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R50/53 What are the lightest FACTORY/aftermarket Mini wheels for the R53?

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Old Dec 4, 2018 | 12:00 PM
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I'm leaning towards the factory MINI R90s in the post above.... though any input on these wheels would be great!



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Old Dec 4, 2018 | 12:07 PM
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You know i like them and a rare wheel from MINI. I just talked to BBS about these and how they were a take-off of the RX design from back in the day.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2018 | 12:23 PM
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Which one....the BBS or the Chromadora ?


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Old Dec 4, 2018 | 12:32 PM
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The original BBS now Chromadora MINI factory weels.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...36116775855kt/
 
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Old Jul 20, 2025 | 07:02 AM
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This thread is as good as any… 2011 Mini S R57 with 4 lug.

Looking for lightweight 17 inch wheels.
Lighter weight around 15 lbs.

*** I have coilovers ***

Wanting wheels that allow for a “flush” or very tiny “poke” fitment.

I’m just not into any type of spokey wheel design that you see on just about every kind of car these days. Don’t get me wrong. Y’all have some sick looking wheels running on beautiful Minis. No hating at all. just not my taste.

many TIA :-)
 

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Old Jul 20, 2025 | 07:06 AM
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Examples of what I’d like to find-ish…




 
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Old Jul 20, 2025 | 10:16 AM
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If you are looking for all oem options, this Fandom page shows all wheels and weights for Mini's.
 
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Old Jul 20, 2025 | 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by LukasH
If you are looking for all oem options, this Fandom page shows all wheels and weights for Mini's.
this is a really good helpful link for the community. Thanks for sharing.

I left out a very important detail before reaching out for help. I have coil overs and it’s my understanding I will need to find an offset around ET35. I think that eliminates every OEM wheel.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2025 | 09:08 AM
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I have this for minor suspension adjustments ...



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