1986 Mercedes-Benz 300E Wheels & Rims
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The 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300E Base sits on fifteen-inch wheels with a five-by-one-twelve bolt pattern. ThreePiece.us stocks premium fitment options from Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR. Every wheel we offer is verified to bolt on perfectly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states.
Your 300E can accommodate sizes ranging from fifteen to seventeen inches in diameter. Whether you prefer the original dimensions or want to step up to a larger setup, our inventory provides the flexibility to customize your classic Mercedes. Each wheel undergoes thorough fitment verification before it reaches your door.
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300E Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300E uses a five-bolt, 112-millimeter pattern shared across the lineup. The factory setup runs 15-inch by 6.5-inch wheels at 33 millimeters of offset. You can step up to 16 or 17-inch sizes, with widths ranging from 7 to 8 inches, all within safe operating parameters for this sedan's suspension geometry.
Pay close attention to the 5x112 bolt pattern—it's the only configuration that fits this Mercedes. Your wheels must be hub-centric to that 66.6-millimeter center bore; if you choose a wheel with a larger bore, install hub-centric rings to ensure proper centering and balance. Aggressive offsets or excessively wide setups risk contact with the fender or suspension components, so verify fitment before ordering.
All fitment has been validated to bolt on cleanly, and every wheel ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, and several other in-stock brands are verified to work on your 300E.
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300E Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x112 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your car, while the 66.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this car with 15x6.5 wheels at a +33 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300E Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x6 | +30 to +35 | 195/65R15, 205/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | +30 to +35 | 195/65R15, 205/65R15, 205/60R15 | — |
| 15x7 | +30 to +35 | 195/65R15, 205/65R15, 215/60R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +30 to +35 | 225/55R16, 225/60R16, 215/60R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +30 to +30 | 225/45R17, 215/45R17, 205/50R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +30 to +35 | 225/55R16, 225/60R16, 215/60R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +33 to +41 | 225/45R17, 215/45R17, 205/50R17 | — |
| 16x8 | +30 to +35 | 225/55R16, 225/60R16, 215/60R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +31 to +37 | 215/45R17, 225/45R17, 225/50R17 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Mercedes-Benz 300E
- 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300E Build
- Mercedes-Benz 300E coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz 300E exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz 300E suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz 300E 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