OEM CSLs - anyone used Alloy Wheels Direct

[Mikey_Boy]

As per the title - has anyone used these guys for their OEM CSLs?

A quick google search will give you the address - they list both the CSL alloys and the 224s as available for the Z4M variants.

Any advice / experiences welcome!

 

[bmwaddict]

I havent used them but apparently Sopers BMW do a forum discount, you may get them cheaper there.

 

[srhutch]

They will not be genuine I don't think you will find. It's been discussed before.

 

[Mikey_Boy]

Wow - well that's a very expensive way of getting hold of replicas!

I'm guessing I'll need a chassis number for Sopers? Any ideas how to do that......??

 

[TomK]

No need for chassis numbers for csl wheels afaik at any dealer, it's the bumpers and other body bits some get a bit fussy about.

 

[srhutch]

I'll refer you to this:

http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=11822

Check with the supplier re all the markings before parting with your cash.

 

[Darren Slone]

Sytner wanted a chassis number from me, I went to Bridgewater BMW, Taunton, didn't need one and got 10% off without asking, Sebastian was the guy if he's still there, they were £1740

I don't think anyone except BMW will get you Genuine CSL's, check the guide Steves posted up, it was invaluable to me

 

[Darren Slone]

OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47 :x

 

[mr wilks]

OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47 :x

Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

 

[Darren Slone]

OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47 :x

Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

Ahhh cheers Andy, still worth doing homework on these though, pics of the backs etc

 

[mr wilks]

OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47 :x

Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

Ahhh cheers Andy, still worth doing homework on these though, pics of the backs etc

For sure D , so many fakes + copies around & no-one wants their pants pulling down

 

[Wondermike]

8 inch fronts are CS wheels.

 

[Mikey_Boy]

Thanks all - really helpful! I'm talking to my friendly BMW dealer to try and strike a deal.... :?

 

[hopz121]

Try Cotswold too they do great prices for M3cutter forum on CSL wheels, Call up parts and ask for Phil and mention cutters

 

[Anonymous]

OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47 :x

Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

Ahhh cheers Andy, still worth doing homework on these though, pics of the backs etc

Cs wheels i think as only difference is front 8/8.5j
Plus ask them for rear pics as bbs stamped etc on rears
Plus sopers over rated
Got mine from bmw as didn't find sopers either helpful or cheap

 

[Mikey_Boy]

Thanks all folks - my friendly local BMW dealer is now sourcing a set for me....

Last question - views on spacers for these - I'm running my 224s on Eibach 12mm spacers all round as this really helps with both the way the car looks and drives - I'm working on the assumption the CSLs don't need these?

Many thanks!

 

[Beedub]

10mm up front and your nice.

 

[Mikey_Boy]

Thanks Beedub...

Nothing at the rear required then? From what I've seen on willtheyfit.com, it follows that spacers at the front work, but no need at the back.

*CORRECTION* - I'm running 8mm spacers on mine currently, not 12mm reported above...