[CANBeamer]

Hello,

The stock Michelin PSS on my 2014 M235i just wore out last season and I’ve ordered Michelin PS4S 92Y’s going forward, sized the same as the stock tires.

I was also thinking of getting some new wheels. Up until now I’ve been using the stock 18” wheels for both summer and winter. I’m looking for a recommendation for wheels where I won’t see a performance decrease. From what I’ve read, most after market ones weigh more and would actually decrease performance over the stock wheels. Is this true? If so, what 18” wheels would be recommended to equal or exceed stock performance?

Thanks all!

[Sypher]

Not true. The stock rims on these cars is heavy! Most aftermarket rims should be lighter. Just keep an eye on the weight when you're picking out your rims. Performance rims should be under 19lbs for 18"

[Maynard]

The performance decrease you may see is reduced impact resistance - those lightweight rims may be more prone to bending or cracking at impacts. Going with better brands, forged if possible, will help with this. Some of the stuff at TR or other discounters is just cosmetic fluff; I don't keep up on it, so I stick w/ brands I've known like Enkei, Sparco, OZ (but probably many others out there that are reputable).

[overcoil]

There is a lot involved with selecting aftermarket wheels: offset, hubcentric, manufactured in China, 7.5 versus 8 inch width.

Read the comment section of this 5 year old article.
https://jalopnik.com/5953859/this-gu...is-blaming-him

[MarkDemma]

I'm also looking for wheels right now for my yet to arrive M240i as the only option (according to my dealer) was the run flat all seasons on the 7.5" bi color wheels.

I've found it hard to find staggered 18" wheels while there seems to be a plethora of 19" wheels available. From everything I've read, there is zero performance benefits of going from 18 to 19 (in fact, there is a slight decrease due to added weight) it makes the ride harsher and you are more prone to damage the wheels.

I've been advised to go with HRE, BBS, Apex, or Vorsteiner, but not finding ones that have the look I'd like in 18" staggered. BBS seems to not have staggered 18, Apex are nice but kinda plain looking, Vorsteiner seems to only have the graphite available in 18s, and HRE are really nice but I'm not ready to shell out > $1K for wheels.

There are some Beyerns I like that have a good price point, but getting some mixed reviews of them. No one has said they are awful, just that others are more highly rated. I figure if I'm not going to really be tracking my car, liking how they look and ride comfort are kinda the top factors for me. That and not costing a fortune.

[x233]

Originally Posted by MarkDemma

BBS seems to not have staggered 18

BBS CH-R:
8x18 5x120 ET40 and 9x18 5x120 ET44.
Flow-formed rim and back-milled spokes. They come in silver, titanium and black colors. Rather strong and fairly lightweight.

https://bbs.com/en/products/performance_line/ch-r.php
http://www.bbs-usa.com/road_wheels/w...s.cfm?wheel=48

[x233]

Originally Posted by Sypher

Performance rims should be under 19lbs for 18"

That performance comes at a price. Anything that's under 20 lbs in 18 diameter, cast, flow-formed or even forged, would be of questionable strength. Even light-weighed track-oriented monoblock forged wheels from reputable makers would a lot of times be over 19 lbs. No matter the make, the process, fancy technology or not, the fact remains the same: the lighter the wheel the weaker it is. Even forged but excessively light wheels will have a rather low limit of what impacts they can stand, granted they may not crack or disintegrate but they will bend all right.

[MarkDemma]

Originally Posted by x233

BBS CH-R:
8x18 5x120 ET40 and 9x18 5x120 ET44.
Flow-formed rim and back-milled spokes. They come in silver, titanium and black colors. Rather strong and fairly lightweight.

https://bbs.com/en/products/performance_line/ch-r.php
http://www.bbs-usa.com/road_wheels/w...s.cfm?wheel=48

Originally Posted by x233

BBS CH-R:
8x18 5x120 ET40 and 9x18 5x120 ET44.
Flow-formed rim and back-milled spokes. They come in silver, titanium and black colors. Rather strong and fairly lightweight.

https://bbs.com/en/products/performance_line/ch-r.php
http://www.bbs-usa.com/road_wheels/w...s.cfm?wheel=48

Thanks. When I used the tire rack configurator it didn't give a staggered option for those.

[Maynard]

You don't really NEED to go w/ staggered set up, especially if ride, comfort, and looks are your main concern. Square setups also have the advantage of being able to rotate tires. If I was not keeping my factory wheels I'd have gone to a square setup. Nice wheels are going to be hard to find under $1000 for a set, I think (and not a part to leave to a cheapo manufacturer, since they are both super-stressed and deadly if they really fail in use).

[ApexWheels]

We have many great options that are lighter and better performing than your stock setup. For more information on fitment, check out our fitment guide here.

Additionally, here are a few pictures from our customers













-Matt

[bryan_G01]

Expert@ApexRaceParts

My ec7's 8.5 front, 9.5 rear are in route...

Do you see any issues with a 255x35x18 rear, 225x40x18 front with re71r on springs with 58et on the rear of a 235 awd?

[ApexWheels]

Originally Posted by bryan_f22

Expert@ApexRaceParts

My ec7's 8.5 front, 9.5 rear are in route...

Do you see any issues with a 255x35x18 rear, 225x40x18 front with re71r on springs with 58et on the rear of a 235 awd?

Awesome 255's should not be an issue. However, we typically recommend a 5mm spacer for the rear in order to push the tire out and avoid rubbing against the inner fender liner. Up front, 225/40-18 will be a direct fit with our 18x8.5" ET35. If you went with the ET45, you may need a small spacer to clear your suspension.