[illingworth22]

I am a tad nervous going on long trips..... has anyone in the UK or Ireland sourced a space saver for the M2? I have seen the one on this forum, but $299 plus $150 shipping and then customs makes this an expensive option!

[DrKevM5]

Unfortunately it is what it is

[RalphyBMW]

There are BMW space savers available, but they will probably only fit on the rear due to the 380mm front brakes.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/322476590683

Watch out for kits for the newer models, FWD 2er, G11, G12, G30, i3, i8, etc I understand these cars have adopted a new PCD (bolt pattern).

19" space savers are available for X5/X6, but I think due to the tyre size they may foul the arches on a 1-4 series car.

[Alanscoob]

I had the same concerns about long trips in Europe without a spare. With much help from "andrettifan" on the USA part of the forum who got the Bimmerzone kit in the USA, I've put together my own kit sourced from the UK.

1. Space Saver wheel rim from my BMW Dealer from an X5 I believe: Part Number 36116768861

2. Bridgestone Space Saver Tyre: 145/70R18

3. Genuine BMW 2 Series Jack

4. 5mm Wheel Spacer for use on front only.

When the Space Saver is mounted on the Front, the rim actually does clear the brake caliper although it is very close. Bimmerzone supply a 5mm wheel spacer to give a little extra clearance on the front. Rear does not need the spacer to be used.

Hope this helps. Big thanks to "andrettifan" as I say who mailed me photos to enable me to find all the parts locally.

[illingworth22]

Originally Posted by Alanscoob

I had the same concerns about long trips in Europe without a spare. With much help from "andrettifan" on the USA part of the forum who got the Bimmerzone kit in the USA, I've put together my own kit sourced from the UK.

1. Space Saver wheel rim from my BMW Dealer from an X5 I believe: Part Number 36116768861

2. Bridgestone Space Saver Tyre: 145/70R18

3. Genuine BMW 2 Series Jack

4. 5mm Wheel Spacer for use on front only.

When the Space Saver is mounted on the Front, the rim actually does clear the brake caliper although it is very close. Bimmerzone supply a 5mm wheel spacer to give a little extra clearance on the front. Rear does not need the spacer to be used.

Hope this helps. Big thanks to "andrettifan" as I say who mailed me photos to enable me to find all the parts locally.

Thanks for this info, have you tried the items for fitting?
Where did you source the 5mm spacer from?

[Alanscoob]

Tried the wheel rim on front & rear, tyre arrived today being fitted this afternoon, lots of options on internet for wheel spacers, I'm awaiting delivery from rudimods.co.uk at the moment.

[Alanscoob]

Update: Spacer turned up today, test fitted everything, all perfect! Will feel happier doing long distances now!

[SimNugget]

Great info - what kind of coat are we looking at for this whole setup?

S

[illingworth22]

Originally Posted by Alanscoob

Update: Spacer turned up today, test fitted everything, all perfect! Will feel happier doing long distances now!

How much did everything come to?

[Alanscoob]

About £180 I think.....

[SimNugget]

Sorry - that's what I meant! Bloody auto-spell check.

S