1973 Mercury Comet Wheels & Rims
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The 1973 Mercury Comet Base trim rolls on a 14x5.5 wheel with an 18mm offset and a 5x114.3 bolt pattern. At ThreePiece.us, we stock wheels from Aodhan, Heritage Wheel, Work Wheels, Enkei, Vors, Black Rhino, BBS, and Gram Lights that fit your Comet perfectly. Every wheel is verified to bolt on and ships free to the lower 48 states.
Your Comet can accommodate sizes ranging from 14x5.5 up to 17x8, giving you flexibility for your build. Whether you're upgrading from the original 14-inch setup or going larger, our expert team ensures fitment accuracy before your order ships. Browse our selection today and find the perfect wheels for your classic Mercury.
1973 Mercury Comet Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1973 Mercury Comet accepts wheels on a 5x114.3 bolt pattern. The stock setup runs 14x5.5 with an 18 offset. You can safely upgrade through 14x6, 14x7, 15x6, 15x7, 15x8, 16x7.5, 16x8, 17x7.5, and 17x8. Since this is a non-staggered application, your front and rear fitments remain consistent across the compatible range.
The critical constraint here is the 5x114.3 bolt pattern—no other pattern will work on your Comet's hub. Make sure any wheel you choose has a center bore of 70.6mm or smaller; if it's larger, use hub-centric rings to ensure proper seating. Aggressive offsets and wider widths toward the upper end of that size range can invite rubbing against fenders or suspension components, so verify fitment before committing to extreme setups.
Every wheel we stock for your Comet is verified to bolt on clean. We ship free to the lower 48 states, and you'll find quality options in-stock from brands like Heritage Wheel, BBS, Enkei, and Work Wheels that suit everything from classic restorations to modern custom builds.
1973 Mercury Comet Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x114.3 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 70.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 14x5.5 wheels at a +18 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
1/2 UNF
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1973 Mercury Comet Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x5.5 | -6 to +20 | 195/75R14, 205/75R14, 185/75R14 | — |
| 14x6 | -6 to +20 | 195/75R14, 205/75R14, 215/70R14 | — |
| 15x6 | -6 to +20 | 205/70R15, 225/60R15 | — |
| 14x7 | -6 to +20 | 215/70R14, 205/75R14 | — |
| 15x7 | -6 to +25 | 205/70R15, 225/60R15 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +null to +30 | 225/55R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | +null to +30 | 215/50R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | +null to +30 | 215/45R18 | — |
| 15x8 | +null to +30 | 225/60R15, 205/70R15 | — |
| 16x8 | +null to +30 | 225/55R16 | — |
| 17x8 | -2 to +null | 215/50R17 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 17x8 | +null to +30 | 225/45R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +null to +30 | 215/45R18 | — |
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Complete Your 1973 Mercury Comet Build
- Mercury Comet suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Mercury Comet 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