rcntly4298

This may be a stupid question, but would the 2010 GL550 21" wheels look awkward on a 2010 GL450? The reason I ask is because I believe the GL550 has different fenders. I am wondering if the GL550 wheels would stick out too far on the GL450.

And not sure if this makes a difference or not, but my GL450 will have running boards.

Thanks for any help..

terp97

It will not.. i currently run 22's on my 450 and looks great with running boards as well. Adding the fenders from the 550 will run you about 1300-2000 painted and installed by a professional body shop.

Devil Red

It will unless you add fenders b/c the rim offsets are different = What you said about the rim/tire sticking out too far. You could probably find similar-looking style that would bolt on without the issues by looking around.

MKW

GL 550 wheels have 37 mm offset, GL 450/320 wheels have approx 53 mm offset whether 18 or 19 in diameter, which means the CENTER LINE of the GL 550 wheel/tire " sticks out " 16mm ( 2/3 in ) farther . Has nothing to do with diameter, as a set of 26 inch dubs with 53 offset will
"fit " narrow fendered GL 450 better than 19 inch aftermarket wheel with 37 mm offset , assuming overall rolling diameter is maintained stock via tire width choosing, forgetting practicality for the moment .

So as stated above , w/o the GL 550's fender flares , your GL 450 will look kinda like a low rider and you might sand away your side paint with all the road grit thrown up by those big tires sticking out, not to mention the rooster tail of blinding water you throw up behind you in a rainstorm- the latter is very carefully monitored in Europe and leads to manufacturer fines . That's why OEM cars, even sports cars , cannot push tires aggressively to the fender wheel opening lip edge , so the reason for aftermarket wheel spacer kits .

Brocktoon

Someone posted a parking lot picture here last year of a 450 w/550 wheels and it looked fine. 16mm on the outside offset is nothing with the clearance on a GL, and the tires were not sticking out past the fenders.

gonzales25

I have the GL 550 wheels on mine and it looks fine, they don't stick out.

myelenore

I have the GL550 AMG wheel on my 450 also and I think they are awesome looking. The fit pushes the limit of the fender but it works.

alvillar2000

I have a 2008 320 CDI with the new 2010 AMG 21".

It looks fantastic and there is not issue with the rain (and we had a lot in Atlanta!)

I will post pictures later.

Help! What is the correct tire pressure?

alvillar2000

I do not think you need the guards.

joses

Can someone tell me where i can get the best price on GL550 wheels for my GL450? I think they look better than the ones i got on my 2010 GL 450. thank you

myelenore

Are you looking for the 2010 style or for the '07 thru '09 style. I ask because I have a set from an '08 GL 550.

srazam

hi, how much are you asking for those 08 550 rims, thanx

srmbenz

alvillar2000 the 21" AMG rim and tires look great on your GL320. Your photos were just what I needed to relieve me of any worries that I had concerning the GL550 21" AMG rims. I can now look with confidence to purchas the 21" AMG rims for my GL450. Thanks for the photos!!

melrob1

They look great! I will have the 21" wheels and tires off a 2010 gl550 with about 1500 miles. I will also have the fender flairs. Let me know.

myelenore

Anyone looking for 21" wheel/tire set who lives near Chicago should contact me.

srmbenz

Hi Melrob1. I'm from the Louisiana area (New Orleans). I would be interested in the 21" wheels that you will have. What, may I ask, are you asking for them.

Bonzai888

Anyone has a set of 21" AMG stock wheel in Boston area please PM me.

Thanks

sraza

Hi, i'm close to the chicago area, looking for 21s from a 550.. if anyone's got a set, pls let me know.. thanx

bhelou

I just bought the 2011 wheels/tires for my GL550 and have the original ones. They are pristine/flawless with only one having 1/2 inch very shallow scratch; that is it. 2 tires are 50% tread and 2 tires are 30% tread. I can send you pictures if interested.

bhelou

Got the original 21 in AMG wheels. Like new with one tiny scratch on one of the rims. original continental tires 50% tread for rear ones and 30% front ones.

aeggroup

Is it for sale ? If yes - how much ?

bhelou

They are for sale. 2200$ plus shipping. Guaranteed clean inside out, no warps, dings or hint of a shake. have a few more pics too if needed.

tdoukakis

If anyone wants to sell there 21" amg rims please let me know. Looking for 2010 and up!!!! Very intrested

bhelou

I have the 21 inch AMG wheels like new but they are the original ones that came on my 2008 GL. Just got the 2011 rims for it but have to say the old ones are just as sharp

srmbenz

Would like to know if you still have the GL550 Rim and Tire set. Would be very interested in purchesing them.