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Calling all 7 series owners w/ 22" wheels

8K views 28 replies 22 participants last post by  bembo19  
#1 ·
hello people, i just wanted to get feedback on your rides. i live in vegas and frequently go to LA im about to get 22" wheels and i just wanted to know how this will affect my drive. is the ride still comfortable with 22's for long driving? also would i still be able to have passengers in the back seat without rubbing with these size tires? will this f*** up my suspension in the long run if i dont upgrade? your feedback is appreciated. thanks:angel:
 
#3 ·
LowOrbit said:
Unless you are a pimp or rapper, why would you possibly want or need 22 inch rims?

I am more of a purist (no mods), but I am wondering what, except for "looks", are the benefits?:dunno:
how about...because I CAN!!:flipoff: ....anyway in addition to my questions above my car has self leveling in the rear so does that mean i cant lower the rear, how does the self leveling work wat if i have a couple passengers in the back and it will be tilting towards the back, would it level itself and not rub when i have the 22's.:dunno:
 
#4 ·
Great reply.. really shows your maturity. i almost wish that BMW had some kind of fund to rescue (buy back) their cars from people like you.

I wouldn't normally come to a snap judgement (22's can sometimes be tasteful) but judging by your tasteless actions your wheels probably wont appeal to many on this forum.

To anser your self leveling question, I would stay away from lowering the car, as it is pretty low all ready, and you will probably not be left with much room after those wheels.
 
#5 ·
The ride with 22"s is not bad......of course the best ride is stock. as far
as lowering it. I would stay away from that since you have the self leveling
suspension. You will be able to have passengers in the back as long as you get the correct set-up. if you dont you will pay for it with the rear tires rubbing.
check out all the post regarding 22"s in this forum! you should find what wheels and
set-up works for you.

Good luck! :thumbup:

No need to be a rapper or a pimp to have 22"s ....its just a matter of choice!!!!
 
#6 ·
Why not get a Hummer and put a Roundel on the hood. All kidding aside, I have no idea how 22" wheels would work. To me, just seems strange to change the car thay way.
Good luck however.
vz
 
#7 ·
Jalli said:
Great reply.. really shows your maturity. i almost wish that BMW had some kind of fund to rescue (buy back) their cars from people like you.

I wouldn't normally come to a snap judgement (22's can sometimes be tasteful) but judging by your tasteless actions your wheels probably wont appeal to many on this forum.
did you read the title on this thread, i didnt think so....these questions are only for 7 series owners with 22" wheels....maybe you should remove that cessna stuck up your :bareass:
 
#8 ·
dbringas said:
did you read the title on this thread, i didnt think so....these questions are only for 7 series owners with 22" wheels....maybe you should remove that cessna stuck up your :bareass:
It's likely there aren't that many people on this board with a 7-series AND 22" wheels
BTW, using that kind of language won't earn you much sympathies on this board and aren't helpful to get a high number of responses either.:thumbdwn:

This board is based on a kind of "give and take"-logic. Sure, many people could give you a helpful answer on your thread but by reading your responses, they consider it a waste of time because it's unlikely you could provide useful information to this board on future posts. You see where this is going?
 
#9 ·
I think with ignorant comments like that you desrved the reply you got.:tsk:

That is like saying those that do no mods are old farts and nerds with fancy cars.:rolleyes:

Please keep your ignorance to yourself and learn to not disrespect others by claiming that if they do certain mod then they are blah blah blah.....:rolleyes: .....real immature attitude pal:thumbdwn: .

Not everyone is alike and not everyone thinks the same.....thus dont be close minded loser. If that is not your taste then you dont reply to threads with 22" wheels etc. Why do you put so much time and effort into making rude comments. If you cant say something nice then do us a favor and shutup.

Oh and this is not just for you but for other who do the same.....get a life losers. If some thing is of no interest to you then why do you reply with ignornat attitude.:dunno: :mad: :thumbdwn:

LowOrbit said:
Unless you are a pimp or rapper, why would you possibly want or need 22 inch rims?

I am more of a purist (no mods), but I am wondering what, except for "looks", are the benefits?:dunno:
 
#10 ·
760Lifan said:
It's likely there aren't that many people on this board with a 7-series AND 22" wheels
BTW, using that kind of language won't earn you much sympathies on this board and aren't helpful to get a high number of responses either.:thumbdwn:

This board is based on a kind of "give and take"-logic. Sure, many people could give you a helpful answer on your thread but by reading your responses, they consider it a waste of time because it's unlikely you could provide useful information to this board on future posts. You see where this is going?
well as i said on the title on the thread that its for 7series owners w/ 22" rim and ppl just dont seem to understand that plus they leave negative remarks what am i supposed to do shut up. they had it coming if they dont agree with wat im doing with my car then just leave the thread, its my car and i'll do wat i wanna do with it right!:bigpimp:
 
#11 ·
Kayani_1 said:
I think with ignorant comments like that you desrved the reply you got.:tsk:

That is like saying those that do no mods are old farts and nerds with fancy cars.:rolleyes:

Please keep your ignorance to yourself and learn to not disrespect others by claiming that if they do certain mod then they are blah blah blah.....:rolleyes: .....real immature attitude pal:thumbdwn: .

Not everyone is alike and not everyone thinks the same.....thus dont be close minded loser. If that is not your taste then you dont reply to threads with 22" wheels etc. Why do you put so much time and effort into making rude comments. If you cant say something nice then do us a favor and shutup.

Oh and this is not just for you but for other who do the same.....get a life losers. If some thing is of no interest to you then why do you reply with ignornat attitude.:dunno: :mad: :thumbdwn:
i agree!!!:thumbup:
 
#12 ·
dbringas said:
well as i said on the title on the thread that its for 7series owners w/ 22" rim and ppl just dont seem to understand that plus they leave negative remarks what am i supposed to do shut up. they had it coming if they dont agree with wat im doing with my car then just leave the thread, its my car and i'll do wat i wanna do with it right!:bigpimp:
I do respect other people's opinion and taste - there's nothing wrong with that. I just thought you could have shared this opinion without using bad language. I wouldn't have left a comment about your responses if you would have replied in the same way you did to my post..:thumbup:
 
#13 · (Edited)
I think with ignorant comments like that you desrved the reply you got.

That is like saying those that do no mods are old farts and nerds with fancy cars.

Please keep your ignorance to yourself and learn to not disrespect others by claiming that if they do certain mod then they are blah blah blah..... .....real immature attitude pal .

Not everyone is alike and not everyone thinks the same.....thus dont be close minded loser. If that is not your taste then you dont reply to threads with 22" wheels etc. Why do you put so much time and effort into making rude comments. If you cant say something nice then do us a favor and shutup.

Oh and this is not just for you but for other who do the same.....get a life losers. If some thing is of no interest to you then why do you reply with ignornat attitude.
:thumbup:
 
#15 ·
My 2004 745Li rides really smooth with 22s. Although if you're planning to make that drive from vegas to LA frequently, you're going to hate it. My buddy with an 06 750Li on 22s say he'll never make that drive again. the road construction on the 15 is killer, but then again you can always slow down to a crawl passed it.
 
#16 ·
I have a 2004 745Li and the Eibach lowering springs go on this Saturday (It's a tasteful 1 1/4" drop). I will try to post some before and after pics and differences in ride quality. 22s will be next.
 
#18 ·
you'll be ok. i have 22's on mine and you do lose some ride comfortness, but the look more than makes up for it. Since the 7 has such a bog body, the rims look nice and not too exagerating. Good Luck!!! I also have a post on here where i am sharing my pics.... I just put it up today.. Sterling Grey Metalic....
 
#21 ·
hello ..i am ne to this forum..
i have a 2004 bmw 760LI w/ self leveling rear
how did you lower your rear? i just bought some H&R springs
but im confused on the rears
thanks
Austin
 
#23 ·
well after picking my jaw back up ! ( never seen anyone on here get their trolley's in such a twist ) i love the factory look so will probably go for 21" having said that 22" are tempting AND there's soooo much choice ! i also think that everything can be improved and bigger alloys take away that roller skate look and give the big 7 some real attitude ! go for it dude ! just thought i'd voice my support !!
 
#27 ·
21's did it for me...a 50+ yo computer geek/former judge. However, I did want to be a rapper/pimp at one time. If I get the 22's will I qualify? What if I can't rhyme? or dance? or make the women in my life do what I tell them?
 
#25 ·
I had 22's before they were stolen and to me riding on the 22's felt better than my stock wheels I drove the car everyday and everywhere in the 2 months that I had them, granted you buy good tires. I recommend Conti or Pirelli. Go for it man it will be a night and day difference especially if you have it staggered. Don know about lowering that might change the softness of the ride a little but then again its a 7.
 
#28 ·
Nice...3 year old thread revived.