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03-02-2009, 03:02 AM
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My Ride: 2008 525i LCI - saphire black on black dakota leather, dark poplar wood, moonroof, cruise control, electric seats with memory, nokia 6230i bluetooth + cradle, rain sensor, A/C with extended features, extended lights package, PDC, rear power sunshade, AUX Jack, steptronic, M-Tech steering wheel, 10 Airbags, smokers package, DSC, interior and exterior mirror with anti-dazzel function, business radio; power folding mirrors
Mods: iPOD (OEM), BMW OEM floor mats, BMW OEM trunk mat, ///M Aerodyamics kit (OEM), 18" rims style 184 (OEM), 245/45 R18 93Y Contisport, ///M boot-lid spoiler (OEM), OEM Headlight washer system
Future Mods: Solaris Invisibulbs - Amber Flash all-round; LED interior kit; LED License Plate;
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2009 e90 320i LCI - Carbon Black, Beige leather interior, Dark Poplar Wood, moonroof, cruise control, electric seats with memory, nokia 6233 bluetooth + cradle, extended lights package, rear power sunshade, NEW I-DRIVE with HDD + 2USB Slots +AUX Jack, steptronic, DSC, Smokers package, business radio
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The cars were manufactured in Egypt! :)
really nice wheels u got there... enjoy! 
03-02-2009, 04:27 PM
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I really like your car color. Although it looks a lot different in the second set of photos. Did you make any adjustments to the first set of pics? Lighting??
Sweet rims by the way!
Sweet rims by the way!
03-03-2009, 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by camerri' post='805773' date='Mar 2 2009, 05:27 PM
I really like your car color. Although it looks a lot different in the second set of photos. Did you make any adjustments to the first set of pics? Lighting??
Sweet rims by the way!
Sweet rims by the way!
I took the set of pics where it looks like its by some garages. I quess the car was sort of in the shade.
03-04-2009, 03:16 PM
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20's just look a bit too big on an e60. Sports cars like the size of the e60 dont look right with wheels bigger than 19's or rather they turn into more of a "show" look that is very nice but takes away from the sportiness if that makes sense.
And wow you have increased your rolling radius by an inch or so on each wheel, not to mention the weight. Have you noticed any sluggishness or worsening in the handling? Any weights on these wheels?
Any math guru's can you tell me what gearing effect that would have to increase diamater by one inch? Seems that would be pretty signifigant.
Looks great though man, very nice design and very nice on your car!
And wow you have increased your rolling radius by an inch or so on each wheel, not to mention the weight. Have you noticed any sluggishness or worsening in the handling? Any weights on these wheels?
Any math guru's can you tell me what gearing effect that would have to increase diamater by one inch? Seems that would be pretty signifigant.
Looks great though man, very nice design and very nice on your car!
03-04-2009, 03:28 PM
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It boils down to personal preference but I think 20s are the perfect size for this car. I've actually had people telling me my 20s look too small. haha
If he's increasing the width thereby increasing the contact patch, the handling should improve. Also, I'm sure he's using plus sizing on the tires so the net change should be close to zero from the OEM overall diameter.
If he's increasing the width thereby increasing the contact patch, the handling should improve. Also, I'm sure he's using plus sizing on the tires so the net change should be close to zero from the OEM overall diameter.