1996 BMW 328i Base Wheels & Rims
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Shop Wheels for 1996 BMW 328i Base
The 1996 BMW 328i Base rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 72.6mm center bore. Your stock setup features 15x6.5 wheels at a 42mm offset, but you have plenty of room to upgrade. We stock wheels from Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei that fit perfectly on your BMW.
Every wheel we offer for your 328i is verified to bolt on before it ships to you free in the lower 48 states. Choose from sizes ranging between 15x6 and 18x8 to find the perfect fitment for your driving style. Whether you're building a track car or refreshing your daily driver, we've got the selection to match your vision.
1996 BMW 328i Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1996 BMW 328i uses a 5x120 bolt pattern and rolls on 15x6.5 wheels with a 42mm offset from the factory. You can fit sizes ranging from 15x6 up through 18x8, giving you flexibility to match your style and performance needs. The car runs square fitment, so front and rear widths remain consistent across all compatible sizes.
Keep in mind that only the 5x120 bolt pattern will work on this BMW—no other patterns fit. Your hub has a 72.6mm center bore, so use hub-centric rings if you choose a wheel with a larger bore. Aggressive offsets or very wide wheel choices risk rubbing your fenders and suspension, so verify clearance when stepping up significantly from stock dimensions.
Every wheel listed here bolts straight on and ships free to the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, and Aodhan all have fitments in stock and ready to go for your 328i.
1996 BMW 328i Base 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 15x6.5 wheels at a +42 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1996 BMW 328i Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x6 | +35 to +47 | 225/55R15, 205/60R15, 215/60R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +35 to +47 | 225/55R15, 205/60R15, 215/60R15 | — |
| 15x7 | +35 to +47 | 225/55R15, 205/60R15, 245/50R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +35 to +47 | 205/55R16, 225/50R16, 215/50R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +35 to +47 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17, 225/50R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +35 to +47 | 245/45R16, 205/55R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +47 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17, 225/50R17 | — |
| 16x8 | +35 to +43 | 245/45R16, 225/50R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +35 to +43 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17, 225/50R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +30 to +46 | 215/40R18, 225/40R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW 328i
- 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 1996 BMW 328i Base Build
- BMW 328i coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 328i exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 328i suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 328i 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