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[hocks16]

I have a 2008 BMW 335i sedan base model.
The tires read 225/45/17R on front and back.
What are the things I need to consider when buying new wheels?
I was looking at the M3 wheels but keep reading that you need to do realignment etc. I want the handling and ride comfort to stay the way it is. I will not be driving this car in the snow. What are my options and easiest way to do this.

It would be awesome if someone wouldn't mind helping out me out as I would appreciate it greatly.


Thanks.

[JDLM]

I usually have my TPMS sensors rebuilt/checked and haven't ever had to have an alignment

[VaDuro]

Been working at this for a few weeks and the offset is the most important thing, on a stock 335 sedan, the offsets are different depending on the stance you are going for and the chassis which will differ from M3, e90 and e92 which is the coupe

Most poeple (including myslef) runa 9.5 rear wrapped in a 265-275/35 tire with a 235-245/40 front for the agressive look and the stock (sport model) stagger is 225/40/18 and 255/40/18 respectively.

As far as size the 19 is the most common for daily highway, nice flushed look for level streets, but then there are all road condtion drivers like myself that feel more confident with an 18.

I'd start with a 19 and know of a few members with some really good deals for lightly used tires in the above spec.

Then there is a squared (all four same size) fitment that you'll get more life out of an all season, but most z rated tires are summer tread anyway.

Hope this helps.

Wheels are a whole other animal but the reccomended for the 335i base is an offset of 35 front and 33 rear.

So the bottom line for your ride the safe reccomended fit is for stock setup (no springs,coils, big brakes, fender rolling)

Tires:
225-245/35-40/18-19" Front
225-275/30-40/18-19" Rear

Wheels:
8-9" Front
8-9.5" (Maybe 10")Rear

Hence most common 8.5 and 9.5 Staggered wheel.

Oh Yeah, the TPMS sensors will tell me if I have a underpressured tire, either tranfer from your exisitng set or lay out $200 for a new set. Will run without but lights and safety mechanisms will trigger (easily bypassed when disabling the Trraction control or the latest update with the JB 4 but we'll save that for later)

The pricing difference is pretty big between 18 and 19" setups - so learn the lingo and talk to the vendors on the forum

[bixler]

I just bought wheels for my 335xi, 19 x 8.5 front, 19 x 9.5 rear, I'd love to save some cash if you can point me in the direction of someone looking to sell some lightly used tires in the appropriate size.

Looking for;

235/35/19 and
265/30/19

Thanks

[cale39]

Originally Posted by DoingIT77

Been working at this for a few weeks and the offset is the most important thing, on a stock 335 sedan, the offsets are different depending on the stance you are going for and the chassis which will differ from M3, e90 and e92 which is the coupe

Most poeple (including myslef) runa 9.5 rear wrapped in a 265-275/35 tire with a 235-245/40 front for the agressive look and the stock (sport model) stagger is 225/40/18 and 255/40/18 respectively.

As far as size the 19 is the most common for daily highway, nice flushed look for level streets, but then there are all road condtion drivers like myself that feel more confident with an 18.

I'd start with a 19 and know of a few members with some really good deals for lightly used tires in the above spec.

Then there is a squared (all four same size) fitment that you'll get more life out of an all season, but most z rated tires are summer tread anyway.

Hope this helps.

Wheels are a whole other animal but the reccomended for the 335i base is an offset of 35 front and 33 rear.

So the bottom line for your ride the safe reccomended fit is for stock setup (no springs,coils, big brakes, fender rolling)

Tires:
225-245/35-40/18-19" Front
225-275/30-40/18-19" Rear

Wheels:
8-9" Front
8-9.5" (Maybe 10")Rear

Hence most common 8.5 and 9.5 Staggered wheel.

Oh Yeah, the TPMS sensors will tell me if I have a underpressured tire, either tranfer from your exisitng set or lay out $200 for a new set. Will run without but lights and safety mechanisms will trigger (easily bypassed when disabling the Trraction control or the latest update with the JB 4 but we'll save that for later)

The pricing difference is pretty big between 18 and 19" setups - so learn the lingo and talk to the vendors on the forum

This is very helpful thanks

[AcidMal]

Yes thank you that was actually really helpful for me as well.
If you don't mind the slight thread jack can you recommend the most popular setups for an m sport lci e92?

I am not sure I understand all the different combinations of things.

[pinoye90]

Originally Posted by bixler

I just bought wheels for my 335xi, 19 x 8.5 front, 19 x 9.5 rear, I'd love to save some cash if you can point me in the direction of someone looking to sell some lightly used tires in the appropriate size.

Looking for;

235/35/19 and
265/30/19

Thanks

I'm running the same setup on my 07 e90 328i with sports package, I love it no rubbing issues at all with LEmans st8 and evo 2 tires

[VaDuro]

Originally Posted by bixler

I just bought wheels for my 335xi, 19 x 8.5 front, 19 x 9.5 rear, I'd love to save some cash if you can point me in the direction of someone looking to sell some lightly used tires in the appropriate size.

Looking for;

235/35/19 and
265/30/19

Thanks

If you want to save a few bucks new, 1010tires.com offers a brand called Achilles. $500-600 new shipped.

hear good things, but if you want to keep the weght to a minimum Continental DW(s)All - season high performance is 22 lbs. is the way to go

Keep the weight down it helps gas mileage, performance and weight distribution. I am going with a roll forged apex and conti DWS wheels in an 18 . 42lbs compared to a 52 lb stock and runflat and a custom 19 goes a long way.. Don't forget the other reason you bought a BMW, performance