[math4scher]

Does anyone know what tires come standard on the 228i Msport? If not the Michelin Pilot Super Sport, then is it possible to order them? Thanks!

[Mirage_3]

My sales rep told me the 228i has run flats standard for both performance or all season and couldnt say for sure on the model of tire or even brand. This seems to be supported by the order guide he gave me....

[MikeG12]

Different wheels too! Why?

[basiluf]

The one I just saw had some sort of Bridgestone tire on them. I wish I saw this thread before I left my dealership so I would have gotten the exact tire.

[basiluf]

[therealm3]

see, this really annoys me. Its the same size and come from the same assembly line, so why can't I choose to have the PSS's instead of run flats. Come on BMW. we are shelling out 40k for a car...

My theory is that the tires make a huge difference in the improved handling and ride quality of the M235 and they want more model differentiation as to not steal sales.

I think the M sport 228 wheels look better that the 235 ones...

[Mark's M]

Originally Posted by therealm3

see, this really annoys me. Its the same size and come from the same assembly line, so why can't I choose to have the PSS's instead of run flats. Come on BMW. we are shelling out 40k for a car...

My theory is that the tires make a huge difference in the improved handling and ride quality of the M235 and they want more model differentiation as to not steal sales.

I think the M sport 228 wheels look better that the 235 ones...

Your theory is absolutely correct on both counts. Unfortunately you will not be able to get the PSS's on a 228 unless you buy them aftermarket. But hey, it's a trade off sort of 'cause the 228 M-Sport gets those wheels. I'm really not liking those on the M235 no matter how hard I try.

[Greenkirby21]

Originally Posted by therealm3

see, this really annoys me. Its the same size and come from the same assembly line, so why can't I choose to have the PSS's instead of run flats. Come on BMW. we are shelling out 40k for a car...

My theory is that the tires make a huge difference in the improved handling and ride quality of the M235 and they want more model differentiation as to not steal sales.

I think the M sport 228 wheels look better that the 235 ones...

that is the purpose of model differentiation. Even the 335i does not come with PSS, only M or M performance. If everything was available on the 228i nobody would buy a M235i

That being said, switch to PSS once your initial run flat tires wear out!

[basiluf]

My opinion is that the 228i sportline wheels look the best on the 2er.

[therealm3]

Originally Posted by Greenkirby21

That being said, switch to PSS once your initial run flat tires wear out!

ugh, I can't go another 3 years on run flats knowing how much better PSS's are.

[Greenkirby21]

Originally Posted by therealm3

ugh, I can't go another 3 years on run flats knowing how much better PSS's are.

oo i see. my run flats lasted only 12k miles aka 1.5 years

[Esteban15]

Michelin PSS...summer...how can someone not like this unless there in winter weather like Fargo, ND

[SuitedUp]

Originally Posted by basiluf

My opinion is that the 228i sportline wheels look the best on the 2er.

Completely agree. Saw both in person today, looked great.