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79Euro
09-11-2008, 05:30 PM
I destroyed one of my late ‘70s BBS basket-weave wheels and can not locate a replacement. This is a 16 inch not the more common 14 or 15”, early model with exposed lugs.. The wheel is marked KBA 40545 / 223 ET 24 / 8J16H2. It is for the E24 but I believe that it also fit the E28 M5 (not sure however)

I had no idea this would be so difficult to find, it may have been aftermarket but the pattern and markings are like the OEM 14” wheels. Please see the picture for the pattern.

I need one (any color/finish) but will buy two or four if seller does not want to break up a set.

Any leads or ideas are welcome… I have more pictures and specs.

Thanks
Anthony

oorx7
09-13-2008, 12:09 PM
check ebay. I think I saw some under the search 535i.

Nope sorry just found it and they a 15"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/bmw-e28-E34-535i-533I-535IS-528E-530I-15-BBS-FPS-rim_W0QQitemZ290259629039QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item2 90259629039&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245

79Euro
09-13-2008, 06:55 PM
check ebay. I think I saw some under the search 535i.

Nope sorry just found it and they a 15"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/bmw-e28-E34-535i-533I-535IS-528E-530I-15-BBS-FPS-rim_W0QQitemZ290259629039QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item2 90259629039&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245

Thanks, but it is also the more modern version with hidden lugs.

oorx7
09-17-2008, 10:06 AM
I will keep an eye out. As I am searching for parts, now that I just bought a 91 5351 5-speed.

Ross
09-18-2008, 07:50 AM
Perhaps some help here
http://www.mye28.com/index.php

pmlmotorsports
07-21-2009, 01:00 PM
That wheel can be fixed. Cost is about $175.00. It'll take about 4 days and will be returned as good as new.

SnakeyesTx
09-14-2009, 02:22 PM
We've got shops out here in Houston that could reweld and machine that wheel to like-new for about 75 bucks a wheel with a 24 hour turnaround (especially if you have the part that broke off). There's bound to be places like that in your area too.

tjar66
05-27-2010, 05:31 PM
Hey Have you found these wheels yet?? I have a set and some one told me they were rare but had no idea. I guess they deserve to be polished.