Is there an online parts list and exploded diagram for the Coupe? And if not now is there a site that likely will have it?

Until a thread a week or so ago I didn't realize that the standard tires for the plain Coupe are non-runflats, which implies a spare tire and that all Coupes have a place for the spare, is that true?

www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/r55-clubman-talk-2008/155427-spare-tire.html It seems to be the case with the Clubman. When I replace the run-flats with regular tires I'm leaning towards the griotsgarage compressor (was it Pat that mentioned it?) instead of a spare. But either way it'd be great to use the space in the Coupe meant for a spare.

So that's why I'd like to see a parts diagram, what tools come with the Coupe, how they are stored, etc.

 

The spare goes under the car toward the trunk on JustaCoopers. I would assume it is the same here. It isn't possible on the S due to the exhaust system. and the pipe going down the middle.

 

The online parts list and exploded diagrams will be here:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/select.do

Dave

 

Thanks Pez and Dave. Dang, would have been nice to have the extra storage under the main boot. Oh well, the compressor will probably fit in the compartment under the front of the boot.

Does the S and JCW even get a jack?

 

The MINI donut wheel and tire will fit behind the passenger seat.

 

Ummm... It's a Coupe. There is no "behind the passenger seat". Guess you didn't notice what forum you were posting in eh???

 

Coupes don't have passenger seats!!?

Dave

 

Re-read his post.

He said there is no "behind the passengers seat" because he is referring to the physical space behind the passenger seat as non existent.

There is a passengers seat but the space is cramped.

 

Dear OfficeMaven check it out first before you reply, I have a 2006 R53

and I put my donut spare/wheel right behind the passenger seat at an

angle. It has been there since 2006, when I went to look at the R58 I

brought it to the dealer with me and it fits behind the passenger seat at

the same angle. It works.

 

IMHO the Coupe would look mighty silly with the passenger's seat pushed forwward so that you could wedge a silly donut spare behind it. To each his/her own though. Personally, I'd rather stick with the run-flats or simply place the donut spare in the Coupe's HUGE boot.

Sorry if I offended you.

 

You did not offend me at all, the seat it not pushed forward very much,

any six footer still has plenty of leg room and the best part is you do not

have to deal with runflats, just my opinion is all.

 

I have always kept a doughnut spare on the floor behind the passenger's seat....a perfect fit. It left plenty of leg room and looked fine.....no one would think anything was odd. I keep it in a blue canvas bag with black handles and it can be moved with ease. Now it's in the boot of my Coupe along with a jack and a lug nut wrench.....works for me.

 

Look above to see what my boot looks like with a doughnut spare.

 

Wow Herby, the boot makes the doughnut look like a full size tire lol. Thanks for the pic. What jack do you like to carry? I'd prefer a scissor one.

 

The base Coupe does have a spare that hangs under the car just like in the regular HB. I remember flipping up the carpeting in the boot but don't remember exactly what was underneath when I was at the dealer.

 

just use run-flats and not worry about it......whats wrong with that?

 

The run-flats are expensive, and a lot of drivers think the ride is harsh and noisy. I'll see how they are for me, but it's probably going to be only a question of whether I replace them with regular tires in the first 1000 miles or when they wear out.

I'm getting the regular suspension and 16 inch wheels, so that should help with the ride.

 

Got my Coupé with the standard suspension, 6-star twin spoke 16" wheels and they came with Bridgestone tires, supposedly run flats. The ride has been surprisingly civilized, quiet, and relatively grippy thus far. I expected to be making wheels & tires my first major mod, based on previous bad experiences with run flats, but so far, I'm not feeling overly motivated to go spend that cash before the OEM tires wear out.

At that point, the simple cost of run flats will leave me shopping for high performance Summer tires. (I live in FL, no need for all-seasons, since we don't have seasons.)

 

too expensive? well i guess its just a matter of personal preference. I'd rather spend the $ on run flats and never worry about a thing when it comes to flats. its another thing to save some coin and then worry about lugging around a spare tire, jack, etc. then if it happens be stuck on the side of the road changing a tire with traffic whipping by you probably at the worst possible time too when your in a hurry to get somewhere....just a thought

 

I think there has probably been an improvement in the ride quality of run-flat tires over the last few years. I don't have a harsh or noisy ride with my Continental run-flats.

Maybe the people who hate them so much only have experience with earlier versions of run-flat tires.

Dave

 

I don't either unless I go over a decent size cracks or change lanes. In Texas, we use plastic bumps/dots on the ground for lane line indicators. It causes a bit of noise with the run flats.


This is on my 2012 Coupe that I just got.

 

Yeah Dave, this will be my first time on run-flats, I hear they have been getting better in recent years. Even if I like them well enough to keep them until worn out I'll try regular tires next, because of the cost and to feel the difference for myself. Who knows? Maybe I won't notice a difference in ride and noise and will have a horrible experience with a flat, and then go back to run-flats.

 

Ever since I test drove a Mini with run-flats I have motored on standard, all-season tires. They make the ride in the coupe quite nice.

 

You have already changed your tires Herby? What did you get?

 

I put the run-flats from the coupe on the lease I turned back. Then BF Goodrich g-Force Super Sport tires....a/s, v-rated, (205/55/16)....went on the coupe.