Rims for CLK 55

Dely · 06-25-2003, 03:04 PM

Hi everyone,

I am the prod new owner of a CLK55 (just purchased this past weekend) and I am already getting the mod bug. I am not too fond of the stock wheels and I would like to upgrade to 18" rims without affecting the performance.

My criteria:

1) Deep dish look
2) Lightweight – I don’t need a rim that inhibits performance
3) No chrome – I am not a fan of the chrome look
4) Strong - I need something that doesn't dent going over a pebble

If anyone can provide recommendations or post a picture of your set-up with the recommended rims that would be great.

My budget at this juncture is $3000

Thanks in advance

Dely.

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Harris · 06-25-2003, 04:19 PM

It will be pretty tough to fulfill all of your criteria with that budget in mind. I have to assume $3000 will be excluding tires, right? I only have a couple of wheels in mind. Would you mind sending me an e-mail or call me directly?

Mach430 · 06-25-2003, 05:25 PM

19" SSR GT3 w/ tires is a little over $3,000.

-Ben

JamE55 · 06-25-2003, 06:06 PM

You may also want to try this.

Dely · 06-25-2003, 11:30 PM

Harris is correct, $3000 is for rims only. I would go up to 4,000 if I have to, but I was looking to do rims and tires for close to that price. However, I am not going to sacrifice looks and performance by skimping.

Dely · 06-26-2003, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Mach430
[b]19" SSR GT3 w/ tires is a little over $3,000.

Ben,

I just checked out the SSR GT3. That is a nice looking rim and the price is very reasonable. That is a good option. Do you know how much they weigh? I am very concern about maintaining the integrity of the ride.

5439cc · 06-26-2003, 03:31 PM

I Started Out With Millies 1000 and There just fine - With the road conditions where I live - It makes no sense in Paying big bucks for them to get bent.
I posted a pic for your review - check tire rack the whole set with S03 tires were 2780.00

Dely · 06-26-2003, 09:50 PM

Anyone have experience with the HRE rims particularly the 400+ series? I am looking at the 441R and the 448R. These are some nice looking rims. How does the CLk run on these? I am looking at getting the 18" size. If you have any of these please post pictures.

Thanks in advance.

JamE55 · 06-27-2003, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dely
Anyone have experience with the HRE rims particularly the 400+ series? I am looking at the 441R and the 448R. These are some nice looking rims. How does the CLk run on these? I am looking at getting the 18" size. If you have any of these please post pictures.

Thanks in advance.

If you're looking to get HRE's they're going to cost you more than $3k a set. You can custom build these to your specs. If you need to see some pics just click on my link on my sig. If you find anything you like e-mail Peter at peter@wheelexperts.com and he can definitely help you out!

Dely · 06-27-2003, 08:18 PM

I will contact Peter when the time is right. I am still a few months away from when I intend to purchase these. However, I am pretty sure that I will purchase one of the HRE style rims.

JamE55 · 06-27-2003, 08:24 PM

Dely

Welcome! Keep us posted on which HRE style you pick. Can't go wrong!

Big Sheesh · 06-30-2003, 02:23 AM

Brabus Monoblock VI

Joe55 · 06-30-2003, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dely
Anyone have experience with the HRE rims particularly the 400+ series? I am looking at the 441R and the 448R. These are some nice looking rims. How does the CLk run on these? I am looking at getting the 18" size. If you have any of these please post pictures.

Thanks in advance.

HREs' are pretty nice looking wheels, their 449R don't look bad.

lee2375 · 07-01-2003, 12:35 AM

If you ever do need those HREs, I will be here...I can't get to 3K for silver 440R 18s, but we can get pretty close.

Dely · 07-01-2003, 12:05 PM

Actually, I am leaning towards the HRE 441R. I will keep Wheelexperts in mind when I am ready to make my purchase. I am also open to any other suggestion within that price range (low 3Ks).

Ahmed · 07-06-2003, 07:09 AM

how about these for under a thousand dollars with tires and all brand new from EURO CAR PARTS in the UK!!

MBZ4LIFE · 07-20-2003, 03:42 AM

I'm also leaning towards HREs. My favorites are the 843R, 543R, and 540R. Does anyone know whether I can get the wheel lip in brushed aluminum and the center spokes in chrome? I'm thinking that the brushed aluminum would be more resistent to curb rashes. I'm sure someone would correct me if I'm wrong.

Any HRE dealers out there willing to give me a quote for 19x8.5 (fronts) and 19x9.5 (rears) for a 2003 CLK500?

So ladies and gentlemen, what rims do you think would look the best on a CLK?

In clockwise order from top left:
843R, 840R
543R, 540R

tango · 07-20-2003, 05:21 AM

actually i always wanted to konw.. why are the 800 series more pricey than the 500 series? cuz seems like the 500 is multi-pieced while the 800 is single piece

MBZ4LIFE · 07-20-2003, 12:16 PM

The 800 series are also multi-piece, but look cleaner. They don't have the rivets.

JamE55 · 07-21-2003, 11:08 AM

Call Peter at peter@wheelexperts.com !!

AMG BRED · 07-22-2003, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by MBZ4LIFE
I'm also leaning towards HREs. My favorites are the 843R, 543R, and 540R. Does anyone know whether I can get the wheel lip in brushed aluminum and the center spokes in chrome? I'm thinking that the brushed aluminum would be more resistent to curb rashes. I'm sure someone would correct me if I'm wrong.

Any HRE dealers out there willing to give me a quote for 19x8.5 (fronts) and 19x9.5 (rears) for a 2003 CLK500?

So ladies and gentlemen, what rims do you think would look the best on a CLK?

In clockwise order from top left:
843R, 840R
543R, 540R

i just got HREs put on my C32, look at link in sig.

You can go 19 x 10 in the rears without any problems, Peter from wheelexperts is who i went thru to get my wheels, he is knowledgeable and very proffesional.

As far as curb rash on those wheels, you must do something really dumb to get curb damage on the spokes before the lips.

06-25-2003, 05:25 PM	#3
Mach430 Out Of Control!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Southern CA Posts: 35,856	19" SSR GT3 w/ tires is a little over $3,000. -Ben __________________

06-25-2003, 06:06 PM	#4
JamE55 Out Of Control! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: CA, NV, CO Posts: 19,916	OZ Superleggeras 3pc You may also want to try this. __________________ CLK-DTM AMG...The only one you'll need for the street! Reliable Tuning Companies Below: www.Evosport.com Buy now or die! www.EuroteckMotorsports.com Buy now or die!! www.ttmotorsports.com If you want to hear the voice of God! :D What Kleemann does to mere mortals --->

06-25-2003, 11:30 PM	#5
Dely Almost a Member! Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 28 Drives: CLK 55	Thanks All Harris is correct, $3000 is for rims only. I would go up to 4,000 if I have to, but I was looking to do rims and tires for close to that price. However, I am not going to sacrifice looks and performance by skimping.

06-26-2003, 09:50 PM	#8
Dely Almost a Member! Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 28 Drives: CLK 55	HRE Rims Anyone have experience with the HRE rims particularly the 400+ series? I am looking at the 441R and the 448R. These are some nice looking rims. How does the CLk run on these? I am looking at getting the 18" size. If you have any of these please post pictures. Thanks in advance.

06-27-2003, 08:18 PM	#10
Dely Almost a Member! Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 28 Drives: CLK 55	Thanks JamE55 I will contact Peter when the time is right. I am still a few months away from when I intend to purchase these. However, I am pretty sure that I will purchase one of the HRE style rims.

06-25-2003, 04:19 PM	#2
Harris MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 4,439	It will be pretty tough to fulfill all of your criteria with that budget in mind. I have to assume $3000 will be excluding tires, right? I only have a couple of wheels in mind. Would you mind sending me an e-mail or call me directly?

06-27-2003, 08:24 PM	#11
JamE55 Out Of Control! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: CA, NV, CO Posts: 19,916	Dely Welcome! Keep us posted on which HRE style you pick. Can't go wrong! __________________ CLK-DTM AMG...The only one you'll need for the street! Reliable Tuning Companies Below: www.Evosport.com Buy now or die! www.EuroteckMotorsports.com Buy now or die!! www.ttmotorsports.com If you want to hear the voice of God! :D What Kleemann does to mere mortals --->

06-30-2003, 02:23 AM	#12
Big Sheesh Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 467 Drives: 2002 C230 Sports Coupe	Brabus Monoblock VI __________________ "I'm naturally buff!" - Captain Hardgainer 2002 C230 Coupe/Capri Blue/Auto/Leather Steering Wheel & Shifter/CD Changer/Clear Corners/Evolution Pedals

07-01-2003, 12:35 AM	#14
lee2375 MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,629 Drives: 07 CL550 BRABUS, 06 Range Rover Sport Supercharged, 07 911 Turbo	If you ever do need those HREs, I will be here...I can't get to 3K for silver 440R 18s, but we can get pretty close.

07-01-2003, 12:05 PM	#15
Dely Almost a Member! Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 28 Drives: CLK 55	Thanks Peter Actually, I am leaning towards the HRE 441R. I will keep Wheelexperts in mind when I am ready to make my purchase. I am also open to any other suggestion within that price range (low 3Ks).

07-20-2003, 05:21 AM	#18
tango Super Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: vancouver Posts: 912	actually i always wanted to konw.. why are the 800 series more pricey than the 500 series? cuz seems like the 500 is multi-pieced while the 800 is single piece __________________ Merry X'mas and a Happy New Year

07-20-2003, 12:16 PM	#19
MBZ4LIFE Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: SoCal Posts: 214 Drives: '03 CLK500 (gone), '99 E320 (gone), '04 325i (wife), '04 911 40th Anniv	The 800 series are also multi-piece, but look cleaner. They don't have the rivets.

07-21-2003, 11:08 AM	#20
JamE55 Out Of Control! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: CA, NV, CO Posts: 19,916	MBZ4LIFE Call Peter at peter@wheelexperts.com !! __________________ CLK-DTM AMG...The only one you'll need for the street! Reliable Tuning Companies Below: www.Evosport.com Buy now or die! www.EuroteckMotorsports.com Buy now or die!! www.ttmotorsports.com If you want to hear the voice of God! :D What Kleemann does to mere mortals --->

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