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Originally Posted by stressdoc
Ahhh, that explains it. Yes I agree that the 1 lbs. difference btw 235 / 265 versus 245 / 275 would not be significant, and a tradeoff with the potential increase in performance from the wider tires. That we all agree on. Likewise, we all agree that 18 lbs. rims would be a significant performance upgrade over the stock rims. Much more so than the 18 lbs. reduction from the titanium exhaust, for example.
Mind you, most weight reduction mods for the i8 are $$$. A set of BBS forged would set you back $8k or more. I wish BMW had fitted them stock, as they would make great sense for this car.
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Originally Posted by Amgeater2
I never said other wise, what I was referring to was to the difference of weight between his set up 235 & 265 rather than 245 & 275 which if you want to go to the the race and performance aspects car without grip or proper tire set up means nothing... But I do get your point and I completely agree I regards to weight reduction but in this case it's a bit difference IMO  |
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I wish as well. BBS rims are probably the best quality forged aluminum and magnesium (big $$$) rims available. They make the Weissach wheels for the Porsche 918 and also make the wheels for the Veyron/Chiron. I'd love BMW to include a set of aluminum BBS forged wheels as an option with the next i8.