1989 BMW M5 Wheels & Rims
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Shop Wheels for 1989 BMW M5
The 1989 BMW M5 Base trim rolls on a 5x120 bolt pattern with a 72.6mm center bore. Your stock setup pairs 17x8 front wheels with 17x9 rear wheels, delivering that classic staggered stance. ThreePiece.us stocks wheels from Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei that bolt right on your M5.
Upgrade possibilities abound with compatible sizes ranging from 17 to 19 inches in various widths. Every wheel we offer is verified to fit your M5 perfectly, and we ship free throughout the lower 48 states. Browse our selection and find the perfect set to enhance your legendary performance sedan.
1989 BMW M5 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1989 BMW M5 uses a five-lug 120mm bolt pattern with a 72.6mm hub-centric center bore. Factory wheels come staggered at 17x8 with a 20mm offset up front and 17x9 with a 22mm offset at the rear. You can stay with 17-inch diameter or step up to 18 or 19 inches, choosing from widths like 17x7.5, 17x10, 18x8.5, 18x9, 18x10, 19x8, or 19x8.5 to maintain that staggered setup or go square if preferred.
Remember that only the 5x120 bolt pattern fits this M5—no other pattern will work. Since your center bore measures 72.6mm, use hub-centric rings if any wheel you select has a larger bore to ensure a proper fit. Wider wheels and aggressive offsets can risk contact with the fender or suspension components, so verify your chosen size and offset before ordering to avoid fitment issues.
Every wheel we list for your M5 is confirmed to bolt on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. We stock Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, OHM, Aodhan, Petrol, KATANA RACING, Niche 1PC, and Enkei in fitments that work for your car.
1989 BMW M5 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. This car runs a factory staggered setup: 17x8 +20 front and 17x9 +22 rear.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1989 BMW M5 Compatible Wheel Sizes — Front Axle
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17x7.5 | +10 to +20 | 235/45R17, 215/50R17, 245/45R17 | — |
| 17x8 | +15 to +20 | 235/45R17, 245/45R17, 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +15 to +20 | 235/40R18, 245/40R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +15 to +20 | 235/35R19, 245/35R19 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +15 to +20 | 235/40R18, 245/40R18 | — |
1989 BMW M5 Compatible Wheel Sizes — Rear Axle
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17x10 | +8 to +20 | 265/40R17, 255/40R17 | — |
| 18x10 | +10 to +20 | 265/35R18, 285/30R18 | — |
| 17x8 | +15 to +22 | 235/45R17, 245/45R17, 225/45R17 | — |
| 19x8 | +10 to +22 | 235/35R19, 245/35R19 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +15 to +22 | 255/35R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +10 to +22 | 265/35R19 | — |
| 17x9 | +15 to +22 | 265/40R17, 255/40R17, 235/45R17 | — |
| 18x9 | +15 to +22 | 265/35R18 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the BMW M5
- 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 1989 BMW M5 Build
- BMW M5 coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW M5 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW M5 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- BMW M5 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