what is a bolt pattern? im looking for rims for my next car, and have no fuckin idea what a bolt pattern is.. first timer.. and also, how would i be able to find out what kind of bolt pattern my car has. thx guys.

 

what kind of car do you have?

 

well my next car is gonna be a 330ci

 

I'll take a chance and assume your asking an honest question. As simply as possible, a Camaro wheel won't fit on a Mustang because the wheel bolts are different distances apart. Each Make (Chevy, Ford, Dodge, etc.) has different distances (bolt patterns).

 

BMW's are 5x120

 

they have adapters you can get if the bolt pattern doesn't fit

 

o alright, thx guy! and yes, it was an honest question...

 

isnt there an odd offset on BMW's? on subarus there is also, mine is a 5x100 with a +51 offset... the reason i ask is because the offset will have a lot to do with how the wheel sits in the car.... any BMW guys know this?>

 

what does the 5 stand for?
what does the 120 stand for?

 

my guess would be 5 bolts and 120 units apart most likely the unit would be the millimeter?

just a guess though, im still learnin