The 2005-2012 997 Carrera and Carrera S are considered a high point in modern Porsche 911’s because of their timeless styling and excellent performance. If you are looking to improve the performance or dial in the aesthetics of your 997 Carrera S then you have come to the right place. This Porsche 911 997 Carrera & Carrera S Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide has you covered with everything from OEM+ fitments to Hardcore Track and everything in between. Be it our Forged VS-5RS or EC-7RS and the Flow Formed SM-10.
Brake Clearance Information
In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter. Our 18" wheels clear the optional factory PCCB.
Bolt Pattern
5x130
Center Bore
71.6mm
Lug Seat
R14 Ball Seat
Thread Pitch
M14x1.5mm
Easy upgrades for street-driven cars
These bolt-on wheel fitments are ideal for Narrowbody 997 owner enjoying their car day-to-day on the street, and they are typically paired with all-season or performance-oriented summer tires. These fitments often provide a better fitment aesthetically than stock and often utilize factory tire sizing.
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Wider fitments for enhanced performance
Our most popular fitments available for the narrowbody 997 Carrera S and Carrera models. Utilizing wider wheels and tire to improve performance all while reducing unsprung weight. Generally a bolt on solution but select wheel or tire sizes may require some modifications.
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Track focused fitments that require significant modifications
These fitments are best suited to a Narrowbody 997 Carrera S or Carrera that sees primarily track time. Suspension modifications are likely needed to ensure proper fitment of some of these options. The solution to getting the most performance out of your 997 on track.
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Spec 997 is a PCA racing series that promotes equal competition between drivers utilizing the 2009-2012 997.2 C2 S (3.8 liters) and C2 (3.6 liters) Coupes. Both six speed manual and PDK transmission are eligible.
A s pec series or "one-make" series is based on a designated make/model vehicle and requires all drivers to prepare them in accordance to a predetermined set of rules. A field of identical race cars puts an emphasis on driver skill and team preparation, and with costs controlled more drivers can afford to get behind the wheel. This is some of the most exciting and competitive racing out there!
Whether you currently race in Spec 997, plan to join in the future, or you intend to modify your weekend track car in parity with the rulebook so you can accurately compare lap times to racers, any 987 Cayman/Boxster owner can run this approved wheel and tire configuration. In regards to wheels and tires, official rulebook states:
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Brake Clearance Information
In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter. The following brakes have been tested and confirmed to clear our wheels.
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