SLK/R171: SLK 350 Wheel Compatibility
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SLK 350 Wheel Compatibility
I was curious to what other MB wheels are compatible with the new SLK 350? For example, do wheels from a SL500 fit onto a SLK 350? The reason I ask this s because when looking at wheel/rim websites many do not list the SLK 350, but do list many other MB models that their wheels are compatible with. Any advice would help, thanks!
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Harris,
My friend just received his AMG 19" Double Spoke 2-pc for SLK55. I thought those wheels were made for W211 (19x8.5 et31 and 19x9.5 et30). Wheels fit perfectly on the SLK55. Do you think we'll have problem with these wheels on an SLK55?
Thanks in advance for the answer.
My friend just received his AMG 19" Double Spoke 2-pc for SLK55. I thought those wheels were made for W211 (19x8.5 et31 and 19x9.5 et30). Wheels fit perfectly on the SLK55. Do you think we'll have problem with these wheels on an SLK55?
Thanks in advance for the answer.
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Originally Posted by SLK350Z
Harris,
My friend just received his AMG 19" Double Spoke 2-pc for SLK55. I thought those wheels were made for W211 (19x8.5 et31 and 19x9.5 et30). Wheels fit perfectly on the SLK55. Do you think we'll have problem with these wheels on an SLK55?
Thanks in advance for the answer.
My friend just received his AMG 19" Double Spoke 2-pc for SLK55. I thought those wheels were made for W211 (19x8.5 et31 and 19x9.5 et30). Wheels fit perfectly on the SLK55. Do you think we'll have problem with these wheels on an SLK55?
Thanks in advance for the answer.
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Originally Posted by Harris
Wheels from C-class, SLK-class R170, CLK-class will fit on a R171.
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Originally Posted by Harris
Wheels from C-class, SLK-class R170, CLK-class will fit on a R171.
Wheels from S-class, E-class, CL-class, SL-class, CLS-class will NOT.
Wheels from S-class, E-class, CL-class, SL-class, CLS-class will NOT.
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Originally Posted by Harris
Wheels from C-class, SLK-class R170, CLK-class will fit on a R171.
Wheels from S-class, E-class, CL-class, SL-class, CLS-class will NOT.
Wheels from S-class, E-class, CL-class, SL-class, CLS-class will NOT.
Can you adapt 19" amg rims for an sl onto the slk350?
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slik: the 350 comes with 17" wheels standard, thats why I didnt think of anything smaller than 17" when answering the first question.
sponger: personally, I think 19" on a SLK is a bit too big. They look nice but just too big for the car. The 230 wheels should fit the SLK (provided your 230 has the big calipers). The tire sizes are okay.
dsb: I agree there are no dumb questions. Even though its kind of redundant, I am more than happy to help out. It is not a good idea to fit SL wheels on a SLK because of hardware issue. The SL uses 14mm bolts and the SLK uses 12mm.
sponger: personally, I think 19" on a SLK is a bit too big. They look nice but just too big for the car. The 230 wheels should fit the SLK (provided your 230 has the big calipers). The tire sizes are okay.
dsb: I agree there are no dumb questions. Even though its kind of redundant, I am more than happy to help out. It is not a good idea to fit SL wheels on a SLK because of hardware issue. The SL uses 14mm bolts and the SLK uses 12mm.
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Originally Posted by Harris
slik: the 350 comes with 17" wheels standard, thats why I didnt think of anything smaller than 17" when answering the first question.
sponger: personally, I think 19" on a SLK is a bit too big. They look nice but just too big for the car. The 230 wheels should fit the SLK (provided your 230 has the big calipers). The tire sizes are okay.
dsb: I agree there are no dumb questions. Even though its kind of redundant, I am more than happy to help out. It is not a good idea to fit SL wheels on a SLK because of hardware issue. The SL uses 14mm bolts and the SLK uses 12mm.
sponger: personally, I think 19" on a SLK is a bit too big. They look nice but just too big for the car. The 230 wheels should fit the SLK (provided your 230 has the big calipers). The tire sizes are okay.
dsb: I agree there are no dumb questions. Even though its kind of redundant, I am more than happy to help out. It is not a good idea to fit SL wheels on a SLK because of hardware issue. The SL uses 14mm bolts and the SLK uses 12mm.
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Originally Posted by Sponger
Harris, thanks for replying. I know what you mean, but I will get nothing for the rims if I trade the car in, and don't want to go through the hassle of selling. BTW, my C230 sedan does not have the AMG calipers. Will they still fit the 350?
If your 230 doesnt have big calipers, then it might not fit cause the 350 uses the same calipers (sizewise) as the C32/CLK500/230 sport. Your front wheels should be at least ET32 or lower in order to fit. Perhaps sell them on eBay?
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Okay, Am I correct in thinking I mainy need to be concerned with the bolt pattern to ensure proper fitting? Of course I plan to use the OEM lug nuts on the new rims. The look I am going for is:
1) 18 or 19" rims
2) staggered with a larger lip in the rear
3) rims to extend outward slightly more the OEM rims (Although, nothing to the point I have to be concerned with rubbing the wheel well
4) Some tire/wheel combination that will fill up the space more, yet not lower the car. I already nearly scrape the bottom just pulling into my steep driveway.
BTW, What is the bolt pattern on the slk350? I currently have the AMG 5spoke 17" rims with 245/40 and 225/45.
Thanks all
1) 18 or 19" rims
2) staggered with a larger lip in the rear
3) rims to extend outward slightly more the OEM rims (Although, nothing to the point I have to be concerned with rubbing the wheel well
4) Some tire/wheel combination that will fill up the space more, yet not lower the car. I already nearly scrape the bottom just pulling into my steep driveway.
BTW, What is the bolt pattern on the slk350? I currently have the AMG 5spoke 17" rims with 245/40 and 225/45.
Thanks all
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Originally Posted by dsb
Okay, Am I correct in thinking I mainy need to be concerned with the bolt pattern to ensure proper fitting? Of course I plan to use the OEM lug nuts on the new rims. The look I am going for is:
1) 18 or 19" rims
2) staggered with a larger lip in the rear
3) rims to extend outward slightly more the OEM rims (Although, nothing to the point I have to be concerned with rubbing the wheel well
4) Some tire/wheel combination that will fill up the space more, yet not lower the car. I already nearly scrape the bottom just pulling into my steep driveway.
BTW, What is the bolt pattern on the slk350? I currently have the AMG 5spoke 17" rims with 245/40 and 225/45.
Thanks all
1) 18 or 19" rims
2) staggered with a larger lip in the rear
3) rims to extend outward slightly more the OEM rims (Although, nothing to the point I have to be concerned with rubbing the wheel well
4) Some tire/wheel combination that will fill up the space more, yet not lower the car. I already nearly scrape the bottom just pulling into my steep driveway.
BTW, What is the bolt pattern on the slk350? I currently have the AMG 5spoke 17" rims with 245/40 and 225/45.
Thanks all
There are very few aftermarket wheels with 18/19 (x7.5/8.5 stock sizes). Most are 18/19 (x8.5/9.5), therefore, it will make the wheels stick out a bit more.
No matter you are getting 18" or 19", the overall diameter of the tires should be very close to the stock ones. It is not possible to have 18" or 19" wheels but can fill up the fender gap more. If you want to eliminate the fender gap, you HAVE to buy a set of lowering springs. Perhaps a set of springs that will only lower the car about 1" or 3/4" such as Brabus.
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Hello Guys,
I am looking to buy front and rear or whole set of 4 staggered OEM wheels for SLK 350 2006. I have front and rear wheel on my car bent and cracked, so I am looking for used ones as replacement. Mine are 10 spoke, silver ones. I have attached a picture of the rims.
Thanks
I am looking to buy front and rear or whole set of 4 staggered OEM wheels for SLK 350 2006. I have front and rear wheel on my car bent and cracked, so I am looking for used ones as replacement. Mine are 10 spoke, silver ones. I have attached a picture of the rims.
Thanks
