E30320i 1 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 Was just asking all the Gurus out there if they know of anywhere I could buy these wheels in different Sizes as i don't think i could run 16x9s at the front without running into problems so was looking to have 8s on the front. I did ask them if they had 8s but they didnt. But Opinions would be helpful and the +20 offset might be a problem for the 9s maybe? here are the wheels -----> WHEELS Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30ftw 410 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 Damn those are quite cheap..... I just bought similar from US. 16x9 fits in the front.. Only problem is they poke out abit and with 20p offset you would need about 8mm spacer. Else look at esmwheels.com for 002 style, they sell in 16x8 and 16x9 and have gold / white or gunmetal centers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2132 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 Only problem is they poke out i dont see that as a problem yours dont have the sort of two step dish do they? cant remember. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30ftw 410 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 (edited) i dont see that as a problem yours dont have the sort of two step dish do they? cant remember. Yeah they're identical RS rip offs, lol I don't mind the sticking out much either, I guess thats why alot of people go with a staggered look. But then you lose dish in the front !!! EDIT* Mine are 16x9 15p, 5mm spacers in front to clear struts, they look like they would clear 45mm struts just.. But 51mm ones they dont. Rears are sweet. Edited January 9, 2013 by e30ftw Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2132 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 Yeah they're identical RS rip offs, lol I don't mind the sticking out much either, I guess thats why alot of people go with a staggered look. But then you lose dish in the front !!! EDIT* Mine are 16x9 15p, 5mm spacers in front to clear struts, they look like they would clear 45mm struts just.. But 51mm ones they dont. Rears are sweet. just seeing that pic, tried smoking my headlights after texting you. messed it up. must acquire more patience first. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E30320i 1 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 (edited) Yeah i have seen Esm002s on Ebay, They look pretty good actually. is that your car? and what tyre are you running?, quite alot of stretch haha looks good Oh and what Centre Bore are your wheels? i believe an E30 centre bore is around 53? i think lol and the wheels i am looking at are 73.1 will this be a problem? if anyone knows Edited January 9, 2013 by E30BMW1989 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30ftw 410 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 Yeah that's mine, They are the ESM 002's. They are made in e30 fitment so 57.1mm center bore already. They have 205/45's. I wanted 215/45 but harder to find. Probably should have gone 215/40 but meh.. You can get hubrings that are plastic rings that you just need to match inner and outer diameter to the hub / wheel bore to center the wheel. Those wheels look Exactly the same anyways.. And also cheaper / hassle free compared to buying from the US. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E30320i 1 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 Staggered is not a look it is a smart way to balance up the handling of the car and get better turn in by using an optimum sized front tyre. Those wheels look like nasty knock offs what does it matter? im not really financially prepared to pay $3000 for genuine BBS Rs wheels that are nearly worth more than the car itself lol. If they don't break on me whilst driving my car then i am happy and they look the same as RS wheels anyway? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2132 Report post Posted January 9, 2013 Staggered is not a look it is a smart way to balance up the handling of the car and get better turn in by using an optimum sized front tyre. Those wheels look like nasty knock offs they are show wheels, not sports wheels. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charles28 136 Report post Posted January 11, 2013 Yeah they're identical RS rip offs, lol I don't mind the sticking out much either, I guess thats why alot of people go with a staggered look. But then you lose dish in the front !!! EDIT* Mine are 16x9 15p, 5mm spacers in front to clear struts, they look like they would clear 45mm struts just.. But 51mm ones they dont. Rears are sweet. Just wondering what shipping cost to nz? also I guess you had to pay GST too Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30ftw 410 Report post Posted January 11, 2013 (edited) Just wondering what shipping cost to nz? also I guess you had to pay GST too Shipping was $104, GST and customs fees / processing $300. All through Kiwishipping from their US depot to Mainfreight depot for pickup.. Thats sea freight too, Took just over a month. Edited January 11, 2013 by e30ftw Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cliffdunedin 8 Report post Posted January 11, 2013 what does it matter? im not really financially prepared to pay $3000 for genuine BBS Rs wheels that are nearly worth more than the car itself lol. This ^^^ John Clees once said; "Wine is wonderful stuff. But so many people are put off by the snobbery of it." ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
a31drifter 0 Report post Posted January 13, 2013 lol im looking at doing the same bro, would it be better to run a staggered fit of the 15x8 +15 front and 16x9 +20 rear? can anyone tell me if this setup would work well? im only running super low springs, guards have been lipped. Could go halves in this setup Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites