OEM CSLs - anyone used Alloy Wheels Direct

Mikey_Boy · Post by **Mikey_Boy** » Mon May 08, 2017 4:37 pm

As per the title - has anyone used these guys for their OEM CSLs?

A quick google search will give you the address - they list both the CSL alloys and the 224s as available for the Z4M variants.

Any advice / experiences welcome!

bmwaddict · Post by **bmwaddict** » Mon May 08, 2017 4:52 pm

I havent used them but apparently Sopers BMW do a forum discount, you may get them cheaper there.

Post by **srhutch** » Mon May 08, 2017 5:35 pm

They will not be genuine I don't think you will find. It's been discussed before.

Mikey_Boy · Post by **Mikey_Boy** » Mon May 08, 2017 5:41 pm

Wow - well that's a very expensive way of getting hold of replicas!

I'm guessing I'll need a chassis number for Sopers? Any ideas how to do that......??

TomK · Post by **TomK** » Mon May 08, 2017 6:21 pm

No need for chassis numbers for csl wheels afaik at any dealer, it's the bumpers and other body bits some get a bit fussy about.

Post by **srhutch** » Mon May 08, 2017 6:40 pm

I'll refer you to this:

viewtopic.php?f=28&t=11822

Check with the supplier re all the markings before parting with your cash.

Darren Slone · Post by **Darren Slone** » Mon May 08, 2017 6:56 pm

Sytner wanted a chassis number from me, I went to Bridgewater BMW, Taunton, didn't need one and got 10% off without asking, Sebastian was the guy if he's still there, they were £1740

I don't think anyone except BMW will get you Genuine CSL's, check the guide Steves posted up, it was invaluable to me

Darren Slone · Post by **Darren Slone** » Mon May 08, 2017 7:02 pm

OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47

mr wilks · Post by **mr wilks** » Mon May 08, 2017 7:18 pm

Darren Slone wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:02 pm OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47

Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

Darren Slone · Post by **Darren Slone** » Mon May 08, 2017 7:26 pm

mr wilks wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:18 pm
Darren Slone wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:02 pm OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47
Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

Ahhh cheers Andy, still worth doing homework on these though, pics of the backs etc

mr wilks · Post by **mr wilks** » Mon May 08, 2017 7:31 pm

Darren Slone wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:26 pm
mr wilks wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:18 pm
Darren Slone wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:02 pm OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47
Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

Ahhh cheers Andy, still worth doing homework on these though, pics of the backs etc

For sure D , so many fakes + copies around & no-one wants their pants pulling down

Post by **Wondermike** » Mon May 08, 2017 7:40 pm

8 inch fronts are CS wheels.

Mikey_Boy · Post by **Mikey_Boy** » Tue May 09, 2017 8:52 am

Thanks all - really helpful!

I'm talking to my friendly BMW dealer to try and strike a deal....

hopz121 · Post by **hopz121** » Tue May 09, 2017 12:54 pm

Try Cotswold too they do great prices for M3cutter forum on CSL wheels, Call up parts and ask for Phil and mention cutters

D4dawg · Post by **D4dawg** » Tue May 09, 2017 1:23 pm

Darren Slone wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:26 pm
mr wilks wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:18 pm
Darren Slone wrote: ↑Mon May 08, 2017 7:02 pm OEM CSL's are ET44 fronts NOT 47
Standard E46 M3 ran a narrower front 8j wheel with et 47 / the E46 M3 CSL had the 8.5 et 44 fronts

Ahhh cheers Andy, still worth doing homework on these though, pics of the backs etc

Cs wheels i think as only difference is front 8/8.5j
Plus ask them for rear pics as bbs stamped etc on rears
Plus sopers over rated
Got mine from bmw as didn't find sopers either helpful or cheap

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