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    16" Wheels....

    Hey Guys, have a set of 16" snow tires and thinking about the idea of a cheap set of 16" as I've had to drive the M3 a few times this winter already (due to bad logistics and my truck getting left away from home).

    Either way, I know 16's have a mostly 'no-go' from what I remember on clearing to front brakes.

    Anyone have a decent list of 'work' vs. 'don't work' wheels? Or is this just a test fit and see deal? (obviously will be doing that if I go get some).


    ...one set in question:
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    There are no BMW factory 16” wheels that will fit over the calipers of an E36 M3, and the list of 16” aftermarket wheels that fit is on a ‘try them’ basis.


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    I have a set of 16" Mille Miglia's that fit on my 1997 M3 that I could sell you. Interested?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Twright View Post
    I have a set of 16" Mille Miglia's that fit on my 1997 M3 that I could sell you. Interested?
    What are wheel specs of those 16"s. Offset, width...

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    Thanks guys, did a ton of research and found 'test fit required' is about the best answer.

    ...in the mean while, found a set of c4 16" salad shooters for $50 that I'll probably pickup in stead for these...assuming they clear the calipers :/
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    16x8 basket weaves due in fact clear the M calipers

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    so hawt^
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    Quote Originally Posted by bmw328m52 View Post
    What are wheel specs of those 16"s. Offset, width...
    I'm not sure about the offset, but they are 7.5" wide and say: "7.5J x 16H2 Spyder" on them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by AlpineM3OldAsMe View Post
    16x8 basket weaves due in fact clear the M calipers

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    Pokey pokey.

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    y'all will hate on this. But oh well - better to end the thread with an answer.



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    Those actually look great, wow.. I am impressed

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    I kind of like it. Are those Corvette wheels?

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    Yep, '88 standard/base wheels - 16x8.5 on all 4.
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    Wow, i'm digging both the basket weaves and the vette wheels.
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