[gthal]

Originally Posted by Twix

I have Hakkas on my Disco right now. Worst winter tire I've ever had. They don't clear themselves out the way Blizzaks do. I find that once they get into some milder snow, no matter the depth, they become a slick ice cube and it's rather scary in a 2.25 ton Land Rover.

Best winter tire I've ever had was actually not a winter tire, it was the all terrains I had on my Ranger. They could crawl through any snow condition. While not the best on ice, they still had better bite than any all season.

Next up for my Disco is a set of mud terrains.

Then something is wrong with your set

They receive pretty much universal praise (other than yours ) and are one of the most award winning winter tires around. The Blizzaks have a much tighter tread pattern and, in my experience, don't deal with deep snow as well. The R2 literally allowed me to drive in every major winter storm for the past two winters in the M4 with complete confidence... and we had some nasty, nasty storms too!

Having said that, I'm not disputing your experience... just suggesting that it is the first (and only) negative review of the Hakka R2 snow/ice performance I have ever heard. They are directional tires, maybe your installer didn't have them on the right way

[Twix]

Originally Posted by gthal

Then something is wrong with your set

They receive pretty much universal praise (other than yours ) and are one of the most award winning winter tires around. The Blizzaks have a much tighter tread pattern and, in my experience, don't deal with deep snow as well. The R2 literally allowed me to drive in every major winter storm for the past two winters in the M4 with complete confidence... and we had some nasty, nasty storms too!

Having said that, I'm not disputing your experience... just suggesting that it is the first (and only) negative review of the Hakka R2 snow/ice performance I have ever heard. They are directional tires, maybe your installer didn't have them on the right way

Definitely on the right way. I suspect they got heat cycled too much as some Albertans don't swap their winters in the hotter spring/summer weather. That's usually a good way to destroy winters. They still have tons of tread left, about 10/32", but they just don't grip the way my Blizzaks would.

[quikM2]

From what I've read and the research that I've done the blizzaks perform slightly better on ice but the R2's are the best overall winter/ice tire period with no comparable. Personally I will be getting the Nokian's.

[quikM2]

Originally Posted by gthal

The Bimmian site isn't showing the 710FF. It's only showing the 710 as far as I can see which is a heavier, gravity cast, wheel... cheaper too. I'm sure they could get the V710FF if that's what someone wanted.

The other option is Apex wheels. I ran their wheels on my track car and they were fantastic and relatively cheap too. They have a PS-7 wheel that is identical to the VMR wheel I bought but they only had silver available and I wanted a darker wheel. That and VMR was slightly less expensive for similar quality.

I love that wheel and the winter tire choice is excellent. Can you please PM me where you find the flow formed version of this wheel for the price you mentioned? I can find the gravity cast version no problem on a few sites but the FF seems more difficult. Thanks.

[Germanoly]

In 2017, sunroof is available. How much will check this option?

[Benzima]

Originally Posted by Germanoly

In 2017, sunroof is available. How much will check this option?

1,500$ CAD will give you the sunroof

[gtaM2]

gmzanatta how much did you pay for your rubber mats? do you have a part number?

also is there any normal site that displays BMW part costs for Canadians? or does each place charge what they feel like?

[gmzanatta]

Originally Posted by gtaM2

gmzanatta how much did you pay for your rubber mats? do you have a part number?

also is there any normal site that displays BMW part costs for Canadians? or does each place charge what they feel like?

I didn't, dealer gives all cars a free winter set here in NB.

As for parts, there is a list with numbers and MSRP, but I don't have a copy of it, just ask your dealer.

[Dabozo]

didnt want to start a new thread for this...can someone tell me if the front grille slats are gloss black or matte? I want to buy the IND surrounds only and would like for them to match the slats.

[gtaM2]

Originally Posted by gmzanatta

I didn't, dealer gives all cars a free winter set here in NB.

As for parts, there is a list with numbers and MSRP, but I don't have a copy of it, just ask your dealer.

thanks for this, i just rechecked my order and noticed that i already paid for rubber and carpet mats ..off to the dealer i go ..all others be sure to look carefully at all that misc crap that you paid for

[gtaM2]

Originally Posted by Dabozo

didnt want to start a new thread for this...can someone tell me if the front grille slats are gloss black or matte? I want to buy the IND surrounds only and would like for them to match the slats.

they look shiny (gloss) to me

[Dabozo]

Originally Posted by gtaM2

they look shiny (gloss) to me

thanks! I have several items on my shopping list but im trying to restrain myself to at least wait to get the car first before making any decisions

However, im certain i want to change out the grille surrounds but i just noticed the more expensive CF grille from IND...now i have a decision to make!

[gtaM2]

Originally Posted by Dabozo

thanks! I have several items on my shopping list but im trying to restrain myself to at least wait to get the car first before making any decisions

However, im certain i want to change out the grille surrounds but i just noticed the more expensive CF grille from IND...now i have a decision to make!

yes i like CF on BSM, i may get the rear CF diffusor and M Performance steering wheel sometime down the road but not right now as im going into a saving mode for a bit... this car wasnt even my biggest thing purchased in the last 3 months

[Dabozo]

Originally Posted by gtaM2

yes i like CF on BSM, i may get the rear CF diffusor and M Performance steering wheel sometime down the road but not right now as im going into a saving mode for a bit... this car wasnt even my biggest thing purchased in the last 3 months

Yup, diffuser aswell. Grille and maybe mirrors to balance things out. Winglets are over the top pricey imo. But it would look good.
I'm thinking the matte cf trim piece for the stock wheel....will match the interior cf.

Now all I need is a car!!

[hshot_rooke]

Originally Posted by Dabozo

thanks! I have several items on my shopping list but im trying to restrain myself to at least wait to get the car first before making any decisions

However, im certain i want to change out the grille surrounds but i just noticed the more expensive CF grille from IND...now i have a decision to make!

Dabozo, I'm planning on getting the IND gloss surrounds as well, if you are interested in splitting costs for shipping PM me maybe we can work something out.

I don't have my car until next year either, but if I can save on shipping now...

[gmzanatta]

Originally Posted by hshot_rooke

Dabozo, I'm planning on getting the IND gloss surrounds as well, if you are interested in splitting costs for shipping PM me maybe we can work something out.

I don't have my car until next year either, but if I can save on shipping now...

Save on shipping from IND? Hahahahaha good luck!

[Andycc]

Originally Posted by hshot_rooke

Dabozo, I'm planning on getting the IND gloss surrounds as well, if you are interested in splitting costs for shipping PM me maybe we can work something out.

I don't have my car until next year either, but if I can save on shipping now...

Have you guys checked the pricing of 2 series performance grilles from Canadian dealers? You can just swap the surround with your stock chrome. MSRP is around $80 CAD per side, which you could probably negotiate a bit lower. When you take into account US exchange rate, shipping and possible taxes/brokerage fees, it doesn't look like it's worth it..

[Dabozo]

Originally Posted by hshot_rooke

Dabozo, I'm planning on getting the IND gloss surrounds as well, if you are interested in splitting costs for shipping PM me maybe we can work something out.
I don't have my car until next year either, but if I can save on shipping now...

I would be up for that but as Andycc says, perhaps this is the better way to go....although the cf grille has now caught my eye

[Twix]

Originally Posted by Andycc

Have you guys checked the pricing of 2 series performance grilles from Canadian dealers? You can just swap the surround with your stock chrome. MSRP is around $80 CAD per side, which you could probably negotiate a bit lower. When you take into account US exchange rate, shipping and possible taxes/brokerage fees, it doesn't look like it's worth it..

I got my 235i grilles and the M2 side gills for less than the M2 specific grilles. And by a pretty hefty margin.

[hshot_rooke]

Originally Posted by Twix

I got my 235i grilles and the M2 side gills for less than the M2 specific grilles. And by a pretty hefty margin.

from where?

[Twix]

Originally Posted by hshot_rooke

from where?

Straight from my dealership. BMWCCC discount plus my own discount

[zhihong.james]

Originally Posted by Twix

Straight from my dealership. BMWCCC discount plus my own discount

I know BMWCSA gets us 15% off on parts. I was just wondering how much more does the dealer gives you on top of it?
Thx.