go from 18 to 16 for winter ( *Gill*) ??

Mic · 09-30-2008, 07:24 AM

I have the 128 sport package and want the WS-60 (only in 16'')

pro & con to go 16''

Or if I should get the 17'' what would be your second choice (assuming WS-60 is my first choice)

Thanks

Gary@TireRack · 09-30-2008, 08:55 AM

16" Pro's:

Slightly taller sidewall for more flex and resistance to wheel damage due to potholes, etc...

Lower cost

16" Cons:

Not many to list. Maybe not quite as pleasing on the eyes.

Less steering response due to higher sidewall.

If you go with 17", the Michelin XI2 would be my first pick at 205/50/17, based on snow and ice performance. It's an excellent winter tire.

Gill

Mic · 09-30-2008, 10:11 AM

Thanks for the quick answer Gill !

My order will came in shortly

thekozer · 09-30-2008, 12:45 PM

Gil - Will 16's not fit on 135i conv w/ sport pkg? I don't see any on Tirerack.

Gary@TireRack · 09-30-2008, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by thekozer

Gil - Will 16's not fit on 135i conv w/ sport pkg? I don't see any on Tirerack.

We have not found any 16" that fit.

thekozer · 10-01-2008, 09:36 AM

Thanks Gil

135iUSN · 10-01-2008, 11:33 AM

so gill - in keeping within 800 - 1000 bucks - and having to be shipped to and APO (Germany ultimately) what would be the recommendation, sir.

thanks -

Gary@TireRack · 10-01-2008, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 135iUSN

so gill - in keeping within 800 - 1000 bucks - and having to be shipped to and APO (Germany ultimately) what would be the recommendation, sir.

thanks -

Call me or hit me up via PM with the APO zip code and the product details (wheels, wheels/tires, tires alone, etc...)and I'll let you know.

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Gary@TireRack Moderator 369 Rep 4,745 Posts Drives: Formerly 1995 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Bend, IN, Tire Rack HQ iTrader: (2)	16" Pro's: Slightly taller sidewall for more flex and resistance to wheel damage due to potholes, etc... Lower cost 16" Cons: Not many to list. Maybe not quite as pleasing on the eyes. Less steering response due to higher sidewall. If you go with 17", the Michelin XI2 would be my first pick at 205/50/17, based on snow and ice performance. It's an excellent winter tire. Gill __________________ Gary. Tire and Wheel Forum Moderator. Tire Rack Sales Rep Gary@Tirerack.com http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&url=index.jsp Please refer to 'Gary/E90 Post' as your previous contact when you order online to help support this forum.
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Mic Private First Class 5 Rep 130 Posts Drives: 128i Cashmere silver Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Montreal, Quebec iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the quick answer Gill ! My order will came in shortly __________________ Note : To prevent any bashing of my english please considered that I speak french and trying to discuss with you in english ... Ben oui j'tun Québecois S'tie !
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thekozer Kozer 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 135i since departed Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Chicago area iTrader: (0)	16's for 135i Gil - Will 16's not fit on 135i conv w/ sport pkg? I don't see any on Tirerack.
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thekozer Kozer 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 135i since departed Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Chicago area iTrader: (0)	Thanks Gil
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