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MassBimmer · 11-05-2009, 01:24 PM

I like the V710's a lot...they might work the best too because I don't plan on lowering right away

Derek Zoolander · 11-05-2009, 01:39 PM

They're nice wheels, but there are so many options out there. Everyone has VMRs. Look around (outside of e90post vendors too) and decide what you really like.

TL · 11-05-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by MassBimmer

I like the V710's a lot...they might work the best too because I don't plan on lowering right away

+1

ibeclueless · 11-05-2009, 02:11 PM

Here is a picture of my car with Gunmetal V710s. The V710s are very nice wheels.

MassBimmer · 11-05-2009, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Derek Zoolander

They're nice wheels, but there are so many options out there. Everyone has VMRs. Look around (outside of e90post vendors too) and decide what you really like.

I've looked around a lot (so much so that I'm just finding the same wheels) and I keep coming back to these...they'll likely be the way to go

Derek Zoolander · 11-05-2009, 04:31 PM

For that price range new, they're probably your best bet. I just like original, interesting, and rare wheels.

Kev · 11-05-2009, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ibeclueless

Here is a picture of my car with Gunmetal V710s. The V710s are very nice wheels.

It's nice if you compared to other replica wheels, but they are worse than your stock rims in terms of quality. The 18" VB3 CSL replicas are indeed heavier than the OEM 19" CSL / ZCP rim in the same width (18X9.5 compared to 19X9.5)

TL · 11-06-2009, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Kev

It's nice if you compared to other replica wheels, but they are worse than your stock rims in terms of quality. The 18" VB3 CSL replicas are indeed heavier than the OEM 19" CSL / ZCP rim in the same width (18X9.5 compared to 19X9.5)

+1 on the VMRs but hey you get what you pay for. IMO the best replicas on the market is Alufelgen CS7

Derek Zoolander · 11-06-2009, 11:00 AM

Yeah, Tim's CS7s look great, spot on quality.

MassBimmer · 11-06-2009, 11:10 AM

I like the CS7's, just don't want 19's...I'm now also looking at the Forgestar F14's...a little more expensive than I was planning on but huge weight savings and a stronger wheel

Kev · 11-06-2009, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by MassBimmer

I like the CS7's, just don't want 19's...I'm now also looking at the Forgestar F14's...a little more expensive than I was planning on but huge weight savings and a stronger wheel

Hmm....... Two misconceptions:

1. Weight savings in sacrifice of load rating is BAD
2. Flow-formed cast is not always better. In fact, the construction method is only as good as how you designed the wheels.

You might want to read this first:

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showpos...2&postcount=11

I'd be very cautious with their 18" offerings. It's too good to be true.

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Originally Posted by TL

+1 on the VMRs but hey you get what you pay for. IMO the best replicas on the market is Alufelgen CS7

Alufelgen has been getting great reviews and I like their SF-71 design.

MassBimmer · 11-06-2009, 12:30 PM

Interesting, thanks for the info...

TL · 11-08-2009, 11:42 AM

traffic in NYC SUCKS!!!!!

jopa489 · 11-08-2009, 07:15 PM

Well, I spent today winterizing the vehicles. Washed and vacuumed my E90 and the F350 and put two coats of Collonite on each. Installed winter mats, swapped my wheels, and washed/waxed the summer wheels for storage.

Tired now.

Derek Zoolander · 11-09-2009, 11:08 AM

So someone effed with my car. I got 3 nice dirty footprints on my hood which left decent scratches (no dents).
Also got 2 scratches on my rear fender/bumper from a possible sideswipe.
Anyone got a buffer, or recommendation where to take it to to see if it can be buffed out?
I've had terrible luck with this car so far.

Kev · 11-09-2009, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Derek Zoolander

So someone effed with my car. I got 3 nice dirty footprints on my hood which left decent scratches (no dents).
Also got 2 scratches on my rear fender/bumper from a possible sideswipe.
Anyone got a buffer, or recommendation where to take it to to see if it can be buffed out?
I've had terrible luck with this car so far.

Wow, so many haters out there.

I would recommend giving Rick (rickrack) a call. He's in Wakefield and his work is TOP NOTCH!

DJKhan85 · 11-09-2009, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Derek Zoolander

So someone effed with my car. I got 3 nice dirty footprints on my hood which left decent scratches (no dents).
Also got 2 scratches on my rear fender/bumper from a possible sideswipe.
Anyone got a buffer, or recommendation where to take it to to see if it can be buffed out?
I've had terrible luck with this car so far.

That sucks bro. I have a Porter cable orbital but it won't do anything on this BMW paint. Give rick rack a call. He detialed my car and it came out awesome.

jopa489 · 11-09-2009, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by DJKhan85

That sucks bro. I have a Porter cable orbital but it won't do anything on this BMW paint. Give rick rack a call. He detialed my car and it came out awesome.

A PC 7424 can handle BMW paint just fine. Perhaps your pad/polish selection is off.

How deep are the scratches? If you can feel them with your nail, a polish isn't going to do much. Can you post up a pic or two?

I could probably take care of it for you, but my schedule is crazy right now. Just really busy all the time it seems.

But yeah, go see Rick at Unique Car Care if you want it done right. As someone with plenty of detailing experience on personal and friends/family cars, Rick is the only guy within 200mi that I would ever let touch my paint.

Derek Zoolander · 11-10-2009, 10:33 AM

Gahhh, I hate black. Looks so good clean, but I regret it now.

Town Fair Tire. Got an alignment for $49 (originally $89?). They didn't do camber, but great price for a quick job.
LOL @ my before specs:

Update on the suspension:
Started getting a little squeaky. I can only hear it with the windows down and when going slow over uneven pavement.
Solution: keep windows up

cyphr · 11-12-2009, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Derek Zoolander

Gahhh, I hate black. Looks so good clean, but I regret it now.

Town Fair Tire. Got an alignment for $49 (originally $89?). They didn't do camber, but great price for a quick job.
LOL @ my before specs:

Update on the suspension:
Started getting a little squeaky. I can only hear it with the windows down and when going slow over uneven pavement.
Solution: keep windows up

After measurements look pretty good from what I can see. Are you planning on running camber plates? The e92 benefits tremendously from increased camber in the front, not to mention you could probably get your caster up to 9+ which would give you a much better steering effect.

TL · 11-16-2009, 11:17 AM

sup everyone...just got back from vegas

TL · 11-16-2009, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Derek Zoolander

So someone effed with my car. I got 3 nice dirty footprints on my hood which left decent scratches (no dents).
Also got 2 scratches on my rear fender/bumper from a possible sideswipe.
Anyone got a buffer, or recommendation where to take it to to see if it can be buffed out?
I've had terrible luck with this car so far.

sorry to hear about the effing haters....i know how you're feeling as my trunk got dented within a month after i got my car and then scratched/scuffed up by the dealership car wash.

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Originally Posted by Derek Zoolander

Gahhh, I hate black. Looks so good clean, but I regret it now.

Town Fair Tire. Got an alignment for $49 (originally $89?). They didn't do camber, but great price for a quick job.
LOL @ my before specs:

Update on the suspension:
Started getting a little squeaky. I can only hear it with the windows down and when going slow over uneven pavement.
Solution: keep windows up

Black cars are soo high maintenance...

David told me the squeak can be fixed by wrapping the metal springs with rubber...the hard part is to find rubber that can fit it.

11-05-2009, 01:24 PM	#265
MassBimmer Major General 313 Rep 7,436 Posts Drives: 2023 i4 M50 Join Date: May 2009 Location: MA iTrader: (6) Garage List 2009 BMW [9.24]	I like the V710's a lot...they might work the best too because I don't plan on lowering right away
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Derek Zoolander Banned 95 Rep 1,873 Posts Drives: 09 E90 M-Sport Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Nashua, NH iTrader: (0)	They're nice wheels, but there are so many options out there. Everyone has VMRs. Look around (outside of e90post vendors too) and decide what you really like.
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ibeclueless What 142 Rep 9,325 Posts Drives: E92 328xi Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Quincy, MA iTrader: (1)	Here is a picture of my car with Gunmetal V710s. The V710s are very nice wheels. Attached Images
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Derek Zoolander Banned 95 Rep 1,873 Posts Drives: 09 E90 M-Sport Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Nashua, NH iTrader: (0)	So someone effed with my car. I got 3 nice dirty footprints on my hood which left decent scratches (no dents). Also got 2 scratches on my rear fender/bumper from a possible sideswipe. Anyone got a buffer, or recommendation where to take it to to see if it can be buffed out? I've had terrible luck with this car so far.
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Derek Zoolander Banned 95 Rep 1,873 Posts Drives: 09 E90 M-Sport Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Nashua, NH iTrader: (0)	Gahhh, I hate black. Looks so good clean, but I regret it now. Town Fair Tire. Got an alignment for $49 (originally $89?). They didn't do camber, but great price for a quick job. LOL @ my before specs: Update on the suspension: Started getting a little squeaky. I can only hear it with the windows down and when going slow over uneven pavement. Solution: keep windows up Last edited by Derek Zoolander; 11-10-2009 at 11:26 AM..
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