1979 BMW 733i Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1979 BMW 733i
The 1979 BMW 733i Base model rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 72.6mm center bore. Your factory setup features 14x6.5 wheels at a 20mm offset. ThreePiece.us stocks an impressive selection of compatible wheels from Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei that will bolt right on.
Whether you're upgrading to 15-inch or 16-inch diameter wheels or adjusting width for your preferred stance, our fitment experts have verified every wheel to ensure proper clearance and fitment. Choose from sizes ranging up to 16x8, and enjoy free shipping to the lower 48 states on your complete wheel setup.
1979 BMW 733i Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1979 BMW 733i rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with 14x6.5 wheels at a 20mm offset from the factory. You can step up to 15-inch or 16-inch fitments; popular upgrades include 15x7, 15x8, and 16x8 sizes, all running the same offset without modification. The car runs square setup across all four corners, so front and rear sizes can match or differ based on your preference.
The 5x120 bolt pattern is exclusive to this BMW—no other pattern will fit. Your hub has a 72.6mm center bore; use hub-centric rings if you choose a wheel with a larger bore to ensure proper centering and safety. While these sizes are all mechanically compatible, pushing toward wider and more aggressive offsets risks interference with fenders and suspension geometry, so stick with the listed dimensions.
Every wheel you pick from our inventory bolts straight on and qualifies for free shipping to the lower 48 states. In stock now are respected names like Work Wheels, Enkei, Heritage Wheel, and OHM—all verified fits for your 733i.
1979 BMW 733i 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 14x6.5 wheels at a +20 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1979 BMW 733i Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x6 | +10 to +25 | 195/70R14, 205/70R14 | — |
| 15x6 | +9 to +31 | 205/65R15, 225/60R15, 195/70R15 | — |
| 14x6.5 | +10 to +25 | 195/70R14, 205/70R14 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +9 to +31 | 205/65R15, 225/60R15, 195/70R15 | — |
| 14x7 | +10 to +15 | 195/70R14, 205/70R14 | — |
| 15x7 | +9 to +31 | 205/65R15, 225/60R15, 235/55R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +9 to +31 | 245/50R16, 215/55R16, 235/50R16 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +9 to +25 | 245/50R16, 215/55R16, 235/50R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +9 to +25 | 235/45R17, 245/45R17 | — |
| 15x8 | +9 to +25 | 225/60R15 | — |
| 16x8 | +10 to +25 | 245/50R16, 235/50R16, 225/55R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +10 to +20 | 235/45R17, 245/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +10 to +20 | 235/40R18, 245/40R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +10 to +20 | 235/35R19, 245/35R19 | — |
| 17x8.5 | +10 to +20 | 235/45R17 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +10 to +20 | 235/40R18, 245/40R18, 255/35R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +10 to +20 | 235/35R19, 245/35R19 | — |
| 18x9 | +10 to +20 | 245/40R18, 255/35R18, 265/35R18 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW 733i
- 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 1979 BMW 733i Build
- BMW 733i coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 733i exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 733i suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 733i 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