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[dnel29]

(I looked throughout the Wheels and Tires sections and the FAQ's but couldn't find the answer I was looking for.)

Bought a 2008 128i a few years ago and have to replace the tires. I have the sport package and 18" (Staggered) wheels. Right now they are running stock sizes.

FT: 215/40r18
RT: 245/35r18

I was wondering if i could go with the below heights without any rubbing issues.
FT: 215/45r18
RT: 245/40r18

[John_01]

I haven't seen that used, but locally there are some E82s running:
F: 225/40/18
R: 245/40/18

[dnel29]

Thanks!

[dnel29]

Originally Posted by John_01

I haven't seen that used, but locally there are some E82s running:
F: 225/40/18
R: 245/40/18

Just bought

F: 215/40/18
R: 245/40/18

I will post pictures once they are mounted and installed. Excited to get rid of a bit of the wheel gap in the back.

[dnel29]

Fitment of the rears are great. (Front were stock size)


Takes away quite a bit of the wheel gap and no rubbing.

[John_01]

Glad it worked out.

[dandandan]

Just to add to this thread for future folks googling:

In the rear I went from a very harsh ride - star bmw MPSS 245/35r18 on a 9.5j rim (ET44), to PS4S tires in 245/40r18 on the same rims. Stock M-sport suspension.

The difference in ride quality is very noticeable. Less crashy feeling on bad roads and still lots of grip and confidence on hard turns. No rubbing from what I can tell so far.

With the slightly stretched size on my 9.5j rims the taller tires really compensate and make the rears a lot less harsh. This could also be the compound differences but I'm loving the change so far!