[Sensibletom]

I just ordered the X7 40i in Manhattan Green (incredible color-configurator does not do this color justice) with the Black Shadowline trim. While I ordered it with the bi-color wheels (top picture), I'm having a bit of a change of heart. I'm wondering if I should switch to the Jet Black (bottom picture). Which setup do you guys think is a better match?

Thanks!

[DMattB]

Originally Posted by Sensibletom

I just ordered the X7 40i in Manhattan Green (incredible color-configurator does not do this color justice) with the Black Shadowline trim. While I ordered it with the bi-color wheels (top picture), I'm having a bit of a change of heart. I'm wondering if I should switch to the Jet Black (bottom picture). Which setup do you guys think is a better match?

Thanks!

The top one for me! Makes me slightly jealous I didn’t think to do that combination.

[psychrunner]

I ordered the Manhattan Green also with MSport and MSport Pro (I think the Manhattan Green looks best with the black grill - saw it on an X5 and really like it) and decided to go with the Jet Black 22" wheels. Disadvantage cannot order all-season tires with the 22" wheels in black.
I think either wheel looks good though. What color is interior? Coffee here.

[Sensibletom]

Originally Posted by psychrunner

I ordered the Manhattan Green also with MSport and MSport Pro (I think the Manhattan Green looks best with the black grill - saw it on an X5 and really like it) and decided to go with the Jet Black 22" wheels. Disadvantage cannot order all-season tires with the 22" wheels in black.
I think either wheel looks good though. What color is interior? Coffee here.

I went with the Cognac. They had a Manhattan Green with Cognac on an X5 and it looked so good together.

[Al Pinã]

Is the top pic the 23" wheels?

If so be prepared to spend at least $4K on tires when they need replacing.

Ask me how I know…

[Sensibletom]

Originally Posted by Al Pin　

Is the top pic the 23" wheels?

If so be prepared to spend at least $4K on tires when they need replacing.

Ask me how I know…

They are both 22's. The 23's are nice but didn't consider it.

[Vivalamatt]

I really do love the top wheels, but they cover up so much of the brake calipers which makes it tough to decide.

[Sensibletom]

Originally Posted by Vivalamatt

I really do love the top wheels, but they cover up so much of the brake calipers which makes it tough to decide.

Here is a picture of those same wheels on an actual car. The bi-color wheels are really nice but I'm wondering if the black wheels would match better or if it's overkill.

[NGT2]

I think both wheels are fantastic for that car. I LOVE the color scheme. Love the green, love the shadowline with it, and I think cognac is hands down the way to go with it. If I was building one, I'd do the same.

Practically, I'd need an all season option. But enough about silly practicality…

I think it depends on what you're going for. The bicolor wheels will make the shadowline more subtle. The black wheels will put it "in your face" and I think give it a "meaner" more aggressive look. Just gotta figure out which one feels better to you.

Great choices!

[iddqd]

Will definately go for black to match trim colour

[Audio Fan]

Black - the wheels look great in person and match the sporty look of the build. IMHO.

[Audio Fan]

Don't forget to black out those brakes

[arciga18]

Originally Posted by Audio Fan

Don't forget to black out those brakes

Requires msport professional .

[Sensibletom]

Originally Posted by Audio Fan

Don't forget to black out those brakes

Originally Posted by Audio Fan

Don't forget to black out those brakes

Would the black brakes look better than the blue?

[arciga18]

Originally Posted by Sensibletom

Would the black brakes look better than the blue?

I think it depends on the exterior color

[NolaM60i]

Black wheels

[Audio Fan]

Originally Posted by Sensibletom

Would the black brakes look better than the blue?

Just my opinion, but the black and green combo looks great, but makes the blue stick out a bit. I'd also black that grill out with the pro package or a wrap. Either way, you'll have an awesome looking vehicle.

[x7bmw23]

Originally Posted by Audio Fan

Just my opinion, but the black and green combo looks great, but makes the blue stick out a bit. I'd also black that grill out with the pro package or a wrap. Either way, you'll have an awesome looking vehicle.

Top non black for me. I'm not a black wheel fan but purchased a set of black wheels for another toy of mine because it fit the color scheme of the vehicle. I would have to see it in person to make a more informed decision.

[Al Pinã]

Imagine buying/leasing a $70k+ vehicle and leaving the decision of key options up to a bunch of strangers on the internet.

[Sensibletom]

Originally Posted by Al Pin　

Imagine buying/leasing a $70k+ vehicle and leaving the decision of key options up to a bunch of strangers on the internet.

Dude!! WTF? I'm sure you're an important and smart person who never needs input from fellow BMW owners with good taste but you didn't answer my question. Silver wheels or black wheels?

[Al Pinã]

Go with the gold ones.

[Sensibletom]

Originally Posted by Al Pin　

Go with the gold ones.

Already did in my 1987 325is. I've been a BMW owner for 35 years so get off your high horse and if you're not gonna answer the question in a thoughtful and considerate way, get off this thread!