1999 BMW 318is Wheels & Rims
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The 1999 BMW 318is Base model rides on a 5x120 bolt pattern with 15x6 stock wheels and a 42mm offset. ThreePiece.us stocks premium options from Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei that bolt right on. Every wheel we offer is verified for proper fitment, and we ship free to the lower 48 states.
Finding the perfect upgrade for your 318is is straightforward here. Choose from ten compatible sizes ranging from 15-inch to 18-inch diameters, all designed to work seamlessly with your BMW's specifications. Our curated selection ensures you'll find exactly what you're looking for, backed by our fitment guarantee and complimentary shipping across the continental United States.
1999 BMW 318is Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1999 BMW 318is rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with 15x6 wheels at 42mm offset from the factory. You can upgrade to 15x6.5, 15x7, or jump to 16-inch sizes like 16x7, 16x7.5, or 16x8. Seventeen and eighteen-inch options are also compatible, running up to 18x7.5, and the car uses a square setup across all four corners.
The 5x120 bolt pattern is your only fitment requirement—no other pattern will mount. Your BMW's hub-centric bore measures 72.6mm, so if you choose a wheel with a larger center bore, install hub-centric rings to ensure proper seating. Avoid excessively wide or aggressive offsets that push wheels outward, as this risks contact with fenders and suspension components.
Every wheel we offer for your 318is is verified to bolt on correctly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei all have in-stock options ready to fit your BMW.
1999 BMW 318is 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 15x6 wheels at a +42 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1999 BMW 318is Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x6 | +35 to +43 | 205/60R15, 195/60R15, 185/65R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +43 | 205/60R15, 195/60R15, 225/55R15 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +47 | 205/60R15, 195/60R15, 225/55R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +47 | 205/55R16, 215/50R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +45 | 205/50R17, 215/45R17, 225/45R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +35 to +43 | 205/55R16, 215/50R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +43 | 205/50R17, 215/45R17, 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +43 | 215/40R18, 225/40R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 16x8 | +35 to +40 | 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +35 to +40 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +35 to +40 | 215/40R18, 225/40R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 19x8 | +35 to +40 | 225/35R19, 235/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW 318is
- 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 1999 BMW 318is Build
- BMW 318is coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 318is exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 318is suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 318is 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