Re: Rims and Tire Dilemma (E36)

["David R. Lefebvre" <drl@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I just finished replacing my tires on a nearly identical 96 328IC 
convertible with 225/50/16 Michellin Pilots. The cheapest is TireRack at 
around $130 per tire. I would recommend keeping it stock. I have the same 
rims and they are like tinfoil.  There are a number of shops, one here in 
San Antonio, who advertise in the magazines. About $100 per rim to true it. 
At that price, I would go replica and try to find an OEM manufacturer who's 
TUV-approved.

At 08:07 PM 4/5/03 -0500, you wrote:
>I have the double spoke 7x16" sport package wheels with 225/50/R16 Champiro
>50 GT tires on my 1996 328i (E36).  I need to buy new rims or have the
>existing rims "trued".  Also, the tires have little tread left and need to
>be replaced.  If I keep the existing rims, what are some good options for
>tires, more specifically, the tire size?  If I buy rims, what size should I
>look for?  Should I stay with 16" or go to 10x17" in the rear and 8x17" in
>the front?  Also, what would be a good tire size for the rims?
>
>I would like an all season high performance tire, if possible.  FYI:  I live
>and drive in the Boston/New England area.
>
>Thanks in advance.
>
>Respectfully submitted,
>
>Joe Baptista
>
>1996 328i (E36)
>BMWCCA #309409
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