Another csl vs zcp wheels thread

[Sly_G]

Hi everyone:

I am getting new wheels for a 2002 E46 M3. Like many other, I love the zcp/csl style, especially oem.

However, I am pondering whether I should get the zcp or the csl version (8 vs 8.5 front). Are there pros and cons choosing one over the other? Not sure if it makes a big difference in the end.

Also, would the csl wheels require to get the dedicated csl king pins kit?

thanks for your opinions?

[old///MFanatic]

No you don’t have to get the CSL kingpin to fit. I have Genuine CSL wheels front and rear. Fit just like any other wheels their size and offset.
Pros: With CSL front you can “better” fit (subjective) wider tire if you wanted. Prob a more neutral handling set-up.
Cons: More expensive. Harder to find fronts.

[Sharocks]

It's very negligible of a difference. You can get OE CSL wheels and tell everyone you have OE CSL wheels. That's about it. You want some performance, get a square rear setup.

[r4dr]

It's very negligible of a difference. You can get OE CSL wheels and tell everyone you have OE CSL wheels. That's about it. You want some performance, get a square rear setup.

Is that what you’re running in your signature’s photo?