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03-06-2008, 09:44 AM
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Hi All,
I am undecided about which BMW style wheels to fit to my Carbon Black E60.
2 Choices:
a)Genuine 19" 166 M Alloys with the correct tyre fitments.
b) Replica 20" 166 Alloys with correct tyres and offset.
So - if anyone has any pictures of an Msport E60 with either of the above (Carbon Black would be a bonus) - I would be very grateful.
Regards,
Matt
I am undecided about which BMW style wheels to fit to my Carbon Black E60.
2 Choices:
a)Genuine 19" 166 M Alloys with the correct tyre fitments.
b) Replica 20" 166 Alloys with correct tyres and offset.
So - if anyone has any pictures of an Msport E60 with either of the above (Carbon Black would be a bonus) - I would be very grateful.
Regards,
Matt
03-06-2008, 10:50 AM
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ha, here comes the replica vs. oem debate 
either way, good style choice with the 166's...
either way, good style choice with the 166's...
03-06-2008, 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by geneatals' post='540688' date='Mar 6 2008, 02:50 PM
ha, here comes the replica vs. oem debate either way, good style choice with the 166's...
either way, good style choice with the 166's...I would prefer the OEM 19"s - but the 20"s may fill those massive arches nicely and clinch the deal.
Prices I have been quoted are pretty much the same.
Tried the search facility and scoured the photos - not much joy
Pretty please?!
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Originally Posted by MSportMatt' post='540654' date='Mar 6 2008, 11:44 AM
Hi All,
I am undecided about which BMW style wheels to fit to my Carbon Black E60.
2 Choices:
a)Genuine 19" 166 M Alloys with the correct tyre fitments.
b) Replica 20" 166 Alloys with correct tyres and offset.
So - if anyone has any pictures of an Msport E60 with either of the above (Carbon Black would be a bonus) - I would be very grateful.
Regards,
Matt
I am undecided about which BMW style wheels to fit to my Carbon Black E60.
2 Choices:
a)Genuine 19" 166 M Alloys with the correct tyre fitments.
b) Replica 20" 166 Alloys with correct tyres and offset.
So - if anyone has any pictures of an Msport E60 with either of the above (Carbon Black would be a bonus) - I would be very grateful.
Regards,
Matt
I think geneatals is right about the debate thing, but I can honestly say ive been looking at this myself and I havent found any 166's (M5 replica's) that look even close to the real deal. I wouldnt waste your time getting the replicas if they dont like like OEM. If you do find some let me know becuase I do like the look of the 166. The 166 reps Ive seen not only have a line around the lip of the wheel, but also OEM M5 wheels are flush from the side view and curve in towards the center of the hub nicely. While the reps bow out from the side view and the curve at the center of the hub is not as great. To me the whole design of the side view is what really sets the 166 wheel off. If you dont have that then whats the point??!?!
However going the OEM route is expensive if you ask me. I would say find some great aftermarket wheels with style you like instead and save your money on an M-tech kit 
If you decide to go replicas, then try the 167's, 172's or 128's at least they look almost like the real deal. I may go with the Miro 346 (167 reps) myself if I dont get the Monet New Age
in any case good luck and let us know what you get...post some pics!!!!!
03-06-2008, 11:39 AM
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Originally Posted by IceyTys' post='540713' date='Mar 6 2008, 03:14 PM
Matt,
I think geneatals is right about the debate thing, but I can honestly say ive been looking at this myself and I havent found any 166's (M5 replica's) that look even close to the real deal. I wouldnt waste your time getting the replicas if they dont like like OEM. If you do find some let me know becuase I do like the look of the 166. The 166 reps Ive seen not only have a line around the lip of the wheel, but also OEM M5 wheels are flush from the side view and curve in towards the center of the hub nicely. While the reps bow out from the side view and the curve at the center of the hub is not as great. To me the whole design of the side view is what really sets the 166 wheel off. If you dont have that then whats the point??!?! However going the OEM route is expensive if you ask me. I would say find some great aftermarket wheels with style you like instead and save your money on an M-tech kit
If you decide to go replicas, then try the 167's, 172's or 128's at least they look almost like the real deal. I may go with the Miro 346 (167 reps) myself if I dont get the Monet New Age
in any case good luck and let us know what you get...post some pics!!!!!
I think geneatals is right about the debate thing, but I can honestly say ive been looking at this myself and I havent found any 166's (M5 replica's) that look even close to the real deal. I wouldnt waste your time getting the replicas if they dont like like OEM. If you do find some let me know becuase I do like the look of the 166. The 166 reps Ive seen not only have a line around the lip of the wheel, but also OEM M5 wheels are flush from the side view and curve in towards the center of the hub nicely. While the reps bow out from the side view and the curve at the center of the hub is not as great. To me the whole design of the side view is what really sets the 166 wheel off. If you dont have that then whats the point??!?!
However going the OEM route is expensive if you ask me. I would say find some great aftermarket wheels with style you like instead and save your money on an M-tech kit If you decide to go replicas, then try the 167's, 172's or 128's at least they look almost like the real deal. I may go with the Miro 346 (167 reps) myself if I dont get the Monet New Age
in any case good luck and let us know what you get...post some pics!!!!!
I have found some decent replica's in the UK (www.mstyle.co.uk) - but I am leaning more towards the OEM alloys - as my car still has 2.5yrs Warranty which I want to keep hassle free. Also I cover big mileage and need durability and quality along with safety - I would feel more comfortable knowing that the wheels are genuine.
My car is an MSport model - so no need to save my money! Though I do fancy adding the AC front splitters to add aggression.
So - Any Pics?
Matt
03-06-2008, 11:48 AM
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Here are a bunch of pics of CB e60 sitting on 166s thanks to xBMWx
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?autocom=ga...r&user=5184
And here are some others that i think are worth seeing and will surely make up your mind and finalize your decision All pics taken from our forum.Search function works indeed
Here are a bunch of pics of CB e60 sitting on 166s thanks to xBMWx
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?autocom=ga...r&user=5184
And here are some others that i think are worth seeing and will surely make up your mind and finalize your decision
All pics taken from our forum.Search function works indeed
03-06-2008, 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by 530i_msport' post='540735' date='Mar 6 2008, 03:48 PM
OEM ONLY
Here are a bunch of pics of CB e60 sitting on 166s thanks to xBMWx
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?autocom=ga...r&user=5184
And here are some others that i think are worth seeing and will surely make up your mind and finalize your decision All pics taken from our forum.Search function works indeed
Here are a bunch of pics of CB e60 sitting on 166s thanks to xBMWx
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?autocom=ga...r&user=5184
And here are some others that i think are worth seeing and will surely make up your mind and finalize your decision
All pics taken from our forum.Search function works indeed Thanks for that,
Made up my mind then.
Just have to wait for my car to come back from the Bodyshop........
After a minor prang & ?5K/ $10K of repairs to the front........
Still - whilst it is in the shop - I am having some extra works completed - Pictures to follow.
Matt
03-06-2008, 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by MSportMatt' post='540742' date='Mar 6 2008, 10:55 PM
Sold!
Thanks for that,
Made up my mind then.
Just have to wait for my car to come back from the Bodyshop........
After a minor prang & ?5K/ $10K of repairs to the front........
Still - whilst it is in the shop - I am having some extra works completed - Pictures to follow.
Matt
Thanks for that,
Made up my mind then.
Just have to wait for my car to come back from the Bodyshop........
After a minor prang & ?5K/ $10K of repairs to the front........
Still - whilst it is in the shop - I am having some extra works completed - Pictures to follow.
Matt
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