Winter wheels for 535xi
12-10-2007, 05:03 PM
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Hi! I am looking for 18" winter wheels for 535xi and called Lakeshore Wheel and was told that 535xi bore size is different and I need to look for E46 wheels. I have currently staggard setup with style 124 wheels. Want to have 18" wheels for winter as well. What 18" wheels have you used on 535xi? Anyone tried the 18" M6 style 167 wheels? Thanks.
12-10-2007, 05:13 PM
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Perhaps they confused bore size with offset. I have read a fair amount about the xi models on this board and others and have never heard anything about the bore size being different on an xi model.
12-10-2007, 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by LeMans' post='505265' date='Dec 10 2007, 09:03 PM
Hi! I am looking for 18" winter wheels for 535xi and called Lakeshore Wheel and was told that 535xi bore size is different and I need to look for E46 wheels. I have currently staggard setup with style 124 wheels. Want to have 18" wheels for winter as well. What 18" wheels have you used on 535xi? Anyone tried the 18" M6 style 167 wheels? Thanks.
Second, I would buy some 18" OEM's for winter, like you have for summer(like I did, although mine came with my xi) and slap some Blizzaks or M3's on there. You are aware that the 123 and 124's both come in 2 offset sizes, right? One for the xi and one for the RWD models. And yes, most E46 wheels will work for our car, but then again, you need to make sure the offsets are correct. Center bore size is less of an issue than offset size these days. That's not to say you should completely disregard bore size, but offset is priority #1.
If you call Garry Romani of BMW of Newport (Parts Manager and that would be Newport, Rhode Island), he will give you a 25% discount for being a member on this forum. You can also try Quad_m (Tony) too. Not sure who is cheaper...
What you need are the "xi" 123 or "xi" 124 wheels which have the high offset for the AWD model. DO NOT get the RWD wheels. Make sure of this when you finalize your order. The offset on our wheels is ET43. And yes, the OEM 123 wheels and OEM 124 wheels both come in "xi" offsets for our cars, as well as, the RWD model. Since you have the 124's already on your car, you know that.
Wait, did I just repeat this again? Hahahaha! Sorry. As for the M6(167) wheels, they will NOT fit our car, but then again, those are just the 19" OEM wheels. The replica 18's by LSWT I'm not familiar with, but then again, I would steer clear of that seller in general. Their customer service and replicas are terrible! :thumbsdown: Have you visited the following site to see the difference? http://www.realoem.com
You should also check out this tool too, when researching...
http://www.1010tires.com/WheelOffsetCalculator.asp
Feel free to PM me with any questions. I'm pretty good when it comes to what wheels will work and what won't for our AWD model.
/C
12-10-2007, 08:04 PM
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I have just purchased a set of 18" Breyton Flame from Tirerack with 225/45/18 winter tires. Before I made the order the representative of Tirerack had a look to the spec of the rims and believe I shouldn't have any problem installing them in respect to offset and centerbore size. I have them on my car now and don't see nor feel any problem. The rims are on sale now for only $229 (reg $509) which is an excellent deal for winter setup! You'll need to find it under a 2003 325i instead of the 5XXxi, there's some unknown reason why it's not list under the e60xi. Good luck!
12-10-2007, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='505356' date='Dec 11 2007, 12:16 AM
Wow! That's a great deal. Nice find T!
That's an exclusive deal available to the e60xi owners only, not to the REGULAR e60 owners.
12-10-2007, 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Bambi' post='505358' date='Dec 11 2007, 12:19 AM
That's an exclusive deal available to the e60xi owners only, not to the REGULAR e60 owners.
12-10-2007, 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='505365' date='Dec 11 2007, 12:25 AM
How about some pix of those on your car!
Sure will do, I'll wait till I have the Hamann front splitter on then I'll take some pics. It's being painted now.
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I have a set of brand new 124's from my 535xit that I'm looking to sell. These have only 7 miles on them, perfect condition. All 4 are 18 x 8", non-staggard. These would be perfect for anyone that needs a second set for winter...