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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 06-April-2006 at 18:52
Originally posted by phb10186 phb10186 wrote:

my drive is full of relics from the 80's and early 90's - best cars were made then.

Yes, i sometimes wish we could turn back the technological clock a few years... I'd swap my camera phone or wireless internet for a brand new 635 any day!!

Used to have a 1985 Audi 80 Quattro, I loved that car!!

 



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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 07:44
Originally posted by mjf297 mjf297 wrote:

Mine is fitted with the larger metrics (245/45 R415 i think) so 17's would actually be closer to the originals as well.



240/45 ZR415. You'll find 255/40 17" will be within 1% of the original size meaning you can use one of your TRX as a spare - important if you have an lsd. This size really needs a wider (9") wheel on the rear.

For the front, an 8" wheel is slightly narrower than the metric & most people use a 235 tyre which gives a little less tramlining. I'm using a 235/40 on the front as this give a slight nose-down stance rather than nose-up with 235/45's. If you're using the same size all round then go for the higher profile.

This is my Six with BMW Style 32's (8x17 & 9x17) from an E39 Sport. They're a little easier to clean than Alpinas but still suit the car (imo).
As you probably know, E39 wheels require hubcentric rings when fitted to a Six.


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 08:59

Thanks Andy, sound advice

I'm pretty sure my car doesn't have a lsd, what is the easiest way of checking this? I have a printed spec for the car with extras on, and it's not on there.

I really like the Alpinas you've got - perfect size and style, especially with the misano red. My highline has not been dechromed liked yours so i think it might still suit bbs style wheels better... not sure.

Found some different bbs style wheels on ebay... i like the wheels but not sure how they'd look on a six... opinions please!!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1& ;item=8053711456&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 10:30

Originally posted by mjf297 mjf297 wrote:

Found some different bbs style wheels on ebay... i like the wheels but not sure how they'd look on a six... opinions please!!

The alloys on my six are very similar to the ones on ebay, though not split rims. I don't seem to have the means to upload pics (either that or I'm technically inept (could be both)).

If you want to PM me with your email address, I send you a couple of pics. Might give you an idea of the look.

 

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 11:15

Cheers Doug, PM sent.

FYI there is an article in the FAQ's section on how to upload pics, however I can't seem to get the hang of it either!!!

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 11:53

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 11:54

Wahey! I can post pics!

Register with www.bmwmovies.net, upload images then cut and paste!

Whoever would have thought it was that simple

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 15:20

So can I. You wouldn't believe I worked in I.T, would you?

 

 

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07-April-2006 at 15:44
Doug - those wheels look great on your 635. BBS style, not too bog, not too small.

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