tigerm7
01-30-2018, 08:54 PM
Hi All,
My journey in BMWs started after my first purchase of a E90 328xi. The fascination, stemmed from love of driving, took me through two more E90s and one F10, all non-Ms. The whole time I had always deep down wanted a ZHP. There was just something about the way they looked, the significance, and I'm sure the handling despite never had driven one.
To reiterate the love of driving, last year I drove about 8k miles across the country in road trips alone.
I had always talked myself out of a ZHP due to wanting something more "reliable" and henceforth newer. Each year I'd secretly look for ZHPs, scouring ZHP Mafia forums, and the first time I reached out to someone for a ZHP was back in 2013 offering a trade for my then 328xi.
Though few months ago I came across a listing on the forums here; an 04 auto black/black sedan. Perfect for my use, and my ideal dream ZHP. I debated for good couple months before reaching out to the seller. And debated even more through conversations with the seller, but ultimately I had to give in. This is something I had always wanted, something I can daily drive, and something I can be content with.
So last Friday, I flew out to LA with a friend, and drove it straight back to Chicago over the course of 2.5 days and 2,100~ miles. While I'd call photography my side hobby, due to the rush and needing to be back into work Monday I didn't get the chance to take many photos. But here are a few I managed to pull off.
I'd like to thank the community here and especially the seller for the great experience. Couldn't have asked for anything better.
Question
Before we get to the photos a question.. I'm in Chicagoland and need winter wheels. Managed to find a set on Craigslist with Blizzak LM25s on OEM BMW wheels I believe pulled from a E90. Size is 225/45 R17 94V with TPMS and these are run flats. I don't care for ride quality for winter, just need something with the grip. Would it be okay for me to put these wheels and tires on? Any possible issues?
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My journey in BMWs started after my first purchase of a E90 328xi. The fascination, stemmed from love of driving, took me through two more E90s and one F10, all non-Ms. The whole time I had always deep down wanted a ZHP. There was just something about the way they looked, the significance, and I'm sure the handling despite never had driven one.
To reiterate the love of driving, last year I drove about 8k miles across the country in road trips alone.
I had always talked myself out of a ZHP due to wanting something more "reliable" and henceforth newer. Each year I'd secretly look for ZHPs, scouring ZHP Mafia forums, and the first time I reached out to someone for a ZHP was back in 2013 offering a trade for my then 328xi.
Though few months ago I came across a listing on the forums here; an 04 auto black/black sedan. Perfect for my use, and my ideal dream ZHP. I debated for good couple months before reaching out to the seller. And debated even more through conversations with the seller, but ultimately I had to give in. This is something I had always wanted, something I can daily drive, and something I can be content with.
So last Friday, I flew out to LA with a friend, and drove it straight back to Chicago over the course of 2.5 days and 2,100~ miles. While I'd call photography my side hobby, due to the rush and needing to be back into work Monday I didn't get the chance to take many photos. But here are a few I managed to pull off.
I'd like to thank the community here and especially the seller for the great experience. Couldn't have asked for anything better.
Question
Before we get to the photos a question.. I'm in Chicagoland and need winter wheels. Managed to find a set on Craigslist with Blizzak LM25s on OEM BMW wheels I believe pulled from a E90. Size is 225/45 R17 94V with TPMS and these are run flats. I don't care for ride quality for winter, just need something with the grip. Would it be okay for me to put these wheels and tires on? Any possible issues?
Pics
31890
31891
31892
31893