Replika Wheels anyone?

CDNBimmer · 03-14-2013, 11:40 PM

Has anyone had or heard of experience with the Replika brand? Fastco appears to be the distributor. Their warranty looks ok (lifetime on the structural integrity, 1 year on clear coat and finish) and some reputable tire/wheel retailers sell them.

http://www.replika.ca/component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,54/lang,en/

I really like the look of the 220M wheels and these guys sell a set that will fit my e90 335i.

Any feedback would be appreciated.

ASPEC135i · 03-15-2013, 08:24 AM

The winter wheels I am currently using for my winter tires are from Replika. Not sure about strength (doubt they will be of high quality as at their price point, they are cast wheels for sure), but I know for a fact that they are HEAVY!

J02 335i · 03-19-2013, 07:17 PM

I have used many sets, they are great, nice finish, i do not find them heavy, great price.

project335i · 03-19-2013, 08:15 PM

Cheap and heavy you get what you pay for with wheels. You got warranty but I bet if you hit a pot hole and crack a rim you will have a hard time getting a replacement

997.3mtl · 03-19-2013, 09:05 PM

I had a set on my 2006 335xi for winter.
For the price point they are good.
I lost some positive steering sensation due to the weight and winter tire compound compared to higher end products.

My beyern ( I don't remember the spelling ) wheels cost more and the weight was similar plus they had a soft lip .. So overall I was not happy with that .. But Perfect fit.

I don't know if replika have all the certifications for testing ? Dotxx ..tuv etc.. .?

I was told Bmw wheels are crash tested and have higher tolerances for road hazards ? is this true I don't know ..but I never bent a car manufacturer wheel.. Even my turbo center lock RS spyders.. Perhaps plain luck..

ASPEC135i · 03-20-2013, 11:19 AM

^ GAH! I've noticed this for a while, but it seems in almost EVERY post of yours, you are able to somehow bend the topic on hand towards your 997.

STOP! I'm jealous already knowing I'm not in close reach of it financially seeing how I have other priorities before it at this age

997.3mtl · 03-21-2013, 12:18 AM

ok I will Try to stop

I like to put things in perspective from good to bad to my favorite. This is a E90 site and I love my 335xi .. I think it's the best car for the money and my needs.

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CDNBimmer Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 265 Posts Drives: 07 BMW 335i & 09 BMW 128i Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Has anyone had or heard of experience with the Replika brand? Fastco appears to be the distributor. Their warranty looks ok (lifetime on the structural integrity, 1 year on clear coat and finish) and some reputable tire/wheel retailers sell them. http://www.replika.ca/component/option,com_frontpage/Itemid,54/lang,en/ I really like the look of the 220M wheels and these guys sell a set that will fit my e90 335i. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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ASPEC135i Lieutenant 16 Rep 566 Posts Drives: sideways always Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: location, location iTrader: (0)	The winter wheels I am currently using for my winter tires are from Replika. Not sure about strength (doubt they will be of high quality as at their price point, they are cast wheels for sure), but I know for a fact that they are HEAVY!
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J02 335i Lieutenant Colonel 39 Rep 1,558 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Ontario iTrader: (1)	I have used many sets, they are great, nice finish, i do not find them heavy, great price. __________________ Sport pack, JB3, Dci, factory oil cooler, 18" M3 reps, Michelin PSS, painted trim, black grills, smoked side markers, LED plate lights, H&R coils, Borla catback
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project335i Banned 144 Rep 4,501 Posts Drives: Wide Load Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SAUGA iTrader: (6)	Cheap and heavy you get what you pay for with wheels. You got warranty but I bet if you hit a pot hole and crack a rim you will have a hard time getting a replacement
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997.3mtl New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 11 335 xi Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: mtl iTrader: (0)	I had a set on my 2006 335xi for winter. For the price point they are good. I lost some positive steering sensation due to the weight and winter tire compound compared to higher end products. My beyern ( I don't remember the spelling ) wheels cost more and the weight was similar plus they had a soft lip .. So overall I was not happy with that .. But Perfect fit. I don't know if replika have all the certifications for testing ? Dotxx ..tuv etc.. .? I was told Bmw wheels are crash tested and have higher tolerances for road hazards ? is this true I don't know ..but I never bent a car manufacturer wheel.. Even my turbo center lock RS spyders.. Perhaps plain luck..
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03-20-2013, 11:19 AM	#6
ASPEC135i Lieutenant 16 Rep 566 Posts Drives: sideways always Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: location, location iTrader: (0)	^ GAH! I've noticed this for a while, but it seems in almost EVERY post of yours, you are able to somehow bend the topic on hand towards your 997. STOP! I'm jealous already knowing I'm not in close reach of it financially seeing how I have other priorities before it at this age
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997.3mtl New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 11 335 xi Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: mtl iTrader: (0)	ok I will Try to stop I like to put things in perspective from good to bad to my favorite. This is a E90 site and I love my 335xi .. I think it's the best car for the money and my needs.
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