1999 BMW 740iL Wheels & Rims
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Shop Wheels for 1999 BMW 740iL
The 1999 BMW 740iL Base trim rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with 16x8 stock wheels and a 20mm offset. ThreePiece.us carries premium options from Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei that fit your luxury sedan perfectly. Every wheel we stock is verified to bolt on directly to your vehicle.
You can step up to larger diameters ranging from 17 to 18 inches, with widths spanning 7 to 8.5 inches to suit your driving style and aesthetic preferences. All fitments ship free to the lower 48 states, making it easy to upgrade your 740iL's appearance without breaking the bank or worrying about shipping costs.
1999 BMW 740iL Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1999 BMW 740iL requires a 5x120 bolt pattern. The stock setup runs 16x8 with a 20mm offset. You can step up to 17-inch or 18-inch wheels in widths from 7 to 8.5 inches, all sharing the same non-staggered fitment across the four corners. Popular upgrades include 17x7.5 and 18x8 configurations that maintain the classic BMW proportions.
Keep in mind that only 5x120 wheels will fit this sedan—no exceptions. The hub's 72.6mm center bore requires either hub-centric wheels or hub-centric rings to center your wheel properly. Aggressive offsets or wider wheels risk rubbing the fenders and suspension components, so stay within the tested compatible sizes listed above to avoid costly clearance issues.
Every wheel we stock for your 740iL bolts on correctly and ships free to the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, and Enkei all carry fitments in our inventory that work perfectly on your BMW.
1999 BMW 740iL 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
1999 BMW 740iL 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 740iL
- 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 740iL Build
- BMW 740iL coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 740iL exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 740iL suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW 740iL 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