Help needed to pick the right wheel set

[Jez_zza]

I am looking for a new set of wheels but since the car is a leasing want to keep the existing tires which are under warranty. Tire specs on the 19" are 255/35 and 275/35 and stock alloys 19x9 and 19x10

I am keen on the 19" Vorsteiner VFF 103 however the specs don't match the stock alloys 19x9,5 and 19x10,5
Majority of the resellers advised that the stock would fit, yet Vorsteiner confirmed that tires would be too narrow and that I would need to run 275/30/19 in the front and a 305/30/19 for the rear

Baring in mind that keeping stock tires is my priority I would like to know what you guys think?
Would the tires look too stretched with this set up ? Would the car dynamic be impacted ?
Could you recommend other 19" alloys matching the wheels specs ?. i'm looking for lightweight if possible concave (below 3K). I have so far shortlisted
Vorsteiner VFF 103 (19x9,5 and 19x10,5) -- my preference
VMR 803 (19x9,5 and 19x9,5) - not 100% match to stock
Avant Garde M510 (19x9,5 and 19x9,5) - not 100% match to stock
Quantum 44 S4 (19x9 and 19x10) - match but cast
thanks in advance for your inputs

[AutoTalent]

Your OEM tires will fit on the VFF 103 but will look slightly stretched.

[Jez_zza]

Originally Posted by AutoTalent

Your OEM tires will fit on the VFF 103 but will look slightly stretched.

Thanks !

[babyboss]

post som pics on above choice of wheels ..

[Jez_zza]

Originally Posted by babyboss

post som pics on above choice of wheels ..

Sure

VorVorsteiner VFF 103 (19x9,5 and 19x10,5) -- my preference



VMR 803 (19x9,5 and 19x9,5) - not 100% match to stock



Avant Garde M510 (19x9,5 and 19x9,5) - not 100% match to stock / Cast



Quantum 44 S4 (19x9 and 19x10) - match but cast

[supremepower]

VFF103 will work on the stock tires no problem, wider tires are just recommended for the performance and looks

[vividracing]

Here's an example of the look of the OEM tire on a 9.5/10.5 we've done in the past for your reference. Mild stretch

[Jez_zza]

Originally Posted by vividracing

Here's an example of the look of the OEM tire on a 9.5/10.5 we've done in the past for your reference. Mild stretch

Thanks !
Doesn't look as bad as I thought

[e90-4aj]

what wheels are those??

[metrickid]

Originally Posted by e90-4aj

what wheels are those??

BC Forged RS43.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...0&postcount=22

[vividracing]

Did you end up getting the wheels?

[lsturbointeg]

Those Vf 103's is what I'd go with! What have u decided!

[kitw]

For a leased car, the best thing to do is to stick the stock wheels/tires into your garage by 5-6000 miles, that way you have them still there to turn in your car on. Then buy aftermarket wheels, tires and TPMS and sell them when you turn the car in. You get much of the value back, plus you don't need to buy tires again for the leased car.

Figure a set of PSS will last 20k+ and if you wait until 6-7k miles, you should make it pretty darn close to the end of the lease and still have tread left

[krishenv]

Bro why dont you try zito wheels ? They have the same design and i bet theyll fit perfectly without problems . Zs05s i believe they are .

[Jez_zza]

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

Those Vf 103's is what I'd go with! What have u decided!

I went with the VFF 103 in the end and getting them installed in a week or two with the KW H.A.S kit

[Jez_zza]

Originally Posted by kitw

For a leased car, the best thing to do is to stick the stock wheels/tires into your garage by 5-6000 miles, that way you have them still there to turn in your car on. Then buy aftermarket wheels, tires and TPMS and sell them when you turn the car in. You get much of the value back, plus you don't need to buy tires again for the leased car.

Figure a set of PSS will last 20k+ and if you wait until 6-7k miles, you should make it pretty darn close to the end of the lease and still have tread left

Thanks for the advise but the tires + car maintenance are covered by my lease contract. I already change the rear tires, free of charge
Anyway I have received the wheels this week but one is slightly damaged so I'm waiting to see if it can be replaced before doing the install.
If I don't like the look of the stretched tires, I will probably move the 275 rear tires at the front and purchase a set of 305s.

[Padfan9]

I don't love any of your choices. I had those same choices and knew I would never be fully happy. I waited and saved a little and got Klassen M52R mono block forged 19s and I couldn't be happier. They look and feel amazing! For the weight (19-20lbs) the look and the style, the price is very reasonable. The owner is awesome and a man of his word, very good to deal with and supreme power can get you a great deal. I would talk to them before making your decision. supremepower

[Padfan9]

Here are some pics. They have a TON of finishes and can do any custom size, offset and finish for you. Their center caps are super nice as well. Klässen iD | David

[Jez_zza]

Originally Posted by Padfan9

I don't love any of your choices. I had those same choices and knew I would never be fully happy. I waited and saved a little and got Klassen M52R mono block forged 19s and I couldn't be happier. They look and feel amazing! For the weight (19-20lbs) the look and the style, the price is very reasonable. The owner is awesome and a man of his word, very good to deal with and supreme power can get you a great deal. I would talk to them before making your decision. supremepower

Thanks for the honest feedback. I already made my decision and ordered and received the VFF.
The klassen are beautiful but outside my price range, like any other forged models.
Since I leave in Spain have to pay a 30% to cover the import duty tax so the Klassen would have cost me between 4 to 5k
Anyhow I'm happy with the decision as the finish goes well with my matte grey wrap and like you, I will have the red center caps and red calipers
By the way ... Great pics !