17 inch wheels on E92

Gator328i · 02-03-2012, 07:01 PM

Is it just me or do 17 inch wheels look way too small for the body dimensions on an E92? The body on 17s appears overbearing for such small wheels. When I first bought my car, I didn't really notice them because I hadn't compared the 17s and 18s yet. But after seeing the car on 18s, it just looks so much more well proportioned and balanced.

I've decided I'm either going to grab a set of 18s or just trade the car for a 335i E92.

mashimarho · 02-03-2012, 07:03 PM

19's..

Dark_Knight_335 · 02-03-2012, 07:04 PM

19s are great but watch where you drive if you got crappy roads....

michaelalex17 · 02-03-2012, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Gator328i

Is it just me or do 17 inch wheels look way too small for the body dimensions on an E92? The body on 17s appears overbearing for such small wheels. When I first bought my car, I didn't really notice them because I hadn't compared the 17s and 18s yet. But after seeing the car on 18s, it just looks so much more well proportioned and balanced.

I've decided I'm either going to grab a set of 18s or just trade the car for a 335i E92.

i dont think 17's look good on any car

matrix76 · 02-03-2012, 07:59 PM

18",

Dozhdbog · 02-04-2012, 03:36 AM

Do smaller wheels affect performance, or is it purely an aesthetic choice to get larger rims?

InTheNightKitchen · 02-04-2012, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Dozhdbog

Do smaller wheels affect performance, or is it purely an aesthetic choice to get larger rims?

Both! Pros and cons to both, depends on weight, width, offset, tire, etc

Gator328i · 02-04-2012, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by CAPSGOD

Have you seen the 5-series on 17's? Major lol's to be had

SMDH! That thing looks like it's on training wheels! BMW should be ashamed for letting a car leave the factory looking like that.

Kolyan2k · 02-04-2012, 10:13 AM

Rail Salernos 17s look ok

Bordertown · 02-05-2012, 01:30 AM

I am quite surprised that my spider spoke 17s with their winter tires look as proportionately as good as they do having come down 2 sizes from the summer 19s.

DaveL · 02-05-2012, 08:28 AM

19's look better than 18's but could bend and crack if driving on poor condition roads and yes i have had both so be aware.Don't get me wrong on the 19's just coupled with run flats make for a poor mix...Love my 18's.

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Bordertown Bordertown 0 Rep 12 Posts Drives: 2009 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (0)	I am quite surprised that my spider spoke 17s with their winter tires look as proportionately as good as they do having come down 2 sizes from the summer 19s. __________________ Arctic White, Red Interior, Steptronic w. Paddles, Sport Package/Seats, 19" 311 Star Spoke Summer Bridgestone's, 17" 155 Spider Spoke Winter Conti's, Sat Nav, rear tint, Shadow Line, CPO
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DaveL Banned 14 Rep 970 Posts Drives: 2010 335 coupe msport Join Date: May 2010 Location: Darien CT. iTrader: (0)	19's look better than 18's but could bend and crack if driving on poor condition roads and yes i have had both so be aware.Don't get me wrong on the 19's just coupled with run flats make for a poor mix...Love my 18's.
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