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Hey everyone! I recently picked up a W205 C43, and while I love the performance, I’m really not a fan of how "tucked" the stock wheels look in the arches. I’m looking to achieve a more aggressive, flush stance but want to avoid any rubbing or vibration issues since this is my daily driver. I’ve been looking at 12mm and 15mm options, but I’m torn on which brand offers the best hub-centric fitment specifically for the AMG hubs. I'm currently on the stock 19-inch multispoke wheels and plan to keep the factory ride height for now. For those of you with a similar setup, what spacer sizes and bolt lengths are you running to get that perfect look?
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30/01/2026 4:45 am
Can confirm
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30/01/2026 3:12 am
yo! i totally get it, that tucked look is *so* annoying lol. honestly i was super scared about vibration but i went with H&R Trak+ Wheel Spacers 12mm on the front and H&R Trak+ Wheel Spacers 15mm for the rear. basically, 12mm front and 15mm rear is the sweet spot for a flush look! plus u gotta get H&R Extended Ball Seat Bolts to stay safe. it looks AMAZING and no rubbing at all!! gl!
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30/01/2026 4:15 am
I would suggest looking at Eibach Pro-Spacer 12mm for a quality hub-centric fit without the AMG tax. Just make sure to get the right extended bolts to avoid any safety issues!
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30/01/2026 4:35 am
For your situation, I'd really suggest being extra careful with the hub fitment on the C43. Since it's ur daily, vibrations are the absolute worst. Honestly, while most people jump to the big names, I've had great results with Bonoss Forged Active Cooling Wheel Spacers 12mm and Bonoss Forged Active Cooling Wheel Spacers 15mm.
They have these heat dissipation grooves that actually help with cooling, which is nice if u ever drive spiritedly. Plus, they're super precise with the hub-centric lip. You also gotta make sure ur getting the right seat type for the bolts—stock wheels usually use ball seat, but always double-check. I'd grab the Bonoss Grade 12.9 Extended Wheel Bolts M14x1.5 to match. Seriously tho, make sure u hand-torque everything to 96 lb-ft and re-check after 50 miles. Better safe than sorry when it comes to wheel security!! good luck with the build 👍
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30/01/2026 3:35 am
Ok so, I've had a different experience with those sizes. Honestly, I went 12mm/15mm at first and it looked kinda wierd because the front still felt tucked compared to the back.
I'd actually suggest a different approach—try Macht Schnell Competition Wheel Spacer Kit 15mm all around. Keeping it square makes the car feel more balanced, and I found the Macht Schnell fitment much tighter on the hub than others, so no vibration at 80mph. Plus, Future Design 12.5mm Wheel Spacers are a decent alternative if 15mm feels too aggressive up front, but 12mm was just disappointing for me. gl!
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23/03/2026 4:50 am
Finally someone says it. Ive been thinking this for a while but wasnt sure.