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Old Feb 4, 2026 | 01:47 PM
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Mercedes OEM wheels vs. aftermarket...?

Any thoughts on Mercedes OEM wheels vs. aftermarket...?

I love the 2021+ S-Class 21" wheel (shown below) - but do not want a 21" wheel for various reasons, namely ride quality.

There are aftermarket versions of this wheel in the 19" size - but not sure how much you can trust aftermarket, etc.

Any thoughts...?

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Aftermarket located here:

https://www.elitecustomrims.com/prod...zwe6PumgHRYb50



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Old Feb 4, 2026 | 02:15 PM
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We have a member here who has a set in the 19" size...
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Here the wheels are in 19s on that members W223:

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Old Feb 4, 2026 | 03:17 PM
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Wow, thank you!!!

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Most MB wheels are cast wheels, so nothing all that special. The forged wheels are great, but VERY expensive in comparison. The quality of cast wheeels from "off brand" companies is pretty much on par with any other cast wheel, including MB OEM - this is not the 1980's. And since you're going to 19's, your chance of damaging your wheels is reduced significantly. I'm keeping 20's on my car, even though 22's look much better to me.

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Yeah, it's either the 19" aftermarket like shown above...

Or the Mercedes OEM 19" for the 21+ S-Class shown below...



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