They all come with run flats and I think Kermits tried to get non run flats on his but they refused!Cliffy wrote:Thanks for that, I am hoping it will arrive before the end of March.
Does anybody know if the 35iS comes with runflats or do I get the option of ordering normal tyres?
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^^ This. You have to get RFT tyres. That said nearly brand new RFT tyres often can be sold at a higher price than the cost of replacement non-RFT tyres.andya1 wrote:They all come with run flats and I think Kermits tried to get non run flats on his but they refused!Cliffy wrote:Thanks for that, I am hoping it will arrive before the end of March.
Does anybody know if the 35iS comes with runflats or do I get the option of ordering normal tyres?
Thanks, Caroline
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OK thanks for that. I know on some BMWs they can be a delete option. One final question please, does the 35iS need to run on the super unleaded petrol and will the engine need to be run in?
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Run flats only AFAIK.
You could always check with your stealer but I'm pretty sure the factory wont change them - you might be able to do some sort of deal with them though ?
You could always check with your stealer but I'm pretty sure the factory wont change them - you might be able to do some sort of deal with them though ?
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I ran mine of normal unleaded for a while with no problems - have since switched to super and haven't really noticed any difference.
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ps - as you have gone for the heated seats you may as well tick the heated steering wheel option too - nothing worse than a hot bum and cold hands
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I ticked that box 4 years ago I would have laughed at such an idea, but then my last 35i came with it and after using it for 3+ years you kind of get used to it. The better half loves it too. And it's a very cheap option.Jasey wrote:ps - as you have gone for the heated seats you may as well tick the heated steering wheel option too - nothing worse than a hot bum and cold hands
Unleaded. I've owned many Z's and many M's. I've evaluated super and normal unleaded many times. For normal driving there is no difference and the car won't be damaged in any way using regular. If you are going the N'ring and fancy that you can beat the track record then the super will save you those extra tenths !
Run flats are much maligned. Sure, the car does feel better on normal tyres but the car still tramlines to some degree (big wide low profile tyres have that effect) and if you ever have a puncture then you will have plenty of time to reflect on your decision. And don't forget to tell your insurance company you changed them.
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Any BMW option that is < £150 should default to selectedAndyJ wrote:And it's a very cheap option.
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Heated seats? meh... heated steering wheelJasey wrote:ps - as you have gone for the heated seats you may as well tick the heated steering wheel option too - nothing worse than a hot bum and cold hands
RFT tyres? Both punctures I had involved rim destruction. Give me, at minimum, a space saver wheel please.
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I run two non-rft 17 inchers flat for about 10 miles without damage to rims.
Got me home.
Not sure how a 19 inch rim would survive though.
With a 50;50 weight distribution and such a heavy car and only driver on-board, it probably balanced on three wheels taking the load of the first front flat.
How many Police, Camera, Action tv shows have you seen with some toe-rag driving for miles with a flat.
Got me home.
Not sure how a 19 inch rim would survive though.
With a 50;50 weight distribution and such a heavy car and only driver on-board, it probably balanced on three wheels taking the load of the first front flat.
How many Police, Camera, Action tv shows have you seen with some toe-rag driving for miles with a flat.
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You got lucky.flybobbie wrote:I run two non-rft 17 inchers flat for about 10 miles without damage to rims.
Got me home..
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I ran my old 335d on non rft's with a flat for 100 yards & destroyed the rimAndyJ wrote:You got lucky.flybobbie wrote:I run two non-rft 17 inchers flat for about 10 miles without damage to rims.
Got me home..
Will still change my rft's asap.
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I carry Michelin tire inflater + can of goo for my e86. I did get a puncture one but luckily it was a show puncture and I've managed to drive 8 miles, inflating the tire a couple of times and got home OK.
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hum... will an E88 space saver fit in the rear with the roof down? I think the answer is only if deflated
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Space saver should fit but you'll have no room for much else in there and remember you need it properly secured. Gunk and a compressor is your best bet.techathy wrote:hum... will an E88 space saver fit in the rear with the roof down? I think the answer is only if deflated
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