Need winter tires (and wheels?) ASAP. Suggestions?

tlr · 01-19-2013, 04:01 AM

I need to get a winter setup within the next two weeks. I've got 19" OEM wheels, so I think I'm going to need some 18"s as I'll need to fit chains on them (required by law in Tahoe).

Where are good places to buy from if I'm in a hurry?

Any recommendations for tires and relatively inexpensive wheels?

Thanks.

bigjae1976 · 01-19-2013, 07:57 AM

I will have a set for sale in a couple of days. Includes wheels, dunlop snow tires and TPMS. Shipping is going to be expensive though.

WarrantyTracker · 01-19-2013, 03:43 PM

Tire Rack

mscdman · 01-23-2013, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigjae1976

I will have a set for sale in a couple of days. Includes wheels, dunlop snow tires and TPMS. Shipping is going to be expensive though.

How much? I'm interested. Please PM me.

Transfer · 01-23-2013, 02:01 AM

Could be tricky finding what you want this late in the season. Tire rack or local shop is probably your best bet for fast. The OEM package sells for about $3k but it's nice and includes TPMS. Any dealer can get you that.

Top tires are Dunlop Wintersport 3D, Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 (or 3), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60.

gimmethemuumuu · 01-23-2013, 07:22 AM

I have a full set of OEM 219M 18" wheels in satin color I'm looking to sell. There's a bit of rash on one side (one front and one back). However, my price allows for refinishing a bit if desired/needed.

PM me if you're interested. I'm sure we can work something out

M3 Esq · 01-23-2013, 08:43 AM

Tire Rack would be your best bet.

Shameless plug: I also have a full set of OEM 219s, Dunlop Wintersports, and 2010+ TPMS F/S here: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=791936

bigjae1976 · 01-23-2013, 08:57 AM

My plug...

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...5#post13357185

mscdman · 01-23-2013, 10:36 PM

Where is it being shipped from? Guy #1 it looks like yours sold :/

M3 Esq · 01-24-2013, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by mscdman

Where is it being shipped from? Guy #1 it looks like yours sold :/

If you are referring to me yes they sold just an hour or so after I posted. My apologies. I see another seller in this thread though.

happos2 · 01-24-2013, 02:30 PM

If you need chains, the snow is bad enough that you would probably become a snow plow no? I understand the M is capable in the snow, I drive mine in the snow. But if there is more than a few inches of snow, the M doesn't have the clearence especially in drifts or snowpiles that happen in intersections, parking lots, etc...

Let us know how the chains work!!

Here are a few plugs though:

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=745549

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=795297

signes · 01-24-2013, 04:39 PM

Laws in California that dictate use of chains. Was news to me, too. This was a good thread that discussed it with a review (OP, hope it helps):

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...ht=snow+chains

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Transfer Major General 5248 Rep 5,874 Posts Drives: Bronco Wildtrak, Tesla MYP Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Issaquah, WA iTrader: (1)	Could be tricky finding what you want this late in the season. Tire rack or local shop is probably your best bet for fast. The OEM package sells for about $3k but it's nice and includes TPMS. Any dealer can get you that. Top tires are Dunlop Wintersport 3D, Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 (or 3), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60.
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M3 Esq Automobilist 395 Rep 2,632 Posts Drives: E70 X5, 911 GT3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT iTrader: (12)	Tire Rack would be your best bet. Shameless plug: I also have a full set of OEM 219s, Dunlop Wintersports, and 2010+ TPMS F/S here: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=791936
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happos2 Dingleberries 76 Rep 1,246 Posts Drives: Gray E92 M3 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Indiana iTrader: (3)	If you need chains, the snow is bad enough that you would probably become a snow plow no? I understand the M is capable in the snow, I drive mine in the snow. But if there is more than a few inches of snow, the M doesn't have the clearence especially in drifts or snowpiles that happen in intersections, parking lots, etc... Let us know how the chains work!! Here are a few plugs though: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=745549 http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=795297
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