SilverBulletAMG

Would these fit our C32s? There are a million posts regarding offset and rim size, but I haven't found any that referenced these before. Specs below:

"SSR GT3 GT-3 Bright Satin - Staggered Set-Up

2 x Front 18 x 8"
2 x Rear 18 x 9"

Bolt Pattern is 5x112

Offset on fronts are 31, backs are 37.5 and this should fit your 2002 C32 but may need an adapter. Double check."

OverDrive

mmm I had a simlar question, Would

2 x Front 18 x 8 Offset 25
2 x Rear 18 x 9 Offset 20

Think it would fit?

There TSW's Look simlar to ours but are lighter

TemjinX2

the fronts would fit, the rears you'll probably need a spacer. just check the w203 wheel thread.

AWDman

you lookin for a set? i have a friend with 19x8, 19x9 he had on his c55. let me know i'll send you his contact info.

AWDman

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SilverBulletAMG

Those look great but I was hoping to stick with 18"s to save on weight. Although if the price is right I could be swayed. Shoot me a PM with his asking price if you don't mind. Thanks.

SilverBulletAMG

Is that in reply to me or the other guy asking? I'm fine with getting a spacer so long as they work and fit at all. I will do a search for the wheel thread. Thanks.

EDIT: Found the thread HERE Good stuff!

SilverBulletAMG

Hmm, so I found a wheel offset calculator and if I'm doing it right, these are the results.

17" Stock AMGs are 7.5" wide, ET 37mm front and 8.5" wide, ET 32mm rear.

18" SSR GT3s are 8" wide, ET 31mm front and 9" wide, ET 37.5mm rear.

According to the calculator, using those numbers above, my fronts would be the same inner clearance and the outer would be extended an extra 12mm. The rear clearance would be 11mm LESS inner and extended 1mm outer.

Is that right? Calculator used is THIS. I can't find an offset number that makes sense on here as far as proper fitment. Operator error or will these just flat out not work?

1qikctr

according to your numbers, it sounds right. I think you might need spacers for the rear, as for the fronts, you will have to roll the fenders. if you make a U turn.... the wheels might rub depends on the tires you have.

AWDman

my bad didnt notice you were looking at 18s. anyway...why are you? to save 2-4 lbs? are you going road racing and must therefore strive to reduce unsprung weight???

go big my friend. 19x8.5 19x9.5 semi solid forged 3 piece SSR GT3 in satin - superb condition. $1000. these rims are way up these in quality. i had the GT1s on my mitsu 3k GT VR4. and of course the SSR competitions are legendary.

to the other guy asking about ET 25 front rims.....you will be pushing it. it the tire is narrow it may work. if you have a wider 235 then it will rub.

the optimal offsets for 235 is 30-33 on a 8 to 8.5. rears can be 265 on 35 et.

SilverBulletAMG

No my racing consists of 1/4 mile and between the stoplights.lol I sent you a PM on the rims.

AWDman

i know i'm just giving you grief.

you have pm. the rims are in great condition last i checked. work it out with my friend and good luck.

i recommend khumo escta spt 235/35 and 265/30 in 19s for tires - good and cheap.

SilverBulletAMG

Did you roll your fenders or trim the wheel well to get a 265 to fit w/o rubbing? I will email your buddy when I get off work. Thanks again for the heads up.

TemjinX2

yeah its a reply to you. I believe you need a et of at least 31-30 to clear the brakes, depending on the design of the wheel and a et of around 32-33 for the rears.

Right now i'm running 19x8 with a et of 27 front and 30et rear. I went non-staggered with tire size of 235/35/19. No rubbing in the front.

Best person to PM is Frankw. He knows his offsets.