BMW E90 320 Rim Need Advice

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Hello All,

I just joined this forum, just bought an E90 320i, just start to look into cars, just everything basically and yes I admit I am a noob :). I had not much interest in cars previously but after getting an E90 I am totally clueless on what needs to be done. LOL.

I need advice because I can tell obviously that my stock standard 16inch rims on the 320 looks totally ugly even my dog would not want to pee on it.

I researched a little on rims around the market and found out that I really like the bmw 162s 18 inch. I want to find out:

1. Can my puny 320 inline 4 take the 18 inch rims?
2. I don't want a harsh ride so what profile tyres should I go for
3. How much approx. reduction in power if I stick on these 18 inchers?
4. Also, are these very heavy rims?

Please advise.. thank you all the bmw sifu.
 
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1. Can my puny 320 inline 4 take the 18 inch rims?
ans. of course it can...no problemo

2. I don't want a harsh ride so what profile tyres should I go for
ans. 18 in ride is still quite comfortable, don't you worry much. You are driving a bimmer, not the first model Proton Saga

3. How much approx. reduction in power if I stick on these 18 inchers?
ans. You will lose a bit on the pick up and braking but u wanna look good and have a better handling.., u gotta pay something...fair n square

4. Also, are these very heavy rims?
ans. They look heavy to me. I m guessing about 10.5-11kg
FYI, these 162 are staggered wheels

Gd Luck
 
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Thanks TripleM. What do you mean by staggered rim?

If the 162s are heavy, any other recommendation? I am totally open to any other rim brand/models
 
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I have a used set of OEM m3 18' wheel for sale if you are interested.
 
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Staggered means
the front n back rims are different in width
in this case it's 8J and 8.5J so the tires specs will be slightly different too.

If u want light rims, strong and $ no issue...u may wish to look for some Forged Japanese rims.
 
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or you can go to Leong Seng and look up the OZ Ultraleggeras- could be one of the lightest rims ard. on my last visit, they mentioned it can fit the E90s. good luck.
 
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Thanks for all the advice. Ahbengdriver, so I guess 19inch is also ok for 320 huh?

The 162s are 18inches and I think it's a little too small since the rear wheel arch is so damn big. This car is meant for 19".

Now that 162s are too small, I'm still deciding which 19inch to get. Decisions, decisions, decisions. Maybe I should bring my canine to the rim shop and see which one he pees on.. :)
 
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kkkl;148428 said:
Thanks for all the advice. Ahbengdriver, so I guess 19inch is also ok for 320 huh?

The 162s are 18inches and I think it's a little too small since the rear wheel arch is so damn big. This car is meant for 19".

Now that 162s are too small, I'm still deciding which 19inch to get. Decisions, decisions, decisions. Maybe I should bring my canine to the rim shop and see which one he pees on.. :)
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Agree Agree wif Ah Beng 19" r the way to go for the E90. The wheel arch is juz too big for the 18" la; also, u will actually feel more comfortable after changin to 19" mainly due to the hard run-flats 16" that PML gives u.....

I also like u short while ago; then I PM Ah Beng, ask him some qns, then bingo, my E90 320IA kenna the dog pee 19". bt i not mata like Beng, so bot AC type IV replicas....cheap cheap.

Cheers
 
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Well I got the BBS CH 18" and in my opinion it looks alright. It is definitely more comfortable at 18 " non-runflats. However, I did put in a 10mm spacer in the rear to bring the rim out a little. Got it at South East Tyres. But if you want forged and light, Leong Seng has a couple from Prodrive and Volk Racing BUT pretty ex. Have fun shopping.
 
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ACSCAB2;148431 said:
Agree Agree wif Ah Beng 19" r the way to go for the E90. The wheel arch is juz too big for the 18" la; also, u will actually feel more comfortable after changin to 19" mainly due to the hard run-flats 16" that PML gives u.....

I also like u short while ago; then I PM Ah Beng, ask him some qns, then bingo, my E90 320IA kenna the dog pee 19". bt i not mata like Beng, so bot AC type IV replicas....cheap cheap.

Cheers
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yeah yeah yeah...yesterday I hv nothing to do so after I lowered my mata-chia I went to KBS Motorsports at Sin MIng and see the bodykits. Saw nice replica ACS Type 4 19inch rims....price quite reasonable leh.:)

Also saw a stroking kit for E90 330i which costs $XXXXX.XX:screwedu: Damn shld have bot the 3 litre model, so much to play play with :(
 
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Ahbengdriver;148447 said:
yeah yeah yeah...yesterday I hv nothing to do so after I lowered my mata-chia I went to KBS Motorsports at Sin MIng and see the bodykits. Saw nice replica ACS Type 4 19inch rims....price quite reasonable leh.:)

Also saw a stroking kit for E90 330i which costs $XXXXX.XX:screwedu: Damn shld have bot the 3 litre model, so much to play play with :(
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hehe, ah mata beng bro, i already dropped my ride using Eibach Pro=Kit Springs liao. also added in a 10mm spacers.....n full kerscher kit. kekekke. no time to waste...

Cheers
 
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Full Kerscher kit? Must be one of the first in SG! The change should have been done before our E90 photoshoot LOL....

But better late than never!
 
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althaus;148474 said:
Full Kerscher kit? Must be one of the first in SG! The change should have been done before our E90 photoshoot LOL....

But better late than never!
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Among the first five in spore i tink......hehe, also, i did window film, AC exhaust tip, spacers to the back, chrome all around (sori to the Orh Lu Lu gang, but me prefer chrome leh), boot lid spoiler, etc etc etcdid everything in 1 day........

Cheers
 
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ACSCAB2;148509 said:
Among the first five in spore i tink......hehe, also, i did window film, AC exhaust tip, spacers to the back, chrome all around (sori to the Orh Lu Lu gang, but me prefer chrome leh), boot lid spoiler, etc etc etcdid everything in 1 day........

Cheers
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bro, should consider adding the blackline tail lamp as well.......:)
 
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fooman700;148547 said:
bro, should consider adding the blackline tail lamp as well.......:)
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sori bro, 4got to mention, i did tis as well...kekeke
 
Re: BMW E90 320 Rim Need Advice

ACSCAB2;148509 said:
Among the first five in spore i tink......hehe, also, i did window film, AC exhaust tip, spacers to the back, chrome all around (sori to the Orh Lu Lu gang, but me prefer chrome leh), boot lid spoiler, etc etc etcdid everything in 1 day........

Cheers
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TA GE

Bloody show-off. But bloody nice. :)

Your modding style also my modding style. Mod quickly to enjoy all the mods for as long as possible before selling the car.
 
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ACSCAB2;148582 said:
sori bro, 4got to mention, i did tis as well...kekeke
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Wah, I like your style:thumbsup: sure must be one nice E90, congrats bro!
 
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The Mixmaster;148589 said:
TA GE

Bloody show-off. But bloody nice. :)

Your modding style also my modding style. Mod quickly to enjoy all the mods for as long as possible before selling the car.
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haha, knew someone sure say i show off.....but glad its u big bro....bcos i knew u hav no malice. yup, u got it, fm history, i know i tend to change cars often so all mod within 1-2 days n enjoy everything for next 1-2 years.....hehe. i reali enjoy seeing it transform to my liking.....reminds me of my E34, E36, n 3 E46ers days....

n soon, some GTI man wil feel verei veri disturbed n come in to suan me. haha

Cheers
 
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fooman700;148622 said:
Wah, I like your style:thumbsup: sure must be one nice E90, congrats bro!
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thx bro.....yeah, i like wat i saw after all the mods.....
 
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