does anyone know for sure the right offset for a set of tuner wheels? I have a 05mcs and have heard it either +40 or +48. The set i want is +40.

 

40 should work but it really depends on what tires you plan on using and if you have lowered the car much

 

I thought our cars were 42 offset, but I'm probably wrong. Maybe it's the wheels I have on now are 42.

 

running 44 offset 1 inch drop with 215/35/18: no issues.
doug

 

If not a member of MINI2 forums , you should look into it.
http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?f...q_faq_bolt_etc The ET listing is the offset!
If you cant find the link , post again and I'll help
Joe D.:smile:

 

Here is another great thread, closed the posts but still open for viewing. Hopes this helps. Joe.
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...heel%20gallery

 

minimik,
You are looking for rims that are at least 15" or larger up to 20".
4x100 bolt pattern, MINI hub bore is 56.1mm
+48 mm is the stock offset for the MINI but it can varry a little down to +45
If you have the stock MC or MCS suspension you can use rims that are in the +37mm to +48mm offset range without rubbing.

If you have lowered your MINI you should look for rims that about +45mm offset although you can go to about +42mm and get only a little rubbing.
+40mm offset with a lowered suspension is likely to rub. You can minimize this chance if you install tires with a lower than stock outer tire diameter (24.4") such as the 215/40-17 for 17" rims. If you do get rubbing then you can use a dremmel tool to trim away the plastic that rubs on the inner rear wheel wells.

If you don't want to fuss with all this then talk to Alex@tirerack and visit tirerack.com and enter you have a MINI and it will give you the wheels that will fit OK so you can see the offsets that match. They assume you have stock suspension.

 

Thank you everyone for your help. Was out of town, just got back. Your help is really helpful.
Thanks again