I want to replace the stock wheels on a 2007 335 coupe (or on a new 2010 model - I haven't decided between buying new or BMW certified pre-owned) with the M-style double spoke wheels. But finding a set is confusing. Some of the earlier M3s had 18x8s on the front and 18x9s on the back. Can I use these on a 2007 335 coupe? Secondly, are the OEM wheels forged? From the comments about people bending their wheels by hitting potholes I want to avoid buying aftermarket wheels that are not up to the OEM M3 quality. Finally, what are some of the best places to buy either OEM wheels or high quality copies?
Thanks for the suggestion. Can you be more specific. Not really familiar with this site and much of the site is written in "german". Thanks! Dmarque
Are you sure you visited the site recommended? Here are links to the wheels/tires for sale forums there: http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=111 http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=134
THanks for the direct connect. I just went to E 90 post and it was too general to find what you provided here. Thanks! Mark
E46 M3 wheels (18" or 19") 18's are cast, 19's are forged they weigh within .5 lbs Front Wheels: 18" x 8" -- Bolt Pattern = 5x120mm. Offset = ET47 Rear Wheels: 18" x 9" -- Bolt Pattern = 5x120mm. Offset = ET26 Front Wheels: 19" x 8" Offset = ET41 Rear Wheels: 19" x 9.5" Offset = ET27 18's will fit on the 335's (front is going to be towards the inside and not flush...spacers can help) 19's - you will need to roll the fenders on the rears to avoid rubbing Info is what I found searching the net so please don't quote me on it. If you do go with 18's, I have a set of 4 lying around that I'm selling. Hope this helps. Best regards.
So you'd rather bend a better quality wheel? Do not think for a second that that provides you with any significant protection against bent wheels. It is much more a matter of what you hit than what you hit it with. Almost every pothole hit that bends a 'cheap' wheel will also bend a good one. Larger wheels and lower profile tires present a greater danger of wheel damage, and you don't get very far away from those simple physical facts by using a better wheel.
