1971 BMW 2800CS Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1971 BMW 2800CS
The 1971 BMW 2800CS Base model rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with a factory 14x6 wheel setup. Whether you're looking to maintain classic proportions or modernize your coupe's stance, we stock Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei options in multiple fitments. Every wheel we sell for your 2800CS is verified to bolt on correctly.
Sizing flexibility means you can go from 14-inch to 16-inch diameters across widths ranging from 6 to 8 inches. We verify fitment for each build and ship free to the lower 48 states, so you can upgrade your classic BMW with confidence and zero shipping costs.
1971 BMW 2800CS Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1971 BMW 2800CS needs a 5x120 bolt pattern wheel. The stock setup runs 14x6 at a plus-22 offset. You can step up through 15-inch and 16-inch sizes, ranging from 14x6 all the way to 16x8. Since this car runs square fitment, you'll enjoy simple sizing without worrying about staggered front-and-rear differences.
The 5x120 bolt pattern is exclusive to this vehicle—nothing else will fit. A hub-centric ring is essential if your chosen wheel's center bore exceeds the stock 72.6 millimeter specification. Going significantly wider or choosing aggressive negative offsets risks contact with fenders and suspension components, so verify fitment details before ordering anything outside the recommended range.
Every wheel we stock for your 1971 BMW 2800CS bolts on securely and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Work Wheels, Heritage Wheel, Enkei, and OHM are among the brands ready to ship, each verified to fit your classic perfectly.
1971 BMW 2800CS Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x120 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 72.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 14x6 wheels at a +22 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1971 BMW 2800CS Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x6 | +10 to +25 | 195/70R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +10 to +20 | 195/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 14x6.5 | +10 to +25 | 195/70R14 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +10 to +20 | 195/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 14x7 | +10 to +20 | 195/70R14 | — |
| 15x7 | +10 to +20 | 195/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +10 to +20 | 205/55R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +15 to +20 | 205/55R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 15x8 | +10 to +25 | 225/60R15 | — |
| 16x8 | +10 to +25 | 225/50R16 | 2. Body Modification Required |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW 2800CS
- 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 2800CS Build
- BMW 2800CS coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 2800CS exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 2800CS suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 2800CS 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