Hi guys, I've only been a MINI owner for less than a year and I don't know much about the fitment of wheels. I'm thinking of purchasing Maxxim Maze 7.5x18 with a 45mm offset. The bolt pattern is 4-100. I have an '02 MCS and don't know if they will fit on my car. Here is the link for them:

https://www.buywheelstoday.com/produ...ed+Face%29.bwt

Thanks so much for any help.

 

Yes that sized wheel will fit the MINI. Compared to stock wheels these will poke out about 14-15mm or a little more than 0.6 inch.

Check if the wheels come with centering rings to fit the MINI's 56.1mm hubbore.

What sized tires are you going to use? I assume you have stock suspension.
Did you need tires that are Summer (only for warm weather) or All Season (some snow and cold weather)?

Whenever buying 18" wheels you should be prepared that the wheel weight is likely to be higher than with 17" wheels.

In addition tires will be 40 or 35 series sidewalls which are very stiff and not good for poor roads with potholes.

 

Thanks for the response. I have stock suspension and only am going to need summer tires because I have a winter set up on my car now. What tires do you recommend? I'm looking for something not too expensive, thanks again

 

OK, for those on a budget-

In Max Summer tires:
Continental ExtremeContact DW
215/40-18 fits rims 7-8.5" wide, perfect for 7.5" rim, $154 each on backorder at tirerack, 280 treadwear, 20 lbs, tire diameter 24.9"
Kumho Ecsta LE Sport
225/35-18 fits 7.5-9" wide, perfect for 8" rim, $155 each in stock,280 treadwear, 20 lbs, tire diam. 24.2"
Michelin Pilot Super Sport (costs more but an exceptional street tire in OEM size)
205/40-18 fits 7-8" wide rims, perfect for 7.5" rim, $176 each in stock, 300 treadwear, 20 lbs, tire diam. 24.5"

In Ultra High Performance Summer tires:
Yokohama S. Drive
205/40-18 fits 7-8" wide rims, perfect for 7.5" rim, $145 each in stock, 300 treadwear, 21 lbs, tire diam. 24.4"

And in Ultra High Performance All Season tires:
Michelin Pilot Sport AS/3
205/40-18 fits 7-8" wide rims, perfect for 7.5" rim, $155 each in stock, 500 treadwear, 21 lbs, tire diam. 24.5"
This tire trades off some handling and grip for longer treadlife and can be run in cooler weather or some light snow. Reasonably priced, available in OEM tire size and works well for street use.

If you can afford it the Michelin Pilot Super Sport is your best option but the others are also very decent and well priced. For more info contact Alex@tirerack.com or at extention 4294.

 

I really appreciate all the information, you helped me a lot.

 

Yes.....very little issues fitting anything on a Mini over 16 inches. Low offset would be the biggest issue.