M3 Replica Group Buy

mjovic · 03-24-2009, 11:28 AM

Okay, guys, I contacted the distributor of the M3 replica wheel as mounted and tested by M3R1 (thanks M3R1!). You can see the original thread here: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=241592

Here was their response:

Hello,
Thanks for the pics..
When ordering 10 sets of wheels,I could offer you 15% discount.
These are german wheels produced by TAM in germany.
Pick-up of the wheels should be arranged by youself as we do not ship ourselves to US.
Best regards,

CHRISTOPHE MERLEVEDE

MLV BANDEN BVBA
ENGELSTRAAT 10
8970 POPERINGE
BELGIE-BELGIQUE

TEL: 0032 57337161
FAX: 0032 57332967
BTW: BE0882320017

www.mlv.be

I sent a second email to confirm pricing on a set of 4 wheels 18x8f and 18x9r only. I will post it once I get a response and then we can start a list for the group buy.

15% off of a set with Goodyear F1 Assymetrics would be $1,532 + shipping. If anyone knows of a cheap way to get these wheels over here please chime in. I know for me and probably many others shipping may be the deal-breaker.

M3R1 · 03-24-2009, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjovic

Okay, guys, I contacted the distributor of the M3 replica wheel as mounted and tested by M3R1 (thanks M3R1!). You can see the original thread here: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=241592

Here was their response:

Hello,
Thanks for the pics..
When ordering 10 sets of wheels,I could offer you 15% discount.
These are german wheels produced by TAM in germany.
Pick-up of the wheels should be arranged by youself as we do not ship ourselves to US.
Best regards,

CHRISTOPHE MERLEVEDE

MLV BANDEN BVBA
ENGELSTRAAT 10
8970 POPERINGE
BELGIE-BELGIQUE

TEL: 0032 57337161
FAX: 0032 57332967
BTW: BE0882320017

www.mlv.be

I sent a second email to confirm pricing on a set of 4 wheels 18x8f and 18x9r only. I will post it once I get a response and then we can start a list for the group buy.

15% off of a set with Goodyear F1 Assymetrics would be $1,532 + shipping. If anyone knows of a cheap way to get these wheels over here please chime in. I know for me and probably many others shipping may be the deal-breaker.

I like these so much I might buy a second set...

Just to let you all know, I just called FedEx and arranged for the pick up. Christophe e-mailed me through the entire process...

mjovic · 03-24-2009, 12:16 PM

Here is the update:

2 x 18x8"
2 x 18x9"

645 Euros ($875)
-15% Discount
548 Euros ($743) + shipping!

Christophe did mention that the 18x8" wheels are out of stock, but will be expecting new delivery in 3 weeks.

SO now it comes down to shipping. If anyone can get a deal on shipping for us please help out 1er community!

liquord · 03-24-2009, 12:19 PM

+1

135iUSN · 03-24-2009, 04:56 PM

anyone running these on the 1er...how are they???

Goodyear F1 Assymetrics

cagekicker · 03-24-2009, 05:26 PM

nice!

Kris · 03-24-2009, 05:27 PM

Whats the offsets?

gtaday51 · 03-24-2009, 05:28 PM

Wow that is very tempting. Too bad M3R1 lives in the tristate area. (I would hate to be wearing the same wheels as someone else at a meet) But then again I am very shallow.

Although $743 is a very tempting price.

mjovic · 03-24-2009, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kris

Whats the offsets?

According to M3R1 "they are 18 x 8 et40 front & 18 x 9 et 43 rear. They weigh about 22 & 24 lbs respectively."

To me this is perfect as it will push the wheels out 15mm toward the edge of the fender AND you will gain an additional 3mm of clearance for both wheels!

ulrichd · 03-24-2009, 06:12 PM

These are the same guys that have the M6 reps in 8/9x18. They never responded to my email.
http://www.mlv.be/Wheels/38/Offer/90

M3R1 · 03-24-2009, 06:18 PM

I will take another set for sure, and I work with a guy that wants a set, he has a 128i. I will arrange for my own shipping though...

135iUSN · 03-25-2009, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ulrichd

These are the same guys that have the M6 reps in 8/9x18. They never responded to my email.
http://www.mlv.be/Wheels/38/Offer/90

yes and they responded to mine last week - took a bout 2 days to get response.

M3R1 · 03-25-2009, 06:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 135iUSN

yes and they responded to mine last week - took a bout 2 days to get response.

I think they are 5-6 hours ahead, in NJ that is...

135iUSN · 03-25-2009, 06:51 AM

yes, agree, until we change the time on Sunday, the it will be back to 6 hr difference for east coast time...

gtaday51 · 03-25-2009, 08:53 AM

Ok I guess I need to ask this. Do we know anything about this company? Do they make good wheels? I don't want to get what I pay for if you know what I mean. I'm just afraid of the quality for $750.

135iUSN · 03-25-2009, 10:03 AM

well, they are about 4 hours from me and I almost drove there last weekend. They have lots of customers pics on their web site. So, it seems they have good stock turn.

M3R1 is the best to speak about the quality of the rims.. since he has a set. I love them but would prefer they match the 1er fitment exact and from what I read they don't.

I would love them on a white vert

gtaday51 · 03-25-2009, 10:09 AM

Can this group buy extend to the M6 rep? Style 122. Those I love soooo much.

M3R1 · 03-25-2009, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtaday51

Wow that is very tempting. Too bad M3R1 lives in the tristate area. (I would hate to be wearing the same wheels as someone else at a meet) But then again I am very shallow.

Although $743 is a very tempting price.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtaday51

Ok I guess I need to ask this. Do we know anything about this company? Do they make good wheels? I don't want to get what I pay for if you know what I mean. I'm just afraid of the quality for $750.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtaday51

Can this group buy extend to the M6 rep? Style 122. Those I love soooo much.

You definately need M6 reps...

This GB only pertains to those who do not live near me...

gtaday51 · 03-25-2009, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M3R1

You definately need M6 reps...

This GB only pertains to those who do not live near me...

Thanks for saying that. Takes this price out of my mind. Could we get M6 reps into this GB. Like 9 M3 reps and 1 M6 rep?

mjovic · 03-25-2009, 04:50 PM

Regarding quality I'm afraid all we have to go off of are images and first-hand review from M3R1.

I will ask about the M6 reps.

gtaday51 · 03-25-2009, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjovic

Regarding quality I'm afraid all we have to go off of are images and first-hand review from M3R1.

I will ask about the M6 reps.

I know people who have bought $800 wheels for their sports cars and had them crack and break within a few months...that what i'm worried about. I might just pay a bit more and get 313s or 269s...I just can't decide, their both so nice!

M3R1 · 03-25-2009, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjovic

Regarding quality I'm afraid all we have to go off of are images and first-hand review from M3R1.

I will ask about the M6 reps.

I cannot speak to the quality is of construction, I'll take another set though...

03-24-2009, 11:28 AM	#1
mjovic Lieutenant 45 Rep 457 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bolingbrook, IL iTrader: (1)	M3 Replica Group Buy Okay, guys, I contacted the distributor of the M3 replica wheel as mounted and tested by M3R1 (thanks M3R1!). You can see the original thread here: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=241592 Here was their response: Hello, Thanks for the pics.. When ordering 10 sets of wheels,I could offer you 15% discount. These are german wheels produced by TAM in germany. Pick-up of the wheels should be arranged by youself as we do not ship ourselves to US. Best regards, CHRISTOPHE MERLEVEDE MLV BANDEN BVBA ENGELSTRAAT 10 8970 POPERINGE BELGIE-BELGIQUE TEL: 0032 57337161 FAX: 0032 57332967 BTW: BE0882320017 www.mlv.be I sent a second email to confirm pricing on a set of 4 wheels 18x8f and 18x9r only. I will post it once I get a response and then we can start a list for the group buy. 15% off of a set with Goodyear F1 Assymetrics would be $1,532 + shipping. If anyone knows of a cheap way to get these wheels over here please chime in. I know for me and probably many others shipping may be the deal-breaker.
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mjovic Lieutenant 45 Rep 457 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bolingbrook, IL iTrader: (1)	Here is the update: 2 x 18x8" 2 x 18x9" 645 Euros ($875) -15% Discount 548 Euros ($743) + shipping! Christophe did mention that the 18x8" wheels are out of stock, but will be expecting new delivery in 3 weeks. SO now it comes down to shipping. If anyone can get a deal on shipping for us please help out 1er community!
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gtaday51 gone but not forgotten 35 Rep 985 Posts Drives: gone 135 - Hello 1M! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: The Big Apple iTrader: (0)	Wow that is very tempting. Too bad M3R1 lives in the tristate area. (I would hate to be wearing the same wheels as someone else at a meet) But then again I am very shallow. Although $743 is a very tempting price. __________________ Our Lady of Blessed Acceleration don't fail me now. Last edited by gtaday51; 03-24-2009 at 05:38 PM.. Reason: Awesome Price
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ulrichd Colonel 210 Rep 2,233 Posts Drives: 128i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (6)	These are the same guys that have the M6 reps in 8/9x18. They never responded to my email. http://www.mlv.be/Wheels/38/Offer/90
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gtaday51 gone but not forgotten 35 Rep 985 Posts Drives: gone 135 - Hello 1M! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: The Big Apple iTrader: (0)	Ok I guess I need to ask this. Do we know anything about this company? Do they make good wheels? I don't want to get what I pay for if you know what I mean. I'm just afraid of the quality for $750. __________________ Our Lady of Blessed Acceleration don't fail me now.
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135iUSN 19 X5 1998 M Roadster 64 Rep 1,503 Posts Drives: 135i Alpine White / Terra Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: SW Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 1998 BMW M Roadster [0.00] 2009 135i [0.00]	well, they are about 4 hours from me and I almost drove there last weekend. They have lots of customers pics on their web site. So, it seems they have good stock turn. M3R1 is the best to speak about the quality of the rims.. since he has a set. I love them but would prefer they match the 1er fitment exact and from what I read they don't. I would love them on a white vert __________________ '09 135i Dinan In BMW heaven 09.28.2022 - Stage 2/Alpine White w/Terracotta /High Gloss Black Trim/ZCW/ZPP/ZSP w/313's /CA/PDC/Steptronic/
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gtaday51 gone but not forgotten 35 Rep 985 Posts Drives: gone 135 - Hello 1M! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: The Big Apple iTrader: (0)	Can this group buy extend to the M6 rep? Style 122. Those I love soooo much. __________________ Our Lady of Blessed Acceleration don't fail me now.
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mjovic Lieutenant 45 Rep 457 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bolingbrook, IL iTrader: (1)	Regarding quality I'm afraid all we have to go off of are images and first-hand review from M3R1. I will ask about the M6 reps.
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