WTB: Winter Tires for E60
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My Ride: 2008 535i
I've got the sport package so my only concern with fitment is whether or not they will fit over the larger sport brakes.
Stock set-up is 255/40zr18's in the rear and 225/35zr18's up front. If I didn't have the staggered set-up I would have just opted for the A/S tires but staggered isn't good for snow - especially with 255's in the back.
I know wheel width doesn't matter but I hate the look of stretched tires so that's not an option for me.
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Actually, in this case, -1 size would be a 215/45R-17. You also have to be aware of load ratings. A 205/50R-17 might actually be too small.
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Also, the load rating for a proper -1 will be practically the same (maybe 3% lower), since the volume of air in the tire is practically the same, only the shape of the tire changes.
With respect.
Bob P.
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