Question About Ordering 261

pumaknight · 02-08-2008, 07:42 AM

The 261's are standard on the M 135i here in the UK - thought it was like that in the rest of the world - wonder why it isn't.

WAY · 02-08-2008, 07:44 AM

All rhd market have the 261's standard for some reason. Don't know why.

confusion · 02-08-2008, 10:13 PM

i spoke w/ my dealer today and confirmed jams' post that the fronts are $470 each and the rears are $505 (retail). also confirmed that 225/255s will fit.

taiheung · 02-14-2008, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by WAY

Haha! Pay me the right amount and it can be yours! The funny thing is, I am buying my wheels from the States!

I am so glad we are getting the 261 wheels as standard.
They're gorgeous.

Jockey · 03-10-2008, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by e34m5

I have in the past been able to convince my dealer to take the new wheels that came in the car and give me the credit towards the purchase of the wheels I wanted.

They want your business so this is not umcommon. I did that with my E46 wheels and steering wheel.

Interesting, I'm thinking of trying the same thing.

confusion · 03-10-2008, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Jockey

Interesting, I'm thinking of trying the same thing.

good luck. at one point, i had two different production #s at different dealers and neither would do a trade or even an allowance.

Jockey · 03-10-2008, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by confusion

good luck. at one point, i had two different production #s at different dealers and neither would do a trade or even an allowance.

I'm not hoping for much, but it doesn't cost anything to ask.

E82tt6 · 03-11-2008, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by confusion

i spoke w/ my dealer today and confirmed jams' post that the fronts are $470 each and the rears are $505 (retail). also confirmed that 225/255s will fit.

Good news!

Any one know the weight on these wheels? If it isn't much lighter than stock, not sure I could go for that.

03-12-2008, 03:38 PM

I ordered a 135i, and I'm living in Belgium/Europe. Here we just can chose between the 264 (standard) and the 261 for free, on condition you also chose the M-kit (M-kit with 264 or 261 is same price).

TP 135i · 03-12-2008, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by E82TT6

Good news!

Any one know the weight on these wheels? If it isn't much lighter than stock, not sure I could go for that.

Read the sticky thread at the top of this group......
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4659

E82tt6 · 03-12-2008, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TP 135i

Read the sticky thread at the top of this group......
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4659

Thanks, didn't notice that was posted earlier today. Looks like they aren't an upgrade afterall

MVF4Rrider · 03-13-2008, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by E82TT6

Thanks, didn't notice that was posted earlier today. Looks like they aren't an upgrade afterall

That's my feeling too although some would argue. Perhaps we're just more performance minded than others. In any case, BMW sticks a M badge on it, charges a premium, and then you come to find out it's no better (or worse) than the non-M badged 264 (which I actually like far better anyway).

What's amazing is BMW has a forged option wheel for the new M3 and only charges $1,200. The 261 at $2,000 is criminal.

I'm actually leaning toward O.Z with this car. The Chrono or Ultraleggera are both very light weight (I believe under 18 pounds for 18x8 wheels), come in many colors, and are quite reasonably priced. Far less than the 261s anyway.

BMW Dreamer · 03-13-2008, 04:52 AM

WOW. I like the 261, but IMO the USA Version 264 look mouth watering to me. To each his own, but the 264's look SO aggressive.

When I first saw a 335i in person with the sport package I loved the wheels, then the wheels on the 335i sedan with the sport package really started to grow on me alot. UNTIL I saw the 264 wheels in person. HOLLY $HIT. That is what I WANT. SWEET!!!

E82tt6 · 03-13-2008, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Balls

I'm actually leaning toward O.Z with this car. The Chrono or Ultraleggera are both very light weight (I believe under 18 pounds for 18x8 wheels), come in many colors, and are quite reasonably priced. Far less than the 261s anyway.

OZ Makes good wheels!

I'm probably going to do Volk RE30s, Enkei RPF1s, or BBS Comps, but OZ is another brand I'm looking at. A bit less expensive than Volk, compararable to the others, and very good looking wheels, if a pound or so heavier. Ideally, I'd actually like to step down to a 17" wheel, but I'm not sure what will clear the brakes.

MVF4Rrider · 03-13-2008, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by E82TT6

I'd actually like to step down to a 17" wheel, but I'm not sure what will clear the brakes.

I assume you're looking to save weight? The 17" wheel is definitely lighter than a like wheel at 18". However, the tire should weigh more due to the extra sidewall. In order to accurately assess the end result, you have to compare th ecombination wheel and tire in the two different wheel sizes. They may come out real close to the same. In addition, it's better to have less weight toward the outer portion, so a lighter wheel but heavier tire is less than ideal. In consideration to the brakes, there's a lot of inner diameter space so I think many 17" wheels should work. would be nice if Tire Rack would stop horsing around and figure this stuff out for us! Ultimately, I think 18" is the perfect size for the car, but if a 17" wheel/tire combo happens to be significantly less weight and perhaps cost, that may be the better option. I don't mind the look of the car with a little meat around the wheels.

JAMS 135 · 03-13-2008, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Balls

I assume you're looking to save weight? The 17" wheel is definitely lighter than a like wheel at 18". However, the tire should weigh more due to the extra sidewall. In order to accurately assess the end result, you have to compare th ecombination wheel and tire in the two different wheel sizes. They may come out real close to the same. In addition, it's better to have less weight toward the outer portion, so a lighter wheel but heavier tire is less than ideal. In consideration to the brakes, there's a lot of inner diameter space so I think many 17" wheels should work. would be nice if Tire Rack would stop horsing around and figure this stuff out for us! Ultimately, I think 18" is the perfect size for the car, but if a 17" wheel/tire combo happens to be significantly less weight and perhaps cost, that may be the better option. I don't mind the look of the car with a little meat around the wheels.

Maybe you will like these!

MVF4Rrider · 03-13-2008, 11:00 AM

^^ Seen those years ago... and no, I wouldn't like them... As I stated, I don't mind a little meat around the wheels, as in more sidewall. Did you not read that far???

imported_M3Racer · 03-13-2008, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by JAMS 135

My dealer has the 261M part numbers: 3611 7 891 050 (F) and 3611 7 891 051 (R)
but no prices.

My Dealer quoted me $2100 with tax TODAY. Tires extra. Pretty pricy but they are :w00t:

cracka · 03-13-2008, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by M3Racer

My Dealer quoted me $2100 with tax TODAY. Tires extra. Pretty pricy but they are :w00t:

I strongly suggest you contact carguymo here on the board for a quote. :wink:

02-08-2008, 07:42 AM	#23
pumaknight Second Lieutenant 4 Rep 280 Posts Drives: Currently Seat Leon Cupra FR Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	The 261's are standard on the M 135i here in the UK - thought it was like that in the rest of the world - wonder why it isn't.
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confusion Captain 601 Rep 836 Posts Drives: 2016 M2 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	i spoke w/ my dealer today and confirmed jams' post that the fronts are $470 each and the rears are $505 (retail). also confirmed that 225/255s will fit.
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03-12-2008, 03:38 PM	#31
steve@francken.be Guest 0 Rep n/a Posts Drives:	I ordered a 135i, and I'm living in Belgium/Europe. Here we just can chose between the 264 (standard) and the 261 for free, on condition you also chose the M-kit (M-kit with 264 or 261 is same price).
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03-13-2008, 04:52 AM	#35
BMW Dreamer Colonel 72 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: Modded 06 TL Manual Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern IL. iTrader: (0)	WOW. I like the 261, but IMO the USA Version 264 look mouth watering to me. To each his own, but the 264's look SO aggressive. When I first saw a 335i in person with the sport package I loved the wheels, then the wheels on the 335i sedan with the sport package really started to grow on me alot. UNTIL I saw the 264 wheels in person. HOLLY $HIT. That is what I WANT. SWEET!!!
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