ASA AR2 vs. CSL reps vs. Beyern Mesh

rmorin49 · 12-26-2006, 03:01 PM

Are these wheels are similar in style? Any thoughts on quality? I believe the Beyerns have the correct center bore. What about the others? Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks.

Driver72 · 12-26-2006, 10:16 PM

I love the ASA AR2's as well.
Sadly their offsets don't match the OEM wheels and would require spacers.
I'm going to have my local tire/wheel guy contact ASA to see if they'll make the wheel to fit the 335i with the "proper" offsets.

SV Concepts III · 12-26-2006, 11:33 PM

I personally prefer the CSL reps. Nothing really comes close to the clean OEM look of the CSLs IMO.

Driver72 · 12-27-2006, 03:15 PM

Do the CSL's come in
18 x 8 and
18 x 8.5 or 9

Thanks

John · 12-27-2006, 05:12 PM

CSL is meant for bmws. i'd go for that

rmorin49 · 12-27-2006, 07:53 PM

I also think the CSLs look the best. Too bad you can't buy OEM BMW wheels at a reasonable price. If I stay with 18" wheels, what is the best offset to ensure no rubbing issues, no spacers, and no fender rolling? I like the staggered look but if I decide to go with aftermarket tires, I would like to be able to rotate front to rear so I am considering running the same size all around. What about a 235/40/18 on 18 x 8.5 rims? What is the best offset, front and rear?

Homero · 12-28-2006, 12:27 AM

Hi,
I allready buy the Breyton Spirit 18x8.5 (4) Offset(+35) for a 325i (2007) and i think they are the best option for the E90 with no problem if you mount with 235/40 R18, Saludos desde Mexico...

Jaws · 12-28-2006, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Homero

Hi,
I allready buy the Breyton Spirit 18x8.5 (4) Offset(+35) for a 325i (2007) and i think they are the best option for the E90 with no problem if you mount with 235/40 R18, Saludos desde Mexico...

A better size to keep closer to OEM diameter is 225/40/18.

I will either go with the AR2 or O.Z. Crono HT. But the Beyern Mesh isn't a bad option and is very inexpensive.

kujo · 12-29-2006, 01:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driver72

Do the CSL's come in
18 x 8 and
18 x 8.5 or 9

Thanks

YEAH !!! 18x8.5 and 9.5...... that's what was on my ZHP dude.

I got the hook up on those, if you wanna go that way bud.

kj

Driver72 · 12-29-2006, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kujo

YEAH !!! 18x8.5 and 9.5...... that's what was on my ZHP dude.

I got the hook up on those, if you wanna go that way bud.

kj

Thanks Kurt, we'll talk...just trying to figure out all my options on wheels.
Today is your big day...call me when you pick her up.

Jomeara278 · 12-29-2006, 09:34 AM

I would say neither is a bad choice. I would say Beyern just for the simple fact of reasonable pricing and set up is simple no spacers no nothing. I do believe they take OE center caps.
I would suggest 30mm offsets on a 225/40-18.

But whichever way you go is not a bad choice.

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rmorin49 Major 53 Rep 1,162 Posts Drives: 11 335d/10 Z4 s30i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Hagerstown, MD iTrader: (1)	ASA AR2 vs. CSL reps vs. Beyern Mesh Are these wheels are similar in style? Any thoughts on quality? I believe the Beyerns have the correct center bore. What about the others? Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks. __________________ Colonel (Retired), US Army/Hagerstown, MD 2016 518ixdrive/MSport AW/Ivory White ED-01-10 2010 Z4s30i AW/Beige/Burl/ 6MT/SP/PP/CWP/NAV/ipod/USB/CA (retired) 2011 335d BS/Oyster/PP/CWP/NAV/ipod/USB(Daily Driver) 30+ mpg(retired)
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Driver72 Brigadier General 327 Rep 4,484 Posts Drives: 335i - to new owners now. Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I love the ASA AR2's as well. Sadly their offsets don't match the OEM wheels and would require spacers. I'm going to have my local tire/wheel guy contact ASA to see if they'll make the wheel to fit the 335i with the "proper" offsets.
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	I personally prefer the CSL reps. Nothing really comes close to the clean OEM look of the CSLs IMO.
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rmorin49 Major 53 Rep 1,162 Posts Drives: 11 335d/10 Z4 s30i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Hagerstown, MD iTrader: (1)	I also think the CSLs look the best. Too bad you can't buy OEM BMW wheels at a reasonable price. If I stay with 18" wheels, what is the best offset to ensure no rubbing issues, no spacers, and no fender rolling? I like the staggered look but if I decide to go with aftermarket tires, I would like to be able to rotate front to rear so I am considering running the same size all around. What about a 235/40/18 on 18 x 8.5 rims? What is the best offset, front and rear? __________________ Colonel (Retired), US Army/Hagerstown, MD 2016 518ixdrive/MSport AW/Ivory White ED-01-10 2010 Z4s30i AW/Beige/Burl/ 6MT/SP/PP/CWP/NAV/ipod/USB/CA (retired) 2011 335d BS/Oyster/PP/CWP/NAV/ipod/USB(Daily Driver) 30+ mpg(retired)
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Homero Enlisted Member 0 Rep 45 Posts Drives: BMW 325i (2007) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Tampico, Mexico iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 325i [0.00]	Saludos Breyton Spirit Hi, I allready buy the Breyton Spirit 18x8.5 (4) Offset(+35) for a 325i (2007) and i think they are the best option for the E90 with no problem if you mount with 235/40 R18, Saludos desde Mexico...
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Jomeara278 Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 2007 E90 Sparkling Graphite Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Huntington Beach, CA iTrader: (0)	I would say neither is a bad choice. I would say Beyern just for the simple fact of reasonable pricing and set up is simple no spacers no nothing. I do believe they take OE center caps. I would suggest 30mm offsets on a 225/40-18. But whichever way you go is not a bad choice.
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