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12-14-2008, 10:09 PM | #1 |
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Help me with BBS wheels or any comparable wheel suggestions.
I'm interested in getting some wheels that are forged/light weight. I'd like BBS, but it seems like they all require spacers? Is that the case with all their forged wheels? Anyone know if they make a 19" LM with the grey color in the proper offset? Those Champ Edition LM's were nice despite the 20" size.
I'm also looking at the new Volk wheel, but I think that it comes in 20's, as does the Yokohama F7. I'd like to avoid 20's if possible. Maybe the TE37, but it's pretty plain looking. The MORR GB is dead and I don't know if I'd spend retail on those wheels because they are just too new as a company, and at $4500 a set, they're right up there with some very reputable brands that have been around for a long time. It doesn't look like RAC is in business anymore either. Then you have the wheels I consider the "bling wheels" like HRE, 360Forged, DPE, iForged. Nothing wrong with them, but they're not exactly a wheel you see at the track. Most are also in the 20" size, which is part of the reason I consider them bling wheels; I know you can have them custom made. Any info or suggestions would be appreciated.
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12-14-2008, 11:20 PM | #4 |
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OZ Ultraleggera are good lightweight wheels. But I think they also require spacers.
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12-14-2008, 11:29 PM | #5 |
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We will have our Alloy Technic B9 in 20" coming January 15th, and the 19" ones are available now. On the 19" in the M3 offsets, the front weighs approx 19 lbs and the rears are 20.
19x8.5 et25 18.8 lbs 19x9.5 et20 19.9 lbs They are machined and finished on order, ETA 2-3 weeks after order date. No GB necessary [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20B9%20Liquid%20Silver/IMG_0018.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20B9%20Liquid%20Silver/IMG_0022.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20B9%20Liquid%20Silver/IMG_0023.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20B9%20Liquid%20Silver/IMG_0047.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20B9%20Liquid%20Silver/IMG_0059.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20B9%20Liquid%20Silver/IMG_0074.jpg[/img] |
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12-14-2008, 11:30 PM | #6 |
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Some finish options:
Gloss black [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/B9%20gloss%20black.jpg[/img] Gloss charcoal [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/B9%20gloss%20charcoal.jpg[/img] Silver [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/B9%20gloss%20silver.jpg[/img] Matte black [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/B9%20matte%20textured%20blk.jpg[/img] Brushed/clear and polished/clear also available...BTW these are TPMS compatible and fit OEM BMW centercap. |
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12-14-2008, 11:37 PM | #7 |
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To answer your original BBS question:
BBS does have a proper offset for the E92 M3 in the LM: 19x8.5 et17 19x10 et25 The LM-R is also available but the rear is a tad weak 19x8.5 et28 19x9.5 et25 RSGT is also available in diamond black or diamond silver but needs a 10mm spacer up front 19x8.5 et35 19x10 et25 RGR is also available in diamond black or diamond silver but needs a 10mm spacer up front 19x8.5 et32 19x10 et25 If you need a quote on any of these, or the Alloy Technic posted above, just let us know. Thanks! |
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12-15-2008, 02:27 AM | #8 |
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Thanks Peter!! Great info on the BBS.
Are the B9 cast or forged? The only problem is I'm looking for a charcoal color since I think it's hard to see the details of a wheel when it's black.
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12-15-2008, 02:48 AM | #9 |
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You're right, the new Volk TE37 G2 is currently only available in 20" but 19" and possibly 18" fitment for the M3 will be available soon.
There are other Volk Rays wheel styles that have 18" & 19" M3 fitments also, without having to use spacers, like the RE30 and CE28N, both forged and lightweight. These need to be special-ordered through any of the various Volk Rays wheels distributors/dealers (which all work through Mackin from my understanding) and it will take around 3 months to get them. The good thing about Volk wheels is that they will fit all your criteria and will offer the option of special colors/finishes at a modest extra cost. See Rays wheels website and you'll find a list of these various Rays Volk wheels that can be ordered in the 5x120 bolt pattern with the appropriate offsets front & back for the M3. Personally, I'm looking to get an 18" set of Volk RE30 or TE37 (original version, not the G2) to use a track set. They are the logical choice for forged wheels because there is no sense in spending big $$ for more expensive forged wheels if you're going to potentially ruin them from the corrosive brake dust from race pad compound at track events.
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The B9 is forged of a 6000 series alloy from an 8000T press. The second photo in my thread above is actually of a gloss charcoal. Here is a shot of my buddy's E90 335i with a charcoal set installed. [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E90%20B9%20Charcoal/IMG_6513.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E90%20B9%20Charcoal/IMG_6516.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E90%20B9%20Charcoal/IMG_6518.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E90%20B9%20Charcoal/IMG_6522.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E90%20B9%20Charcoal/IMG_6546.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E90%20B9%20Charcoal/IMG_6563.jpg[/img] |
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And here are some shots of Nate's ride on charcoal B9s as well.
[img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E92%20B9%20Charcoal/DSC06669.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E92%20B9%20Charcoal/DSC06675.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E92%20B9%20Charcoal/DSC06676.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E92%20B9%20Charcoal/DSC06678.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Alloy%20Technic/335i%20E92%20B9%20Charcoal/DSC06681.jpg[/img] |
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This looks sexy to me, even in 20's. It's Chompino's car on another forum.
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12-16-2008, 09:58 AM | #15 |
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I was told the G2 will likely be available around springtime in the 19" sizes...In the meantime RE30s are an option as well
[img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Rays/RE30%20Limited%20on%20M3.jpg[/img] [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Rays/limited%20RE30.jpg[/img] And here is the TE37 G2 in 20" [img]http://*******perts.com/_peter/Rays/VR%20G2%2020inch.jpg[/img] |
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12-16-2008, 12:04 PM | #16 |
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I'm not sure if it's just Enkreuz alone. I think that goes for all the forged wheels. But honestly, resale values will fluctuate so it's hard to predict. If you're looking to get the most resale value I suggest that you not buy wheels because like cars, they're not exactly an appreciating asset.
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some forged wheels that I would like to recommend are:
1. Neez 7 Model 19 - 8.5J +15 (10.3kg) Hyper Black 19 - 10.0J +25 (10.7kg) Hyper Black 2. Neez EuroCross Super Rim 19 - 8.5J +15 (9.3kg) Hyper Black 19 - 10.0J +25 (8.95kg) Hyper Black 3. Prodrive GC-014i M3 19" only Front: 19 -8.5 +22/+15 Rear: 19 - 9.5 +22/+12
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Also, as Peter Elaborated on the BBS, there are plenty wheels that come with suitable fitments without spacers for the E9X M3.
Also, although the Yokohama Advan RS, are not forged they are one the best cast wheels on the market with superb fitments. Let us know if you need any help on any of the above wheels, including Wheels by Volk and Yokohama.
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12-18-2008, 12:45 AM | #19 |
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Julius, I'm definitely considering the NEEZ 7.
Thanks to all the venders who gave great suggestions with nice pics. I'll have to wait for the G2's to come out in 19's and then decide. Tops on the wish list would be: LM's, NEEZ QD7, G2 with a close next tear of: RE30, B6, one of the Yoko wheels. Unfortunately, price will then be a factor when all the wheels are out.
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those are great choices, Let me know when you are ready and I can quote you on the QD7, G2 and LM's.....
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And me as well, thanks!
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