Cheaper wheel options?

CallMeWonder · 05-02-2012, 09:13 PM

Can you guys recommend some wheel brands that are on the cheaper side but don't sacrifice too much quality.

vendors welcome.

I understand you get what you pay for but I'm not the one to drop 5-10k on wheels...

Thanks a lot.

PapaKlix · 05-02-2012, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CallMeWonder

Can you guys recommend some wheel brands that are on the cheaper side but don't sacrifice too much quality.

vendors welcome.

I understand you get what you pay for but I'm not the one to drop 5-10k on wheels...

Thanks a lot.

BC forged are a quality, JWL and VIA certified wheel with decent weight (mine are 22.4lbs front 19x9/24.6lbs rear 19x10.5). here are some pics: http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho....php?p=6810729

radiantm3 · 05-02-2012, 11:46 PM

Volks are in the 3-4 grand range, are forged, really light, and look great. Personally I love the TE37's, TE37SL's, and G2's. Here are a few threads with photos:

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=672440

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=675191

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=591700

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=517227

signes · 05-03-2012, 12:06 AM

Some others include Morr, Apex (for 18s), Alufelgen. A lot of people like VMR as well.

aus · 05-03-2012, 12:31 AM

New APEX wheel is pretty sexy for 18" wheel and they are usually priced pretty well.
MORR is another great option for 19 and 20" sizes.

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tibra1 · 05-03-2012, 12:49 AM

ZCPs

ModBargains III · 05-03-2012, 01:44 PM

Avant Garde comes to mind first for me. Sets of wheels from them can be had for under $1100:

AG M355:
[IMG]http://www.**********s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M355/mini-f10-m5-wheels-e90-m3%20(2).jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.**********s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M355/mini-f10-m5-wheels-e90-m3.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.**********s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M355/mini-f10-m5-wheels-e90-m3%20(3).jpg[/IMG]

AG M359:
[IMG]http://www.**********s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M359%20Pictures/avant-garde-m359-Frozen-Black-e9x-m3-1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.**********s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M359%20Pictures/avant-garde-m359-Frozen-Black-e9x-m3-3.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.**********s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M359%20Pictures/avant-garde-m359-Frozen-Black-e9x-m3-4.jpg[/IMG]
Available in HyperSilver and Matte Black

Porschefile · 05-03-2012, 05:03 PM

I like forgestars a lot for the price. Quality wheels.

M3SQRD · 05-03-2012, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

New APEX wheel is pretty sexy for 18" wheel and they are usually priced pretty well.
MORR is another great option for 19 and 20" sizes.

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+1 New Apex wheel. However, if you want a lighter-weight track wheel go with the Original Apex wheel. The New wheel is ~1-2 lb heavier (depending on width and offset) compared to the Original wheel.

HamburglarM3 · 05-03-2012, 09:41 PM

I would recommend you take a look at OZ Ultraleggera HLT. Just checked and a set of 19's will run you about $2k + tax + shipping. Made in Italy, reputable manufacturer and super light.

Dave07997S · 05-03-2012, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Porschefile

I like forgestars a lot for the price. Quality wheels.

This...

pbonsalb · 05-04-2012, 06:12 AM

I run the Apex and like them. A lot of inexpensive aftermarket wheels are heavy. The Apex are among the lightest wheels available. They are track proven. But only available in 18s for these cars. If your interest is in looks and you want 19s, then weight does not matter. VMRs are cheap and heavy, but look good.

Dave07997S · 05-04-2012, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by pbonsalb

I run the Apex and like them. A lot of inexpensive aftermarket wheels are heavy. The Apex are among the lightest wheels available. They are track proven. But only available in 18s for these cars. If your interest is in looks and you want 19s, then weight does not matter. VMRs are cheap and heavy, but look good.

I wish the Apex's were available in 19s...

Dave

Adriansideways · 05-06-2012, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by HamburglarM3

I would recommend you take a look at OZ Ultraleggera HLT. Just checked and a set of 19's will run you about $2k + tax + shipping. Made in Italy, reputable manufacturer and super light.

Got OZ on my M they only weigh 15,18 pounds in 18". 255 / 275 setup with FALCON RT615k semi R comp good balance and grip and unsprung mass makes a big difference

chief · 05-06-2012, 11:25 AM

I've been happy with my VMR wheels. Here's a link to a thread full of pics...

VMR Wheels Showroom

Here's mine...

05-02-2012, 09:13 PM	#1
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signes Brigadier General 199 Rep 4,318 Posts Drives: 991 GT3 RS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Living at (almost...) 9k iTrader: (5)	Some others include Morr, Apex (for 18s), Alufelgen. A lot of people like VMR as well. __________________ GT3 RS \| Desperately seeking the next great M car...
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aus Major General 890 Rep 9,031 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	New APEX wheel is pretty sexy for 18" wheel and they are usually priced pretty well. MORR is another great option for 19 and 20" sizes. . __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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ModBargains III Lieutenant 17 Rep 423 Posts Drives: E92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, 90631 La Habra, CA iTrader: (0)	Avant Garde comes to mind first for me. Sets of wheels from them can be had for under $1100: AG M355: [IMG]http://www.********s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M355/mini-f10-m5-wheels-e90-m3%20(2).jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://www.******s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M355/mini-f10-m5-wheels-e90-m3.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://www.******s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M355/mini-f10-m5-wheels-e90-m3%20(3).jpg[/IMG] AG M359: [IMG]http://www.******s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M359%20Pictures/avant-garde-m359-Frozen-Black-e9x-m3-1.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://www.******s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M359%20Pictures/avant-garde-m359-Frozen-Black-e9x-m3-3.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://www.*******s.com/images/Products/Avant%20Garde/M359%20Pictures/avant-garde-m359-Frozen-Black-e9x-m3-4.jpg[/IMG] Available in HyperSilver and Matte Black* __________________ Jurrian************.com
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HamburglarM3 New Member 4 Rep 29 Posts Drives: BMW E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I would recommend you take a look at OZ Ultraleggera HLT. Just checked and a set of 19's will run you about $2k + tax + shipping. Made in Italy, reputable manufacturer and super light.
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pbonsalb Lieutenant General 5216 Rep 10,603 Posts Drives: 18 F90 M5, 99 E36 M3 Turbo Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: New England iTrader: (4)	I run the Apex and like them. A lot of inexpensive aftermarket wheels are heavy. The Apex are among the lightest wheels available. They are track proven. But only available in 18s for these cars. If your interest is in looks and you want 19s, then weight does not matter. VMRs are cheap and heavy, but look good.
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chief Captain 208 Rep 651 Posts Drives: 2008 Melbourne Red M3 Coupe Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Riverside, California iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [9.51]	VMR I've been happy with my VMR wheels. Here's a link to a thread full of pics... VMR Wheels Showroom Here's mine...
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