I have an opportunity now to buy 18 inch style 32 (et47, 8j) wheels for my z3, would they fit without rubbing (and what tyres should I get) - my current wheel size is 16 inches and 225/50
18 inch wheels on z3
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Square set style 32 with 47mm offset should fit just fine tyre size to run would be a 225/45/17.
Stephen.
Stephen.
Did you mean 18? Also I think they are square set and would they sit flush with the fender because I am going from 7j to 8j I am hoping to fill up the massive gap in the rear and I hope they don’t stick out at the front
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Got 18s on mine, and no problems. Try putting some numbers in this
https://www.willtheyfit.com/
other comparison sites are available.
https://www.willtheyfit.com/
other comparison sites are available.
I’m not a racer
- this will be my first car lolI am just saying that bigger wheels and tyres are heavier, result a very stiff ride and due to low profile of the tyre are more prone to damage. Maybe you have to consider these facts as also the expense of repairs or normal replacement that is a lot higher than the 16 ones. Cheers
What 17 inch (style 32) wheel setup would you guys recommend for my car
1999 BMW Z3 - Wheel & Tire Sizes, PCD, Offset and Rims specs
Wheel size, PCD, offset, and other specifications such as bolt pattern, thread size (THD), center bore (CB), trim levels for 1999 BMW Z3. Wheel and tire fitment data. Original equipment and alternative options.
I run 20"s on mine, no problem on most roads lots of fun, but bad roads, you know about it...
295/30 rear and 265/35 front. offsets I,m not sure about. It,s the way I got it. I also like the look, and since its just a Sunday drive it suits.
I,m in trouble if I ever get a flat though...
295/30 rear and 265/35 front. offsets I,m not sure about. It,s the way I got it. I also like the look, and since its just a Sunday drive it suits.
I,m in trouble if I ever get a flat though...
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@JAMZILLA321 - did you go ahead and buy the 18” style 32 wheels? Looking for a set myself, interested to hear how they are if you did
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Around here there's plenty that would vote for Avon ZV7s. Any good quality tyre will probably do, it does seem that these Z3s can be fussy about having mis-matched tyres.
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Ok super - appreciate the quick feedback
+1
I just fitted the Avon ZV7s and am very happy with them. Transformed the ride (however that may have been more to do with the ditchfinder XLs I was running before)
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Thanks John - I'm going for the Avons then.
I had Goodyears originally and hated them. It is a boy racer car and now have Michelin PS and love them.
The Misses car is more of a daily. It's running Uniroyals with Sharkskin technology. No clue what sharks have to do with driving but they are a good all around and do really well in the wet.
The Misses car is more of a daily. It's running Uniroyals with Sharkskin technology. No clue what sharks have to do with driving but they are a good all around and do really well in the wet.
MPS for me also; nothing better IMO.