New pics - 19" (style 230) wheels on my e90 !!!

Butch · 02-27-2010, 09:09 AM

Update - I really wanted a cold air intake, but after looking at different versions, I decided I didn't want to fork out loads of cash (minimum £400), or have any issues with my insurance company. So I've ordered a standard replacement K&N drop in filter... and some MFD air scoops instead (all for less than £100) !

I think I've been bitten my the minor modding bug.

remmib · 02-27-2010, 11:46 AM

Looks so much better.

e-fer · 03-10-2010, 12:58 PM

I love the look of the 19” 230 style on the E90!

I'm thinking on buying a used set of 230 wheels from guy with a 335i coupe, any recommendation?

I have a 2007 E90 335i with sport package, would the offset work?... given the suspension is a tad lower on the sport, would it rub anywhere?

Thanks in advance for the comments…

hokie4life03 · 03-10-2010, 01:02 PM

Awesome choice on rims... they look VERY nice!!!

Tunna_uk · 03-10-2010, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Butch

Exhaust mod is just the unplug the cable in the boot mod, to keep the flap permanently open in both exhaust pipes.

do 325is have flaps

No rude comments please

willhollin · 03-10-2010, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tunna_uk

do 325is have flaps

No rude comments please

Yes 325i flaps look like these.

SiKkBaSs · 03-10-2010, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by willhollin

Yes 325i flaps look like these.

Will not click even if it's genuine.

a1reader · 03-10-2010, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by willhollin

Yes 325i flaps look like these.

You have to see this

Butch · 03-11-2010, 06:29 AM

e-fer - you will have no rubbing issues, they are made for our car. Just check very carefully for any hairline cracks and then keep checking the pressure regularly. Mine were from a 2yr old E92 and in mint condition, but I told the guy I would keep them in my garage for one week with correct pressure in and if they lost pressure I wanted my money back and he agreed, but haven't had any problems.

Tunna - not 100% but pretty sure you have got a flap in your exhaust, look in the pipe and see if you can see it, then do a search for golf tee mod, and you will find several methods, but easiest is just unclip the connector in the boot. 2 sec job and no problems or errors !

Will obviously has too much time on his hands to be taking pics like that !

delio13 · 03-11-2010, 11:28 AM

hey there!!! I have a2006 330i alpine white and am looking to get a new set of wheels I am debating between 230, M6 and 18s and 19s....anyhow how's the ride with the 19s. the car looks amazing with the new set of wheels your stock rims and mine are exactly the same... yeah just let me know....

thanks
rodel

acerboo · 03-11-2010, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SiKkBaSs

Will not click even if it's genuine.

DONT look!! i dont see how those flaps would make a difference to a 325 exhaust?

Butch · 03-11-2010, 01:42 PM

I had 17" rims with Continental RFT and now have 19" rims with Bridgestone RFT.

I feared the ride quality on 19" rims would be too harsh for my liking and so was considering 18" wheels. I got my wheels and tyres second hand so didn't choose the RFT tyres !!! Yes you can feel a little difference, slightly harder ride but not too bad - wife hasn't noticed any difference !

I do find myself avoiding pot holes a bit more as I don't want to crack the rims, especially since the recent bad whether here in UK. I hit one pretty hard last week, but no damage and no loss of pressure, so overall am very happy I went with 19s rather than 18s.

I looked in to this quite abit before I made my mind up - a few forum members said ride quality from 17 with RFT, to 19 with NON-RFT was even better. So deffo get 19's but go for Non Run Flats if you can.

cruvon · 09-12-2010, 06:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Butch

e-fer - you will have no rubbing issues, they are made for our car. Just check very carefully for any hairline cracks and then keep checking the pressure regularly. Mine were from a 2yr old E92 and in mint condition, but I told the guy I would keep them in my garage for one week with correct pressure in and if they lost pressure I wanted my money back and he agreed, but haven't had any problems.

Tunna - not 100% but pretty sure you have got a flap in your exhaust, look in the pipe and see if you can see it, then do a search for golf tee mod, and you will find several methods, but easiest is just unclip the connector in the boot. 2 sec job and no problems or errors !

Will obviously has too much time on his hands to be taking pics like that !

Cool wheels on your car, would they go well on a pre LCi e90 with standard suspension with no need for spacers et al?

lesfinnie · 09-12-2010, 06:55 AM

Very nice, and easy to clean

DavS1 · 09-12-2010, 07:37 AM

huge improvement!

I love my 355's

vblanche · 09-12-2010, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by UdubBadger

looks MUCH better

+1

TikoV · 09-12-2010, 09:25 AM

Nice one bud...good to see folk doing some tasteful mods

Research...Tere!!!

nunu1974 · 09-12-2010, 09:54 AM

sweet 355's

Butch · 09-12-2010, 10:57 AM

Yeah the 355's look cool too.
Don't really need spacers, but would help the wheels pop out a little more - eventually I would like to get some 12mm spacers in the rear.
You would imagine the wheels would be easy to clean... however because you can see behind the spokes, I find myself having to get behind the spokes and clean them on the inside too !!!

lesfinnie · 09-12-2010, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Butch

Yeah the 355's look cool too.
Don't really need spacers, but would help the wheels pop out a little more - eventually I would like to get some 12mm spacers in the rear.
You would imagine the wheels would be easy to clean... however because you can see behind the spokes, I find myself having to get behind the spokes and clean them on the inside too !!!

As you should Butch

peatzwaterman · 09-12-2010, 03:28 PM

Looks great!

nik_nak · 09-12-2010, 03:44 PM

Looking good there Butch, so what plans are next?

02-27-2010, 09:09 AM	#23
Butch Second Lieutenant 60 Rep 282 Posts Drives: E90 330i SE Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: South Yorkshire, UK. iTrader: (1) Garage List 2005 330i [0.00]	Update - I really wanted a cold air intake, but after looking at different versions, I decided I didn't want to fork out loads of cash (minimum £400), or have any issues with my insurance company. So I've ordered a standard replacement K&N drop in filter... and some MFD air scoops instead (all for less than £100) ! I think I've been bitten my the minor modding bug. __________________ BMW E90 (2005) 330i SE Auto - E90Post Stickers, Exhaust Mod, Private Plates, Debadged, 19" Style 230 wheels, Toyo Non-RFT, MFD Scoops, K&N, Black Calipers/Hubs, 35% Rear Window Tints, Black/White Roundels, BMW Splitters, Blacklines, 12mm Rear Spacers, BMWP Knob... Future Mods - Drop?
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03-10-2010, 12:58 PM	#25
e-fer New Member 4 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Sport, Jet Black Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Francisco Bay Area iTrader: (0)	style 230 on E90 335i sport I love the look of the 19” 230 style on the E90! I'm thinking on buying a used set of 230 wheels from guy with a 335i coupe, any recommendation? I have a 2007 E90 335i with sport package, would the offset work?... given the suspension is a tad lower on the sport, would it rub anywhere? Thanks in advance for the comments… __________________ 2007 335i / Jet Black / Aluminim Trim / 6MT / Navigation / Sport / Premium /
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03-11-2010, 06:29 AM	#31
Butch Second Lieutenant 60 Rep 282 Posts Drives: E90 330i SE Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: South Yorkshire, UK. iTrader: (1) Garage List 2005 330i [0.00]	e-fer - you will have no rubbing issues, they are made for our car. Just check very carefully for any hairline cracks and then keep checking the pressure regularly. Mine were from a 2yr old E92 and in mint condition, but I told the guy I would keep them in my garage for one week with correct pressure in and if they lost pressure I wanted my money back and he agreed, but haven't had any problems. Tunna - not 100% but pretty sure you have got a flap in your exhaust, look in the pipe and see if you can see it, then do a search for golf tee mod, and you will find several methods, but easiest is just unclip the connector in the boot. 2 sec job and no problems or errors ! Will obviously has too much time on his hands to be taking pics like that ! __________________ BMW E90 (2005) 330i SE Auto - E90Post Stickers, Exhaust Mod, Private Plates, Debadged, 19" Style 230 wheels, Toyo Non-RFT, MFD Scoops, K&N, Black Calipers/Hubs, 35% Rear Window Tints, Black/White Roundels, BMW Splitters, Blacklines, 12mm Rear Spacers, BMWP Knob... Future Mods - Drop?
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03-11-2010, 11:28 AM	#32
delio13 Private 9 Rep 83 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 35d Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: british coumbia iTrader: (0)	230 rims hey there!!! I have a2006 330i alpine white and am looking to get a new set of wheels I am debating between 230, M6 and 18s and 19s....anyhow how's the ride with the 19s. the car looks amazing with the new set of wheels your stock rims and mine are exactly the same... yeah just let me know.... thanks rodel
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03-11-2010, 01:42 PM	#34
Butch Second Lieutenant 60 Rep 282 Posts Drives: E90 330i SE Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: South Yorkshire, UK. iTrader: (1) Garage List 2005 330i [0.00]	I had 17" rims with Continental RFT and now have 19" rims with Bridgestone RFT. I feared the ride quality on 19" rims would be too harsh for my liking and so was considering 18" wheels. I got my wheels and tyres second hand so didn't choose the RFT tyres !!! Yes you can feel a little difference, slightly harder ride but not too bad - wife hasn't noticed any difference ! I do find myself avoiding pot holes a bit more as I don't want to crack the rims, especially since the recent bad whether here in UK. I hit one pretty hard last week, but no damage and no loss of pressure, so overall am very happy I went with 19s rather than 18s. I looked in to this quite abit before I made my mind up - a few forum members said ride quality from 17 with RFT, to 19 with NON-RFT was even better. So deffo get 19's but go for Non Run Flats if you can. __________________ BMW E90 (2005) 330i SE Auto - E90Post Stickers, Exhaust Mod, Private Plates, Debadged, 19" Style 230 wheels, Toyo Non-RFT, MFD Scoops, K&N, Black Calipers/Hubs, 35% Rear Window Tints, Black/White Roundels, BMW Splitters, Blacklines, 12mm Rear Spacers, BMWP Knob... Future Mods - Drop?
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09-12-2010, 06:55 AM	#36
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09-12-2010, 07:37 AM	#37
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09-12-2010, 09:25 AM	#39
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09-12-2010, 09:54 AM	#40
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09-12-2010, 10:57 AM	#41
Butch Second Lieutenant 60 Rep 282 Posts Drives: E90 330i SE Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: South Yorkshire, UK. iTrader: (1) Garage List 2005 330i [0.00]	Yeah the 355's look cool too. Don't really need spacers, but would help the wheels pop out a little more - eventually I would like to get some 12mm spacers in the rear. You would imagine the wheels would be easy to clean... however because you can see behind the spokes, I find myself having to get behind the spokes and clean them on the inside too !!! __________________ BMW E90 (2005) 330i SE Auto - E90Post Stickers, Exhaust Mod, Private Plates, Debadged, 19" Style 230 wheels, Toyo Non-RFT, MFD Scoops, K&N, Black Calipers/Hubs, 35% Rear Window Tints, Black/White Roundels, BMW Splitters, Blacklines, 12mm Rear Spacers, BMWP Knob... Future Mods - Drop?
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09-12-2010, 03:28 PM	#43
peatzwaterman Enlisted Member 2 Rep 38 Posts Drives: BMW 318d ES E90 2011 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NorthWest UK iTrader: (0)	Looks great!
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09-12-2010, 03:44 PM	#44
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