wheel suggestions...HELP
08-01-2007, 03:36 AM
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Oh and if you're considering Volks/Rays
I thought I'd list my current favorite wheel from that line, the Volk GTS. Not sure if they have a fitment for the e60 though.
I thought I'd list my current favorite wheel from that line, the Volk GTS. Not sure if they have a fitment for the e60 though.
08-01-2007, 07:26 AM
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Originally Posted by 08.550i.sport.' post='453812' date='Jul 31 2007, 09:23 PM
arent the replicas much more prone to breaking?
08-01-2007, 07:33 AM
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Originally Posted by heezy545i' post='453917' date='Aug 1 2007, 04:25 AM
What's your budget?
RAD R10s are nice, but a bit played out.
NEEZ and RAC are some of the highest quality wheels in the industry. Both are super strong and lightweight, but you pay for the quality. Though, I'd have to say that I'm not a big fan of the styling of most NEEZ wheels though. I would also consider some high end BBS if you are considering these brands. Oh and I don't think it's fair to cross-shop replica wheels with these brands.
I like those Momos that were posted earlier, but I would opt for some BBS LM champion edition wheels
RAD R10s are nice, but a bit played out.
NEEZ and RAC are some of the highest quality wheels in the industry. Both are super strong and lightweight, but you pay for the quality. Though, I'd have to say that I'm not a big fan of the styling of most NEEZ wheels though. I would also consider some high end BBS if you are considering these brands. Oh and I don't think it's fair to cross-shop replica wheels with these brands.
I like those Momos that were posted earlier, but I would opt for some BBS LM champion edition wheels
WAIT, Freed0m has R10s and I see the guy all the time!
HAHAHAI have to admit I've been window shopping other wheels just to see what else I would get IF I was to replace the R10s. The Momo and the Modulare M6 are two of my favorites right now.
With regards to the BBS LMs, I heard that they are being discontinued. Have you heard that Ken? Do you know any place that has them in stock?
08-01-2007, 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='453970' date='Aug 1 2007, 08:26 AM
Some people aren't as picky so I just thought I'd mention that you have alternatives with replicas.
me...picky...nooooo never. im the pickiest guy around.
thanks for all your help guys!!!
you got me thinking about those 167s
have you seen any pictures, how does it look??? do i have to lower my car for them to look good?? id prefer not to
post pics if you can
thanks!
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Originally Posted by 08.550i.sport.' post='454015' date='Aug 1 2007, 10:19 AM
me...picky...nooooo never. im the pickiest guy around.
thanks for all your help guys!!!
you got me thinking about those 167s
have you seen any pictures, how does it look??? do i have to lower my car for them to look good?? id prefer not to
post pics if you can
thanks!
thanks for all your help guys!!!
you got me thinking about those 167s
have you seen any pictures, how does it look??? do i have to lower my car for them to look good?? id prefer not to
post pics if you can
thanks!
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...mp;#entry453113 . also, owen has these wheels on his car but i couldnt find any pictures of his at the moment.
08-01-2007, 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by 08.550i.sport.' post='454015' date='Aug 1 2007, 10:19 AM
me...picky...nooooo never. im the pickiest guy around.
thanks for all your help guys!!!
you got me thinking about those 167s
have you seen any pictures, how does it look??? do i have to lower my car for them to look good?? id prefer not to
post pics if you can
thanks!
thanks for all your help guys!!!
you got me thinking about those 167s
have you seen any pictures, how does it look??? do i have to lower my car for them to look good?? id prefer not to
post pics if you can
thanks!
08-01-2007, 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='454021' date='Aug 1 2007, 10:29 AM
Here's a picture of Brian1225's car with 167s. I don't know if his car is lowered or not.
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Attachment 36028
also....i saw the bmw oem style 149...i really like, what do you all think???
http://crass.on.ru/bmw/wheels/TMP_wh..._wheel_149.jpg
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Originally Posted by 08.550i.sport.' post='454046' date='Aug 1 2007, 11:07 AM
i saw a nice grey e60 at the malibu meet with the 167s on...does anybody know whos that is??
Owen530i 's car
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='454021' date='Aug 1 2007, 10:29 AM
Here's a picture of Brian1225's car with 167s. I don't know if his car is lowered or not.
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Attachment 36028
If I recall, he and nicke60gre were the first folks who put 167 wheels on their cars. Brian's car is lowered on H&R Springs, 12mm spacers and 285/30/19 tires. His rear fenders were rolled to accommodate the 285 tires and 12mm spacers.