Steering Wheel Differences -- Part Nos.: 020 vs. 021 vs. 022

[LSB4Me]

Hey guys:

Other than the top half functionality (multifunction, ZCP button, blank) and stitching color (black vs tricolor), does anyone know if there is a difference between the following wheels: (a) 32-34-2-282-020; (b) 32-34-2-282-021; and (c) 32-34-2-282-022?

Or, better said, is anyone running the 32-34-2-282-021 wheel? If so, same thickness and leather texture as the OG wheel?

Thanks in advance!

[bmwfnatic]

020 is the one for a Manual M3.
021 is a M-sport wheel, they come with black stitching and not the tri-color M3 stitching, this wheel also comes without buttons, but one can simply add those.
022 same as 021, except with buttons.

[LSB4Me]

020 is the one for a Manual M3.
021 is a M-sport wheel, they come with black stitching and not the tri-color M3 stitching, this wheel also comes without buttons, but one can simply add those.
022 same as 021, except with buttons.

Thanks, dude. In terms of diameter, thickness and leather, do you know if all three wheels the same?

Don’t need tricolor stitch, but don’t want a wheel with a bigger diameter, skinny grip or leatherette.

[bmwfnatic]

Thanks, dude. In terms of diameter, thickness and leather, do you know if all three wheels the same?

Don’t need tricolor stitch, but don’t want a wheel with a bigger diameter, skinny grip or leatherette.

I have only ever ordered the 020, but I am pretty certain the stitching is the only difference.

[Avedis]

Not sure is this interests you, but I have a wheel similar to the 021, except I had it wrapped in smooth Nappa like leather, tri-stitched, and made 1cm larger in circumference. I know that’s not exactly what you want, but a good visual of what the 021 wheel looks like with the blank button trim. Details are below, and if you want to see it in person, I’m not too far from you.

https://nam3forum.com/forums/forum/main-forum/member-build-journals/217513-immaculate-low-mileage-2004-silver-grey-csl-inspired-build?p=269494#post269494

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looks like he sells exactly what you want, factory leather, black stitched, factory diameter. Add the blank button trim panel and you’ve got yourself a 021 wheel

https://www.ebay.com/itm/275757864443?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=IiRoHsruSG2&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=n1hB_872 TW a&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[Bry5on]

I just bought an 021 for my car. Here’s what it looks like

[LSB4Me]

You guys (and this forum) are awesome. Really appreciate all the feedback and advice.

Bry5on can you confirm that the 021 is the same diameter and grip thickness as the stock/original?

[SQ13]

Not sure is this interests you, but I have a wheel similar to the 021, except I had it wrapped in smooth Nappa like leather, tri-stitched, and made 1cm larger in circumference. I know that’s not exactly what you want, but a good visual of what the 021 wheel looks like with the blank button trim. Details are below, and if you want to see it in person, I’m not too far from you.

https://nam3forum.com/forums/forum/main-forum/member-build-journals/217513-immaculate-low-mileage-2004-silver-grey-csl-inspired-build?p=269494#post269494

edit*
looks like he sells exactly what you want, factory leather, black stitched, factory diameter. Add the blank button trim panel and you’ve got yourself a 021 wheel

https://www.ebay.com/itm/275757864443?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=IiRoHsruSG2&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=n1hB_872 TW a&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Highly recommend GSS. I’d suggest reaching out to him on IG to see if you can get it a little cheaper.

[Bry5on]

You guys (and this forum) are awesome. Really appreciate all the feedback and advice.

Bry5on can you confirm that the 021 is the same diameter and grip thickness as the stock/original?

Yes it is. I replaced the stock M wheel with this. Naturally my leather had shrunk on the old wheel so this softer leather makes it a hair thicker, but that will be true for all variants.

[Slideways]

You guys (and this forum) are awesome. Really appreciate all the feedback and advice.

Bry5on can you confirm that the 021 is the same diameter and grip thickness as the stock/original?

These M sport steering wheels should all be the same thickness - late model 330i ZHP M Sport, M3, ZCP/CSL, M5.

The standard and sport E46 steering wheels were thinner.