[Guvernator]

Originally Posted by 335iLondon

I really couldn't see myself paying more that 800 quid for a set of reps.

Agreed, too much more than that and the price gap gets to a point where a set of proper BBS CH wheels starts to become more attractive. Yes they are a bit more but at least they are proper quality forged wheels from a very reputable brand rather than replica's and you can buy them in the UK.

[Tak1986]

Originally Posted by Guvernator

Agreed, too much more than that and the price gap gets to a point where a set of proper BBS CH wheels starts to become more attractive. Yes they are a bit more but at least they are proper quality forged wheels from a very reputable brand rather than replica's and you can buy them in the UK.

And BBS always provide great packaging, and the residue values always good

[m1bjr]

The quality of the Alufelgens is really very good.

But the way they totally dodge the issue of offering up the paint code speaks volumes about the aftercare. None.

[RagingKileak]

Hmmm, I'm pretty sure BBS as we know them went bust years ago. You may find wheels claiming to be BBS and/or using BBS casts - but they won't be BBS as they were in 1997.

That said, I'd probably buy a set of wheels made from melted down milk bottle tops and painted by local gypsy's than participate in whatever this thread is about. Ive been waiting and waiting for it to ACTUALLY become a group buy, but it just isn't.

I COULD go to America with my family, buy these wheels and put one in each of their suitcases before flying back to save on postage. Would that be a group buy? No. It would be a stupid plan - and for that reason, I'm out!!

Matt

[ALUFELGEN]

Originally Posted by 335i_jeff

To defend Alufelgen a bit I bought some of these for my previous 335i at the first group buy and was impressed with the communication and with the overall service.

Admittedly I had no problems (which in all honesty is the only time you actually find out how good customer service is) but the quality and finish of the wheels was really good and massively improve the look of the car



I'd be interested in a silver set in E92 M3 fitment for my new car if the price was right

Thank you for the feedback! We have the SF-71 in 19" in Silver available for the E92 M3.

Originally Posted by Guvernator

So after all that, can I ask a few questions for myself and anyone else who may still be interested in these wheels?

1) Is this group buy still on?
2) What will the total cost be including wheels+shipping+vat+import duties+customs handling costs?
3) Is delivery to the door, if not where will they be shipped to?
4) Alternatively when do you expect the UK distributor to be setup so that we can buy these wheels in the UK and not have to worry about all of the above.
5) What price will these wheels be available for from a distributor in the UK?


Thanks

1. Yes. I`m posting all the GB details in a few.
2. I`ll include that in the details.
3. I`ll include that in the details.
4. We are currently working with 3 UK retailers. As of now we do not have a concrete ETA.
5. That is up to the UK distributor to determine. You can, however, expect the prices to be about US$200-400 more than the cost of importing them yourself.

Originally Posted by Guvernator

Agreed, too much more than that and the price gap gets to a point where a set of proper BBS CH wheels starts to become more attractive. Yes they are a bit more but at least they are proper quality forged wheels from a very reputable brand rather than replica's and you can buy them in the UK.

The wheels in the US are $999 which is about $640 quid. You can expect the price to be over $800 quid after freight, import duties, VAT, etc have been accounted for if purchased separately. We are trying to offer the wheels for as low as possible.

The BBS CH are not forged. They are low-pressure cast, same as the ALUFELGENs.

Originally Posted by m1bjr

The quality of the Alufelgens is really very good.

But the way they totally dodge the issue of offering up the paint code speaks volumes about the aftercare. None.

Thank you! I`m very glad to hear you are satisfied with our product quality.

As I have previously mention, we will have touch up paint available with our next batch.

[ALUFELGEN]

I`m working on all the GB details. I`ll post them on the thread in a few minutes.

[Cyprio]

Can't argue with that!

[vivekk]

This thread has now moved here, where Matt at Alufelgen has set up a new GB thread.

Viv