New wheels - offset question?

[jarodw]

I think about purchasing a new set of wheels for my V8V. My current set, the original AM 7 spoke wheels, start to look a bit outdated. Also I don’t like how they stand too much inside of the wheel arch. I don’t like to install spacers, as this would require to cut the studs. I rather stick to 19” wheels and would like to keep my current tyres (235/40ZR19 front and 275/35ZR19 rear). The new wheels should definitely come out a bit more, so that the face of the wheel should line up flush with the wing/fender.
Honestly, I don’t understand this offset stuff, even after consulting Wikipedia ;-) (do I need positive or negative offset to have the wheels come out more?). So my question to the experts here:
What wheel size / offset do I need considering the above?
Also what is the offset of the original AM 7 spoke wheels?
Thanks, Jarod

[Gibberish]

Hello jarod. There’s a thread on 6speedonline right up your street, loads of discussion about off sets. http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/aston-martin/29...