Upgrading the 164's Wheels

[AmericaMonster]

If I decide to retain the ML63, which seems probable, I believe it would be advisable to replace the wheels - authentic AMG, measuring 19 x 9.5J with a 46mm offset (previously refurbished once, but the quality of the refurbishment looks subpar based on their appearance and the amount of weight required to balance them). They are not available fresh from any source, save for a single wheel in Poland, priced at about £600 - I am not interested. In terms of style, they are satisfactory, but they do not possess any exceptional qualities according to my own preferences.

I am inclined to install a set of four non-AMG tires, namely the same ones that are already on the back of my CLS. I have a strong preference for these tires, even above any of the other AMG alternatives for the 164 model. The dimensions of the wheels are 19 inches in diameter and 9.5 inches in width, with a 48mm offset.

I am sceptical about the significance of a 2mm change in offset; does anybody have any contrary information?

[Freelele]

Given the little disparity in offset, it is possible that you may not face any consequences. If you have the items on your CLS, doing a trial fitting will provide you with a certain level of comfort.

[Freelele]

I acknowledge that opinions on wheels are very individual and based on personal preferences.

Do you dislike the factory upgrade of the 20-inch wheel for the pre-facelift model?

[Captiva]

A variation of 2mm in offset will have no impact whatsoever.

[Freelele]

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[AmericaMonster]

I am OK with the 19" wheels since I do not need a stiffer ride, and I believe they are proportionate to the W164 model. I also have a preference for simple wheels. I am not fond of intricate designs and find the wheels often used on modern electric vehicles to be unattractive. I favour a minimalist and elegant style; I believe that simplicity is more impactful.

I plan to install these:

[Captiva]

Similar to them, they will be suitable for it.

[AmericaMonster]

I share the same opinion; both the clothes and the automobile are outdated, and I am as well...
 

[Markwe]

I like their elegance and sophistication. Do you need four rear wheels for CLS wheels? That demonstrates a high level of dedication and loyalty. 😄

[AmericaMonster]

The 2007 ML63 did not come with staggered wheels as standard equipment, as stated in the Owner's Manual produced in 2006. My vehicle also does not have staggered wheels; instead, it is equipped with AMG VI wheels measuring 9.5 x 19, which are similar to the rear wheels of the CLS model but with a slightly different offset of 2mm. Curiously, the staggered-setup rear wheels offered by Alloy Wheels Direct are all 9.5 x 19 in size, with a 56 mm offset.

[Syncephe]

They will damage the 63, but keep the wheels as they are narrow.

[AmericaMonster]

Actually, the wheels are fairly wide - measuring 9.5 inches. Although I have a preference for the others, I would not be considering replacing them if the tires on the vehicle were not deteriorated.

[Freelele]

No, neither the W164 nor the W166 ML/GLE 63 models have staggered wheel choices.

[LimeLing]

Do automobile wheels possess sufficient strength?

[AmericaMonster]

The weight difference between the ML and the CLS SB is barely 10%, hence it is unlikely that there would be any issues. To the best of my knowledge, if the diameters and offsets are similar, the wheel dimensions should also be identical, resulting in them being the same. I will determine the similarity of the wheel bosses' thickness by comparing a wheel bolt from the CLS with a wheel bolt from the ML. If the bolts have the same length, it would suggest that the wheel bosses are of same thickness.

With the exception of forged wheels, which are distinct, the sole difference between AMG and non-AMG wheels is in their design; they are all manufactured using the same method, as far as I know.

There is one minor difference in addition to the offsets: the ML wheel bolts are fastened at 150 nm, whilst the CLS is fastened to 130 nm. I am curious about the reason for it, and does it have any significance?

[AmericaMonster]

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