Place to get OEM 18inch Wheel Set

[jekite]

Anyone know where to find 18inch OEM Wheels? Just purchased a 3.0 2009 which came with 17inch wheels and want to upgrade, but am hesitatant to go the 19inch route which seems to be all that is offered through the dealer.

[frunty]

If you find some 18" rims and are looking to part with your 17s let me know, I'm looking for some winter shoes for my Z4.

I've had some success getting OEM rims by checking in every so often at the local dealers, I've gotten lucky a couple of times when they've had takeoff wheels from people who upgraded. Probably not the cheapest option, but worth a shot. Member classifieds here have a good deal every so often and there's always eBay, but I'm always a little hesitant after buying what was labeled as factory wheel and getting a repro instead.

[Z4@Phuket]

Please go for 19" if you need the whole new set of wheels and tires. Since 18" is a bit different in look compare to 17" , But price different for 18 or 19" is very little, but great look in 19"
For riding confort, wheel damange from curb, both carry the same since they are low profile.
My expensive experience was changing to 18 from 17 in my E60. Then a few months later went for 20" (peer pressure??)

[jekite]

Originally Posted by frunty

If you find some 18" rims and are looking to part with your 17s let me know, I'm looking for some winter shoes for my Z4.

I've had some success getting OEM rims by checking in every so often at the local dealers, I've gotten lucky a couple of times when they've had takeoff wheels from people who upgraded. Probably not the cheapest option, but worth a shot. Member classifieds here have a good deal every so often and there's always eBay, but I'm always a little hesitant after buying what was labeled as factory wheel and getting a repro instead.

What is fair price for a set of 4 17inch style 290 5 spoke wheels with tires? If I find some I'd be happy to sell to you.

[rmorin49]

Originally Posted by jekite

What is fair price for a set of 4 17inch style 290 5 spoke wheels with tires? If I find some I'd be happy to sell to you.

50% of retail would be a fair price. You can call any dealer and find out what they cost. IMHO I would go with 18's. Personally I think the 18" SP wheels are among the best looking wheels that BMW offers.