souljas_1

I'm trying to get some rims for my C55 to replace the OEMs that came with my vehicle. I heard good things about victoriatire, so I'm using them to purchase.

I used their search feature to see what wheels fit the car. Since I use rear 255/35/R18, I realized the rear 245/35/R18 they use and the 18X8.0 rims would not work. The front 225/40/R18 will fit all these selections as well. I narrowed it down to the following black rims that I'd like to get your opinions/recommendations on [attached a picture as well]:

STERN HYPER MESH BLACK:
http://www.victoriatire.com/wheel_ST...8Rear%29_18_18

ADR PROPULSION BLACK:
http://www.victoriatire.com/wheel_AD...8Rear%29_18_18

ACE MATRIX BLACK:
http://www.victoriatire.com/wheel_AC...8Rear%29_18_18

LUXE LX-3 BLACK:
http://www.victoriatire.com/wheel_LU...8Rear%29_18_18

CONCEPT ONE VISION BLACK:
http://www.victoriatire.com/wheel_CO...8Rear%29_18_18

ACE WEBB BLACK:
http://www.victoriatire.com/wheel_AC...8Rear%29_18_18

A confusing part for me to make a selection is regarding the impact the different rim widths will have on the vehicle.

225/40/R18: Rim width range is 7.5 - 9 inches, Measured rim width is 8 inches
255/35/R18: Rim width range is 8.5 - 10 inches, Measured rim with is 10 inches

For instance, I am leaning towards the Concept One Vision Black. The only available size is 18X8.5. Based on their website, I can put this on the front and the rear of the car. Would there be noticeable differences in handling?

I also like the Luxe LX-3 Black. The available sizes are 18x8 and 18x9. Based on their website, the fronts can fit both these versions. How would I go about choosing?

Thanks for the help.

thtguy

You might look at Mandrus Wheels... they are designed specifically for Mercedes Benz and nothing else. Decent prices. I have them on my car, but I can't take credit PO put them on.
8.5x18 235/40 on front, 9.5x18 265/35 in rear.

Gramma_Benz

Personally, I think the lip wheels are out of style, I'd go for a lipless concave style wheel. If you want a mesh style, howabout these....
And if you purely want looks, go for 19's



http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialP artNumber=BR588512B3272BML&wheelMake=Bremmer+Kraft &wheelModel=BR05&wheelFinish=Black+w%2FMach+Lip&sh owRear=yes&selectedRear=BR589512B3572BML&autoMake= Mercedes-Benz&autoModel=C230+Sport+Sedan&autoYear=2006&auto ModClar=&filterFinish=All&filterSize=All&filterBra nd=All&filterSpecial=false&filterNew=All&filterWei ght=All&sort=Brand

souljas_1

Those Mandrus wheels look nice! I checked out the tire-rack link for the Bremmer Kraft BR05. Will the 18x8 (front) fit either a 225/40/R18 or 235/40/R18 setup, and will the 18x9 (rear) fit either a 255/35/R18 or 265/35/R18 setup without rubbing or clearance issues in the C55?

mkonei

+1

MIKESV8

+1 i'd do this if anything. i would like to see someone on here with the factory rims powdercoated black.

souljas_1

OK, I decided to go with the BR05s. Should either configuration below work with no issues?

Front: 225/40-18 or 235/40-18, Mounted on 18x8, ET = 32mm
Rear: 255/35-18 or 265/35-18, Mounted on 18x9, ET = +35mm

Edit: I used the wheel offset calculator from 1010tires.com, and I think I should be ok with either tire and wheel setup.

MIKESV8

nice! i'm anxious to hear about your response to them, they sparked my interest.