POLL: Who wants a plug & play 255/275 wheel/tire setup?

akak1997 · 12-07-2008, 06:46 PM

I would love these if it's available for the 135 with 255/275 tires.

BerkTechnology · 12-22-2008, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by MastaMind

Any idea of what the weight would be for these wheels?

If anything, these would be a tiny bit lighter than the 43 offset. But just expect right around 20lbs for the rears which is pretty darn light!

135i_TT · 12-22-2008, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by akak1997

I would love these if it's available for the 135 with 255/275 tires.

nice i like a lot

theanhdy · 12-23-2008, 12:11 AM

im interested

Chewyjr15 · 12-23-2008, 12:59 AM

bump for update

jtsherri · 12-23-2008, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by BerkTechnology

If anything, these would be a tiny bit lighter than the 43 offset. But just expect right around 20lbs for the rears which is pretty darn light!

Have you guys gotten any more details on this wheel as-of yet? I know you listed some "hopes" in the first post, but have any specs for this wheel been set in stone...?

BerkTechnology · 12-30-2008, 12:09 PM

Some news from the horse's mouth:

This project is a go and can be delivered in 120 days!

The one caveat..... In this economy it's a huge risk for a manufacturer to make a wheel that is SPECIFIC for one make/model of car (1 series). This wheel wouldn't fit on any other car out there except for the 1 series. Do you guys think we could band together and pony up some pre-orders?

jtsherri · 12-30-2008, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by rbernard1984

I'm ready to order. Will the front offset be the same as the current line? Or are they redesigning front and rear? Im ready to order the rears now, just let me know the info.

+1 - As soon as I get some confirmed #s for size and offsets I'd be willing to commit.

Johnnyr135 · 12-30-2008, 12:52 PM

Lets get some final numbers and I would commit

BerkTechnology · 12-30-2008, 12:59 PM

The proposed sizes & offsets available are:

18x8.5 +40 - front, will accomodate up to a 255 wide tire
18x9.5 +57 - rear, will accomodate up to a 275 wide tire and possibly a 285 rear tire depending on the brand.

Johnnyr135 · 12-30-2008, 02:03 PM

Sorry I meant pricing, I am in as long as it is a fair price

akak1997 · 12-30-2008, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Johnnyr

Sorry I meant pricing, I am in as long as it is a fair price

I'd guess the price will be similar to the ones they've now. ~$1000 a set

jtsherri · 12-30-2008, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BerkTechnology

The proposed sizes & offsets available are:

18x8.5 +40 - front, will accomodate up to a 255 wide tire
18x9.5 +57 - rear, will accomodate up to a 275 wide tire and possibly a 285 rear tire depending on the brand.

Just to confirm, the front wheel DOES rub when the car's lowered and on 255s, correct?

If-so, would a car at stock ride height require fender rolling (again, on 255s) or would it be OK?

I'm most definitely interested in these sizes. :thumbup:

BerkTechnology · 12-30-2008, 03:23 PM

The 17" LTW5 (5 spoke wheel) run ~$1000 a set.

These 18" mesh EmPower wheels' run ~$1300 for the staggered setup. Retail pricing hasn't been released for the 1 series specific wheel but I imagine that it would be within $25 per wheel of the current sizes/offsets.

akak1997 · 12-30-2008, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BerkTechnology

The 17" LTW5 (5 spoke wheel) run ~$1000 a set.

These 18" mesh EmPower wheels' run ~$1300 for the staggered setup. Retail pricing hasn't been released for the 1 series specific wheel but I imagine that it would be within $25 per wheel of the current sizes/offsets.

I's pulling the price off Vorshlag's site, the mesh EmPower LTW Mesh 18" 8.5, 9.5 staggered is selling for $997 for a set. That's the kinda price I'd be interested in. For a 1 series specific no rub, wide tires setup, I'd pay $1100. It's only the rear wheels will be 1series specific, the front isn't.

E82tt6 · 12-30-2008, 09:09 PM

Check, cash, credit or money order?!

Cash in hand ready to fork it over today if you can have these for me by start of track season! I'm doing the PCA midwinter in three weeks, but I assume it won't be ready by then. :-D

Seriously, I'll prepay in full nqa.

Will 255s rub on stock height or slightly lowered up front?

ktdw · 01-04-2009, 12:08 PM

IMO, the interest would be greater for the LTW5 design with the right offset & no polished lip.

I just ordered a pair of the 17 x 9 LTW5...not a huge fan of the polished lip, but it's the best combination of looks/weight/price.

E82tt6 · 01-12-2009, 08:05 PM

Any news on this?

Da Boy · 01-12-2009, 08:29 PM

Oh Hells Yes, I'm in for a set... just one for now... price, looks, etc, works for me...

Lets talk 17s for a bit though... If i can fit a 17" comfortably in the the fenders with the same 245/265 setup (or bigger if possible) i'd be a big fan! Any one have suggestions for size and set up here.

17x8.5 +40ish ? 245/45/17???
17x9.5 +60ish ? 265/40/17???

Buying wheels and tires for this car is alot more complicated than a MINI. I'd like to get some Hoosier-daddys before AX season.

If these come available in the next month i'd prolly get a set to save the hastle of trying to piece something to gether my self.

gmag21 · 01-13-2009, 10:46 AM

these wheels are amazing, plz make

arok · 01-13-2009, 11:34 AM

damn for that price, I'd be in.. any word on if these are going to fly?

gmag21 · 01-13-2009, 11:24 PM

someone start a group buy list :P

View Poll Results: Do you want a plug & play wheel setup?
YES. I like the EmPower wheels pictured.	35	44.30%
YES. I want the PnP setup, but I don't like this particular wheel.	34	43.04%
NO. I don't want/need a wide "grippy" wheel/tire setup. I like the OEM.	10	12.66%
Voters: 79. You may not vote on this poll

12-07-2008, 06:46 PM	#67
akak1997 Major 63 Rep 1,159 Posts Drives: BMW 135 @ 135mph Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 135i [0.00]	I would love these if it's available for the 135 with 255/275 tires.
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12-23-2008, 12:11 AM	#70
theanhdy Major 93 Rep 1,083 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: SOCAL SFV iTrader: (7)	im interested
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12-23-2008, 12:59 AM	#71
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12-30-2008, 12:09 PM	#73
BerkTechnology Lieutenant Colonel 223 Rep 1,565 Posts Drives: Fast Join Date: May 2008 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (1)	Some news from the horse's mouth: This project is a go and can be delivered in 120 days! The one caveat..... In this economy it's a huge risk for a manufacturer to make a wheel that is SPECIFIC for one make/model of car (1 series). This wheel wouldn't fit on any other car out there except for the 1 series. Do you guys think we could band together and pony up some pre-orders?
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12-30-2008, 12:52 PM	#75
Johnnyr135 Captain 73 Rep 893 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Lets get some final numbers and I would commit __________________ 2008 BMW 135i, DINAN / Riss Racing / BMS
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12-30-2008, 12:59 PM	#76
BerkTechnology Lieutenant Colonel 223 Rep 1,565 Posts Drives: Fast Join Date: May 2008 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (1)	The proposed sizes & offsets available are: 18x8.5 +40 - front, will accomodate up to a 255 wide tire 18x9.5 +57 - rear, will accomodate up to a 275 wide tire and possibly a 285 rear tire depending on the brand.
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12-30-2008, 02:03 PM	#77
Johnnyr135 Captain 73 Rep 893 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Join Date: May 2008 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Sorry I meant pricing, I am in as long as it is a fair price __________________ 2008 BMW 135i, DINAN / Riss Racing / BMS
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12-30-2008, 03:23 PM	#80
BerkTechnology Lieutenant Colonel 223 Rep 1,565 Posts Drives: Fast Join Date: May 2008 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (1)	The 17" LTW5 (5 spoke wheel) run ~$1000 a set. These 18" mesh EmPower wheels' run ~$1300 for the staggered setup. Retail pricing hasn't been released for the 1 series specific wheel but I imagine that it would be within $25 per wheel of the current sizes/offsets.
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12-30-2008, 09:09 PM	#82
E82tt6 Colonel 103 Rep 2,626 Posts Drives: '08 Black Saphire Z4 MC Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	Check, cash, credit or money order?! Cash in hand ready to fork it over today if you can have these for me by start of track season! I'm doing the PCA midwinter in three weeks, but I assume it won't be ready by then. :-D Seriously, I'll prepay in full nqa. Will 255s rub on stock height or slightly lowered up front? __________________ '08 Black Saphire/Black Z4 M Coupe RIP Gretta: Blue Water/Lemon 135i. Died to save me. -ChuckV
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01-04-2009, 12:08 PM	#83
ktdw BMWCCA #401908 54 Rep 470 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	IMO, the interest would be greater for the LTW5 design with the right offset & no polished lip. I just ordered a pair of the 17 x 9 LTW5...not a huge fan of the polished lip, but it's the best combination of looks/weight/price. __________________ Vishnu PROcede v3, Vishnu Dual Cone Intake, Code3 FMIC, Riss Racing Downpipes, Riss Racing Exhaust, H&R Sport Springs Best 1/4 mile: 12.583 @ 117.609 mph
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01-12-2009, 08:05 PM	#84
E82tt6 Colonel 103 Rep 2,626 Posts Drives: '08 Black Saphire Z4 MC Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	Any news on this? __________________ '08 Black Saphire/Black Z4 M Coupe RIP Gretta: Blue Water/Lemon 135i. Died to save me. -ChuckV
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01-12-2009, 08:29 PM	#85
Da Boy New Member 0 Rep 18 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2008 iTrader: (0)	Oh Hells Yes, I'm in for a set... just one for now... price, looks, etc, works for me... Lets talk 17s for a bit though... If i can fit a 17" comfortably in the the fenders with the same 245/265 setup (or bigger if possible) i'd be a big fan! Any one have suggestions for size and set up here. 17x8.5 +40ish ? 245/45/17??? 17x9.5 +60ish ? 265/40/17??? Buying wheels and tires for this car is alot more complicated than a MINI. I'd like to get some Hoosier-daddys before AX season. If these come available in the next month i'd prolly get a set to save the hastle of trying to piece something to gether my self. __________________ Ben, "Simone" 2009 BMW 135i, Sport package, roofracks! Formerly: A much loved and appreciated 05 MCSC - PS/Blue canvas - sold "Da Boy" and... a POS 2008 STI that blew an engine at 3,000 miles
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01-13-2009, 10:46 AM	#86
gmag21 Private First Class 13 Rep 107 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	these wheels are amazing, plz make
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01-13-2009, 11:34 AM	#87
arok Captain 46 Rep 987 Posts Drives: BMW F30 335i M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Mateo, CA iTrader: (1)	damn for that price, I'd be in.. any word on if these are going to fly? __________________ 2013 BMW 335i M-Sport
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01-13-2009, 11:24 PM	#88
gmag21 Private First Class 13 Rep 107 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	someone start a group buy list :P
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