Do 17s fit on a 330d?

amaar_malik · 03-25-2015, 04:14 PM

Do 17inch alloys fit on a 330d?

Or would it look too odd being so small.

Has anyone got pics of 17s on their F30

F30Andy · 03-25-2015, 04:20 PM

For better acceleration or just as an aesthetic mod?

If the latter, why?

RichardJ · 03-25-2015, 04:24 PM

I have a 330d m sport and use 225 50 r17s as winter wheels. They fit fine but don't look as impressive as the standard 18s. The 17s don't grip as well either.

The sport trim line has 17s as standard which I think look good so maybe in depends on the style of wheel.

RichardJ · 03-25-2015, 04:26 PM

Just to add that if you have m sport plus upgraded brakes the 17s won't fit.

ashley6285 · 03-25-2015, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by RichardJ

I have a 330d m sport and use 225 50 r17s as winter wheels. They fit fine but don't look as impressive as the standard 18s. The 17s don't grip as well either.

The sport trim line has 17s as standard which I think look good so maybe in depends on the style of wheel.

Depends on whether you have M Performance brake set as included with the M Sport Plus package. If so I believe 18's are as small as you can go.

Nick the Greek · 03-25-2015, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by amaar_malik

Do 17inch alloys fit on a 330d?

Or would it look too odd being so small.

Has anyone got pics of 17s on their F30

Smaller is better?

Beancounter_74 · 03-25-2015, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick the Greek

Quote:

Originally Posted by amaar_malik

Do 17inch alloys fit on a 330d?

Or would it look too odd being so small.

Has anyone got pics of 17s on their F30

Smaller is better?

You keep trying to convince Mrs NTG that

....,,,,..,,.. · 03-25-2015, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Beancounter_74

You keep trying to convince Mrs NTG that

Nah Mrs NTG, knows exactly what a proper cock looks like.....

Sorry too tempting

amaar_malik · 03-25-2015, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by F30Andy

For better acceleration or just as an aesthetic mod?

If the latter, why?

For aesthetic, ive found so many nice alloys but they are all 17s!

robbiep · 03-25-2015, 05:23 PM

Going to BMW's site and building a car, the 330d SE has 17" rims as standard.
As others have stated, the M Sport brakes (if fitted) mean a minimum of 18" wheels though.
Edit : probably the best way to see what they'd look like too.
In my opinion, they look a bit small. 18s look a lot better.

Nick the Greek · 03-25-2015, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Beancounter_74

You keep trying to convince Mrs NTG that

Edinburra · 03-25-2015, 05:53 PM

17 inch Wheels with 225/50/17 Winter tyres.

amaar_malik · 03-26-2015, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Edinburra

17 inch Wheels with 225/50/17 Winter tyres.

Thanks for the pic!!

I wonder what 17s on mine would look like since my car is so low. I guess i could fill the arches by just going lower. Plus the wheels i have been looking at are around 9.5j/10j on the rear with a aggressive offset

JoshB25 · 03-26-2015, 04:10 PM

Must be BBS or OZ splits?

amaar_malik · 03-26-2015, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by JoshB25

Must be BBS or OZ splits?

They are! Theres tons in 17s but finding it hard to find 18s for a decent price, theres a few but 3/4k which i cant afford!

The 17s are fetching between 1-2k

Edinburra · 03-26-2015, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by amaar_malik

They are! Theres tons in 17s but finding it hard to find 18s for a decent price, theres a few but 3/4k which i cant afford!

The 17s are fetching between 1-2k

Try this site for 18" Alloys
http://www.mrwinterwheels.co.uk

HighlandPete · 03-26-2015, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by amaar_malik

I wonder what 17s on mine would look like since my car is so low. I guess i could fill the arches by just going lower. Plus the wheels i have been looking at are around 9.5j/10j on the rear with a aggressive offset

Why do you feel they will be small? They are the same diameter as any other wheel combination, just that you have more rubber and less rim.

Your wheel arch gap will be the same, at your current ride height.

HighlandPete

JoshB25 · 03-26-2015, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by amaar_malik

They are! Theres tons in 17s but finding it hard to find 18s for a decent price, theres a few but 3/4k which i cant afford!

The 17s are fetching between 1-2k

A friend of mine converts 17-18's with stepped lips and barrels. Look awesome!

amaar_malik · 03-27-2015, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by JoshB25

A friend of mine converts 17-18's with stepped lips and barrels. Look awesome!

Have you got any more info?? Or maybe a website or link. How much does he charge for something like that? PM if you wish

amaar_malik · 03-27-2015, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by HighlandPete

Why do you feel they will be small? They are the same diameter as any other wheel combination, just that you have more rubber and less rim.

Your wheel arch gap will be the same, at your current ride height.

HighlandPete

I wanted more rim than rubber. I have 18s on atm i would prefer not to go any smaller if possible lol

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