Question Guys !!

[Kenny2g]

I'm about to buy a set of wheels that are 19x8, bolt pattern 5x120, 42 mm offset. However, i don't know if they'll fit my 2001 330CI Coupe .The purschase comes with no return. I just don't want them to rub on my fenders. Will i have a problem with this wheel?

 

[adrean8j]

Tell us what type of wheels they are and where you are buying them from.....

 

[Kenny2g]

Tell us what type of wheels they are and where you are buying them from.....

I don't know what other info you need, but the bottom line is that I'm buying them from Ebay. They don't have a name.

 

[Big Daddy]

That is a lot of offset, however I have no idea what the factory offset for your car is. You should check with Discount Tire or Tire Rack as they can answer your questions. We do not have enough information, ie: is the offset listed positive or negative, is your car stock (regarding suspension), etc. I have called Discount tire many times and asked similar questions, they are always willing to help. Good luck!

 

[adrean8j]

I don't know what other info you need, but the bottom line is that I'm buying them from Ebay. They don't have a name.

I said that because then we would know if any of us have seen a Bimmer with those type rims before and make a better judgement before we give you a "good" answer.....more information about the rims wouldnt be a bad thing would it? Soooo bottom line is we need more info! Dont take it wrong just telling you why I asked.....if not then do like Big D says and call Tirerack or Discount tire...I have called Tirerack myself and asked about rims sizes for their application on my 5er and gotten good feedback...

 

[Kenny2g]

I said that because then we would know if any of us have seen a Bimmer with those type rims before and make a better judgement before we give you a "good" answer.....more information about the rims wouldnt be a bad thing would it? Soooo bottom line is we need more info! Dont take it wrong just telling you why I asked.....if not then do like Big D says and call Tirerack or Discount tire...I have called Tirerack myself and asked about rims sizes for their application on my 5er and gotten good feedback...

Sorry if you got my message wrong. I certainly don't intend so. The thing is that i don't understand offset myself. I just know that my car is a Sports & Premium Pkg. I'm scared of getting rubbing on the fenders. My E36 did that before till i got rid of the rims. And those were 18's. These ones are 19's........but i love the rims.

 

[adrean8j]

Here are a couple of good links for explanations of what exacty wheel offset is, the difference between a negative offset and a positive offset, etc, etc...:

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/techpage.jsp?techid=101

http://www.gruppeb.com/BMWwheels/fitments/

I am also going to PM or email our member "Hosagod" about your question because he has an E46 with 19" wheels on it also.....