New Wheel Setup

Chandon · 10-04-2015, 06:46 AM

Hi,

Just wanted to share my experience with these brand new GTC AFF-1 which were only very recently released as the first flow formed wheel from GTC.

I ordered these wheels through Jason@EuroDivision down in Melbourne who offers great customer service and prices, as well as incredibly fast shipping which made for a very pleasant and smooth transaction (once again)

As they are a very new wheel, they were not available in 1 series / E82 sizes and offsets, these particular wheels are 19x8.5 ET35 Front & 19x9.5 ET45 Rear - which makes for a very aggressive fitment on the E82 platform being a 3 series sized wheel setup.

Initial thoughts:

The first time I picked up the box I was extremely surprised at how light these wheels were. I believe they are weighted at 9KG a wheel, which is lighter than my previous 18 inch GTC-S (CSL style) wheels and these are 19 inch with a wider diameter. This makes them a whole lot lighter than the hefty OEM BMW wheels which is a big plus. The finish I opted for is "Space Graphite" (also available in gloss silver) - a light to medium grey in satin. The quality of the finish is awesome and really pops with the BSM!

Fitment:

Initially I did not want to opt for 19's as I thought they might look a little too large, I was pleasantly surprised at how good 19's actually suit the E82. The sizes are also a little aggressive for E82 which made me think it would rub insanely in both the front and rear, but much to my surprise, there is absolutely no rubbing at all - keep in mind I am fairly low (bilstein B14) with about half a finger gap in both front and rear, also rear guards rolled. I am running these with a 225/35/19 Front and 255/30/19 Rear Nitto Invo tyres which are a fair bit thinner than Michelins. With Michelins and rolled/pulled guards, you're bound to rub A LOT. Tyres are ever so slightly stretched, but gives the car a much more aggressive stance while not affecting function (too much). With this setup they sit VERY flush to the guards.

Thanks to Euro Division I now have my car sitting on an awesome set of wheels which are unique (only 1 series to have them fitted I believe) and look plain awesome, received nothing but positive comments about them so far. Also thanks to Stuart@BMR again for fitting them and sorting out my suspension! Highly recommend both Euro Division and BMR for all your OEM and AM parts

*These are also available in 18x8 ET42 for those wanting a less aggressive fitment*

Here are some pictures:

questionable · 10-04-2015, 06:58 AM

Looks really good, sits perfect aswell. Need some big brakes now

sr2223 · 10-04-2015, 07:09 AM

Damn they look good, your car looks exactly the same as my car except I have GT-CX wheels

dh58 · 10-04-2015, 07:21 AM

nice! what is the weight savings over the stock?

how much did they set you back?

AUSf22 · 10-06-2015, 02:40 AM

Looking real good there pal

!

Chandon · 10-07-2015, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dh58

nice! what is the weight savings over the stock?

how much did they set you back?

20% weight savings according to their website.
They are $1900 retail price from Euro Division.

dh58 · 10-07-2015, 05:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by viciousgook

20% weight savings according to their website.
They are $1900 retail price from Euro Division.

Nice work!

totti84 · 10-07-2015, 07:02 PM

Looks great! Who rolled your rear guards Brandon?

hks200 · 10-07-2015, 07:09 PM

wheels look amazing! definitely different to mesh style wheels you usually see on Sydney Roads

PG · 10-07-2015, 08:45 PM

Looking real good. I'm thinkin about 18s in this style as well

froop · 10-08-2015, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PG_DC5

Looking real good. I'm thinkin about 18s in this style as well

They don't have anything except 18x8 ET35 yet. No idea why not...

Looks mint Brandon.

totti84 · 10-08-2015, 02:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by froop

Quote:

Originally Posted by PG_DC5

Looking real good. I'm thinkin about 18s in this style as well

They don't have anything except 18x8 ET35 yet. No idea why not...

Looks mint Brandon.

I've already enquired about staggered 18" 1 series offsets.

Would anyone be interested in a potential group buy, say if we find 5 people wanting the above, maybe they will make them for us??

PG · 10-08-2015, 02:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by totti84

I've already enquired about staggered 18" 1 series offsets.

Would anyone be interested in a potential group buy, say if we find 5 people wanting the above, maybe they will make them for us??

yes

totti84 · 10-08-2015, 02:54 AM

Great, I've asked Jason. If he approves I will start a new thread.

In the mean time, if others could express their interest in here or PM me, the more the better our chances are!

BEAM3R · 10-08-2015, 03:15 AM

That fitment looks perfect. Love that front end shot.

UR25IO · 10-08-2015, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BEAM3R

That fitment looks perfect. Love that front end shot.

you should see the rear wheel set up in person> You'll blow your load!! hahahahaha

BEAM3R · 10-08-2015, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UR25IO

Quote:

Originally Posted by BEAM3R

That fitment looks perfect. Love that front end shot.

you should see the rear wheel set up in person> You'll blow your load!! hahahahaha

Your exhaust did that already haha.

Chandon · 10-09-2015, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UR25IO

you should see the rear wheel set up in person> You'll blow your load!! hahahahaha

Quote:

Originally Posted by BEAM3R

Your exhaust did that already haha.

Thanks for the compliments!

Chandon · 10-09-2015, 06:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by totti84

Looks great! Who rolled your rear guards Brandon?

Sorry didn't see this post! Hills Eurohaus in Castle Hill did the guard rolling/pulling for me, definitely a nice job. If you look close enough you can see the rear guard is slightly pumped out - it helped a lot with fitting more aggressive offset/size wheels & tyres

hks200 · 10-10-2015, 05:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by totti84

I've already enquired about staggered 18" 1 series offsets.

Would anyone be interested in a potential group buy, say if we find 5 people wanting the above, maybe they will make them for us??

keen!

UR25IO · 10-11-2015, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BEAM3R

Your exhaust did that already haha.

LMFAO hahahha
Hey should bring your 1M out this Friday night for a meet and drive. Im pretty sure there is a few of us on here that are going.

Here the detail:

''Been a while since the last one, so Friday 16th October is the next event!

*MEET: Car Park opposite St Ives Max Brenner (235 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives NSW 2075

*MEET TIME: 7:45pm

*DEPART 8:30pm for Palm Beach''

Thony

Chandon · 10-12-2015, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UR25IO

LMFAO hahahha
Hey should bring your 1M out this Friday night for a meet and drive. Im pretty sure there is a few of us on here that are going.

Here the detail:

''Been a while since the last one, so Friday 16th October is the next event!

*MEET: Car Park opposite St Ives Max Brenner (235 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives NSW 2075

*MEET TIME: 7:45pm

*DEPART 8:30pm for Palm Beach''

Thony

10-04-2015, 06:46 AM	#1
Chandon Major 99 Rep 1,102 Posts Drives: 1M Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (1)	New Wheel Setup Hi, Just wanted to share my experience with these brand new GTC AFF-1 which were only very recently released as the first flow formed wheel from GTC. I ordered these wheels through Jason@EuroDivision down in Melbourne who offers great customer service and prices, as well as incredibly fast shipping which made for a very pleasant and smooth transaction (once again) As they are a very new wheel, they were not available in 1 series / E82 sizes and offsets, these particular wheels are 19x8.5 ET35 Front & 19x9.5 ET45 Rear - which makes for a very aggressive fitment on the E82 platform being a 3 series sized wheel setup. Initial thoughts: The first time I picked up the box I was extremely surprised at how light these wheels were. I believe they are weighted at 9KG a wheel, which is lighter than my previous 18 inch GTC-S (CSL style) wheels and these are 19 inch with a wider diameter. This makes them a whole lot lighter than the hefty OEM BMW wheels which is a big plus. The finish I opted for is "Space Graphite" (also available in gloss silver) - a light to medium grey in satin. The quality of the finish is awesome and really pops with the BSM! Fitment: Initially I did not want to opt for 19's as I thought they might look a little too large, I was pleasantly surprised at how good 19's actually suit the E82. The sizes are also a little aggressive for E82 which made me think it would rub insanely in both the front and rear, but much to my surprise, there is absolutely no rubbing at all - keep in mind I am fairly low (bilstein B14) with about half a finger gap in both front and rear, also rear guards rolled. I am running these with a 225/35/19 Front and 255/30/19 Rear Nitto Invo tyres which are a fair bit thinner than Michelins. With Michelins and rolled/pulled guards, you're bound to rub A LOT. Tyres are ever so slightly stretched, but gives the car a much more aggressive stance while not affecting function (too much). With this setup they sit VERY flush to the guards. Thanks to Euro Division I now have my car sitting on an awesome set of wheels which are unique (only 1 series to have them fitted I believe) and look plain awesome, received nothing but positive comments about them so far. Also thanks to Stuart@BMR again for fitting them and sorting out my suspension! Highly recommend both Euro Division and BMR for all your OEM and AM parts These are also available in 18x8 ET42 for those wanting a less aggressive fitment Here are some pictures: Last edited by Chandon; 10-28-2015 at 04:11 AM..
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