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      08-16-2007, 12:56 PM   #1
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08 e92 sports package dilemma (19 inch non run-flat vs. 18 inch run-flat)

Correct me if I’m wrong, but the 19-inch style 230 tires are non run-flats. I was thinking of getting rid of the run-flats for the 18’s and getting a set of PS2’s for my 08 e92, but now I have another option with the style 230’s coming to America. Since I would pay approx 1k for a set of 18 inch PS2’s anyway, why not jus get the style 230 19’s for 1k extra and call it a day. The only thing is that I bet the standard tires for the 230’s are not as good as PS2’s. Plus, I originally wanted to get rid of the run flats to achieve better ride quality/handling/grip, but by increasing the rim size and having lower profile tires may cause the car to ride as rough as the it would with the 18 inch run-flats and not necessarily have better grip/handling. U guys r the experts…help me out here…get the 18’s and buy a set of PS2’s or get the 19 inch 230’s?
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      08-16-2007, 01:00 PM   #2
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19's are runflat.
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hmm..didnt say it in the pdf with 08 prices/options...grrr...thx
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The 230's from the factory will have runflats from bridgestone.Im happy with them.
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no 19" option in the sports package for the 08 e93.. booo
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are these wheels that much better looking than the 18s?
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are these wheels that much better looking than the 18s?
look up at the chart.. 230 are the 19's
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230s look great, IMO, but the weight and price... I am thinking that we can do better.
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