Shattered Rims
02-23-2009, 06:30 PM
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Hey guys, I had a major incident. A few of you may remember that I had my 124's powder coated black a few months ago. My absolute pride and joy 
Well, on my way to work this AM I hit a pot hole and destroyed both passenger side rims. Both tires instantly went flat and I had to get it towed on a flat bed. I could see while it was on the flatbed that there was a huge chunk missing from the rear wheel, at least 2''. I am assuming the front is in the same shape 
As of now my ride is undriveable SO, as they are powder coated I cant just get two 124's as then I will be mismatched I need to know good wheels to get, I would like to stay reasonable with the price and also stay with 18'' as I am hoping I can still use my recently new rubber. Thanks in advance guys, Danny aka guy with the worst day ever!
Well, on my way to work this AM I hit a pot hole and destroyed both passenger side rims. Both tires instantly went flat and I had to get it towed on a flat bed. I could see while it was on the flatbed that there was a huge chunk missing from the rear wheel, at least 2''. I am assuming the front is in the same shape As of now my ride is undriveable SO, as they are powder coated I cant just get two 124's as then I will be mismatched I need to know good wheels to get, I would like to stay reasonable with the price and also stay with 18'' as I am hoping I can still use my recently new rubber. Thanks in advance guys, Danny aka guy with the worst day ever!
02-23-2009, 06:34 PM
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Hey danny that sucks to hear... was it because you powder coated the wheels the structural stability was weaken? i always liked the VMR or the wheels poleposition has breyton wheels those are amazing!... im thinking about getting them for winter tires in a year or so +)
03-02-2009, 01:07 PM
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My Ride: 2005 BMW 545i Sport Package, Jet Black
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You are not the first one. I cracked my 124' rim too.
I know a guy who cracked 3 124 rims on his 545i one after another.. The guy from BMW shop said its very common and they are bad quality.
It supposed to ba a recall but BMW is not doing anything. I guess more people need to call in with complaints
I know a guy who cracked 3 124 rims on his 545i one after another.. The guy from BMW shop said its very common and they are bad quality.
It supposed to ba a recall but BMW is not doing anything. I guess more people need to call in with complaints
03-02-2009, 01:19 PM
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Wow, that sucks! :thumbsdown: I hope this gets remedied quickly! 
03-02-2009, 01:27 PM
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My Ride: 2007 530i. Purchased 6/28/07. Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar Trim, Steptronic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Bluetooth, Adaptive Control Xenons. 10/30/07 Added OEM 124s with 245/40/18 & 275/35/18 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. Installed red Cal Covers� from BavAuto. 11/21/07 Added OEM all-weather floor mats (for winter, carpet in summer) and coat rack. 6/26/08 installed M5-style rear spoiler. 6/30/08 put on red reflectors. 8/22/08 Euro turn signal stickers applied. 3/20/09 Installed Shadowline Trim. 3/27/09 Added Matte Black Kidney Grilles from Trinity. 4/03/09 Installed Bimmian Shadow Matte Black 530i Badges. 4/04/09 Installed LED license plate lights from Trinity. 5/01/09 Installed Brabus Interior LED Kit and White Angel Eyes. 5/02/09 Put in Brabus 6K Fogs. 5/14/09 Removed charcoal filter. 5/15/09 Installed light smoke LED side marker lamps from Trinity. 5/21/09 Sprint Booster. 6/12/09 Painted exhaust tips flat black. 6/13/09 Pulled red Cal Covers and painted calipers low gloss black. 6/27/09 RPI Ram Air Scoop from Trinity. 8/15/09 Installed Brabus's silver invisibulbs front and rear. 9/24/09 Installed R-Dash license plate LEDs from Brabaus (John).
Bummer! Two at once! GL!
03-02-2009, 06:47 PM
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Wow i am sorry to hear that...
You can look at used rims on ebay and get it powercoated again... or go for vmr or breyton like what Ghostteck said.. but you probably will spend more money than getting two new oem wheels... Made in Germany vs Made in China... I would suggest get oem wheels..
tires... idont know if tires are still good after that... i feel like you mightve broke belt on tires and might feel vibration when you put tires back on your new rims because that is what happend to me when i had stock wheels and tires
Also make complaints to the city for pothole... They are responsible on your damage and can pay for your wheels.
You can look at used rims on ebay and get it powercoated again... or go for vmr or breyton like what Ghostteck said.. but you probably will spend more money than getting two new oem wheels... Made in Germany vs Made in China... I would suggest get oem wheels..
tires... idont know if tires are still good after that... i feel like you mightve broke belt on tires and might feel vibration when you put tires back on your new rims because that is what happend to me when i had stock wheels and tires
Also make complaints to the city for pothole... They are responsible on your damage and can pay for your wheels.
03-02-2009, 10:05 PM
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Thanks guys, I had my car towed on a flat bed to BMW San Diego, a sad sight indeed. I couldn't help but think of the " Hated BMW Owner " thread as I was sitting in the front of the tow truck 
What people must have been saying as they saw my murdered out 545 up on that flat bed, haha. But there is a bit of a silver lining, USAA let me claim it on my comprehensive insurance which only has a $250 deductible. Also they are going to cover rubber and they threw in some for the cost of re-powder coating. It is at the shop right now getting the steering looked at along with suspension and any other related parts. To be honest I am almost hoping that some other stuff is damaged so I could get a few new parts. Its on USAA's dime not mine right? 
And last but not least, they gave me a Z4 convertible for a loaner, very fun. Completely impractical but fun none the less. The weather has been nice in SD recently so I can't complain. That is all for now, I will be back with an update after I here from the dealer, Take it easy
What people must have been saying as they saw my murdered out 545 up on that flat bed, haha. But there is a bit of a silver lining, USAA let me claim it on my comprehensive insurance which only has a $250 deductible. Also they are going to cover rubber and they threw in some for the cost of re-powder coating. It is at the shop right now getting the steering looked at along with suspension and any other related parts. To be honest I am almost hoping that some other stuff is damaged so I could get a few new parts. Its on USAA's dime not mine right? And last but not least, they gave me a Z4 convertible for a loaner, very fun. Completely impractical but fun none the less. The weather has been nice in SD recently so I can't complain. That is all for now, I will be back with an update after I here from the dealer, Take it easy
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