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      10-09-2012, 06:54 AM   #1
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Drives: le mans 130i, e30 no more :(
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E87 Wheel Offsets / fitment.

Hi all,

I'm looking at getting some wheels for my 130i and I'd just like to see if anyone knows if there would be any clearance/rubbing issues...

My current set up:
Suspension: stock M-sport
Wheels: BMW Style 208
7.5x18” et49 205/45 18 (Front)
8.0x18” et49 225/40 18 (Rear)

I'm thinking of getting some new wheels:
VMR VB3
8.5x18" et40 225/40 18 (Front)
9.5x18" et45 255/35 18 (Rear)

I am pretty sure these wheels & tyres will fit on the coupes E82/E88 alright, but I'm not 100% certain if the hatches E81/E87 will have any rubbing or not, particularly in the rear? Might I need to go with a 245/35 rear tyre?

Does anyone have anything to add? Any experiences?

Thanks!
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