18" Velocity Motoring CSL Reps

330Inewbie · 07-01-2008, 09:38 PM

Hey folks,

Like many of you, upon researching to upgrade my 17" oem run flats, the Turanza EL42, which were HORRIBLE, I could not decide between going 18 or 19. I researched tirelessly and read many a threads and viewed many pictures. I finally decided to go with 18s because I didn't want to go too flashy. It was a tough decision and I was extremely conflicted. I got the 18s with 245/40/18 front and rear Bridgestone Potenza RE960 AS Pole Positions. The tires are AWESOME. Maybe it was because the runflats were so bad, but it feels like I am driving on pillows with these new tires. I am also happy with the wheels, but to be perfectly honest, I think I should have gone with 19s. I was worried that 19s would look too flashy, but after getting these wheels in 18s, I can tell that these wheels would not make the car look too flashy. The CSL reps have a very modest yet sophisticated look to them. And I do believe that 19s would not be too much, and would truly enhance the look. So long story short, if I had to do it again, I probably would have bought 19s, which is what most of you advised on this board. Don't get me wrong, I'm very happy with the 18s, but I definitely think the 19s would leave no room for regret. It would have only been a few hundred more dollars, so cost is not a big factor. I was concerned about the durability however, so in a practical sense, the 18s are probably better, but I don't think getting 19s would have made it much worse. As I know threads are worthless without pictures around here, I've attached photos of my 06 330i with the new wheels and tires. So for those of you who were in my shoes a few weeks ago, take it from me, go with the 19s please! The CSL style goes really well and won't appear overboard! I also think the aspect ratio on my tire may be too large. The ride quality is awesome though! Sorry for the bad quality of the photos, they were not taken with optimal lighting and my digital camera sucks.

VMRWheels · 07-02-2008, 03:05 PM

Your E90 looks great! 18" VB3s are a fine choice!

SV Concepts III · 07-02-2008, 05:11 PM

Those 18s look really good, well done!

ModBargains.com · 07-02-2008, 06:11 PM

Those wheels are looking really nice on your E90!

Looks like you washed your car too, definitely helps to make it look shiny

The wheels make the biggest difference on the car, don't you think?

BMW MotorSport · 07-02-2008, 08:35 PM

Like the above vendors have stated your car looks good but 19's are the best fit and look for our E90 cars.

07-01-2008, 09:38 PM	#1
330Inewbie Private 7 Rep 62 Posts Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: arlington, va iTrader: (0)	18" Velocity Motoring CSL Reps Hey folks, Like many of you, upon researching to upgrade my 17" oem run flats, the Turanza EL42, which were HORRIBLE, I could not decide between going 18 or 19. I researched tirelessly and read many a threads and viewed many pictures. I finally decided to go with 18s because I didn't want to go too flashy. It was a tough decision and I was extremely conflicted. I got the 18s with 245/40/18 front and rear Bridgestone Potenza RE960 AS Pole Positions. The tires are AWESOME. Maybe it was because the runflats were so bad, but it feels like I am driving on pillows with these new tires. I am also happy with the wheels, but to be perfectly honest, I think I should have gone with 19s. I was worried that 19s would look too flashy, but after getting these wheels in 18s, I can tell that these wheels would not make the car look too flashy. The CSL reps have a very modest yet sophisticated look to them. And I do believe that 19s would not be too much, and would truly enhance the look. So long story short, if I had to do it again, I probably would have bought 19s, which is what most of you advised on this board. Don't get me wrong, I'm very happy with the 18s, but I definitely think the 19s would leave no room for regret. It would have only been a few hundred more dollars, so cost is not a big factor. I was concerned about the durability however, so in a practical sense, the 18s are probably better, but I don't think getting 19s would have made it much worse. As I know threads are worthless without pictures around here, I've attached photos of my 06 330i with the new wheels and tires. So for those of you who were in my shoes a few weeks ago, take it from me, go with the 19s please! The CSL style goes really well and won't appear overboard! I also think the aspect ratio on my tire may be too large. The ride quality is awesome though! Sorry for the bad quality of the photos, they were not taken with optimal lighting and my digital camera sucks. Attached Images __________________ 06 330i, saph black, beige, auto, comfort access, bmw assist/bluetooth, fold down rear seats, sat prep, picked up 1/21/06.
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07-02-2008, 03:05 PM	#2
VMRWheels BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 2042 Rep 25,989 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Anaheim, CA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2013 BMW M3 [10.00] 2015 BMW M4 [0.00] 2013 BMW F30 [0.00] 2014 BMW F22 [0.00] 2013 BMW F06 [0.00]	Your E90 looks great! 18" VB3s are a fine choice! __________________ VMR\|Wheels \| 714.442.7916 \| sales@velocitymotoring.com \| www.velocitymotoring.com \| facebook \| flickr \| Instagram
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07-02-2008, 05:11 PM	#3
SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	Those 18s look really good, well done!
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07-02-2008, 06:11 PM	#4
ModBargains.com Banned 475 Rep 13,583 Posts Drives: JB E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd #C, La Habra, CA 90631 iTrader: (51)	Those wheels are looking really nice on your E90! Looks like you washed your car too, definitely helps to make it look shiny The wheels make the biggest difference on the car, don't you think?
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07-02-2008, 08:35 PM	#5
BMW MotorSport Banned 100 Rep 2,528 Posts Drives: 95 Avus M3 and 07 E90 Fam Car! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: So Cal, Simi Valley iTrader: (4)	Like the above vendors have stated your car looks good but 19's are the best fit and look for our E90 cars.
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