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04-10-2005, 01:52 PM
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Personally, I'd not be happy with anything other than BMW wheels or something that I could badge as BMW wheels, such as BBS's that take the same center cap. But individual taste is . . . up to the individual.
18" OEM BMW wheels with Pirelli tires go for about $3500 (retail). (At least that's how much they were when I looked into them recently for my X3.) You should be able to find a dealer parts department that will discount them by 10-20%.
Personally, Im not a fan of the very popular 128's. 5-spoke wheels just don't do "it" for me. I tend to prefer the more classic BBS styles, or the style 32's.
Have you seen this really helpful Gallery O' Wheels?
18" OEM BMW wheels with Pirelli tires go for about $3500 (retail). (At least that's how much they were when I looked into them recently for my X3.) You should be able to find a dealer parts department that will discount them by 10-20%.
Personally, Im not a fan of the very popular 128's. 5-spoke wheels just don't do "it" for me. I tend to prefer the more classic BBS styles, or the style 32's.
Have you seen this really helpful Gallery O' Wheels?
04-10-2005, 08:58 PM
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If you're going for Radenergie, take the 20". The huge lips will make the wheels look really small if you go for 19".. Gd luck 
04-11-2005, 05:16 AM
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Originally Posted by soc_fans' date='Apr 10 2005, 09:58 PM
If you're going for Radenergie, take the 20". The huge lips will make the wheels look really small if you go for 19".. Gd luck?
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04-11-2005, 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by LuvE60' date='Apr 11 2005, 06:16 AM
[quote name='soc_fans' date='Apr 10 2005, 09:58 PM']If you're going for Radenergie, take the 20". The huge lips will make the wheels look really small if you go for 19".. Gd luck?
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Yes, they will give you credit for your old ones. They are very fair!
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04-11-2005, 08:08 AM
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My Ride: 530iA Silver Grey , black interior. Premium Package, Navigation System, Head-up Display, Radio Satellite, Adaptive Xenon Headlights. AC Schnitzer Front Lip, H&R springs, Rear red reflector, All season Floor mat,
Originally Posted by LuvE60' date='Apr 11 2005, 08:16 AM
[quote name='soc_fans' date='Apr 10 2005, 09:58 PM']If you're going for Radenergie, take the 20". The huge lips will make the wheels look really small if you go for 19".. Gd luck?
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[/quote]Yup it is slightly too much actually but keep in mind that some people even go for 21" for E60. I have a slight rubbing issue though.. i'm gonna roll my fenders pretty soon. I get a pretty good deal from a bodyshop. PM me if you're interested.
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