Looking to pic up aftermarket 21 or 22 inch m599 wheels

[Installsplus]

Looking to change up the look on my X5 Currently have M469 wheels in gloss blk. Looking on eBay and found 21 and 22 inch m599 reps.
Has anyone ordered from this vendor? I'm lowered on eibach springs. Not sure how harsh it would be going with 22's.

[Installsplus]

Here are the offsets for the 22 inch. Will this work on the f15 msport

[Infiniteflow]

following

[tominfhl]

22s with non run flats are fine so long as the majority of your driving is not on bumpy roads. I put 22s on mine and haven’t looked back.

[parthpatel1]

Following. More specifically for the vendor, they seem to have some nice reps but want to see if anyone has bought from them.

[Installsplus]

Originally Posted by parthpatel1

Following. More specifically for the vendor, they seem to have some nice reps but want to see if anyone has bought from them.

What would you guys do 21 or 22s I read his reviews and they all seem all positive really nice looking wheel especially the concave on the 22s

[parthpatel1]

Originally Posted by Installsplus

What would you guys do 21 or 22s I read his reviews and they all seem all positive really nice looking wheel especially the concave on the 22s

I think i woul go with the 21s personally! shipping is a little rough but I guess it is coming from hong kong.

[XXX5]

21" tires are much more limited and expensive than 22"s so there's that

[Installsplus]

Originally Posted by parthpatel1

I think i woul go with the 21s personally! shipping is a little rough but I guess it is coming from hong kong.

So the guys willing to drop his price $350 US seems like a legit guy

[parthpatel1]

Originally Posted by Installsplus

So the guys willing to drop his price $350 US seems like a legit guy

let me know if you end up doing it. would be curious as to experience with them

[Ferg]

Curious about vendor as well, please keep updated.

[originalgoods13]

Hi,

I always advise against replicas but I am sure the set will be fine on regular roads. I would spend a little bit more and get the originals as they are made better in construction and comes with a 2-year warranty from BMW as well.

Some observations from the pictures:

-A different barrel design, more like a 20" non-forged/flow formed barrel design
-Non-machined or diamond-cut wheel face (the machined grooves are missing)
-Glossy orbit grey paint and clear coat. The OEM 599m have a matte clear coat.

Here is an example of the original rear wheel pictures:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-X5-X6-N...-/383297718046

As you know, the OEM Performance Wheels are:

"Weight-optimized forged alloy wheels with M logo in an exclusive bi-color design. High gloss polished finish on the face and Orbit Gray paint between the spokes are protected from corrosion with a clear coat. Front: 10"J x 21"m Offset 38 Rear: 11.5"J x 21, Offset 40. RSC tire 285/35 R21 front, RSC tire 325/30 R21 rear."

https://www.getbmwparts.com/oem-part...w2LWdhcw%3D%3D

https://www.shopbmwusa.com/PRODUCT/4...--COMPLETE-SET

[Installsplus]

If I lived in the U.S I would have the oem M599 wheels on my suv. Unfortunately here in Canada these wheels are super expensive new and good luck trying to find them used. I totally understand the difference between replicas and OEM. I really think the 22 inch looks much better than the 21 inch but not sure how this wheel will be on a low profile tire. Currently have M468 20 inch replicas from my winter set up and drove over so many potholes never bent one rim In the 4 years of use.

[originalgoods13]

Originally Posted by Installsplus

If I lived in the U.S I would have the oem M599 wheels on my suv. Unfortunately here in Canada these wheels are super expensive new and good luck trying to find them used. I totally understand the difference between replicas and OEM. I really think the 22 inch looks much better than the 21 inch but not sure how this wheel will be on a low profile tire. Currently have M468 20 inch replicas from my winter set up and drove over so many potholes never bent one rim In the 4 years of use.

I would say you won't have a problem with replicas no doubt as the manufacturing process has been improved and the Rota days are a thing of the past.

It actually took me 5 years to find a used set here in Canada since they are $8K CAD. I was lucky enough to buy from a former BMW parts personnel and gave me a good deal.

I find the 612m more common on the used market around for $3K which is a good alternative from the 599m.

[Rayrrr]

I bought these exact ones a few weeks ago. Took awhile but they were finally delivered a two days ago. They came really well packaged and look great. Communication with the vendor was really good. They answered all my questions and sent shipping updates. I'll post some pictures once I have them installed.

[Installsplus]

Originally Posted by Rayrrr

I bought these exact ones a few weeks ago. Took awhile but they were finally delivered a two days ago. They came really well packaged and look great. Communication with the vendor was really good. They answered all my questions and sent shipping updates. I'll post some pictures once I have them installed.

That's great to hear. I haven't Purchased yet as we are in the winter months thinking of doing it before spring I'd love to see pictures of yours did you go with the 22s or 21s?

[Rayrrr]

Originally Posted by Installsplus

That's great to hear. I haven't Purchased yet as we are in the winter months thinking of doing it before spring I'd love to see pictures of yours did you go with the 22s or 21s?

I went with the 22"
Now just waiting on the tires
Toyo Proxes STIII
295/30/22
335/25/22

[Installsplus]

Originally Posted by Rayrrr

I went with the 22"
Now just waiting on the tires
Toyo Proxes STIII
295/30/22
335/25/22

Can't wait to see pics!!

[NYBulldog]

22 Inch wheels scare me. Reps, even worse. I’d rather get an off brand different design. OEM 20” wheels look okay but definitely feels like you could do more. I bought 215M wheels for mine which are OEM 21”, they look insane. Big but “correct”. I have the 19” snows on right now, it will be a few months of not looking at the car too much. Share some pics of your ride. In the long run the problem with reps is that they are worthless when you want to get rid of them. Getting a replacement is a problem. And they simply are not as strong as OEM or a proper cast wheel from a reputable brand. Just my perspective.

[lionyard]

Photo with 22". The KWv3 provides me OEM feel with sport handling. If you need to have a visualization? Check out

[Rayrrr]

Originally Posted by Installsplus

Can't wait to see pics!!

[img]

View post on imgur.com

[/img]
[img]

View post on imgur.com

[/img]
[img]

View post on imgur.com

[/img]

[BMW Lunatic]

Originally Posted by Rayrrr

[img]

View post on imgur.com

[/img]
[img]

View post on imgur.com

[/img]
[img]

View post on imgur.com

[/img]

Keep us posted how your ride is going along. I'm on the fence to buy replicas 21s 599s. But buying OEM new for $4800 vs replicas $2000 is a 60% savings and worth the risk ...... please keep us posted . Ty.