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FL318is
09-18-2006, 12:42 PM
I want to consider new 16"x7 rims. So far I like the Borbet but can't find out if they make them in a 16 with 4 lug. Also curious if anyone has a set of 16s and what offset works. Actually, what is the BBS stock rim offset?

automatic
09-18-2006, 01:23 PM
Doesn't look good, Tire Rack only has them in 15x7 and 14x6

Febi Guibo
09-18-2006, 01:50 PM
I think stock rims (both 14s/15s) are ET23

(I can hear the giant hand of 'correction' headed this way, however)

4-lug 16" rims are depressingly rare... maybe try http://tunershop.com or the wheel for sale classifieds at http://vwvortex.com/

FL318is
09-18-2006, 01:56 PM
I think stock rims (both 14s/15s) are ET23

(I can hear the giant hand of 'correction' headed this way, however)

4-lug 16" rims are depressingly rare... maybe try http://tunershop.com or the wheel for sale classifieds at http://vwvortex.com/

What are your rims again?

Eurospec
09-18-2006, 02:55 PM
Febi has Ronal LS's.

mikesjo
09-18-2006, 03:02 PM
Those borbets you posted are rather ugly imo, sorry :(.

FL318is
09-18-2006, 03:07 PM
Those borbets you posted are rather ugly imo, sorry :(.

:D Thats cool. There are other, better looking rims but I was wanting something that is easy to clean. I like the stock BBS but they are a PITA. I like the mesh but not to clean.

mikesjo
09-18-2006, 03:20 PM
:D Thats cool. There are other better loking rims but I was wanting something that is easy to clean. I like the stock BBS but they are a PITA. I like the mesh but not to clean.

100% agree with you.

dude8383
09-18-2006, 03:44 PM
whats your budget?

FL318is
09-18-2006, 03:53 PM
whats your budget?

I am open to possible options. The Borbet are cheap. I have the silver Beyern 5s on the E46. They were pretty reasonable as I recall. Suggestions? I would like to get 16x7s regardless of which rim I choose!

dude8383
09-18-2006, 04:18 PM
i really like fifedogs rims...also borbets..

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=73441

FL318is
09-18-2006, 04:33 PM
i really like fifedogs rims...also borbets..

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=73441
I like the looks well enough to get them for my car. Looks like 16x7.5" . I would prob put the BFg KDWs on them. Those babies grip like sticky velcro.

dude8383
09-18-2006, 05:46 PM
I like the looks well enough to get them for my car. Looks like 16x7.5" . I would prob put the BFg KDWs on them. Those babies grip like sticky velcro.

haha sweet..glad you like those.

ask fife where he got em. i want another set of rims for my car too, but im knee deep in this rebuild.

Febi Guibo
09-18-2006, 07:02 PM
ronal teddy bears are easy to clean!!!

do it!! ET25, perfect fit!

318-is
09-18-2006, 07:32 PM
Stock rims are deffo et25 people

FL318is
09-18-2006, 07:43 PM
ronal teddy bears are easy to clean!!!

do it!! ET25, perfect fit!

Do the chicks dig em???????

Febi Guibo
09-18-2006, 07:54 PM
Do the chicks dig em???????

I am literally the last person on earth to ask about what chicks dig, but I'm guessing, no they wouldn't really dig the ronal bears...

I know charlie wants a set however...!

dude8383
09-18-2006, 08:15 PM
I am literally the last person on earth to ask about what chicks dig

LOL

Sam...you have no shame!

haledj
09-18-2006, 10:49 PM
I want some ronal bears to put R-comps on. Man those would be some hot track wheels

M42boy
09-19-2006, 12:17 AM
100% agree with you.
PITA, but looks good on classic BMW body. I still think the Ronal LS 15x7" weaves are the best bargain out there for the older e30's.

Call Gary @ Ronal.

Alpine003
09-19-2006, 03:31 PM
Don't let brake dust sway your decision. Depending on what kind of brake pads you use, you can get the brake dust off real good with PS-21, although it is a bit on the expensive side.

Katz Tsubai
09-20-2006, 12:27 PM
My rims are painted anthracite (aka, gun metal gray). They blend very well with Hawk HP's brake dust, and have the ability to self-heal minor scratches :D

tampa e30
09-20-2006, 12:31 PM
here is a nice set:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E30-318-325-VW-Golf-Jetta-A1-A2-Ronal-BBS-Wheel-100_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43955QQihZ001QQitem Z110033472316QQrdZ1

dude8383
09-20-2006, 03:19 PM
here is a nice set:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E30-318-325-VW-Golf-Jetta-A1-A2-Ronal-BBS-Wheel-100_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43955QQihZ001QQitem Z110033472316QQrdZ1

wow those are sex.