need to decide which wheels for winter setup

[c4racer]

I decided to get a set of winter tires for the X5 for ski seasons. Probably will leave them on the car between Dec. and April each year, so they will end up getting at least 1/3 of the yearly miles.

Looking at the Blizzak LM-25 4x4 in 255-55-18 which are now on close-out at TireRack.

I found a set of nearly new 2009 X3 wheels in 18x8, 46mm offset locally.
They look like this:




alternatively I am looking at this wheel from TireRack:


Factory wheels are probably better wheels, but I like the look of the Elbrus a bit better. Both are same 18x8 size. Cost works out basically the same.

Thoughts?