1997 BMW 740i Wheels & Rims
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Shop Wheels for 1997 BMW 740i
Your 1997 BMW 740i Base model sits on a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 72.6mm center bore. The stock setup features 16x8 wheels with a 20mm offset. ThreePiece.us offers a carefully curated selection of replacement and upgrade wheels that fit your sedan perfectly, all verified to bolt on without modification.
We stock premium brands including Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei. Your 740i can accommodate sizes ranging from 16 to 18 inches in various widths, giving you flexibility to match your style and performance needs. Every wheel ships free to the lower 48 states.
1997 BMW 740i Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1997 BMW 740i uses a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 16x8 wheel at 20mm offset from the factory. You can upgrade to 17 or 18-inch wheels in widths ranging from 7 to 8.5 inches, maintaining the same offset or adjusting within reason. The car runs square sizing, so front and rear use identical wheel dimensions.
Since only 5x120 bolts will fit your 740i, verify bolt pattern before purchasing. The hub centers at 72.6mm, so you'll want hub-centric rings if your wheel's bore exceeds that diameter. Wider wheels and more aggressive offsets risk clearance issues with the fender and suspension, so stick within the compatible sizes listed.
Every wheel we offer for your 740i is verified to fit and ships free to the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, and other premium brands in stock are ready to ship.
1997 BMW 740i 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 16x8 wheels at a +20 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
Yes
1997 BMW 740i Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x7 | +10 to +20 | 235/60R16, 215/65R16, 225/60R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +10 to +20 | 235/55R17, 215/60R17, 225/55R17 | — |
| 18x7 | +10 to +20 | 235/50R18 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +10 to +20 | 235/60R16, 215/65R16, 245/55R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +10 to +20 | 235/55R17, 215/60R17, 225/55R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +10 to +20 | 235/50R18, 245/45R18 | — |
| 16x8 | +10 to +20 | 235/60R16, 245/55R16, 225/60R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +10 to +20 | 235/55R17, 225/55R17, 245/50R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +10 to +20 | 235/50R18, 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +10 to +20 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +15 to +20 | 235/50R18, 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +10 to +20 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 20x9 | +10 to +20 | 245/35R20, 245/40R20, 255/35R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 21x9.5 | +15 to +20 | 255/30R21 | 2. Body Modification Required |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW 740i
- 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 1997 BMW 740i Build
- BMW 740i coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 740i exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 740i suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 740i 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