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Specific discussion about the E89 2009 Z4 (sDrive35is, sDrive35i, sDrive30i, sDrive23i)
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Post by Reamesy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 7:01 pm

Hi people

As expected I have a small crack in each of my rear alloys. I am looking at alternatives as they will only crack again if repaired.

Has anyone found a good set that look similar and are a perfect fit and size? If so can you please post details and photos on your car?

Thanks in advance.
Currently; 2011 E89 23i SDrive M Sport Highline Titan Silver
Previously;
2014 SLK250CDI AMG Sport
2012 E89 SDrive 2.0 M Sport. White
2011 Audi TT Quattro
2006 Z4 2.5 Sport
2013 420D coupe
2002 Z3 2.2 Sport
1996 Z3 1.9

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Post by Argyll Andy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 7:13 pm

Rob (clarker63) considered these as they look very similar to 326’s but in the end bought 2 new rear 326’s

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    Post by Reamesy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 8:04 pm

    Cheers Andy. Will probably go with these

    https://www.wheelbasealloys.com/alloy-w ... bmw/z4/e89
    Currently; 2011 E89 23i SDrive M Sport Highline Titan Silver
    Previously;
    2014 SLK250CDI AMG Sport
    2012 E89 SDrive 2.0 M Sport. White
    2011 Audi TT Quattro
    2006 Z4 2.5 Sport
    2013 420D coupe
    2002 Z3 2.2 Sport
    1996 Z3 1.9

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    Post by Argyll Andy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 8:33 pm

    Reamesy wrote: Sun Jul 17, 2022 8:04 pm Cheers Andy. Will probably go with these

    https://www.wheelbasealloys.com/alloy-w ... bmw/z4/e89
    Veemans would’ve been my replacement choice too. Gone up a bit in price since I last liked at them :o

      G29 M40i Thundernight with Ivory interior, all option packs (here for a while, hopefully :oops:)
      G29 M40i Misano Blue all option packs (Gone 26k of fun)
      E89 35iS, Valencia Orange, Design Pure Traction pack (Gone)
      E89 23i sDrive, Silver (Gone)

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      Post by Dave 2 dogs » Sun Jul 17, 2022 8:45 pm

      Hi OP
      i got these last year to replace the originals ( still have a full set in the garage) I’m pretty sure I got these from wheelbase alloy also
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      Post by Reamesy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 8:48 pm

      Dave 2 Dogs which style are those?
      Currently; 2011 E89 23i SDrive M Sport Highline Titan Silver
      Previously;
      2014 SLK250CDI AMG Sport
      2012 E89 SDrive 2.0 M Sport. White
      2011 Audi TT Quattro
      2006 Z4 2.5 Sport
      2013 420D coupe
      2002 Z3 2.2 Sport
      1996 Z3 1.9

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      Post by Dave 2 dogs » Sun Jul 17, 2022 9:04 pm

      These on wheelbase alloys
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      Post by Dave 2 dogs » Sun Jul 17, 2022 9:14 pm

      In case you decide they might be a possible for you, here’s a picture of the full side profile
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      Post by Reamesy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 9:34 pm

      No issues with cracks and I assume you have ditched the RFs?
      Currently; 2011 E89 23i SDrive M Sport Highline Titan Silver
      Previously;
      2014 SLK250CDI AMG Sport
      2012 E89 SDrive 2.0 M Sport. White
      2011 Audi TT Quattro
      2006 Z4 2.5 Sport
      2013 420D coupe
      2002 Z3 2.2 Sport
      1996 Z3 1.9

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      Post by Dave 2 dogs » Sun Jul 17, 2022 9:58 pm

      No issues, yes , ditched the run flats … but in truth, I only do about 3 k a year in the car , i DID recently take it to Devon. Nearly 1 k round trip … but no issues with the wheels, I’m very happy with them

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      Post by Reamesy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 10:09 pm

      Dave 2 dogs wrote: Sun Jul 17, 2022 9:58 pm No issues, yes , ditched the run flats … but in truth, I only do about 3 k a year in the car , i DID recently take it to Devon. Nearly 1 k round trip … but no issues with the wheels, I’m very happy with them
      Thank you for the input. Gutted as I really do like the original wheels but I hate poor quality
      Currently; 2011 E89 23i SDrive M Sport Highline Titan Silver
      Previously;
      2014 SLK250CDI AMG Sport
      2012 E89 SDrive 2.0 M Sport. White
      2011 Audi TT Quattro
      2006 Z4 2.5 Sport
      2013 420D coupe
      2002 Z3 2.2 Sport
      1996 Z3 1.9

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      Post by Dave 2 dogs » Sun Jul 17, 2022 10:12 pm

      Whatever you decide to put on the car . Send in some pictures 👍

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      Post by Smartbear » Sun Jul 17, 2022 10:36 pm

      Had Veemanns on my e89 for several years now, in that time I’ve not heard of any cracking so I’d definitely recommend :driving:
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      Post by Reamesy » Sun Jul 17, 2022 10:49 pm

      Smartbear wrote: Sun Jul 17, 2022 10:36 pm Had Veemanns on my e89 for several years now, in that time I’ve not heard of any cracking so I’d definitely recommend :driving:
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      Are those 18 or 19. Really appreciate all this advice👍
      Currently; 2011 E89 23i SDrive M Sport Highline Titan Silver
      Previously;
      2014 SLK250CDI AMG Sport
      2012 E89 SDrive 2.0 M Sport. White
      2011 Audi TT Quattro
      2006 Z4 2.5 Sport
      2013 420D coupe
      2002 Z3 2.2 Sport
      1996 Z3 1.9

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      Post by Smartbear » Sun Jul 17, 2022 11:52 pm

      Reamesy wrote: Sun Jul 17, 2022 10:49 pm
      Smartbear wrote: Sun Jul 17, 2022 10:36 pm Had Veemanns on my e89 for several years now, in that time I’ve not heard of any cracking so I’d definitely recommend :driving:
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      Rob
      Are those 18 or 19. Really appreciate all this advice👍
      19’s with a 35mm offset :thumbsup:
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      e89 Sdrive 30i, this ones busted, pass me another...
      e85 3.0si sold

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