335i Cabrio

ebmwthusiast · 05-13-2007, 09:42 AM

I have a 335i Cabrio on order and would like to upgrade the standard 18" wheels to 19". I am thinking about upgrading to either BMW Star Spoke 230 or BMW 225M (the new one for the M Sport version). Moreover, do you think it will be better to upgrade the suspension to M Sport as well given that I will change the wheels to 19". Would the car become too stiff with M Sport suspension and 19" wheels at the same time?

Greatly appreciate your feedback and thoughts.

phantome46 · 05-14-2007, 02:59 PM

20" rims

6MTFTMFW · 05-14-2007, 03:11 PM

Since you're in HK, for the price of the stock 230/225M you could get an awesome set of Volk Racing wheels. They're lighter, stronger, arguably better looking.

Tropicool · 05-14-2007, 05:42 PM

yea, bmw wheels are a rip. they are heavy.

get the cheapest wheels u can on the car, sell them, and throw on something aftermarket.

get a nice set of BBS LM's or DPE. Youll be very happy, lots more options and better wheels.

cwn23 · 05-14-2007, 05:59 PM

Try to look into the star 179 also they are pretty hot on the cabrio also!!!!

ibd12nv · 05-15-2007, 12:07 AM

230s get them.

ebmwthusiast · 05-15-2007, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by panerai7

Since you're in HK, for the price of the stock 230/225M you could get an awesome set of Volk Racing wheels. They're lighter, stronger, arguably better looking.

Thanks for the input. What wheel model from Volk Racing would you recommend. Any website I can visit? Also is there is offset/spacing issue to deal with?

6MTFTMFW · 05-15-2007, 09:56 AM

The HK members will know better where to get them in your area, look them up here (multiple HK threads), however the wheels fit great, offsets are correct and fit flush. Look up CE28N, Progressiv ME, RE30 to start with. All are forged and come in various finishes to find the look you're looking for.

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ebmwthusiast Be Happy 6 Rep 90 Posts Drives: 2012 X6M Join Date: May 2007 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	335i Cabrio - which 19" wheel to choose I have a 335i Cabrio on order and would like to upgrade the standard 18" wheels to 19". I am thinking about upgrading to either BMW Star Spoke 230 or BMW 225M (the new one for the M Sport version). Moreover, do you think it will be better to upgrade the suspension to M Sport as well given that I will change the wheels to 19". Would the car become too stiff with M Sport suspension and 19" wheels at the same time? Greatly appreciate your feedback and thoughts.
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phantome46 Captain 113 Rep 934 Posts Drives: 2015 M4 Convertible - Sakhir Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Herts iTrader: (2)	20" rims
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6MTFTMFW First Lieutenant 84 Rep 392 Posts Drives: 2018 F30 340i 6MT Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: SE USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW 440i [0.00] 2018 BMW 340i [0.00]	Since you're in HK, for the price of the stock 230/225M you could get an awesome set of Volk Racing wheels. They're lighter, stronger, arguably better looking.
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Tropicool Major 115 Rep 1,439 Posts Drives: F80 SO M3 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Venice Beach iTrader: (0)	yea, bmw wheels are a rip. they are heavy. get the cheapest wheels u can on the car, sell them, and throw on something aftermarket. get a nice set of BBS LM's or DPE. Youll be very happy, lots more options and better wheels.
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cwn23 Major 23 Rep 1,142 Posts Drives: E92 Join Date: May 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Try to look into the star 179 also they are pretty hot on the cabrio also!!!!
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ibd12nv Chief Warrant Officer 4 53 Rep 726 Posts Drives: 335I, E46 M3, X5M Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Back in the US iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E90 335i [10.00]	230s get them.
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6MTFTMFW First Lieutenant 84 Rep 392 Posts Drives: 2018 F30 340i 6MT Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: SE USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW 440i [0.00] 2018 BMW 340i [0.00]	The HK members will know better where to get them in your area, look them up here (multiple HK threads), however the wheels fit great, offsets are correct and fit flush. Look up CE28N, Progressiv ME, RE30 to start with. All are forged and come in various finishes to find the look you're looking for.
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