Newb need help! 17" opinions

RLighty · 08-21-2013, 08:28 AM

Looking at these at the moment, seriously considering purchasing and getting sprayed black:
http://www.bmautosport.co.uk/showroo...-51_154_25_202

Whats your thoughts on them? Either or...
Main concern is them in 17inches, as opposed to 18's or 19's. I would prefer to go bigger but recently in the last year I have had to buy all new run flats, which weren't cheap and to be honest I dont want to blow a load of cash to replace with larger ones (as there were very costly!!).

If I do get in 17" I will lower with Eibach Pro Kit and space out like 12/15mm

Whatcha think?

TheSt|G · 08-21-2013, 11:53 AM

To preface everything, ditch the run flats. Worst stock feature of the car.

I think 17s are fantastic on the 1 series. I run them, my particular set clears everything well, and it improves every performance and comfort aspect of the car, even if they are the same weight.

No idea on those wheels in particular, but I would look elsewhere as I have no idea what that brand is. Generally that would mean China.

*Edit* Minor Googling yields that they are indeed made in China now.

ulrichd · 08-21-2013, 01:34 PM

If budget is a concern check out the wheel/tire section in the FS forum. I think the 17" wheels from the 128 Sport look pretty good and you might find a used set.

TheSt|G · 08-21-2013, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ulrichd

If budget is a concern check out the wheel/tire section in the FS forum. I think the 17" wheels from the 128 Sport look pretty good and you might find a used set.

That would a good choice in terms of strength.

RLighty · 08-22-2013, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheSt|G

To preface everything, ditch the run flats. Worst stock feature of the car.

I think 17s are fantastic on the 1 series. I run them, my particular set clears everything well, and it improves every performance and comfort aspect of the car, even if they are the same weight.

No idea on those wheels in particular, but I would look elsewhere as I have no idea what that brand is. Generally that would mean China.

*Edit* Minor Googling yields that they are indeed made in China now.

China made wheels are a no go then?

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RLighty Enlisted Member 6 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 120D SE Coupe Join Date: May 2012 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0)	Newb need help! 17" opinions Looking at these at the moment, seriously considering purchasing and getting sprayed black: http://www.bmautosport.co.uk/showroo...-51_154_25_202 Whats your thoughts on them? Either or... Main concern is them in 17inches, as opposed to 18's or 19's. I would prefer to go bigger but recently in the last year I have had to buy all new run flats, which weren't cheap and to be honest I dont want to blow a load of cash to replace with larger ones (as there were very costly!!). If I do get in 17" I will lower with Eibach Pro Kit and space out like 12/15mm Whatcha think?
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TheSt\|G Resident Tamed Racing Driver 298 Rep 4,697 Posts Drives: 911, 130is, E39 M5, E36 M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Outside Philly iTrader: (2)	To preface everything, ditch the run flats. Worst stock feature of the car. I think 17s are fantastic on the 1 series. I run them, my particular set clears everything well, and it improves every performance and comfort aspect of the car, even if they are the same weight. No idea on those wheels in particular, but I would look elsewhere as I have no idea what that brand is. Generally that would mean China. Edit Minor Googling yields that they are indeed made in China now. __________________ 2005 E46 M3 Interlagos/Cinnamon with Sunroof Delete
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ulrichd Colonel 210 Rep 2,233 Posts Drives: 128i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (6)	If budget is a concern check out the wheel/tire section in the FS forum. I think the 17" wheels from the 128 Sport look pretty good and you might find a used set.
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