Wheel 230 Pt. II

Budfox27 · 02-10-2008, 09:45 PM

What are the feelings on this wheel design? I like that it is not offered in the US, so is a little unique. Thanks.

Kev · 02-10-2008, 09:48 PM

It IS offered in the US. Tischer is holding a giveaway of a set of 230s.

Budfox27 · 02-10-2008, 09:48 PM

I meant not when you order the car.

o98eclipse · 02-10-2008, 09:52 PM

It is available when you order the car. I think it's $1000 more MSRP. $900 invoice.

Budfox27 · 02-10-2008, 09:54 PM

Ok, fine! What do you guys think of the design?

Kev · 02-10-2008, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Budfox27

Ok, fine! What do you guys think of the design?

good old, 5-spoke star design, practical, but need some nice BBK or at least rotors to set them off.

Oz · 02-10-2008, 10:08 PM

I love the design and would like to get these wheels as my summer setup but it might be too costly. How much these wheels would run with RFT tires?

Pimp Star · 02-10-2008, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Kev

good old, 5-spoke star design, practical, but need some nice BBK or at least rotors to set them off.

+1

The rims look great, but, you need to get better brakes to complete the look, oh, and a drop.

So, these $1,000 rims will end up costing you $2-3k

And, remember, you'll have to get a set of non run-flat tires.

slubu · 02-10-2008, 10:15 PM

what? seriously? i was just gonna order them

IM2C · 02-10-2008, 10:19 PM

Great wheels.

nhhiep · 02-10-2008, 10:25 PM

it looks great. better than 162s(what i have now) or 189s. However, RFTs must be so expensive at that size. $900 invoice is good deal in my book

Oz · 02-10-2008, 10:28 PM

I checked tirerack for 19" RFT tires but they do not have any avalaible. I might consider getting these wheels from Tischer BMW for 1500 but how much would RFT tires cost? This might also be a noob question but would i need TPMS for these tires on my e90 sedan?

nhhiep · 02-10-2008, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Oz

I checked tirerack for 19" RFT tires but they do not have any avalaible. I might consider getting these wheels from Tischer BMW for 1500 but how much would RFT tires cost? This might also be a noob question but would i need TPMS for these tires on my e90 sedan?

if your e90 is 325/330, then you don't need it. since they use different technology(ABS sensors) to measure tire pressure. I have 162s on my 325i now, when I replace those tires, I will take the TPMS out and sell it. they go for like 100 something cash in here.

CaptChaos · 02-10-2008, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Oz

I checked tirerack for 19" RFT tires but they do not have any avalaible. I might consider getting these wheels from Tischer BMW for 1500 but how much would RFT tires cost? This might also be a noob question but would i need TPMS for these tires on my e90 sedan?

Tirerack does have the OEM Bridgestone RE050A's to fit on the 230's. $315 for the fronts (225/35/19) and $344 for the rears (255/30/19).

franciscosss · 02-10-2008, 10:39 PM

Looks Porsche-ish. Not my fave.

Oz · 02-10-2008, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by CaptChaos

Tirerack does have the OEM Bridgestone RE050A's to fit on the 230's. $315 for the fronts (225/35/19) and $344 for the rears (255/30/19).

Thanks! Tirerack won't list them unless you search for it. I read the reviews on that tires and they mention that they are very noisy.

I don't think I want wheels that are very noisy and give a harsh ride. Is this a common problem with most 19" wheels?

I am probably better of getting regular 19" tires with these wheels. Would you guys recommend a certain brand? And how would be the ride quality compared to 17" winter tires?

BMWGator · 02-10-2008, 10:49 PM

They look ok. Not really distinctive, though.

E90330iS · 02-10-2008, 11:00 PM

They look great!

Kev · 02-10-2008, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Oz

Thanks! Tirerack won't list them unless you search for it. I read the reviews on that tires and they mention that they are very noisy.

I don't think I want wheels that are very noisy and give a harsh ride. Is this a common problem with most 19" wheels?

I am probably better of getting regular 19" tires with these wheels. Would you guys recommend a certain brand? And how would be the ride quality compared to 17" winter tires?

It's mostly a problem with the tires, not the wheels. The runflats have very stiff sidewalls which make the ride harsh. In general, when you go up in wheel size, you can expect a harsher ride. However, if you switch from 18" RFT to 19" non-RFTs, you might acutally find that the 19" rides better than the 18"

Oz · 02-10-2008, 11:09 PM

I am considering a type 230/non rft tire setup but would I have a fitment/rubbing issue with my non sport 330i? I don't plan on lowering the car or getting sport springs. I want to get a summer performance tire and most important thing for me is ride quality. What type of non rft tires would you guys suggest?

Kev · 02-10-2008, 11:15 PM

No, rubbing shouldn't be an issue. The only problem is your car might look lifted.

arabbmw · 02-10-2008, 11:23 PM

they look pretty boring to me.

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Budfox27 First Lieutenant 35 Rep 376 Posts Drives: 2011 Blue Onyx 335is Join Date: May 2007 Location: Tulsa, Ok iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Ok, fine! What do you guys think of the design?
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nhhiep Captain 88 Rep 863 Posts Drives: bmw Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	it looks great. better than 162s(what i have now) or 189s. However, RFTs must be so expensive at that size. $900 invoice is good deal in my book
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Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I checked tirerack for 19" RFT tires but they do not have any avalaible. I might consider getting these wheels from Tischer BMW for 1500 but how much would RFT tires cost? This might also be a noob question but would i need TPMS for these tires on my e90 sedan? __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter
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Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I am considering a type 230/non rft tire setup but would I have a fitment/rubbing issue with my non sport 330i? I don't plan on lowering the car or getting sport springs. I want to get a summer performance tire and most important thing for me is ride quality. What type of non rft tires would you guys suggest? __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter Last edited by Oz; 02-10-2008 at 11:10 PM.. Reason: More Info
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Kev Critical Care Anesthesiologist 481 Rep 8,828 Posts Drives: SMB F83 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (24) Garage List 2009 Porsche 911 Ca ... [9.50]	No, rubbing shouldn't be an issue. The only problem is your car might look lifted. __________________ kev { divinum est sedate dolorem } "your friendly neighborhood critical care anesthesiologist"
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arabbmw Lieutenant 17 Rep 548 Posts Drives: 335i coupe Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: G hills iTrader: (2)	they look pretty boring to me.
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