Non OEM wheels.. what do you think? - New 2009 2010 BMW Z4

ManiacGT · 01-21-2013, 06:55 AM

Considering some new wheels.

Albeit I've spent a bomb on new RFTs for the front of my car. I can't help but wonder what it would be like on non RFTs so I'm considering a new wheel/tyre combo to improve the ride and avoid cracks (hopefully).

I've had the design placed onto an image for my consideration... what do you think?

My car is not an M Sport therefore I feel more elegant wheels (rather than sporty) are a good choice.

VailM3 · 01-21-2013, 07:07 AM

cant see it. the twin spoke optional 19s are great OME. If mine didnt have them I would go for 19 CSL replicas.

ZheHbKa · 01-21-2013, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VailM3

cant see it. the twin spoke optional 19s are great OME. If mine didnt have them I would go for 19 CSL replicas.

these look good

ManiacGT · 01-21-2013, 07:48 AM

I'm not a fan of the CSL's on the e89, nothing personal, but I just don't like them very much. The 326 OEMs are nice, but very expensive and really better suit the M Sport I think.

rking117 · 01-21-2013, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZheHbKa

these look good

The hing i like about these is that when you are driving at speed the car next to you only sees a vortex as the rim. looks like a tornado sideways is holding up the tire. Just my observation from driving next to vehicle with them.

nicknaz · 01-21-2013, 01:44 PM

My pick would be a set of lightweight Volk wheels

https://www.europeanautosource.com/c...o-time-attacks

ManiacGT · 01-21-2013, 01:52 PM

Too 'rice' for me.. I'm looking for something more OEM and the pic I post is a concept BMW wheel...

nicknaz · 01-21-2013, 02:28 PM

How about BBS wheels from the Z4 GT3 car?

http://www.bmwblog.com/2011/06/14/3d...north-america/

Z4-35i · 01-22-2013, 08:13 AM

I like those wheels, I think the car just needs a slight drop to improve it's stance. So far we've not had any wheel crack issues since we've switched to non-RFTs, the ride is definitely improved even with an Eibach pro-kit fitted.

I'm due to be up in Manchester early Feb. so can potentially let you have a quick drive to compare the ride to the standard setup.

ManiacGT · 01-22-2013, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z4-35i

I like those wheels, I think the car just needs a slight drop to improve it's stance. So far we've not had any wheel crack issues since we've switched to non-RFTs, the ride is definitely improved even with an Eibach pro-kit fitted.

I'm due to be up in Manchester early Feb. so can potentially let you have a quick drive to compare the ride to the standard setup.

Now that would be appreciated... I'm regretting investing in RFTs with all the issues. TBH I'd love to keep the 296's as I think they look great (esp the diamond cut face, when the sun hits it) but the ride is still tough with the Pirelli replacements. I know I'll lose money if I sell them on (they've only a few thousand miles on the rear and a few hundred on the front) but I'll take that if it makes a difference going to non RFTs. BMW scared me off by telling me changing to non RFTs could invalidate suspension component warranty. I've since spoken to the dealer and he feels differently. ARG.

Z4-35i · 01-22-2013, 01:36 PM

I'll drop you a PM once I know the dates I'll be up in Manchester and we'll see if we can arrange a convenient time to meet up.

01-21-2013, 06:55 AM	#1
ManiacGT Captain Drives: Z4 sDrive 35i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 815 iTrader: (0)	Non OEM wheels.. what do you think? Considering some new wheels. Albeit I've spent a bomb on new RFTs for the front of my car. I can't help but wonder what it would be like on non RFTs so I'm considering a new wheel/tyre combo to improve the ride and avoid cracks (hopefully). I've had the design placed onto an image for my consideration... what do you think? My car is not an M Sport therefore I feel more elegant wheels (rather than sporty) are a good choice. __________________ BMW Z4 E89 sDrive35i Mods: Stubby! LED Halos! DVDInMotion! GolfT! SmartTop! BMW Performance 313 Alloys! http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=265084 Last edited by ManiacGT; 01-21-2013 at 07:47 AM.
	Tweet

01-21-2013, 07:48 AM	#4
ManiacGT Captain Drives: Z4 sDrive 35i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 815 iTrader: (0)	I'm not a fan of the CSL's on the e89, nothing personal, but I just don't like them very much. The 326 OEMs are nice, but very expensive and really better suit the M Sport I think. __________________ BMW Z4 E89 sDrive35i Mods: Stubby! LED Halos! DVDInMotion! GolfT! SmartTop! BMW Performance 313 Alloys! http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=265084

01-21-2013, 01:52 PM	#7
ManiacGT Captain Drives: Z4 sDrive 35i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 815 iTrader: (0)	Too 'rice' for me.. I'm looking for something more OEM and the pic I post is a concept BMW wheel... __________________ BMW Z4 E89 sDrive35i Mods: Stubby! LED Halos! DVDInMotion! GolfT! SmartTop! BMW Performance 313 Alloys! http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=265084

01-22-2013, 08:13 AM	#9
Z4-35i New Member Drives: Z4 35i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: UK Posts: 26 iTrader: (0)	I like those wheels, I think the car just needs a slight drop to improve it's stance. So far we've not had any wheel crack issues since we've switched to non-RFTs, the ride is definitely improved even with an Eibach pro-kit fitted. I'm due to be up in Manchester early Feb. so can potentially let you have a quick drive to compare the ride to the standard setup. __________________ Z4 35i Black Sapphire with Coral Red Leather : Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Eibachs, ESS, LUX Angel Eyes, Carbon Roundels

01-22-2013, 01:36 PM	#11
Z4-35i New Member Drives: Z4 35i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: UK Posts: 26 iTrader: (0)	I'll drop you a PM once I know the dates I'll be up in Manchester and we'll see if we can arrange a convenient time to meet up. __________________ Z4 35i Black Sapphire with Coral Red Leather : Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Eibachs, ESS, LUX Angel Eyes, Carbon Roundels

01-21-2013, 07:07 AM	#2
VailM3 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 Z4 35is Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Geneva Switzerland Posts: 256 iTrader: (0)	cant see it. the twin spoke optional 19s are great OME. If mine didnt have them I would go for 19 CSL replicas.

01-21-2013, 01:44 PM	#6
nicknaz Colonel Drives: 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: May 2008 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 2,130 iTrader: (0)	My pick would be a set of lightweight Volk wheels https://www.europeanautosource.com/c...o-time-attacks

01-21-2013, 02:28 PM	#8
nicknaz Colonel Drives: 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: May 2008 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 2,130 iTrader: (0)	How about BBS wheels from the Z4 GT3 car? http://www.bmwblog.com/2011/06/14/3d...north-america/

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search