any confirmation and/or advice appreciated. Thanks.

[MPLFoster]

Anyone know the specs for an E36? Just picked up a 1998 318i sedan. Would like to know the widest wheels possible without fender rolling. Considering 16-17in wheels.

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[jayallen]

max rim wheel size

Have all stock 87 325 2 dr 5 speed

What is the biggest rim and tire package combos I can put on without any mods

[charltonward]

Stock fender late model
17x9" wheel in the rear.
What is optimum offset to fit a 245/40 under the fender?

[Garrick2007]

87 325is on H&R Super Sports

Looking to purchase Rotiform RSE 4x100 17x8

Not sure what offset I should get... 30 vs 40

Most importantly what about tires? of course I want the widest possible. What would be my ticker (sidewall) tire option then thinner option? Thank you appreciate anyone around to help!

[Das Delfin]

a question about the back - 16x9 et15 H&R race. I'd like to run a Firestone Firehawk indy500. My fenders are rolled & pulled, it's a late model. Can I fit a 205-50-16? Not really going for a stance look but also trying to autocross on these low offset wheels. 225-45 is out of my price range.

I have 225-50-16 now and they rub a bit on hard corners and incline transitions but nothing too too crazy. Will 205-50 fit or should I go down to 215-40? Or even 205-45 :/

[WynneDeeFanchon]

Okay I've dug and dug. I currently happened across a cheap set of XXR527 15x8.25 et0. Well I want to fit 225/45/15. I like the XXR look but I would have no problem getting rid of them if need be. What wheel width/offset would you recommend for no fender rolling or pulling for that tire size? Say I'm on ground control coilovers. Not slammed but lower than stock. Im always open to different rear offsets. I want the widest stance possible front and rear with no fender work.

[Lenwood]

17” style 5 on 87 325

Question for forum: gotta cherry set of 17x7 style 5 wheels. I know I need adapters,what size tire will fit without rubbing. I’m planning onslightly lowering the car with h&r sports and Bilstein shocks. Advice?

[Staszek]

Okay I've dug and dug. I currently happened across a cheap set of XXR527 15x8.25 et0. Well I want to fit 225/45/15. I like the XXR look but I would have no problem getting rid of them if need be. What wheel width/offset would you recommend for no fender rolling or pulling for that tire size? Say I'm on ground control coilovers. Not slammed but lower than stock. Im always open to different rear offsets. I want the widest stance possible front and rear with no fender work.

I think ET 0 is going to be way to aggressive to fit 225's. I could be wrong but they are going to poke out like crazy. I had poke on an Et18 with 225/45/16

Also you have the wrong tire size. Your diameter is an inch smaller then stock, although I have seen people run the 225/45R15 for autocross but its really the wrong size, 225/50R15 would be correcft upsizing for the speedo.

That being any of those tires will look odd with a zero offset (well to me anyway I hate that crazy poke)

[WynneDeeFanchon]

I think ET 0 is going to be way to aggressive to fit 225's. I could be wrong but they are going to poke out like crazy. I had poke on an Et18 with 225/45/16

Also you have the wrong tire size. Your diameter is an inch smaller then stock, although I have seen people run the 225/45R15 for autocross but its really the wrong size, 225/50R15 would be correcft upsizing for the speedo.

That being any of those tires will look odd with a zero offset (well to me anyway I hate that crazy poke)

Noted. I may just turn the rims over for a profit since I got such a good deal. What if I were to go 225/45/16. That's the same diameter. What rim width/offset would work for fitment without rolling fenders in that case?

[Staszek]

Question for forum: gotta cherry set of 17x7 style 5 wheels. I know I need adapters,what size tire will fit without rubbing. I’m planning onslightly lowering the car with h&r sports and Bilstein shocks. Advice?

If they are E39 Style 5 wheels they are 17x8 and the offset is 20mm. With Adapters you will be at ET 2, which is pretty aggressive. You will need a pretty thin tire to not rub.

[Zaxer]

As I have not received any answers on my inquiry a few weeks back, I have gone to the web for an answer (most of my searches come back here LOL). While I haven’t definitively found an answer, I have found this website useful for general wheel/tire inquiries:

https://www.wheel-size.com

I especially found this page useful for a great visual reference:

https://www.wheel-size.com/calc/

You can input your current tire and wheel specs (even input dimensions for fender, wheel well, strut clearance and even scrub radius) and then input a new tire and wheel spec to compare side by side.

Certainly helped me out and hopefully helps you.

[z168]

Trying to with 16s. 16x7.5 ET25 squared set

I wanted to go with 215/45/16s but my local shop doesnt have em. Should I instead go with 205/50, 205/45 or 225/45?

I like the meaty look but dont want it overdone since the wheels are only 7.5 - any thoughts or ideas?