326 Alloy alternatives

[Reamesy]

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.

 

[Argyll Andy]

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

https://z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=123716&p=1766277&hilit=Wheel#p1766277

 

[Reamesy]

Cheers Andy. Will probably go with these

https://www.wheelbasealloys.com/alloy-wheels/veemann/v-fs28/silver-polished/19-inch-wider-rear/bmw/z4/e89

 

[Argyll Andy]

Cheers Andy. Will probably go with these

https://www.wheelbasealloys.com/alloy-wheels/veemann/v-fs28/silver-polished/19-inch-wider-rear/bmw/z4/e89

Veemans would’ve been my replacement choice too. Gone up a bit in price since I last liked at them

 

[Dave 2 dogs]

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

 

[Reamesy]

Dave 2 Dogs which style are those?

 

[Dave 2 dogs]

These on wheelbase alloys

 

[Dave 2 dogs]

In case you decide they might be a possible for you, here’s a picture of the full side profile

 

[Reamesy]

No issues with cracks and I assume you have ditched the RFs?

 

[Dave 2 dogs]

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

 

[Reamesy]

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

 

[Dave 2 dogs]

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

 

[Smartbear]

Had Veemanns on my e89 for several years now, in that time I’ve not heard of any cracking so I’d definitely recommend

Rob

 

[Reamesy]

Had Veemanns on my e89 for several years now, in that time I’ve not heard of any cracking so I’d definitely recommend
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Rob

Are those 18 or 19. Really appreciate all this advice

 

[Smartbear]

Had Veemanns on my e89 for several years now, in that time I’ve not heard of any cracking so I’d definitely recommend
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Rob

Are those 18 or 19. Really appreciate all this advice

19’s with a 35mm offset
Rob

 

[Reamesy]

Cheers fellas. I will update as I go

 

[Reamesy]

I’m considering going down to 18in OEM 325M shown below. The roads around Chester are very bad and I’m thinking it will improve the ride on long distance too. Any thoughts?

 

[Reamesy]

Option 1
So after getting a quote for two cracks (one on each rear) plus powder coating on all four came to £800-1000 then I would need new tyres at £600. And there is no guarantee they wont go again. Something I’m not willing to risk.

Option 2
A full set of 19” VEEMANNs but prefer OEM.

Option 3
I decided I would play it safe and go down to 18 inch 325M five spoke alloys. Picked up a full set for £600. Not quite as sexy looking but safer bet and still OEM.

I will post pictures on my car when they arrive. The car in the photos is not mine. But has the 325M wheels.

 

[Smartbear]

They’re a good compromise, not quite as good looking as some 19’s but you’re far less likely to have aggravation with cracked rims.
I’d shop around if you end up getting them powder coated, i paid £200 for my set to be refurbished a few months ago & welds should only be £50ish each.
£800 to £1000 is well over the top!
Rob

 

[Reamesy]

They’re a good compromise, not quite as good looking as some 19’s but you’re far less likely to have aggravation with cracked rims.
I’d shop around if you end up getting them powder coated, i paid £200 for my set to be refurbished a few months ago & welds should only be £50ish each.
£800 to £1000 is well over the top!
Rob

Agreed. I normally use Romax UK in Stockton but as I’m down in Cheshire everyone wants to have your eyes out. The roads round here are very bad so I think getting them repaired will be a continuous thing hence my safe bet.

It’s a shame as they have been recently refurbished so they are immaculate. I will sell them on as is.

Thank you for taking the time to respond to me. Photos to follow.