Pic request! Arktisgrau E34 on M-pars!

[Leonator134]

Hello all, My Akrtisgrau 540/6 currently sits on the stock honeycombs and will be on its winter wheels by the end of this week. However, I love M-pars and kind of want to put some on when it's time to take the winters off.

So, does anyone have any pictures of their/ or any Akrtis E34s on M-pars? I searched and looked through several pages of our" Your E34 as it sits" thread and didn't see any!
Thanks!
Leo

[BoldUlysses]

Do a search for AndrewH's 530i. If it's not Arktisgrau, it's pretty close, and he had M-pars on there for a time.

[Steve547i]

His is sterling. Any e34 looks good on mpars regardless of body color. Unless 4x4 status occurs.

[Leonator134]

Do a search for AndrewH's 530i. If it's not Arktisgrau, it's pretty close, and he had M-pars on there for a time.

Alright~!


His is sterling. Any e34 looks good on mpars regardless of body color. Unless 4x4 status occurs.

True. I just wanted to get a sense as to how mine would look because I don't think I've ever seen one!

[T444E]

http://www.kindel.com/BMW/

[ShapeShifter]

Your not gonna be breaking any new ground. Should fit in with the other 22% of e34 owners on this board..

[T444E]

Burn.

[Leonator134]

http://www.kindel.com/BMW/

Saw that, wasn't sure if it was Arktis


Your not gonna be breaking any new ground. Should fit in with the other 22% of e34 owners on this board..

I am aware, as stated I am just curious to see how my car would look.

[T444E]

charlie's 1995 bmw 540i "m-sport" 6-speed

i purchased this car in september 1999 from it's 2nd owner in san antonio, tx. It has about 40,000 70,000 miles on it and is pristine condition.
stock specifications



arctic silver paint

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[Leonator134]

Burn.

Thank you kindly, Garrett.


[/list]
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Arktisilber?

My fault for saying I was looking for "Arktis", short handing Arktisgrau. Point taken.

[T444E]

[x] Rustled.

[Leonator134]

[x] Rustled.

;)

[AndrewH]

Your not gonna be breaking any new ground. Should fit in with the other 22% of e34 owners on this board..

There's a reason everyone runs them and other nice looking wheels. Plus in the real world (ie not the forum) how often do you see Mpars/style 5's/etc on an e34, pretty much never.

[Leonator134]

There's a reason everyone runs them and other nice looking wheels. Plus in the real world (ie not the forum) how often do you see Mpars/style 5's/etc on an e34, pretty much never.

Case in point!

[ShapeShifter]

I hear ya...

[x] unrustled

[Steve547i]

Everyday I see mpars on an e34. Bloodhound has them. His dad has them on an 840. Hlydvl has them on an e39 during summer. They're nice but not my cup of tea all the time.

[AndrewH]

Everyday I see mpars on an e34. Bloodhound has them. His dad has them on an 840. Hlydvl has them on an e39 during summer. They're nice but not my cup of tea all the time.

Thanks for proving my point brah. I went more unique with the e36 wheels due to the sheer fact that so many people have e36's. Upgraded stock wheels are fine on the e34 and look great imo.

[Steve547i]

I know. Was reiterating your point essentially.

[Leonator134]

I've never seen M-pars on an E34 :( Only on E38s which are still mighty cool.

And E39s.

The Cape E34s all wear their factory shoes.

[Shoomakan]

Your not gonna be breaking any new ground. Should fit in with the other 22% of e34 owners on this board..

Hey, if I find a nice set of JDM style wheels that I think would look good on her, I'd go for it. It is just that for 18" OEM BMW wheels, I don't think there is anything nicer or more appropriate for our vehicles (unless there is such a thing as factory staggered 18" style 5's)

I went from staggered Style 5's to staggered T-Stars, and then moved on to the M-Pars. The car really feels like it is best suited for them, oddly enough.

Anyways, wasn't taken back by your comment. Just wanted to explain why I in particular have them. :P

[ShapeShifter]

18" staggered 5's?
Had'em, didn't like'em

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l143/Smokiemon968/89%20BMW%20635CSI/7960c20d.jpg

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l143/Smokiemon968/BMW%20Touring/11e2a918.jpg

[T444E]

I may have a set of M-Pars for sale soon. Less tires.

[Leonator134]

Dooodz, to each their own. For real.

Garrett let me know when y'all wanna sell 'em. I'm only an hour away, after all.

[njg86]

I have some for $700 shipped!

[thatonedood]

Funny someone brought up staggered style 5s. I had been thinking those'd look great on your car Leo. You can't go wrong with Mpars though. Classic good looks and relatively cheap, but... :dunno zzz...

[gixxerboy63]

DUDE! I was waiting for you to start thinking about putting Mpars on! Not just because I have a MINT set for sale, but because I think your car is extremely nice and is screaming for them.... I borrowed this picture from someone here (don't remember their username) and I am not sure if this is Arktisgrau, but I think it will give you a pretty good idea of what your car will look like with Mpars..... Pure HOTNESS!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8080/8284441463_24ac24a8db_c.jpg

and here's a peek at my Mpars...

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8178/7888718548_9b0fdd935f_c.jpg

for sale here;
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1921028&highlight=mpars

[Leonator134]

I have some for $700 shipped!

Not in the market yet, unfortunately. Have money on reserve, but I don't want to spend anything until after the winter (no work at the marina during the winter).


Funny someone brought up staggered style 5s. I had been thinking those'd look great on your car Leo. You can't go wrong with Mpars though. Classic good looks and relatively cheap, but... :dunno zzz...

I do like style 5s!! I like both, but I find M-pars are easier to find and cheaper. And on a side note, easier to clean :rofl


DUDE! I was waiting for you to start thinking about putting Mpars on! Not just because I have a MINT set for sale, but because I think your car is extremely nice and is screaming for them.... I borrowed this picture from someone here (don't remember their username) and I am not sure if this is Arktisgrau, but I think it will give you a pretty good idea of what your car will look like with Mpars..... Pure HOTNESS!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8080/8284441463_24ac24a8db_c.jpg

and here's a peek at my Mpars...

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8178/7888718548_9b0fdd935f_c.jpg

for sale here;
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1921028&highlight=mpars

WOW! That has got to be Arktisgrau and is HOT! That sold me on M-pars.

WOW again! Yours are absolutely mint. However, I think more than I want to spend. Also wasn't looking to buy anything right now. Unless you want to give a kid a deal :)

[M540fella]

http://i1160.photobucket.com/albums/q497/Jperry1011/20121212_155052.jpg

[gixxerboy63]

Not in the market yet, unfortunately. Have money on reserve, but I don't want to spend anything until after the winter (no work at the marina during the winter).

WOW! That has got to be Arktisgrau and is HOT! That sold me on M-pars.

WOW again! Yours are absolutely mint. However, I think more than I want to spend. Also wasn't looking to buy anything right now. Unless you want to give a kid a deal :)

As nice as your car is, you don't want to run a set that isn't near perfect. Really nice wheels will make a car; even cars that are not so perfect look ten times better with wheels that are not trashed (scratched, rashed, etc...).

....and by the time you refinish/repair a set of not-so-perfect wheels, you will be into them for more than if you simply bought a really nice set to begin with.

Sorry, I don't have much headroom on mine; I would not be able to replace them for anywhere near my asking price.

[Leonator134]

As nice as your car is, you don't want to run a set that isn't near perfect. Really nice wheels will make a car; even cars that are not so perfect look ten times better with wheels that are not trashed (scratched, rashed, etc...).

....and by the time you refinish/repair a set of not-so-perfect wheels, you will be into them for more than if you simply bought a really nice set to begin with.

Sorry, I don't have much headroom on mine; I would not be able to replace them for anywhere near my asking price.

I know I know, but that's a lot of dough especially when you think about that it's on wheels that I don't need, just want.

[gixxerboy63]

:cool
(Just keep looking at this picture);
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8080/8284441463_24ac24a8db_c.jpg

Go Ahead; Spend the money! You know you want them....
:devillook

[Leonator134]

:cool
(Just keep looking at this picture);
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8080/8284441463_24ac24a8db_c.jpg

Go Ahead; Spend the money! You know you want them....
:devillook

You are the devil that sits on my shoulder.

I couldn't spend more than $1,000.

[gixxerboy63]

Hahahahaha!
I'm not twisting your arm, but your car does deserve a good set.
:cool

$1000 is a decent budget, but it wouldn't buy mine. :stickoutt Every other set I have seen up for sale has had some sort of rash, scratches or imperfections. You will get what you pay for every time; just make sure you get a good set for your car!

[Leonator134]

Hahahahaha!
I'm not twisting your arm, but your car does deserve a good set.
:cool

$1000 is a decent budget, but it wouldn't buy mine. :stickoutt Every other set I have seen up for sale has had some sort of rash, scratches or imperfections. You will get what you pay for every time; just make sure you get a good set for your car!

If* I ever get a set of any wheels. Can't get any now, anyway! Will see what's for sale in the spring. Thanks for the pics!

[staystackin]

Wheels and suspension are always worth it. If you buy your car, detail it and then change the suspension and add the wheels you want... You've already solidified how awesome your e34 is. I went wheels before suspension, waited around for a while on stock height with a few different sets. (M-par reps, another set of mpar reps, then my staggered m systems) Once I finally got my coilovers, I was set because I had wheels I already loved. Got tires sized better, spacers, and voila.

the key to wheels is patience.. Have your money saved and check the classifieds here and on the general forum every once in a while, you have all winter. Come summer you'll have found a baller set of wheels for a good price because you were patient. Then you're stylin.

[Leonator134]

Wheels and suspension are always worth it. If you buy your car, detail it and then change the suspension and add the wheels you want... You've already solidified how awesome your e34 is. I went wheels before suspension, waited around for a while on stock height with a few different sets. (M-par reps, another set of mpar reps, then my staggered m systems) Once I finally got my coilovers, I was set because I had wheels I already loved. Got tires sized better, spacers, and voila.

the key to wheels is patience.. Have your money saved and check the classifieds here and on the general forum every once in a while, you have all winter. Come summer you'll have found a baller set of wheels for a good price because you were patient. Then you're stylin.

Thanks man, that's certainly my plan. However, I'm pretty content with the suspension on my car! PO put Bilsteins all around and I'm not really a fan of lowered cars. Will certainly be looking around!

[ShapeShifter]

Keeping trolling Craigslist. You should be able to find a decent set with tires for $600 or so.
Don't waste your cash in shipping.

[rivalschools]

I keep debating swapping my 5's for m-pars, because m-pars look way cooler than 5's in pics on the board, then I go look at my car and the internal debate begins again...

[Leonator134]

Do whatcha gotta do!

[gixxerboy63]

Maybe you will get lucky like this guy (Jungerishere) and buy a set for $75!;
:eyecrazy

[QUOTE=Jungerishere;25625699]Yep. As in $75.00 as in seventy-five dollars for the set of 4. Three of the rims had some minor curb rash and the seller just wanted them gone from his garage. Curb rash was an easy fix. Sanded them down from 80 to 120 to 120 to 400 to 1000 to 2000 and polished with Mother's Billet. They look good as new. :redspot Just the outter lip looks more polished than the rest of the rim but I don't mind.

[Leonator134]

Maybe you will get lucky like this guy (Jungerishere) and buy a set for $75!;
:eyecrazy

[QUOTE=Jungerishere;25625699]Yep. As in $75.00 as in seventy-five dollars for the set of 4. Three of the rims had some minor curb rash and the seller just wanted them gone from his garage. Curb rash was an easy fix. Sanded them down from 80 to 120 to 120 to 400 to 1000 to 2000 and polished with Mother's Billet. They look good as new. :redspot Just the outter lip looks more polished than the rest of the rim but I don't mind.

Yeah I saw that. Lucky bastid, he is! Still can't believe it.

[UptownLove]

Yea. Patience is key. I waited around for a set of m-para for about a year before I found and good set for a decent price. Although I got lucky because he thought they were reps. Once I got a good look at them found out they were OEM e38 M-pars.

[thatracer]

I say mpars all they way. I just got some and love them.

[Leonator134]

Oh boy I forgot how much I also like style 32s...

[gixxerboy63]

I think Mpars are the best looking wheel for our cars unless you go with Real Alpinas, AC Schnitzers, or Hartges :D..... Mpars fit our hubs and are period correct for our cars. Style 32's were designed for the e39 and have a different hub bore, so you will have to run hubcentric rings. Not really a big deal, but I like the idea of wheels that fit without modifications.

[Steve547i]

There are e39 fitment mpars though. They only came on our cars on the 95 m5 though and not in US. They were proper hub bore. E38 ones are super common but tires won't work. Reps are even more common.

Fwiw, gixxers set is immaculate. Providing tires are included its a great deal. It might be slightly over your budget but there is no work on your end.
E38 tires will not work if you are looking for oem. So providing they are undamaged you need tires. If they are damaged then you are going to want them clean. I'd hope so at least because your car is very clean.
After buying/selling too many wheels, if I was looking for m-pars I'd bite the bullet on his fir peace of mind. Price out good 18inch tires when you get a shot.

[gixxerboy63]

There are e39 fitment mpars though. They only came on our cars on the 95 m5 though and not in US. They were proper hub bore. E38 ones are super common but tires won't work. Reps are even more common.

True on three accounts (well almost); there were Mpars available for the e39 Msport in the 74.10 hub bore. There were e34 specific offsets only offered in Europe; unfortunately, they are NLA and very difficult to find. Mine are e38 offsets/72.56 hubs and they Do work!....Perfectly! I have no fitment problems whatsoever. Of course if you run seven series rubber, you will have issues and it will look funny. I run the correct 18" tire suggested by Tire Rack for my car. Therefore, I am quite happy with them and I have no real reason or desire to search out a set of e34 specific fitment rims that would change the offsets.

Other than to have bragging rites....
:rolleyes

[Leonator134]

Ugh, you guys are killing me! OBVIOUSLY I want them. But I can't pay 1.2 right now. I've got more than enough on reserve, but with no steady income it's a lot to spend at once. Also considering that I'm currently expanding my musical equipment (which isn't cheap either), I don't want to spend all of my money :(

Just so we're clear, Gixxer's M-pars are straight bolt on with no mods with good tires?

Edit: Ad says tires are not included. MAYBE if they were..

[TGreene]

Yeah. If you want a perfect set of M-Pars, hi would be the set to buy. They are the best looking ones I have ever seen and I am always checking them out. I love mine but they are curbed up a bit.

I would go for 32s but I have heard they are heavy. I wonder what the weight difference is between a 18x8 M-Par and a 18x8 Style 32.

I have since added the centercaps which makes a big, big difference. I love these wheels.

http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l637/trevorcgreene/Macao%20Blue%20E34%20M5/1F4DED6F-E2AB-467A-AB3C-27E21B063416-1239-000000A957E07287.jpg

[Leonator134]

Yeah. If you want a perfect set of M-Pars, hi would be the set to buy. They are the best looking ones I have ever seen and I am always checking them out. I love mine but they are curbed up a bit.

I would go for 32s but I have heard they are heavy. I wonder what the weight difference is between a 18x8 M-Par and a 18x8 Style 32.

I have since added the centercaps which makes a big, big difference. I love these wheels.

http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l637/trevorcgreene/Macao%20Blue%20E34%20M5/1F4DED6F-E2AB-467A-AB3C-27E21B063416-1239-000000A957E07287.jpg

They are just so sexy! Is there a difference in ride quality going to 18s from 15s? Probably a dumb question. Wheel noob here!~

[TGreene]

Yes, the trade off will be less body roll and more feedback from the road. Obviously when I label it as feedback, I am putting my own positive spin on it - I prefer it that way. Other people might describe the ride as becoming harsher.

Disclaimer - I am not expert, but I have heard this a lot:

When deciding to run a larger wheel, remember that the heavier wheels can amplify the symptoms or accelerate the progression of existing suspension/steering issues.

If the above is true, you will want to make sure that your front end is nice and tight before buying a set.

[Leonator134]

Yes, the trade off will be less body roll and more feedback from the road. Obviously when I label it as feedback, I am putting my own positive spin on it - I prefer it that way. Other people might describe the ride as becoming harsher.

Disclaimer - I am not expert, but I have heard this a lot:

When deciding to run a larger wheel, remember that the heavier wheels can amplify the symptoms or accelerate the progression of existing suspension/steering issues.

If the above is true, you will want to make sure that your front end is nice and tight before buying a set.

Hmmm. There are new parts in the front end and I feel positive the front end is tight. However, the car pulls to left at 70mph+, but I always associated that to the wheels. May not be weighted correctly and the front and back have different tires. They also whine at high speed.

[AndrewH]

Yes, the trade off will be less body roll and more feedback from the road. Obviously when I label it as feedback, I am putting my own positive spin on it - I prefer it that way. Other people might describe the ride as becoming harsher.

Disclaimer - I am not expert, but I have heard this a lot:

When deciding to run a larger wheel, remember that the heavier wheels can amplify the symptoms or accelerate the progression of existing suspension/steering issues.

If the above is true, you will want to make sure that your front end is nice and tight before buying a set.

Definitely true.

[510Bimmer]

Here is mine ;)

:alright

NVM the forum wont let me upload photographs :(

[rivalschools]

What TGreene said, and don't forget prices on tires go WAY the heck up once you go over 16"-17's for performance tires.

(another reason I'm sticking with the 5's, though there's a nice set of t-stars with new tires in the classifieds, hmmmm)

[Leonator134]

I'll probably end up just sticking with the honeys.

[bfp9]

I'll probably end up just sticking with the honeys.
Good lord that was quite the change in heart!

I always had a dream of getting a square set of M-pars in 18x9.5 and running 275s all around with some fender work in the front. That was my dream. Or some style 65s, which I think are possibly one of the best looking wheels BMW has ever made. Maybe not for the e34, but overall they are pretty damn sexy.

[Brake_L8]

They are just so sexy! Is there a difference in ride quality going to 18s from 15s? Probably a dumb question. Wheel noob here!~

It'll ride a bit rougher, because you're reducing the height of the sidewall.

[staystackin]

I'll probably end up just sticking with the honeys.

Haha, I doubt the longevity of that statement's truth. You'll have a set of wheels next summer and you know it.

[Leonator134]

It'll ride a bit rougher, because you're reducing the height of the sidewall.

Thanks!


Good lord that was quite the change in heart!
.


Haha, I doubt the longevity of that statement's truth. You'll have a set of wheels next summer and you know it.

It's just such a hassle! It all sounds good in my mind, but then rims, tires, change in ride, blah blah blah. And it all costs soooo much money! Seems like a lot of work to me for what I don't even need. But to you all I'm sure it just sounds like I'm b*tching and moaning :)

Anyway, thanks all for the info and pictures!

[M540fella]

Just keep browsing CL and the classifieds. There was a pair of mpars for $300 on ATL CL couple of months ago. You might piece togeter a set that need repair and since you're a pretty handy youngin', you could do the refinishing yourself. I remember Dani540 (me thinks that's his sn) did a refinish on a set in his build thread. I'll try and find it. Oh and


http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n291/newbreedbawler/264897_249520305059580_100000048364855_1084682_403 6583_n-2.jpg

[thatracer]

Ride improved on my touring. Im using e38 mpars and no hub centric ring needed they fits perfect. Tires are 245 40 18 front and rear 265 40 18.

[Leonator134]

Thanks guys, I'll certainly keep mine eyes open.

[M540fella]

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1933555

[Leonator134]

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1933555

M-pars erry where. Thx fer link.

[Steve547i]

If any wheels are damaged when you get then, and the damage isn't too bad, I can help you get them fixed.

[SwissCheeseHead]

I don't even see any e34s in my area...much less with m-pars. They're a great wheel imo and would actually be my wheel of choice. Also leaning very heavily towards style 32's. Can be had for relatively cheap too with some work.


http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1933555


M-pars erry where. Thx fer link.

Those look like chit.

[gixxerboy63]

I don't even see any e34s in my area...much less with m-pars.

I agree. There are a lot of e34s on this forum that have Mpars, but I think it's pretty rare to see one in the everyday world.

[Leonator134]

If any wheels are damaged when you get then, and the damage isn't too bad, I can help you get them fixed.

Shanks Steve!

[gixxerboy63]

Still has a small amount of rash, but one of the better sets I have seen;
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1926408

[Leonator134]

Still has a small amount of rash, but one of the better sets I have seen;
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1926408

Tasty. Hopefully there'll be a good set for sale come spring!

I see M-pars on an E34 everyday... lol the same E34 :rofl
http://capecod.craigslist.org/ctd/3493466222.html

[Steve547i]

http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/pts/3494581975.html

[Leonator134]

http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/pts/3494581975.html

Chrome :(

[gixxerboy63]

Yeah, chrome....
but for $600 (or less), you get good tires too. Wouldn't look horrible on Arktisgrau.

[Leonator134]

Meehhhhhhhhh. Thanks for the link.

[M540fella]

:dunno:dunnoPlasti dipped gunmetal grey maybe...I thought the chrome sets were reps.

[Touringfanatic]

I've never seen M-pars on an E34 :( Only on E38s which are still mighty cool.

And E39s.

The Cape E34s all wear their factory shoes.

Ok, my Picts are too big but my avatar says it all.

Somebody please tell me if deflating the spare M-Par and tire(I have a mobile way of inflating it) will make it fit into the spare tire well??

[Leonator134]

Ok, my Picts are too big but my avatar says it all.

Yes.

[Touringfanatic]

Yes.

Thanks!!!

[Leonator134]

Thanks!!!

Would love a touring. Really good looking car there.

Also M-pars. Would love M-pars :rolf