BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 Wheel Alloy Rim V-Spoke 188 17" 8J ET:34 6768854

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BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 Wheel Alloy Rim V-Spoke 188 17" 8J is an original, used rim from the Rims category, designed for demanding users who value precise fitment for BMW 3 Series E9x models. The aluminum construction ensures a favorable strength-to-weight ratio, and the rim's technical parameters are optimized for stable handling and safe operation. It is a solid foundation for both daily driving and a more dynamic driving style.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6768854-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6768854
• Substitutable numbers: 36116768854, 6768854
• Rim diameter: 17"
• Rim width: 8
• Offset (ET): 34
• Hole diameter: 120
• Number of holes: 5
• Rim material: Aluminium
• Category: Rims

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E9x

The rim has been designed for the BMW E90, E91, E92, and E93 platform, which ensures correct chassis geometry and compliance with the manufacturer's factory specifications. As a result, the precision handling characteristic of BMW, predictable cornering behavior, and proper interaction with the suspension and braking systems are maintained. The rim's appropriately selected mounting parameters facilitate configuration with tires of a sporty or comfort profile, depending on the driver's preferences.

Aluminum construction and driving characteristics

The rim, made of aluminum, provides a beneficial reduction in unsprung mass compared to steel solutions, which translates into better suspension response and more precise handling. The material used also promotes effective heat dissipation from the braking system, which is important during more intensive use. The rim's structure has been developed to maintain adequate rigidity while reducing weight, which supports vehicle stability at higher speeds.

Mounting parameters and compatibility

The rim belongs to a group of products with standard BMW mounting solutions, which facilitates its use in typical road configurations. The bolt pattern and number of mounting holes are adapted to factory BMW hubs, and the selected offset helps maintain the proper body line without interfering with suspension components. The rim diameter allows for the installation of popular tire sizes, often chosen for both city and highway driving, providing a compromise between comfort and handling precision.

Condition, application, and benefits of choosing a used rim

The rim comes from the used BMW parts segment, which allows for a significant cost reduction compared to purchasing a new component while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This is a practical solution for replacing a single rim after mechanical damage or for the gradual restoration of a set of wheels. Choosing an original aluminum rim from the secondary market is also a way to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance and ensure proper fitment with other drivetrain components.

Expert support and further information on aluminum rims

If you want to better understand how to assess the condition of rims from the secondary market, what to look for when buying, and what the possibilities are for refreshing the coating and regeneration, use the advice contained in the article Used rims like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing aluminum rims. This is a practical addition to your knowledge when choosing this rim for your BMW.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional rims, wheel sets, or alternative rim designs, check the available parts in the BMW Rims category.

For owners of models from years close to the E9x series who are thinking about a wider modernization of the car using components from the secondary market, the tips from the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from 1998–2012 may also be useful, describing scenarios for refreshing BMW-class cars using proven, used components.