Looking for a Winter Setup

[scottpsu]

I just picked up a set of 209 style 18" wheels with the Bridgestone "all season" RFT on them. I had a similar setup on my '09 and they did OK for the mild winters we have had in MD lately.

I had Pirelli ATR's before and if the ice and snow are anything similar in capability and quality, I think they will ultimately end up on my "new" 209's.

Thanks to everyone for their input!

[doni01]

Originally Posted by FastD

Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow 18" tires are great!

I second that too !!

[Brian425]

Originally Posted by scottpsu

Anyone looking to sell their 18 or 19's that would fit my X?

I have a set of genuine BMW 18 inch style 210 wheels for sale. They are off a 2012 BMW X5 50i.
4k miles
All tread depths between 10/32 and 9/32
Complete set, rims, tires, and TPMS (newer style TPMS).
NO DAMAGE OR RASH.
Put them on and go, or make the perfect winter set up.
Asking $1200.

[BeamerandBimmer]

Brian425

I might be interested in your 210 setup. I've got a 50 M-Sport on order and need to verify that they will fit. Are the tires "All Season"?

[X5 4.6is]

I have the Pirelli Scorpion Ice and Snow run flats mounted on OEM 214s, 275s up front and 315s in the rear. I had them on for since last week and all I can say is that I luv the feel, grip, and handling characteristics of these. With All the crappy roads in NYC these tires seem to just eat up the road surface. To me its as if I have the Adaptive Drive option set in sport, but of course I dont. Here are pics for reference if you need.

[a12]

For those who switch from 20" staggered (315/35 in the rear and 275/40 in the front) to 18" stock in the winter, does the X5 look funny with the extended wheel arches on it? Debating whether or not I will need the extended wheel arches to protect the sides of the X5, or if it will look funny with the factory arches that come with the X5 with 18's, since the tires will most likely stick out about an inch from the body. Won't know what it looks like aesthetically, until I put the 20's on in the spring.

Thanks

[sarends]

Have had the Vredestein Wintracs for about 5 weeks now - love them! Big improvement over the Conti Run Flats! Only been in snow once - they were great but not enough snow for a full test.

Overall opinion: Nice handling & quiet

Originally Posted by sarends

I have the stock RF Conti Contact 4X4 SSR tires - I don't like the tires. So I have made a decision to get out of run flats entirely by:

Step 1) Installing a non RF dedicated winter (emphasis on snow) tire on my BMW 19" 335 wheels

Step 2 - this Spring I plan to purchase a set of (gorgeous - yet to be determined) staggered 20s and install the best (within reason) non Run Flat summer tire I can find

So, to get Step 1 going, I just ordered a set of Vredestein Wintrac 4 Xtremes in 255/50/19 to be installed on the BMW 335 Wheels. Note - Ilive in Colorado and plan to go skiing as often as there is good snow and funds permit!

Before making my decision I considered:

Hannkook I-Pike (have these on my 2012 F250 Super Duty and they are great)
Michelin X-Ice XI-2
Pirelli Scorpion Snow & Ice
Blizzak LM-60
Nokian Hakkapeliita R

I chose the Wintracs because it is my hope they will offer better than average handling with the snow & ice capabilities of a true snow tire. We shall see!!!

I will have about $1,200 invested after mounting and balance - not the cheapest setup, but hey, this X5 wasn't inexpensive, and for a few hundred dollars more, I want to wring every bit of enjoyment out of the car that I can!

[devimik]

I have the 2013 X5 35 SA with the 275/40-20s and 315/35-20s in the rear. I wanted to stick with run flats, but didn't want skinny tires as I love the look of the 315s, so I went with a squared set of Pirelli Winter Carving 275/40-20 run flat snow tires on Niche M133 black wheels. I haven't received them yet, but will post a pick once they are on.

[brian5]

Originally Posted by X5 4.6is

I have the Pirelli Scorpion Ice and Snow run flats mounted on OEM 214s, 275s up front and 315s in the rear. I had them on for since last week and all I can say is that I luv the feel, grip, and handling characteristics of these. With All the crappy roads in NYC these tires seem to just eat up the road surface. To me its as if I have the Adaptive Drive option set in sport, but of course I dont. <<snip>>

Your pics are not showing up.

I have the same for winter setup. Haven't put my winter tires on yet; not cold enough.

[brian5]

Originally Posted by a12

For those who switch from 20" staggered (315/35 in the rear and 275/40 in the front) to 18" stock in the winter, does the X5 look funny with the extended wheel arches on it? Debating whether or not I will need the extended wheel arches to protect the sides of the X5, or if it will look funny with the factory arches that come with the X5 with 18's, since the tires will most likely stick out about an inch from the body. Won't know what it looks like aesthetically, until I put the 20's on in the spring.

Thanks

Yes, I used the winter 18" wheels for 3 seasons. I really did not like the look with the extended wheel arches. I suppose one could go the spacers route... Instead of doing that, I sold my 18" wheels, and now have 20" staggered wheels with Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow.