[JohnnieEgo]

I have 1999 SL500 with stock (17") wheels.


I am looking at both stock & custom rims off a 2005 SL500, as follows:
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Both wheels are (front) 18X8.5, (back) 18x9.5

Will these just bolt on to my SL? Will I have clearance problems given the increased width of the rear tire? Would it matter if it they were off a 2003-2004SL?

Thanks

 

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2005 SL wheel do not fit the 1999 SL correctly

 

[JohnnieEgo]

Update: The wheels I eventually bough are off a 2003 SL as follows:

fronts are 18x8.5 ET35 and the rears are 18x9.5 ET40.The front tires are sizes 255/40/ZR18 and the rears are 285/35/ZR18.

By not "fitting correctly" do you mean a spacer (i.e.1/4") will produce the proper fit? Should I expect any performance or clearance problems with the new rims/tires? Thanks.

 

[SLK350Z]

I've put R230 wheels on an R129 with out any rubbing problem (stock height). Tire size will be slightly taller than your stock one. You'll also need new lug bolts.

 

[JohnnieEgo]

Have you put R230 wheels with ET35 (front) and ET40 (rear)on a R129:

What size new bolts would I use? Thanks.