Well I was finally able to purchase a set of the Hamann HM4 wheels from Bavarian Autosport. I wanted to get some feedback on the looks. The only problem I ran into was using the factory 205/45/17 Dunlop run flats. The 205/45/17 tire is not designed to be installed on a rim larger than 7.5". I just purchased a set of 215/40/17 Yokohama Parada Spec II's from TireRack. This is the maxium size that Hamann recommends using. For those of you looking for a great looking wheel and the need to purchase a new set of rubber, the Hamann is for you. If you want to keep your factory tires and save weight, there are plenty of other wheels out there for a lot less money!

 

Lookin' good. They'll look even better with the Yoko's on though. I have the Parada Spec2's. You'll notice a nice difference in handling, and looks. Post some pics here when you have them on.
Cheers,

 

ahh love the rims. Quick question though, how dark is your tint (% wise)!

 

I give you 5 stars for your 5 spokes. Those are great looking wheels

 

Sweet!!

 

>>ahh love the rims. Quick question though, how dark is your tint (% wise)!

Miniphyter808,

Thanks for the compliment. The tint is 35% all the way around, not including the front windshield.

TWSTLVR

 

The cost for those rims please without the tires.

 

>>The cost for those rims please without the tires.

They were $330 a piece.

 

they look really good on your ride!
how did you get them for $330?
their site says $399????
are you thinking about lowering it?

 

Very nice! They are beautiful wheels, and look great on your MINI. You are going to love the Paradas.

 

>>they look really good on your ride!
>>how did you get them for $330?
>>their site says $399????
>>are you thinking about lowering it?

NFO,

I researched pricing at all the Hamman resellers and found them for $330. Actually Rennsport had the lowest price of $325 but Wheelpower has a disclaimer warning about purchasing any Hamann product through them. I dealt with Jon Broome (spelling?) at Bavarian Autosport and he matched the $330 price from Wheelexperts.com. I'm thinking about lowering the car next but not sure if I should just do lowering springs or coilovers. I'm leaning towards the springs because of price.

TWSTLVR

 

Well the Yokohama's are installed. What a great tire!!!!! These wheels may not be any lighter than the stock S-Lite's but the car sure handles different with an 8" wide wheel! The new tires are 215/40/17 and sure made a difference in the width. Next step is the lowering springs!

 

looks sweet!
any chance you got a side view photo with the new tires?

 

>>looks sweet!
>>any chance you got a side view photo with the new tires?
>>

NFO,

Here you go.

 

thanks!
i wanted to check out how big the gap is with 40's and the wheels.
i'm waiting on my tax refund to get my set! i can't wait.

 

>>thanks!
>>i wanted to check out how big the gap is with 40's and the wheels.
>>i'm waiting on my tax refund to get my set! i can't wait.

NFO,

Surprisingly the gap was not that bad. There isn't much difference in the height of the two tires. I think the factory gap is bad enough but this didn't make it much worse. I think the H Sport springs will be a good solution for that problem. I just cant see spending $1100 for coilovers. Let me know when you get them!

TWSTLVR

 

Love your set up. The wheels look great on your "S". I have always liked the deep dish look. It is even cooler on FWD cars. One quick question, what is the offset of the wheels? I also went with deep dish look with a set of Antera 309 17 x 7.5? I am nervous about the final fit. (Wheels not due to arrive until 4/18) Have you had any rubbing issues? Probally not if you are getting the H-sport springs.

Again Nice Car .... will look even better when lowered a bit.

Peace Out

 

>>Love your set up. The wheels look great on your "S". I have always liked the deep dish look. It is even cooler on FWD cars. One quick question, what is the offset of the wheels? I also went with deep dish look with a set of Antera 309 17 x 7.5? I am nervous about the final fit. (Wheels not due to arrive until 4/18) Have you had any rubbing issues? Probally not if you are getting the H-sport springs.
>>
>>Again Nice Car .... will look even better when lowered a bit.
>>
>>Peace Out

bonz,

I believe the offset is 43mm. The factory offset for the S-Lite's were 50mm. No rubbing issues at all. I looked up your wheels on the Antera web page and it looks like they have an offset of 35mm. My wheels come out right to the edge of the fender flare. This is mainly due to the fact that they are 8" wide. The only thing I would be cautious about is the chance that the Antera 309's are going to stick out past the fender. Do they guarantee that this will not happen after you receive them? H-Sport springs next!

twstlvr