what is the max tire size for front and rear?

[gajah]

another quick question,

what is the max tire size for front and rear?
can i go for 20"?
and do you guys know how the "machined" finish look like? is it the same with the "diamond cut"?

i'm planning to get a new set of wheels

thank you =)

 

[WLH]

If my memory serves me correctly you are running 19" now. I know 20" rims have been done but as far as tire sizes and offsets I can't help. If someone else does not come along that can give you better info you might try sending GP20 who is a member here a PM as I know he has a lots of knowledge about tires and rims,

 

[sp3ctre]

This will probably get a better response in the general forum... will move it for ya

 

[inTgr8r]

JMO, but 20s are too large for the Z4 (heavy too)

 

[GP20]

JMO, but 20s are too large for the Z4 (heavy too)

+1. 20's are too big for the Z4. I can't think of one good thing that 20" rims would provide.

- terrible ride comfort (heck I have 19's now and I've been wanting to go back to 18"s)
- looks ghetto on a small car like the Z4; this isn't the 6 series.
- you'll need 30 and 25 profile tires which means very little side wall and very expensive tires
- rims are more prone to bend due to little side wall protection
- makes your Z4 even slower & less nimble. Your gas mileage will go down even more.
- did I mention 20" rims look ghetto on a Z4?

 

[DHK]

JMO, but 20s are too large for the Z4 (heavy too)

+1. 20's are too big for the Z4. I can't think of one good thing that 20" rims would provide.

- terrible ride comfort (heck I have 19's now and I've been wanting to go back to 18"s)
- looks ghetto on a small car like the Z4; this isn't the 6 series.
- you'll need 30 and 25 profile tires which means very little side wall and very expensive tires
- rims are more prone to bend due to little side wall protection
- makes your Z4 even slower & less nimble. Your gas mileage will go down even more.
- did I mention 20" rims look ghetto on a Z4?

+1

 

[JetBlackZ]

JMO, but 20s are too large for the Z4 (heavy too)

+1. 20's are too big for the Z4. I can't think of one good thing that 20" rims would provide.

- terrible ride comfort (heck I have 19's now and I've been wanting to go back to 18"s)
- looks ghetto on a small car like the Z4; this isn't the 6 series.
- you'll need 30 and 25 profile tires which means very little side wall and very expensive tires
- rims are more prone to bend due to little side wall protection
- makes your Z4 even slower & less nimble. Your gas mileage will go down even more.
- did I mention 20" rims look ghetto on a Z4?

+1

Unless you want it to be a show car 20's are just way too big. It kind of resembles a roller skate when a small car has BIG rims.

 

[Rick Hunter]

I've got 19"s on mine (see below) and some days I think it's borderline "ghetto." I would not go with 20" for the same reasons mentioned above.

As far as tire widths, I've seen 245/275 without much issues, and even read somewhere someone doing 255/285. I guess it depends on the offsets.

'07 Imola Red Coupé

 

[WLH]

Rick Hunter, I know 245/275 is not an issue on the "M" but I believe the 245 front on the non "M" Zed without some mods could be a problem...

I am likely going to be looking for new tires about a year from now and if anyone had fitted 245's to the front without any issues I would like to hear about it....

 

[Z4coupe]

I've got 19"s on mine (see below) and some days I think it's borderline "ghetto." I would not go with 20" for the same reasons mentioned above.

As far as tire widths, I've seen 245/275 without much issues, and even read somewhere someone doing 255/285. I guess it depends on the offsets.

'07 Imola Red Coupé

I actually like the look of your car Rick, I was looking into the Beyern type5 Rims. What Are your tire sizes because I like the look of your setup

 

[Ski]

I've got the widest low profile shoes, 18's, and w/ spacers to boot and it sets off nicely..19's are pushing it and 20's are out of the question..

 

[Rick Hunter]

I actually like the look of your car Rick, I was looking into the Beyern type5 Rims. What Are your tire sizes because I like the look of your setup

MiRó Type 346 a.k.a. M6 Replicas (Silver/Gunmetal finish):
19 x 8.5 ET35 front with 245/35/19 tires
19 x 9.5 ET20 rear with 275/30/19 tires

Here's my full writeup: http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=1046

 

[Z4coupe]

I actually like the look of your car Rick, I was looking into the Beyern type5 Rims. What Are your tire sizes because I like the look of your setup

MiRó Type 346 a.k.a. M6 Replicas (Silver/Gunmetal finish):
19 x 8.5 ET35 front with 245/35/19 tires
19 x 9.5 ET20 rear with 275/30/19 tires

Here's my full writeup: http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=1046

Nice write up.Only one question you probaly wont want to answer. Did you get them from modbargains? I was looking at them. I just dont want any problems while dropping down that much money. Im usually not confrontartional, just when someone has my money though I can be.

 

[Rick Hunter]

Hmmm... who knows if service has improved with that company... a bit of a hit or miss with members across several forums. I will only say that they're still in transition concerning damage control resolution, and that I say it with respect. I don't want to start any flamewars. :innocent: