OEM Wheels
09-20-2009, 10:03 PM
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OK, yes- obviously I can get them from BMW. But if a Cadillac hub cap can cost $400 I don't want to find out how much BMW charges for an alloy wheel...
Well, actually I do want to know.
But, anyway- are you guys all going back to BMW to buy the factory OEM wheels, or is there a distributor out there that you all are buying them from?
I really like that split 5 spoke wheel- I think it's a 172 or 176- I forget.
Anyhoo, where can I find the prices on this stuff? I went to the BMW Website, and into the accessories area, but didn't see anything for wheels...
Where can I find a listing of the wheels and their prices?
PS- It's the 167 that I like.... I've never paid for a factory wheel before-(Aftermarket fan) but, this is a sexy wheel...
Well, actually I do want to know.
But, anyway- are you guys all going back to BMW to buy the factory OEM wheels, or is there a distributor out there that you all are buying them from?
I really like that split 5 spoke wheel- I think it's a 172 or 176- I forget.
Anyhoo, where can I find the prices on this stuff? I went to the BMW Website, and into the accessories area, but didn't see anything for wheels...
Where can I find a listing of the wheels and their prices?
PS- It's the 167 that I like.... I've never paid for a factory wheel before-(Aftermarket fan) but, this is a sexy wheel...
09-21-2009, 02:17 AM
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Originally Posted by bighersh' post='1012639' date='Sep 21 2009, 02:03 AM
OK, yes- obviously I can get them from BMW. But if a Cadillac hub cap can cost $400 I don't want to find out how much BMW charges for an alloy wheel...
Well, actually I do want to know.
But, anyway- are you guys all going back to BMW to buy the factory OEM wheels, or is there a distributor out there that you all are buying them from?
I really like that split 5 spoke wheel- I think it's a 172 or 176- I forget.
Anyhoo, where can I find the prices on this stuff? I went to the BMW Website, and into the accessories area, but didn't see anything for wheels...
Where can I find a listing of the wheels and their prices?
PS- It's the 167 that I like.... I've never paid for a factory wheel before-(Aftermarket fan) but, this is a sexy wheel...
Well, actually I do want to know.
But, anyway- are you guys all going back to BMW to buy the factory OEM wheels, or is there a distributor out there that you all are buying them from?
I really like that split 5 spoke wheel- I think it's a 172 or 176- I forget.
Anyhoo, where can I find the prices on this stuff? I went to the BMW Website, and into the accessories area, but didn't see anything for wheels...
Where can I find a listing of the wheels and their prices?
PS- It's the 167 that I like.... I've never paid for a factory wheel before-(Aftermarket fan) but, this is a sexy wheel...
09-21-2009, 04:01 AM
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eBay is another source.
Originally Posted by bighersh' post='1012639' date='Sep 21 2009, 02:03 AM
OK, yes- obviously I can get them from BMW. But if a Cadillac hub cap can cost $400 I don't want to find out how much BMW charges for an alloy wheel...
Well, actually I do want to know.
But, anyway- are you guys all going back to BMW to buy the factory OEM wheels, or is there a distributor out there that you all are buying them from?
I really like that split 5 spoke wheel- I think it's a 172 or 176- I forget.
Anyhoo, where can I find the prices on this stuff? I went to the BMW Website, and into the accessories area, but didn't see anything for wheels...
Where can I find a listing of the wheels and their prices?
PS- It's the 167 that I like.... I've never paid for a factory wheel before-(Aftermarket fan) but, this is a sexy wheel...
Well, actually I do want to know.
But, anyway- are you guys all going back to BMW to buy the factory OEM wheels, or is there a distributor out there that you all are buying them from?
I really like that split 5 spoke wheel- I think it's a 172 or 176- I forget.
Anyhoo, where can I find the prices on this stuff? I went to the BMW Website, and into the accessories area, but didn't see anything for wheels...
Where can I find a listing of the wheels and their prices?
PS- It's the 167 that I like.... I've never paid for a factory wheel before-(Aftermarket fan) but, this is a sexy wheel...
09-21-2009, 04:22 AM
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Garry Romani, the Parts Manager at BMW of Newport, RI, offers a 25% discount on many OEM parts parts including wheels (but not tires). Many many members here have bought stuff from him. Here is the thread about him and the discount: https://5series.net/forums/index.php?showto...8067&st=120
09-21-2009, 04:25 AM
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Check realoem.com for undiscounted prices on oem equipment and our vendors section for vendors offering significant discounts on BMW parts - you can contact them directly to see what parts the discount applies to.
09-21-2009, 05:06 AM
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I would suggest Ebay.de
09-21-2009, 06:06 AM
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Also, you can check Craigslist.com in your area and get some OEM wheels (just have to be patient, a lot of ugly chrome wheels on there). I got mine on craigslist and I am more than happy with them. Good luck.
09-21-2009, 07:35 AM
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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).
In addition to the usual suspects mentioned like Craigslist, e-Bay and the forum classifieds, you might want to check with the local dealership. Quite a few new take-offs are done there, so it would be a slightly better price.