yes it can be done.... but you won't be able to get any WIDE tires on there w/o issues (unless you do some more extensive modifications..... roll/pull....)
...and it will look funny. Stick to the recommended sizes in the link above. There are plenty of wheels to choose from and I know I've seen that style before.
Actually, 7.5" wheels with +40mm offset actually stick out 7.7mm LESS than my 8.5" +45mm offset wheels..... and I don't think mine look "funny" at all....