Wheels for E-class (W210)

[Dave K]

Hi all,

I'm looking to get some nicer wheels for my 1998 E300TD (W210) Elegance. I really want to stick at 16" wheels as the tyres are all new. I'd also rather avoid larger wheels with a lower profile (to maintain the same rolling radius) as in my experience, you get a harsher ride (oo-err missus). Any suggestions anyone? Any recomended suppliers would also be most welcome.

Cheers.

 

[Guy]

Dave,
I have an almost identical car, an Elegance model but with Avantgarde suspension.
Here's a picture of it with MB EVO II 17" wheels, 8.25 x 17 with 235/45/17 tyres - it will give you some idea of whether its worth upgrading to 17", but remember your car will sit slightly higher.

You can have fun trying out loads of types at this US site -

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/index.jsp
(click See wheels on your vehicle)

or this BBS site -

http://www.bbs.com/english/index.html
(click program, then For automotive)

For buying look at -

http://www.tyresave.co.uk/alloymrc.html

http://www.bbsdirect.co.uk/

and these guys can get most things at good prices -

http://www.motionstyling.co.uk/alloys.html

Good luck, and let us know what you decide!

 

[GaryC]

You could also try something bigger, such as 18 in, I have use a set of 18 in in mind, and have lower the suspension as well, which make the wheel and tire 'fit' the arch, look really nice.