Description

BBS E88 Race Pocket Forged Wheels – Custom Elite BBS Wheels Spec | BMW E36 & E46 Fitment | Motorsport Gold / Polished Lip

Not every great wheel build is about maximum aggression. Sometimes the best builds are the ones that fit perfectly, look exactly right, and elevate the car without overpowering it. These brand new, custom-built BBS E88 Race Pocket wheels in Elite BBS Wheels spec do precisely that. Sized and specced specifically for the BMW E36 and E46 non-M platforms on a 5×120 bolt pattern, these wheels bring genuine BBS two-piece forged quality to one of the most beloved generations of BMW road cars. Motorsport Gold faces, mirror-polished lips, and race pocket spoke architecture — this is a build that respects the platform and rewards the eye.

What Makes These Wheels Special

• BBS E88 Race Pocket Face Design — The Race Pocket spoke profile is one of the most distinctive and desirable designs in the BBS catalogue. Wide, open spoke pockets between each spoke arm create a face that looks substantial and purposeful without being overwrought. On an E36 or E46, the proportions are exactly right — classic BMW meets classic BBS.
• BBS Motorsport Gold Finish — The faces are finished in genuine BBS Motorsport Gold, the same finish associated with decades of BBS motorsport involvement across DTM, Formula 1, and endurance racing. The warm gold tone against the polished lip creates a combination that is immediately recognizable and impossible to replicate with off-the-shelf alternatives.
• Mirror Polished Lips — The deep polished lips add light, depth, and visual width to each wheel. On an E36 or E46, the lip depth creates exactly the kind of stance enhancement that makes a car look purposefully built rather than casually modified.
• Genuine BBS Two-Piece Forged Construction — Every wheel is built on genuine BBS rim halves with authentic BBS hardware and seals. Two-piece forged construction means low unsprung weight, genuine structural integrity, and a wheel that can be rebuilt or resized down the line. These are not replica builds — every component is real BBS.
• Big Brake Kit Clearance — Built with BBK clearance, so if you are running an upgraded brake setup on your E36 or E46, these wheels are already accounted for. No fitment surprises.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Primary Fitment — BMW E36 & E46 Non-M — These wheels are built specifically for the E36 and E46 non-M platforms on the BMW 5×120 bolt pattern. The staggered sizing delivers a mild but effective rear-biased stance.
• Flexible for Other Vehicles — The specs can be altered to fit a wide range of 5×120 vehicles beyond the E36 and E46. Contact us before ordering to discuss your specific application.
• Hub Bore — 72.56mm, correct for BMW fitment across both the E36 and E46 platforms.
• Off-Road Use Only — These wheels are designated for off-road use only.

Wheel Specifications at a Glance

What’s Included

• Full set of 4 genuine BBS E88 Race Pocket rim halves
• Genuine BBS hardware and seals throughout
• Staggered fitment (fronts and rears matched to spec)

Customization Options

Want something tailored to your exact build? We offer:

• Size modifications — rebuild to a different width or offset to suit your specific vehicle
• Face color change — powder coat the faces in a custom color of your choice

All customization is available at an additional cost. Contact us before ordering to discuss your requirements.

The BMW E36 and E46 are two of the most respected driver’s cars in BMW’s modern history. These BBS E88 Race Pocket wheels in Elite BBS Wheels spec — Motorsport Gold, polished lips, genuine forged construction — are a build worthy of both platforms. Built new. Built genuine. Built right.

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