1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 Wheels & Rims
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The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 Base comes equipped with a staggered setup featuring 16-inch wheels front and rear, mounted on a 5x112 bolt pattern. ThreePiece.us carries premium options from Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR that fit your S500 perfectly. Every wheel is verified to bolt on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states.
Upgrading your Mercedes is easy with sizes ranging from 16 to 19 inches. Whether you prefer subtle refinement or aggressive styling, we have the fitment options to match your vision. All our wheels are guaranteed compatible with your S500's specifications, so you can shop with confidence knowing your purchase will fit flawlessly.
1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 uses a 5x112 bolt pattern with a 66.6mm hub-centric bore. The factory setup runs 16x7.5 front and 16x8 rear, both at 51mm offset, maintaining the staggered fitment. You can step up to 17-inch or 18-inch wheels in matching front and rear sizes, or go square, and 19-inch options top out at 10 inches wide on the rear.
Pay close attention: only the 5x112 pattern will fit this Mercedes. Because your hub bore is 66.6mm, use hub-centric rings if your chosen wheel's center bore runs larger—this keeps everything centered and vibration-free. Pushing too wide or running aggressive negative offsets risks contact with the fender and suspension, so stick within the compatible sizes listed to avoid costly rubs.
Every wheel we stock for your S500 bolts on properly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, and Work Wheels all have options in inventory ready to ship.
1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 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. This car runs a factory staggered setup: 16x7.5 +51 front and 16x8 +51 rear.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M14x1.5
Torque Spec
93 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 Compatible Wheel Sizes — Front Axle
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/60R16, 235/60R16, 245/55R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 225/55R17, 245/50R17, 225/60R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +35 to +45 | 235/50R18, 245/45R18 | — |
| 16x8 | +35 to +45 | 225/60R16, 235/55R16, 245/65R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +32 to +45 | 225/55R17, 245/50R17, 225/60R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +35 to +45 | 245/45R18, 235/50R18, 255/45R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +35 to +45 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +35 to +45 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 20x8.5 | +35 to +45 | 245/35R20, 235/35R20 | — |
1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 Compatible Wheel Sizes — Rear Axle
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19x10 | +30 to +30 | 275/35R19, 285/35R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 2. Body Modification Required |
| 20x10 | +30 to +30 | 275/30R20, 285/30R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 2. Body Modification Required |
| 16x7.5 | +30 to +45 | 245/45R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +30 to +45 | 235/50R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +30 to +45 | 235/50R18 | — |
| 16x8 | +30 to +35 | 245/45R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +30 to +35 | 235/50R17, 255/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +30 to +35 | 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +30 to +35 | 245/40R19 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +30 to +35 | 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +30 to +35 | 255/40R19, 275/35R19, 245/40R19 | — |
| 18x9 | +30 to +35 | 255/45R18, 245/45R18 | — |
| 19x9 | +30 to +35 | 275/35R19, 285/35R19 | — |
| 20x9 | +30 to +30 | 275/30R20, 285/30R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 2. Body Modification Required |
| 18x9.5 | +35 to +45 | 255/40R18 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Mercedes-Benz S500
- 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz S500 Build
- Mercedes-Benz S500 coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz S500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz S500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz S500 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