Performance/Street Fitment
Performance/Street Fitment
Front Setup18x8.5 ET44225/40-18
Rear Setup18x10 ET36285/30-18
Performance/Street Fitment reference setup. Verify tire model, camber, brake clearance, and ride height before ordering.
Porsche 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S wheel specs and setup guide
Porsche 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Fitment Guide
Use this Porsche 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S fitment guide to compare front and rear wheel specs, tire sizes, hub hardware, and fitment types before choosing a setup.
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Quick answer
What is the best 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S fitment?
A popular 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S setup is 18x8.5 ET44 front with 225/40-18 tires and 18x10 ET36 rear with 285/30-18 tires. Review the full table for the rest of the combinations people have run, then double-check body width, brake clearance, ride height, and hub hardware before ordering.
Wheel specs
993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Wheel Specs
Start with the factory specs before comparing aftermarket 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S wheel fitment.
Years1996-1998
Bolt Pattern5x130
Center Bore71.6mm
HardwareM14x1.5
Chassis context
How to Read This 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Fitment Guide
This guide covers popular fitment setups for the Porsche 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S, plus the factory hub specs that matter when shopping for wheels.
Featured setups are shown first, followed by a broader table of combinations people have run. Use those as a starting point, then confirm tire model, suspension height, alignment, brake package, and body clearance on your car before ordering.
Popular setups
Best 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Wheel Fitment Setups
These 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S fitment setups combine the vehicle-specific fitment data with the proven fitment recommendations.
Fitment type options
Popular 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Fitments People Have Run
These setups are organized by fitment type. Front and rear specs are shown together because the setup works as a full pair, even when the fitment is square.
Fitment TypeFrontRear
Performance/Street Fitment18x8.5 ET44225/40-1818x10 ET36285/30-18
Aftermarket range
993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Fitment Range
Common widths8.5-11 inches across popular setups
Offset rangeET36-ET44 across popular setups
Popular tires225/40-18, 235/40-18, 285/30-18, 295/30-18
Fitment notes
What to Know Before Buying 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Wheels
Compare the Full Setup
The 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S fitment table keeps front and rear specs together so wheel width, offset, and tire size can be reviewed as a complete setup.
Check Clearance Before Ordering
Wheel width, offset, tire model, alignment, brake package, and ride height can all change clearance. Confirm inner suspension clearance, outer fender clearance, hub fit, and brake caliper clearance before ordering.
Factory sizes
993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S OEM Wheel Sizes
SizeOffsetNotes
8Jx18 front / 10Jx18 rearET52 front / ET40 rear1996-1998 Carrera S/4S widebody representative 18-inch package; 225/40ZR18 front, 285/30ZR18 rear.
Buyer notes
993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Fitment Tips
- Start with the 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S factory hub specs: 5x130 bolt pattern, 71.6mm center bore, and M14x1.5 hardware.
- Compare front and rear specs together, especially on staggered setups where tire diameter and offset balance matter.
- Check brake clearance with the exact wheel design, not just diameter and offset.
- Use the wheel fitment calculator to compare poke, inset, and tire changes against your current setup.
FAQ
993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S Fitment Guide Questions
What is the best 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S fitment?
A popular 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S setup is 18x8.5 ET44 front with 225/40-18 tires and 18x10 ET36 rear with 285/30-18 tires. Review the full table for the rest of the combinations people have run, then double-check body width, brake clearance, ride height, and hub hardware before ordering.
What bolt pattern is a Porsche 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S?
The Porsche 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S uses a 5x130 bolt pattern with a 71.6mm center bore and M14x1.5 wheel hardware.
Do I need to verify brake clearance on a 993 Carrera S / Carrera 4S?
Yes. Diameter, width, and offset are not enough by themselves because spoke shape and brake package determine caliper clearance.
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