After Market Wheels Or

Dice13 · 07-20-2010, 10:33 PM

The dealers tire pkg for rims and tires.

I need to decide on BMW PKG or not.
When you guys go aftermarket rims are you still running RFTs? How much are you paying for tires for you're M 3.

richardbb85 · 07-20-2010, 11:02 PM

it's all personal preferences, do what you want

do you plan on modding the car?

audioMeth · 07-20-2010, 11:05 PM

M3's don't come with rft's

Dice13 · 07-20-2010, 11:10 PM

[QUOTE=nuespeedgti;7694024]M3's don't come with rft's[/OTE

I thought that's what dealer told me. Then they come with performance tires.Are they low profile. You did not offer much there. How much are M3 rubber.

808MGuy · 07-20-2010, 11:14 PM

[QUOTE=Dice13;7694040]

Quote:

Originally Posted by nuespeedgti

M3's don't come with rft's[/OTE

I thought that's what dealer told me. Then they come with performance tires.Are they low profile. You did not offer much there. How much are M3 rubber.

Low profile - yes. If you're getting the standard 18s they are 40 series tires and if you're getting the optional 19s they are 35 series. If you buy OEM PS2s, roughly $400/tire.

Dice13 · 07-21-2010, 02:38 PM

These cars don't come with a spare I belive,and no RFTs. So when you get a flat what do they give you a patch kit,lol. Does the car have an air compressor. If it has nothing what do you do just call BMW.

KM3 · 07-21-2010, 03:57 PM

This has been discussed ad nauseam - search this forum and you'll likely find answers to all of your questions.

1) The car has no spare.
2) The car does not come with RFTs.
3) There is an "M Mobility" compressor and patch kit in trunk.
4) You can always contact BMW Assist if you have a flat.

Further information:
- Low profile tires are any tire that has a short sidewall, typically 40 series and lower.
- Performance tires and RFTs are not mutually exclusive. RFTs in the high performance category have a ways to go to be as good as non-RFT variants, but are still quite competent and offer a good safety measure to boot. Unfortunately, I don't believe there are any options in stock M3 fitments at this time.

What do you mean when you say "dealers tire pkg for rims and tires"? Is this a wheel and tire insurance package or an actual set of rims/tires? If the latter, what rims/tires is this dealer offering you, other than stock?

Dice13 · 07-21-2010, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KM3

This has been discussed ad nauseam - search this forum and you'll likely find answers to all of your questions.

1) The car has no spare.
2) The car does not come with RFTs.
3) There is an "M Mobility" compressor and patch kit in trunk.
4) You can always contact BMW Assist if you have a flat.

Further information:
- Low profile tires are any tire that has a short sidewall, typically 40 series and lower.
- Performance tires and RFTs are not mutually exclusive. RFTs in the high performance category have a ways to go to be as good as non-RFT variants, but are still quite competent and offer a good safety measure to boot. Unfortunately, I don't believe there are any options in stock M3 fitments at this time.

What do you mean when you say "dealers tire pkg for rims and tires"? Is this a wheel and tire insurance package or an actual set of rims/tires? If the latter, what rims/tires is this dealer offering you, other than stock?

I never knew the RFTs were not as good as performance tires.
I am upgrading the 18s for 19s and yes it is insurance on the rims and tires.

Victory Road · 07-21-2010, 05:58 PM

Whether you want OEM wheels or after market is really ONLY personal preference. A new wheel and tire setup is chosen for aggressive looks and/or better performance. If your budget allows a new wheel and tire package can give your car a more aggressive look, uniqueness, better acceleration, and better handling. The trick is to find the wheel that balances your personal taste for looks, weight savings, and strength...all fitting in your budget. Keep in mind that a "quality" wheel and tire setup will run you anywhere between $3000-$6000 depending on which wheels and tires you spring for.

On the other hand, some prefer the OEM look and the great all around performance of the OEM tires.

Feel free to shoot me a PM if you have any specific questions.

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Dice13 Captain 170 Rep 670 Posts Drives: 2011.5 AW E93 M3 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	These cars don't come with a spare I belive,and no RFTs. So when you get a flat what do they give you a patch kit,lol. Does the car have an air compressor. If it has nothing what do you do just call BMW.
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KM3 Formerly K335i 17 Rep 215 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Redmond, WA iTrader: (0)	This has been discussed ad nauseam - search this forum and you'll likely find answers to all of your questions. 1) The car has no spare. 2) The car does not come with RFTs. 3) There is an "M Mobility" compressor and patch kit in trunk. 4) You can always contact BMW Assist if you have a flat. Further information: - Low profile tires are any tire that has a short sidewall, typically 40 series and lower. - Performance tires and RFTs are not mutually exclusive. RFTs in the high performance category have a ways to go to be as good as non-RFT variants, but are still quite competent and offer a good safety measure to boot. Unfortunately, I don't believe there are any options in stock M3 fitments at this time. What do you mean when you say "dealers tire pkg for rims and tires"? Is this a wheel and tire insurance package or an actual set of rims/tires? If the latter, what rims/tires is this dealer offering you, other than stock? __________________ 2009 E92 M3 :: Jet Black :: Fox Red Extended :: Carbon Leather :: 6MT :: JRZ RS Suspension :: RD Sport Sways :: StopTech Trophy Brakes :: Cantrell Brake Cooling
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Victory Road Major 113 Rep 1,323 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (6)	Whether you want OEM wheels or after market is really ONLY personal preference. A new wheel and tire setup is chosen for aggressive looks and/or better performance. If your budget allows a new wheel and tire package can give your car a more aggressive look, uniqueness, better acceleration, and better handling. The trick is to find the wheel that balances your personal taste for looks, weight savings, and strength...all fitting in your budget. Keep in mind that a "quality" wheel and tire setup will run you anywhere between $3000-$6000 depending on which wheels and tires you spring for. On the other hand, some prefer the OEM look and the great all around performance of the OEM tires. Feel free to shoot me a PM if you have any specific questions.
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