1971 BMW 1600 Wheels & Rims
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The 1971 BMW 1600 across all trims—Base, Cabriolet, and Touring—rolls on a 4x100 bolt pattern with a 57.1mm center bore. Your Base came equipped with 13x5.5 wheels at a 25mm offset. We stock verified fitments from trusted brands including Vors, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, Petrol, Enkei, and Shift, all guaranteed to bolt on perfectly.
Upgrade your 1600 with compatible sizes ranging from 13x5.5 up to 15x7, giving you flexibility to refresh your classic's stance. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states, and our fitment specialists verify each option ensures proper clearance and performance on your BMW.
1971 BMW 1600 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1971 BMW 1600 uses a 4x100 bolt pattern with a 57.1mm center bore. The stock wheel measures 13x5.5 with a 25mm offset. You can safely step up to 13x6, 13x7, 14x5.5, 14x6, 15x6, 15x6.5, or 15x7 while maintaining the same offset or exploring modest variations that suit your build and driving style.
Four-by-one-hundred is the only bolt pattern that will fit this classic BMW, so verify any wheel's specs before ordering. Use hub-centric rings if your chosen wheel has a center bore larger than 57.1mm to ensure a proper fit and balanced ride. Extremely wide or aggressively offset wheels risk contact with the fender and suspension, so stick with tested sizes and offsets that work for your model.
Every wheel in our catalog is confirmed to bolt on your 1971 1600, and all shipments to the lower 48 states come free. Look for Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Vors, Enkei, Shift, Motegi Racing, MST Wheels, and Petrol—all in stock now.
1971 BMW 1600 Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 4x100 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 57.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 13x5.5 wheels at a +25 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1971 BMW 1600 Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13x5.5 | +15 to +25 | 185/70R13, 195/65R13, 165/80R13 | — |
| 14x5.5 | +20 to +25 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14, 165/70R14 | — |
| 13x6 | +10 to +28 | 185/70R13, 195/65R13, 165/80R13 | — |
| 14x6 | +10 to +25 | 185/60R14, 175/65R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +10 to +20 | 195/50R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +10 to +20 | 195/50R15 | — |
| 13x7 | +10 to +15 | 205/60R13, 195/65R13 | — |
| 15x7 | +10 to +15 | 195/50R15 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW 1600
- BBS — LM, RS, FI, CI-R
- Volk Racing — TE37, ZE40
- Work Wheels — Meister, Emotion
- TSW — Bathurst, Nurburgring
- Rotiform — FLG, OZR, BUC
- Enkei — RPF1, TS-V
Complete Your 1971 BMW 1600 Build
- BMW 1600 coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 1600 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 1600 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 1600 brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers