how wide in front?

[ross6200]

After reading through a bunch of posts, I have determined that with my wheel upgrade, I do NOT want to go staggered on my 2007 M35X. I don't like the look, and also don't want to do anything to mess up the AWD on the car. I want to keep things even all the way around, and I'd like to go with a 19x9.5" concave wheel. Shouldn't be an issue for the rear, but how about the front? I know most people go with 8.5 up front, but I see some have gone wider. If I go 19x9.5 up front, what offset should I have? Are there issues with rubbing while turning or with the fender?

I should mention that my car is lowered with the Espilir springs (made for the X), which is roughly a 1.5" drop.

Thanks for any advice /suggestions!

[06M4.5]

I would do 40-42 offset

and upgrade to 20's

[The Bodyguard]

Shouldn't have any problems at all... With a 9.5" wide wheel!! Offset you are looking at 38-45 no more than that...maybe +35 with the right tires! Good luck!

[ross6200]

So, I decided on a Lorenzo WL197 in 20x9 inches all around. These should definitely fit flush with no clearance issues. They don't come in 20x9.5....so all's good! I get them put on this week, Finally, because the stocks have been boring me. I'll be putting them up for sale:

18x8 chromes from 2003-04 M45

[The Bodyguard]

Definitely no clearance issues with that size 20" what size tire you going to run? Not sure yet? I would recommend 255/35/20 the added width for a square set up is nice, wheel wells in the M is big!! Nice looking wheel,

[ross6200]

I'm going 245-35-20. Thanks for the thumbs up! Can't wait to see how they look on my M!

[The Bodyguard]

I'm going 245-35-20. Thanks for the thumbs up! Can't wait to see how they look on my M!

This size may look a bit on the small side but you could only tell until it's done with the drop you have it may be fine!!