Hey everyone,
I just wanted to take a moment to appreciate all of you for your contributions to this board. You’ve really turned this place into the go-to hub for everything E6X S85. It’s such a fantastic community, and I’ve got to say, some of you have become good friends that I chat with all the time!
So, I’ve always been a fan of the original M5 wheels—the way they fit the car’s design language is just spot-on (at least, that's my take). Instead of just replicating that classic look, I thought it’d be cool to enhance it a bit. I wanted to create a wheel that really flows with the car’s body lines. In my opinion, standard lipped wheels with that noticeable lip and body separation just don’t look as good on the E60 compared to how they do on models like the E39 or E34.
Now, let’s get into the MV1 wheels. The design is inspired by the BC Racing HCX wheels and features the same 10-spoke layout as the original Styling 166, but in a two-piece configuration. I’m really excited about how the spokes extend over the lip—they look awesome whether they’re standing still or rolling down the road.
Using Forged T6-6061 aluminum allowed us to achieve a 10mm deeper concave compared to the original design, all while exceeding the original load rating. So we’ve got a lighter 20" wheel that provides better load capacity, with only a few grams difference from the original 19-inch cast wheels.
I was also working on getting these wheels TÜV approved in Germany, but after months of effort, I was denied because I'm not part of an organization. For a private enthusiast like me, joining one of those organizations just isn’t realistic. It probably explains why so few wheel companies dive into the German market—it really seems to favor local brands. Honestly, I could write a whole book about navigating that process!
Thanks to so many of you for your great insights, particularly on wheel and tire fitment. I was able to optimize the fit for our cars without needing spacers, which was a big win. I also made sure the wheels fit the E61 (Touring) model, since it has less rear space than the sedan.
After I shared the concept on social media, I started noticing other companies rolling out similar designs. To keep everything up to standard, I’ve implemented consistent quality control and started documenting the inspection process for each wheel that leaves my workshop, complete with serial numbers.
I want to emphasize that I’m doing all of this purely out of passion. The revenue from each wheel just covers the logistics from manufacturing to shipping—it’s truly a labor of love. I really enjoy working with wheels, and I have a few more ideas up my sleeve before this journey wraps up. If anyone else has design ideas inspired by the Styling 166, I’d love to hear about them!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
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Weight difference Vs Original Wheels
Same brand/model tires Kuhmo PS91.
Sizes are F 255/40/R19 vs 255/35R20. OE is about 65% thread life remaining whiles the 20's are new.
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Rears 285/35R19 OE vs 285/30R20
Same tires model/brand Thread life on rear tires is about 40-50%
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Here are some pictures on an E61 Touring.
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I just wanted to take a moment to appreciate all of you for your contributions to this board. You’ve really turned this place into the go-to hub for everything E6X S85. It’s such a fantastic community, and I’ve got to say, some of you have become good friends that I chat with all the time!
So, I’ve always been a fan of the original M5 wheels—the way they fit the car’s design language is just spot-on (at least, that's my take). Instead of just replicating that classic look, I thought it’d be cool to enhance it a bit. I wanted to create a wheel that really flows with the car’s body lines. In my opinion, standard lipped wheels with that noticeable lip and body separation just don’t look as good on the E60 compared to how they do on models like the E39 or E34.
Now, let’s get into the MV1 wheels. The design is inspired by the BC Racing HCX wheels and features the same 10-spoke layout as the original Styling 166, but in a two-piece configuration. I’m really excited about how the spokes extend over the lip—they look awesome whether they’re standing still or rolling down the road.
Using Forged T6-6061 aluminum allowed us to achieve a 10mm deeper concave compared to the original design, all while exceeding the original load rating. So we’ve got a lighter 20" wheel that provides better load capacity, with only a few grams difference from the original 19-inch cast wheels.
I was also working on getting these wheels TÜV approved in Germany, but after months of effort, I was denied because I'm not part of an organization. For a private enthusiast like me, joining one of those organizations just isn’t realistic. It probably explains why so few wheel companies dive into the German market—it really seems to favor local brands. Honestly, I could write a whole book about navigating that process!
Thanks to so many of you for your great insights, particularly on wheel and tire fitment. I was able to optimize the fit for our cars without needing spacers, which was a big win. I also made sure the wheels fit the E61 (Touring) model, since it has less rear space than the sedan.
After I shared the concept on social media, I started noticing other companies rolling out similar designs. To keep everything up to standard, I’ve implemented consistent quality control and started documenting the inspection process for each wheel that leaves my workshop, complete with serial numbers.
I want to emphasize that I’m doing all of this purely out of passion. The revenue from each wheel just covers the logistics from manufacturing to shipping—it’s truly a labor of love. I really enjoy working with wheels, and I have a few more ideas up my sleeve before this journey wraps up. If anyone else has design ideas inspired by the Styling 166, I’d love to hear about them!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Weight difference Vs Original Wheels
Same brand/model tires Kuhmo PS91.
Sizes are F 255/40/R19 vs 255/35R20. OE is about 65% thread life remaining whiles the 20's are new.
Rears 285/35R19 OE vs 285/30R20
Same tires model/brand Thread life on rear tires is about 40-50%
Here are some pictures on an E61 Touring.
