Grimpy

Will rims off a Mustang fit an SC? The bolt pattern is 5x4.5 but what else is there to be sure? I'm not looking to buy rims, just curious?

pcmw

The center bore (cutout in the center of the wheel) is different for a ford than a lexus.

AutoCoutureSC

iTrader: (8)

didnt' you just buy some rims from will???

Grimpy

yup I did! I'm not planning on getting any rims anytime soon.

Wheel Experts

I believe the mustang offset is not compatible with the old SC/GS/LS cars (too low).

SoCalSC4

Actually, the late-model Mustang OE wheels are 17x8 +30: just about right for the SC. They'll probably shake a bit, due to the larger centerbore of the Mustang (70.6mm versus 60.1mm).

A reputable machine shop could make you a set of centering rings for perhaps $100/set.

DoubleWhoosh

Gonna rub and/or stick out depending on the tire...don't be a silly wabbit!!!

Todd Matsubara
TM Engineering LLC
www.tmengineering.net

SoCalSC4

Nope, a 17x8 +30 will not stick out on an SC300/400. That's the same frontspacing as a 17x8.5 +36 or a 17x9 +42- nearly flush with the fender. My 19x9 +35 are flush, a 17x8 +30 are 1/4" more inboard.

... not that I think using Mustang wheels on a Lexus is a good idea... Todd's right, it's time to coin-up for some proper wheels!

DoubleWhoosh

Yes, the front spacing is the same (or off by .02" to be exact), but when you use a narrower wheel, the tire also moves further outward...this is where I think the problems will arise.

The back would definitely work ok, the front could be a problem.

Grimpy

Thanks for the replies... as I said I was not going to get them. =)

I see some rims on ebay stating they fit Mustangs/Supras and etc......

lex400sc

Cobra rims will fit the GS400, therefore, I would assume all Ford rims fit Lexus cars.