Waiting for the new car...but started buying bits already

Grant_7 · 03-28-2016, 12:23 PM

Well it was inevitable really.

Despite ordering 5 weeks ago, and despite still not having a confirmed build date, I had to quell my new-car thirst with a purchase. And good old Ebay certainly came up trumps with this mint (and I do mean mint) set of winter 405M wheels with Pirelli Sotto Zero tyres.

Glad I didn't pay the £2,180 the dealer wanted!!!

Englishbloke · 03-28-2016, 12:30 PM

I've got the same winter wheels, they look great!

subsy · 03-28-2016, 12:47 PM

If you don't mind me asking what did you pay? Or rather what do you lot consider to be a good deal on a set of those?

Ham1 · 03-28-2016, 02:45 PM

Great buy! Now u can winter in style.

Grant_7 · 03-28-2016, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by subsy

If you don't mind me asking what did you pay? Or rather what do you lot consider to be a good deal on a set of those?

I got them for £820 which I consider is a (very) good deal. The wheels do not have any marks or damage, inside or out, and the tyres have circa 6-7mm of tread on them. Well pleased

TB_330i · 03-28-2016, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Grant_7

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Originally Posted by subsy

If you don't mind me asking what did you pay? Or rather what do you lot consider to be a good deal on a set of those?

I got them for £820 which I consider is a (very) good deal. The wheels do not have any marks or damage, inside or out, and the tyres have circa 6-7mm of tread on them. Well pleased

Cracking deal! Can probably shift your delivery wheels for close to that? Or keeping for winters?

subsy · 03-29-2016, 01:47 AM

Thanks Grant

Grant_7 · 03-29-2016, 01:48 AM

These new 405Ms are my winters (my car will be delivered with 403Ms for Summer)

teaston · 03-29-2016, 02:36 AM

Look great! But it's Spring!

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Grant_7 · 03-29-2016, 05:23 AM

Yes, well spotted.

cncmastr · 03-29-2016, 06:55 AM

I've spent so much money already on buying parts for a car that I don't have yet; detailing bits, rear floor mat, child seat base protector, etc.

exocet · 03-29-2016, 07:01 AM

these are forged rims and are lighter(9.2kg vs 12.2kg of 400m). I put michelin pilot sport 4 on them and run 38psi all round. compared to the 400m staggered set up with run crap, the overall unsprung weight reduction of 21kg makes quite an improvement in handling, throttle response, acceleration and braking distance.

TB_330i · 03-29-2016, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Grant_7

These new 405Ms are my winters (my car will be delivered with 403Ms for Summer)

Ah makes more sense now. I thought they looked quite chunky but I'd only seen them as the M Performance 20s - are these 18? Still a cracking deal with fresh tyres.

Grant_7 · 03-29-2016, 02:24 PM

Yes 18"s

onstat · 03-29-2016, 02:51 PM

I really like the look of these for winter wheels. Might start trawling eBay to get some during the cheaper summer months.

225 · 03-29-2016, 02:56 PM

Is it really THAT bad driving a 3 series in winter? I ran a TVR for a couple of years and while I do remember having great fun going sideways out of my dads estate in the snow once (and that was fun!), I survived the winters. Surely a modern rwd car is still driveable!

subsy · 03-29-2016, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by cncmastr

I've spent so much money already on buying parts for a car that I don't have yet; detailing bits, rear floor mat, child seat base protector, etc.

Same, nothing as big as a set of winters yet but mats to go under the baby seat, detailing equipment, key fob, phone mount, etc

Hoppy_70 · 03-29-2016, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by cncmastr

I've spent so much money already on buying parts for a car that I don't have yet; detailing bits, rear floor mat, child seat base protector, etc.

What are these seat base protectors you speak of? I currently use a small towel under each.

Grant_7 · 03-29-2016, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by 225

Is it really THAT bad driving a 3 series in winter? I ran a TVR for a couple of years and while I do remember having great fun going sideways out of my dads estate in the snow once (and that was fun!), I survived the winters. Surely a modern rwd car is still driveable!

They're not just about snow. They differ in compound, being more supple in colder temperatures. I've used winters for years on an E46 330i while living in Austria and, IMO, they were a revelation. I've also tried driving up the shallowest of inclines in RWD cars on snow (with summer tyres). Not to be recommended.

Also due to the larger sipes they are better at clearing water than summer tyres. Useful during a British winter (Spring/summer/autumn).

subsy · 03-29-2016, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoppy_70

What are these seat base protectors you speak of? I currently use a small towel under each.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BFQ5B..._CUU-wb5PMTTZ8

225 · 03-29-2016, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by subsy

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Originally Posted by Hoppy_70

What are these seat base protectors you speak of? I currently use a small towel under each.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BFQ5B..._CUU-wb5PMTTZ8

Brilliant just ordered them. They cover the front of the seat as well which will help with muddy shoes.

subsy · 03-29-2016, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 225

Brilliant just ordered them. They cover the front of the seat as well which will help with muddy shoes.

Have a look at their other products - most look very handy!

PS 5100 as of today

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