1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Wheels & Rims
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The 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Base model rolls on a 5x112 bolt pattern with a 66.6mm center bore. Your stock setup features 15x6.5 wheels with a 33mm offset. ThreePiece.us offers compatible upgrades across multiple sizes and premier brands including Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR.
Every wheel we offer for your 560SEL is verified to bolt on perfectly before shipping to you free in the lower 48 states. Whether you're stepping up to 16-inch or 17-inch fitments, you'll find quality options that maintain the classic elegance of your luxury sedan. Shop with confidence knowing your new wheels are guaranteed to fit.
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL uses a 5x112 bolt pattern with a 66.6mm hub bore. The stock setup runs 15x6.5 wheels at 33mm offset. You can upgrade to 15x7, 16x7, 16x7.5, 17x7, or 17x7.5—all bolt right on without modification. Since this model isn't staggered, you can run matching sizes front and rear.
Only wheels with a 5x112 bolt pattern will fit your 560SEL; no other pattern works. Make sure any wheel you choose has a center bore of 66.6mm or smaller—if it's larger, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper centering and vibration-free driving. Aggressive offsets or excessively wide fitments risk rubbing the fender and suspension, so stay within the compatible sizes listed above.
Every wheel we offer for your 560SEL is verified to bolt on safely and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. We stock Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR—all ready to ship.
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL 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 560SEL Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x6.5 | +30 to +35 | 205/65R15 | — |
| 15x7 | +30 to +35 | 205/65R15, 225/60R15 | — |
| 16x7 | +30 to +35 | 225/55R16, 215/60R16 | — |
| 17x7 | +30 to +35 | 225/50R17 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +30 to +35 | 225/55R16, 215/60R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +30 to +35 | 225/50R17 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
- 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 560SEL Build
- Mercedes-Benz 560SEL coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz 560SEL exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz 560SEL suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz 560SEL 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








