Why are the OEM 19's rarely sold/favored so much?

jojogoya88 · 08-02-2009, 08:31 PM

Just as the title says. So many people selling there 18's and looking for the OEM 19's. I mean of course the 19's look better and are 2% lighter (exaggerated)....but there rarely sold on the classifieds.

Does anyone NOT agree with me?

Crazy Bimmer · 08-02-2009, 08:42 PM

For the price you get..

Good quality, forged.
Looks great
Decent weight for 19s
etc...

After adding spacers to my car, im having a hard time wanting to get aftermarket wheels. Im really digging the OEM 19s for now..

JCtx · 08-02-2009, 08:45 PM

They go perfectly with the M3 IMO. Timeless design.

foosh · 08-02-2009, 08:45 PM

Yep, I'm buying a set of the new RACs, but I'm keeping my OEM 19s. They are very nice wheels.

Lemans_Blue_M · 08-02-2009, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jojogoya88

Just as the title says. So many people selling there 18's and looking for the OEM 19's. I mean of course the 19's look better and are 2% lighter (exaggerated)....but there rarely sold on the classifieds.

Does anyone NOT agree with me?

Yes, the OEM 19's are certainly more desirable.

Many of the current owners who selected the optional OEM 19's, are holding on to them...even if they eventually upgrade to an aftermarket wheel.

And why not, there relatively lightweight, forged, and they look good. (especially for a factory wheel)

Poppin Fresh · 08-02-2009, 09:03 PM

I'm definitely holding on to them even after I get a set of aftermarket wheels. They're gonna go great as my winter set. Here's hoping they make the perfect sizing.

max08e90 · 08-02-2009, 09:11 PM

I'm thinking about painting mine black!

MTROIS · 08-02-2009, 09:15 PM

The 18s would definitely be a more rationale choice in terms of lower costs of the tires and more side walls that prevent bubbles and other bent rims (at least here in NJ where the roads are horrible, lots of potholes etc...) but, IMO, the 19s are much closer to a true M design than the 18s. I am not a big fan of the grey finish the 18s have. I would nevertheless get the 18s for my winter tires if I ever decide to drive during the bad months...

linsm3 · 08-02-2009, 09:20 PM

I've got mine tucked away for now, was thinking about using them for winter but can't stand of the thought of putting the car through a chicago winter. Just a question, what would be the going rate if sold?

AMPowerJ · 08-02-2009, 09:20 PM

After lowering and spacers the OEM 19s look even better. Plus in 5 years when most folks have aftermarket wheels my car will look unique.

zenderm3 · 08-02-2009, 09:36 PM

Mmmmm... 19" OEMs.. love them....

MrHarris · 08-02-2009, 09:38 PM

Theyre BBS!

M2381 · 08-02-2009, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by MrHarris

Theyre BBS!

Thought only the 18"s were?

mPlasticDesign · 08-02-2009, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by M2381

Thought only the 18"s were?

I know the 18's are BBS, not sure if the 19's are?

BTW, I actually prefer the look of the 18's but wish they came in 19's for this size car. JMO

AMOCHOSTO · 08-02-2009, 09:57 PM

I like the 18s better, but I just saw my car for the first time today (pic in my sig) at the dealer and to be honest I don't love how the gunmetal goes with IB. Like Foosh, I'm getting the RACs and will keep the 18s for track/winter uses.

tailgate1234 · 08-02-2009, 10:01 PM

I bought set of 19s in perfect condition from classifieds with virtually new PS2s in Feb for $1,700. Back then, there were a lot for sale.

Lemans_Blue_M · 08-02-2009, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MrHarris

Theyre BBS!

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Originally Posted by M2381

Thought only the 18"s were?

There actually made by Fuchs in Germany. Fuchs has been a OE wheel supplier to BMW for over 20 years now. They have made the forged optional wheels on the M3 going back to the E36 M3.

TUNEDM3 had to go and spoil my fun the other day!

Dartanium · 08-02-2009, 10:03 PM

I don't like the 19s at all but they are good for the money if you plan to fit some BBK underneath.

Nawaaz · 08-02-2009, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jojogoya88

Just as the title says. So many people selling there 18's and looking for the OEM 19's. I mean of course the 19's look better and are 2% lighter (exaggerated)....but there rarely sold on the classifieds.

Does anyone NOT agree with me?

I'd have to disagree on the 19's looking better than the 18's, but that's just me of course. The 19's look more flashier, but the 18's look more aggressive and meaner for sure. In the beginning, I was so sure that I was going to order my M3 with the 19's.....But as I kept seeing pics of the 18's and the 19's on several M3's on this forum.....I knew that the 18's were for me.

There are quite a few members who will agree with me and there are quite a few members who will not. I love my 18's and I've already been given an offer from someone who was wanting to buy them also. I declined the offer since I'm very attached to my 18's.

signes · 08-02-2009, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by linsm3

I've got mine tucked away for now, was thinking about using them for winter but can't stand of the thought of putting the car through a chicago winter. Just a question, what would be the going rate if sold?

Going rate is roughly $1800-2200 for wheels and tires, depending on condition and tread on the tires. My car came with 18s that I use for winter - the dark finish is actually helpful when you don't get to wash it as much in the winter. I wouldn't do 19s for snows.

AZ-BMW · 08-02-2009, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Nawaaz

I'd have to disagree on the 19's looking better than the 18's, but that's just me of course. The 19's look more flashier, but the 18's look more aggressive and meaner for sure. In the beginning, I was so sure that I was going to order my M3 with the 19's.....But as I kept seeing pics of the 18's and the 19's on several M3's on this forum.....I knew that the 18's were for me.

There are quite a few members who will agree with me and there are quite a few members who will not. I love my 18's and I've already been given an offer from someone who was wanting to buy them also. I declined the offer since I'm very attached to my 18's.

+1

especially on an AW M3

SoreHead · 08-02-2009, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jojogoya88

Just as the title says. So many people selling there 18's and looking for the OEM 19's. I mean of course the 19's look better and are 2% lighter (exaggerated)....but there rarely sold on the classifieds.

Does anyone NOT agree with me?

Don't like the 19's at all. Much prefer the 18s.

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foosh Major 27 Rep 1,314 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 E93 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Annapolis, MD iTrader: (0)	Yep, I'm buying a set of the new RACs, but I'm keeping my OEM 19s. They are very nice wheels. __________________
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Poppin Fresh Colonel 85 Rep 2,148 Posts Drives: With a sunroof and front plate Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bergen County NJ iTrader: (0)	I'm definitely holding on to them even after I get a set of aftermarket wheels. They're gonna go great as my winter set. Here's hoping they make the perfect sizing. __________________
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MTROIS Major 188 Rep 1,153 Posts Drives: on the wrong side of the Ocean Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Jersey, USA iTrader: (0)	The 18s would definitely be a more rationale choice in terms of lower costs of the tires and more side walls that prevent bubbles and other bent rims (at least here in NJ where the roads are horrible, lots of potholes etc...) but, IMO, the 19s are much closer to a true M design than the 18s. I am not a big fan of the grey finish the 18s have. I would nevertheless get the 18s for my winter tires if I ever decide to drive during the bad months... __________________ 2019 M2C MT (ED + PCD) \| 2008 M3 Coupé MT \| 1995 M3 LTW MT \| BMW CCA HPDE Instructor Last edited by MTROIS; 08-02-2009 at 09:54 PM..
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AMPowerJ One mod leads to another ... 415 Rep 2,900 Posts Drives: 2014 F10 M5 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Blythewood, SC iTrader: (10)	After lowering and spacers the OEM 19s look even better. Plus in 5 years when most folks have aftermarket wheels my car will look unique. __________________ Current: 2014 F10 M5 Previous: 2015 F80 M3, 2013 E92 M3, 2013 F10 M5, 2009 E90 M3, 1998 E36 M3
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zenderm3 Lieutenant Colonel 95 Rep 1,996 Posts Drives: E36 M3 DY/2010 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0)	Mmmmm... 19" OEMs.. love them.... __________________ ________________ My ///M is in my garage .... and it is a beast! 2010 E92 M3 Space Grey \| Fully Loaded 1996 E36 M3 Dakar Yellow - SOLD 2004 Honda Accord Euro - SOLD
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AMOCHOSTO Major 32 Rep 1,007 Posts Drives: IB BB E90 M3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Toronto. iTrader: (0)	I like the 18s better, but I just saw my car for the first time today (pic in my sig) at the dealer and to be honest I don't love how the gunmetal goes with IB. Like Foosh, I'm getting the RACs and will keep the 18s for track/winter uses. __________________ E90 Interlagos Blue, (Winter Beater) Bamboo Beige, M-Drive, EDC, PDC, USB 6MT. Mods to date; Curb rash, Scraped front spoiler, Installed RAC Monolite RG63 Silver 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe (ROW)
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tailgate1234 Private First Class 15 Rep 173 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 Sedan Silverstone II Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I bought set of 19s in perfect condition from classifieds with virtually new PS2s in Feb for $1,700. Back then, there were a lot for sale.
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Dartanium Lieutenant 11 Rep 566 Posts Drives: 09 E90 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	I don't like the 19s at all but they are good for the money if you plan to fit some BBK underneath.
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