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Confidence: Reported (2 of 3). Stated by one reasonably reputable source (retailer, shop, magazine). Not independently confirmed. Based on 4 cited source(s), last verified 2026-10-26.

What is the factory spec for the OEM Evo VIII MR (2005) BBS forged 17x8 ET38 wheel on a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)?

Q: What is the factory spec for the OEM Evo VIII MR (2005) BBS forged 17x8 ET38 wheel on a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)?

Factory specification. Factory wheel on the 2005 MR only. MMNA says the MR gets one-piece forged BBS wheels that are each 2.76 lb (1.25 kg) lighter than the Enkeis. A 2005 review gives 17x8 with 235/45R17 93W tires; the +38 offset comes from owners. Tier 2 because no Mitsubishi document read gives the MR wheel's width and offset.

Added 2026-10-26 · Updated 2026-10-26

Short answer: Factory specification Reported

Verdict:Factory spec Reported confidence (2 of 3) · 4 sources

Factory specification: Factory wheel on the 2005 MR only.

Years: 2005 · Applies to: MR · 4 sources · Last verified 2026-10-26

Safety-critical part. Manufacturer sources are cited, but they disagree or are incomplete for this fitment, so this entry is held below "Confirmed". Have the work done or checked by a qualified professional and confirm figures and part numbers against the service manual or the manufacturer.

Part	OEM Evo VIII MR (2005) BBS forged 17x8 ET38 wheel
Vehicle	Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII (2003-2005)
Years	2005
Trim / condition	MR
Verdict	Factory spec Specification
Confidence	Reported 2 of 3 — Stated by one reasonably reputable source (retailer, shop, magazine). Not independently confirmed.
Last verified	2026-10-26 (date the cited sources were last read)

Details

Factory wheel on the 2005 MR only. MMNA says the MR gets one-piece forged BBS wheels that are each 2.76 lb (1.25 kg) lighter than the Enkeis. A 2005 review gives 17x8 with 235/45R17 93W tires; the +38 offset comes from owners. Tier 2 because no Mitsubishi document read gives the MR wheel's width and offset.

Specs

bolt pattern: 5x114.3
centerbore mm: 67.1
size: 17x8
offset mm: 38
tire: 235/45R17
weight lb owner reported: 17.74

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Other wheels fitment for the CT9A (Evolution VIII)

OEM Evo VIII (2003-05 base/RS/VIII) Enkei 17x8 ET38 wheel — Specification Factory spec
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Factory wheel nut spec, Evo VIII/IX (M12x1.5) — Specification Factory spec
OEM Evo IX (2006 RS/IX) Enkei 17x8 ET38 wheel — Reported to fit Fits
OEM Evo IX MR (2006) BBS forged 17x8 ET38 wheel — Reported to fit Fits

This part on other generations

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX (2006) — Reported to fit Fits

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Sources

Lancer Evolution evolves highest-performance MR edition — Mitsubishi Motors North America (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
MR exclusive: forged BBS, 2.76 lb lighter each than the Enkeis.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution - What's New for 2005 — Mitsubishi Motors North America (mfr spec; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
2005 VIII MR: BBS one-piece forged wheels.
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Edition (review and spec list) — LAcar (editorial; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
2005 MR: 17 x 8 BBS, 235/45R17 93W.
Everything to know about evo 8/9/10 OEM wheels — EvolutionM forum (forum thread; read 2026-10-26; full page read)
8/9 MR BBS: 17x8 +38, 17.74 lb.

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