BMW 7 Series Tyres

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1980 BMW Series 7 735i Brochure Photo

BMW 7 Series 1977–

BMW 7 Series E23 Tyres (1977–1987)

The Mk1 BMW 728i came fitted with 195/70 R14 tyres on 6J wheels or 205/70 R14 tyres on 6.5J wheels. Our recommended 195/70 R14 tyre is the 195/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36.
Our recommended 205/70 R14 tyres in this size are the 205/70VR14 Michelin XWX or the 205/70 WR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36.
Some 728i models fitted 165TR-390 millimetric wheels with 220/55 R390 tyres. In this size we can recommend the 220/55 WR 390 Michelin TRX.
The Mk1 BMW 730, 732i 733i, 735i, and 745i fitted 205/70 R14 tyres on 6J or 6.5J wheels. In this size we recommend the 205/70 WR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 or the 205/70VR14 Michelin XWX.
The BMW 733i, 735i, and 745i had the option of upgrading to millimetric 165TR-390 wheels and 220/55 R390 TRX tyres. We recommend the 220/55 WR 390 Michelin TRX in this size.
For more informaiton about Michelin's fantastic TRX range, see our Michelin TRX Tyres Video.

1987 BMW 7 Series E32 735i

BMW 7 Series E32 Tyres (1986–1994)

The MK2 BMW 730i was available with either 205/65 R15 tyres on 6.5J wheels or 225/60 R15 tyres on 7J wheels.
205/65 R15 tyres are yet to fall into the classic range. If you need 225/65 R15 tyres we have the 225/60 R 15 B.F.Goodrich Radial T/A.
The MK2 730i had the option of fitting 195TR-415 wheels and 240/45 R415 tyres. In this size we recommend the 240/45VR415 Michelin TRX GT.
The 1993–1994 BMW 730i V8 fitted 225/60 R15 tyres on 7J-15 wheels, or 235/45 R17 tyres on 8J-17 wheels. Our recommended 225/60 R15 tyre is the 225/60 R 15 B.F.Goodrich Radial T/A, 235/45 R17 tyres are still commonly available from modern tyre shops.
The BMW 735i fitted 205/65 R15 tyres on 6.5J-15 wheels, or 225/60 R15 tyres on 7J-15 wheels. We recommend the 225/60 R 15 B.F.Goodrich Radial T/A for the 225/60 R15 size.
The BMW 735i had the option of millimetric 195TR-415 wheels and 240/45VR415 Michelin TRX GT tyres.
The long-wheelbase BMW 735iL (1990-1994 models) was fitted with either 225/60 R15 tyres on 7J-15 wheels, or 235/45 R17 tyres on 8J-17 wheels (225/60 R 15 B.F.Goodrich Radial T/A).
The BMW 750iL (1990-1994 models) fitted 225/60 R15 tyres on 7J-15 wheels or 235/45 R17 tyres on 8J-17 wheels.

1998-2000 BMW E38 735i Saloon

BMW 7 Series E38 Tyres (1994–2001)

The BMW 730i and 730iL were equipped with 215/65 R16 tyres on 7.5J-16 wheels as standard, with an option for 245/55 ZR16 tyres on 8J-16 wheels.
The BMW 740i and 740iL came with 225/60 R15 tyres (225/60 R 15 B.F.Goodrich Radial T/A) and 7J-15 wheels, or 235/45 R17 tyres on 8J-17 wheels.
The 1995–2001 BMW 740i and 740iL models were fitted with 235/60 R16 tyres as standard. The best classic tyre in this size is the 235/60 WR 16 Michelin Primacy 3.
Some 740i and 740iL models fitted 245/45 R17 tyres at the front and 275/40 R19 tyres at the rear.
The BMW 750iL was equipped with 235/60 R16 tyres as standard. Longstone recommends the 235/60 WR 16 Michelin Primacy 3.
Some 750iL fitted 245/45 R17 tyres at the front and 275/40 R19 tyres at the rear.

Alpina Logo

BMW 7 Series Alpina Tyres

The E23 7 Series B11 Alpina Conversions fitted 205/55YR16 PIRELLI CINTURATO P7 on the front and 225/50 YR 16 PIRELLI CINTURATO P7 on the rear. Alpina chose the PIRELLI CINTURATO ™ P7 in period for its Alpina models, and it remains the same option today.
The E32 Alpina B11 and B12 fitted 235/40 R17 front and 265/40 R17 rear tyres.

BMW 7 Series Innertubes

Our period fitment guides suggest that some early models from 1977–1982 may have fitted tube-type wheels that need innertubes. All 7 series cars from 1983 are listed as tubeless.
For 195/70 R14 and 205/70 R14 tyres, the ideal tube is the Michelin 14F innertube.
Tyres with a profile below 70% (e.g. 220/55 R390) cannot and must not fit innertubes!

BMW 7 Series Recommended Tyres

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195/70VR14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36

Starting at £256.80 £214.00
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205/70VR14 Michelin XWX

Starting at £399.60 £333.00
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205/70 WR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36

Starting at £358.80 £299.00
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220/55 WR 390 Michelin TRX

Starting at £416.40 £347.00
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225/60 R 15 B.F.Goodrich Radial T/A

Starting at £210.00 £175.00
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240/45VR415 Michelin TRX GT

Starting at £514.80 £429.00
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235/60 WR 16 Michelin Primacy 3
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205/55YR16 PIRELLI CINTURATO P7

Starting at £346.80 £289.00
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225/50 YR 16 PIRELLI CINTURATO P7

Starting at £390.00 £325.00
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Set of 2 off 205/55YR16 PIRELLI CINTURATO P7 + 2 off 225/50 YR 16 PIRELLI CINTURATO P7

Starting at £1,402.80 £1,169.00
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Michelin 14F Offset Valve Inner Tube

Starting at £38.40 £32.00

Other Options for BMW 7 Series Tyres

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195/70 VR 14 Vredestein

Starting at £226.80 £189.00
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205/70 SR 14 B.F.Goodrich Radial T/A

Starting at £192.00 £160.00
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205/70 VR 14 Vredestein Classic

Starting at £237.60 £198.00
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205/70 HR14 Galaxy Whitewall

Starting at £108.00 £90.00
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225/60 VR 15 Avon CR6ZZ

Starting at £500.40 £417.00
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205/55 ZR 16 Michelin SX MXX3

Starting at £374.40 £312.00
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225/50 R 16 Michelin Pilot Sport

Starting at £439.20 £366.00
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225/50YR16 Pirelli P-Zero

Starting at £382.80 £319.00
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Set of 4 off 205/70 VR14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36

Starting at £1,378.80 £1,149.00
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Set of 5 off 205/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36

Starting at £1,678.80 £1,399.00
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Set of 4 off 205/70R14 Michelin XWX

Starting at £1,534.80 £1,279.00
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Set of 5 off 205/70 R 14 Michelin XWX

Starting at £1,882.80 £1,569.00
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Set of 4 off 240/45 VR415 Michelin TRX GT

Starting at £1,966.80 £1,639.00
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Set of 5 off 240/45R415 Michelin TRX GT

Starting at £2,410.80 £2,009.00

1983-1986 BMW 735i E23 Sedan

History of the BMW 7 Series

BMW 7 Series E23

The BMW E23, produced from 1977 to 1987 as the first generation of the 7 Series, marked BMW’s entry into the full-size luxury sedan market and laid the foundation for the brand's future in the premium executive car segment. Built with 6-cylinder engines and later offering a turbocharged option, the E23 introduced advanced features such as an on-board computer, a service interval indicator, and complex temperature management systems. It was also the first BMW to feature anti-lock brakes (ABS), a driver’s airbag, and a double-link front suspension. Its successor, the E32, continued this legacy of innovation.

Michelin TRX Tyres Explained

BMW 7 Series E32

The BMW E32, produced from 1986 until 1994, replaced the E23 and was available with straight-six, V8 (BMW’s first since 1962), and V12 engines. The launch models included the 730i/iL and 735i/iL, powered by the M30 straight-six, while the 750i/iL introduced BMW’s first V12, producing 295 hp.

In 1991, BMW introduced the M60 V8 engine, available in 4.0L (740i/iL) and 3.0L versions (730i/iL). The 740i's top speed was limited to 240 km/h (149 mph), while the 750i adhered to the "gentlemen's agreement," capping it at 250 km/h (155 mph). Both V8 engines were paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission from ZF.

Considered highly advanced, the E32 offered luxury options like integrated telephones, fax machines, electronically adjustable rear seats, and rear-passenger radio controls. The 750iL was the first car with Xenon HID headlamps, and the E32 introduced BMW's first traction control system. In 1994, it was succeeded by the E38.

BMW 7 Series E38

The BMW E38, produced from 1994 until 2001, replaced the E32 and was available with straight-six, V8, and V12 engines, including turbo-diesel options. Three wheelbase lengths were offered: short (i), long (iL), and Limousine (L7).

Technological innovations in the E38 included curtain airbags, satellite navigation (a European first), and an in-built television. It was the last 7 Series with a manual transmission. Safety and convenience features included ASC+T traction control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), auto-leveling Xenon headlamps, side airbags, Electronic Damper Control, Park Distance Control, and power-folding mirrors.

The E38 played a key role in advancing safety, comfort, and in-car technology, influencing future luxury sedans. It was replaced by the E65 in 2001.