1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E Wheels & Rims
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The 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E Base model rolls on a 5x112 bolt pattern, making it compatible with a wide selection of premium aftermarket wheels. Your stock setup features 15x6.5 wheels, but you have flexibility to upgrade across multiple sizes and styles. Every wheel we offer is verified to bolt on perfectly, and all orders ship free to the lower 48 states.
ThreePiece.us stocks trusted brands including Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR. From 15-inch to 17-inch options, you can find the exact fitment your 300E deserves. Browse our inventory confident that your chosen wheels will arrive ready to install without any compatibility concerns.
1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E needs a 5x112 bolt pattern wheel. The stock setup is a 15x6.5 with 33mm offset. You can upgrade to larger sizes including 16-inch or 17-inch options, staying square across all four corners. Compatible widths range from 15x6 up to 17x8, giving you flexibility to match your driving style and aesthetic preferences.
Keep in mind that only 5x112 bolts will fit this Mercedes—no other pattern works. The hub center bore is 66.6mm, so use hub-centric rings if your wheel's bore exceeds that measurement. Avoid wheels with excessively aggressive offsets or widths that push too far outward, as clearance to the fender and suspension components becomes tight on older models like this one.
Every wheel we stock for your 300E is verified to bolt on safely and ships free to the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, and Rotiform 1PC are just some of the quality brands currently in stock for this fitment.
1988 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
1988 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 1988 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