1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500
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The 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base trim rolls on a 5x112 bolt pattern with 16x8 stock wheels and a 30mm offset. ThreePiece.us carries premium options from Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, Niche 1PC, Petrol, Rotiform 1PC, and MRR that transform your roadster's appearance while maintaining perfect fitment for your classic convertible.
Upgrading your wheels has never been easier. Every wheel we offer is verified to bolt on your SL500, with sizes ranging from 17 inches up to 19 inches available in multiple widths and finishes. Enjoy free shipping to the lower 48 states, making your wheel upgrade both affordable and hassle-free.
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 uses a 5x112 bolt pattern with a 66.6mm hub bore. The stock setup runs 16x8 wheels at a 30mm offset. You can upgrade through several sizes—17-inch options in widths from 7 to 8.5 inches, 18-inch wheels up to 9.5 inches wide, or even 19-inch at 8 inches—all without sacrificing compatibility or fitment.
Since only the 5x112 pattern works on your SL500, verify any wheel you consider matches this specification exactly. The hub is 66.6mm, so if a wheel's center bore exceeds this diameter, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper centering. Aggressive offsets or extreme widths risk contact with fenders and suspension components, so moderate setups near the stock 30mm offset remain your safest choice for daily driving.
Every wheel in our inventory for the SL500 is confirmed to bolt on properly and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Check out our stocked options from Heritage Wheel, Aodhan, Motegi Racing, Work Wheels, and others to find the right fit for your build.
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 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 16x8 wheels at a +30 offset.
Lug Type
bolt
Thread Size
M12x1.5
Torque Spec
85 ft-lbs
TPMS
Yes
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17x7 | +17 to +34 | 225/50R17 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +22 to +35 | 235/45R17, 245/45R17, 225/50R17 | — |
| 16x8 | +30 to +35 | 225/55R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +25 to +35 | 235/45R17, 245/45R17, 225/50R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +28 to +35 | 235/40R18, 245/40R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +28 to +35 | 235/35R19, 245/35R19 | — |
| 17x8.5 | +28 to +33 | 235/45R17, 245/45R17, 235/50R17 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +28 to +33 | 235/40R18, 245/40R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +28 to +33 | 235/35R19, 245/35R19 | — |
Best Wheel Brands for the Mercedes-Benz SL500
- 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Build
- Mercedes-Benz SL500 coilovers — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz SL500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz SL500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercedes-Benz SL500 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