NEW WHEELS FOR MY BMW F80 M3 (APEX VS-5RS PERFECT FITMENT!)

[@ShopLifeTV]

UPDATE: Apex contacted me after seeing the video and wanted to make things right. They gave me the option to warranty out the blemished wheel or give me a discount on the bad wheel since I already had the tires mounted. Honestly impressed with their customer service and it seems like the company is ran by enthusiasts who actually care. I did not even contact them or post about the issues anywhere else. Respect. We are taking the F80 to MPact in August! Hope to see a lot of you there! Comment down below if you are going!

[@Eulalioflores72]

I really like my BMW 2004 330 CI SMG transmission can you recommend anybody they could possibly help me get it to where it needs to be and be restored I live in California Redlands is the city

[@TraderAMR]

Look forward to seeing you there!

[@apexwheels]

Glad we got you sorted out and thanks for picking up a set of these wheels! Those blemishes definitely weren't up to our standards but I'm glad our customer service team got you sorted out. One of our engineers actually found your video initially and referred it to the CS team. We'll be looking at ways to improve our QC process using your footage as an example. Enjoy the VS-5RS! -Tom

[@easternarmory7617]

the "bubbles" are not IN the metal itself (not a defect of the casting), its a defect of the applied clearcoat, this is called "solvent pop". This happens when clear is applied too heavily or over top a previous coating that hasn't completely cured.

[@ashleybuckland2630]

Ok being honest, wasn’t too sure about them but as soon as you fitted them they really do look good. Happy for you again.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Haha I had the same initial thought since the clear coat looked a little yellow, but once we got it outside it looked much better! Thank You!!

[@Astra8676]

Man, the F80 is looking sweet with those wheels, I would have went with a two tone "Gun Metal Grey" with silver outer rim. Also the money you spent on them I would have sent them back with the blemishes that you found, but as long as you're happy with them, that's the main thing. Heck I would even put them on my F31...Really like the rear shadow line lights on your F80. Again a very formative video.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man! I might play around with the color once I’m ready for a change. They will be gunmetal color in no time with the brake dust 😂. Honestly I’m not too worried about the damage since now I won’t be as worried about getting them dirty or be stressed when tires are being mounted lol

[@Astra8676]

@@ShopLifeTV LOL, that's one way looking at it , not having to worry about kerbing them!!!

[@razorrich]

Great choice guys! Looks amazing - offset & tire size is perfect! Surprisingly, the VS-5RS looks similar to the FI-R.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Rich and they are very similar. The main differences are the hub design and the Fi-R have actual holes in the spokes.

[@razorrich]

@@ShopLifeTV $7,500 for the cutouts which are seen only at an angel, lol!

[@Jokwoo]

Can’t tell you just how long I’ve been lusting after the BBS FIRs. Your choice is an attractive alternative though. One day, those BBSs will be mine!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Julian. Hope to get my hands on a set in the future as well!

[@redskizedski7336]

Wow they look amazing, they really suit that BMW sports look!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thank You! I agree, they are a good balance between aftermarket and something that BMW would have produced.

[@Nico_335i_DCT]

Great choice guys! They look fantastic on an F80. Great job! Have a great week, Dutch regards, Nico.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Nico! Hope your week is going well!

[@likits1999]

Starting with the rare and beautiful blue color, of yourse you did!!!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thank You!!!

[@VNEMUS]

The wheel finish looks🔥🔥!!! I did my first Gang-up Apex Group Buy last fall and love the wheels I got for my e46 M3. Their warranty replacement is really great too! I know you already mounted them, etc. but I bet if you contacted them about the blemishes you noted and work with you to make it right.n

[@ShopLifeTV]

It is a great finish to hide any minor scratches that will occur over the years. I read about their warranty and might contact them regarding the blemishes. Thanks Craig!

[@irvinsalazar7378]

It's funny how people hated every new generation of M cars but now everyone loves the f80 when everyone called then ugly 😂 I want apex wheels on my e46 330i

[@ShopLifeTV]

When the F80 came out I definitely preferred it over the F82 as well as the E90/E92. Still love the e46 m3 more lol. But the G80/G82 only look decent in black when the front grills blend in 😂

[@Therealrichdude]

I'm surprised the lip is still not busted lol. Nice wheels 👌

[@x01e]

Those wheels look 1000% better than stock.

[@ShopLifeTV]

I agree! I love the stock wheels as well

[@Fee.1]

They remind me a bit of the stock M Coupe wheels with that finish.

[@roymaharaj9485]

Excellent fit an well styled f30

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Roy!

[@JP-Fusion1781]

Good choice on the wheels. God they look good

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thank you!!!

[@Jbonly21]

Great choice 🔥🔥, I want with the Apex SM 10’s on my YMB. I might go with those for my E46.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man! The sm 10s look awesome as well!

[@claudioagmfilho]

🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👏🏻, Nice video, they looked to much better after you fitted them into the car...

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thank You! They definitely look better on the car!

[@tyburcjusz]

Nice wheels man! Great choice :)

[@ShopLifeTV]

Appreciate you man! Glad you agree!

[@donaldwashington9017]

Love the wheel choice. You didn't say what tires you were running!!!??

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Donald, we went with Pirelli P-Zero for the time being. So far I’m loving them, but we will see how they hold up

[@terrancecollins2696]

Man if I were the company that designed the M4 GT4 wheel and seeing APEX profit so much off of that design I would be PISSED lol but these look great

[@ShopLifeTV]

Haha unfortunately that's the game. There's always going to be someone that will copy and make it cheaper!

[@Jakiirr]

Amazing man killer looks

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man!

[@jcrosado2]

Congrats look amazing 👏

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man!!

[@Herbotis]

Did you end up making a video with the weight comparison with the stock wheels? I thought the stock ones were forged. Would like to know. Thanks in advance and cool videos!

[@Khan_Art_]

Much better. I am planning on being there. Can you air it down all the way with these wheels?

[@ShopLifeTV]

It sure can! New pics/short vids will be up on IG/TikTok soon. Can’t wait to see you at mpact!

[@MOGAMING11]

These wheels look AMAZING! Are you on stock suspension or were you on the bags?

[@denyvarghese906]

The new wheels makes the car so sexy!!!

[@ShopLifeTV]

I agree it makes it look much better, I love the fitment!

[@3rkowtf669]

Looks great 👍

[@tomiibarra8733]

looks beautiful 😍

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Tomi!!!

[@m3f80-owner3]

Nice Video! I have F80 mineral white and I'm planing to get VS-5RS but I can't decide between Satin Black or Brushed Clear ones. Could someone please share your opinion why would you choose Satin Black or Brushed Clear? Appreciated

[@obrianpennycooke9811]

I have a 2017 BMW M4 with H&R red sport springs on factory EDC suspension. Would these wheels and tires combo fit my car without rubbing?

[@cristian198]

They look good!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Christian, they look even better when it’s aired out!

[@cristian198]

@@ShopLifeTV Lets see it!

[@ShopLifeTV]

I’ll be posting new pics/short videos tomorrow on IG and TikTok!

[@sonicnofadz]

Just ordered a set for my avus blue 18 comp f80. Exact same size (brushed clear 19x11 et44 & 19x10 et25). Kinda worried about fitment in the front, gets pretty close to rubbing the spring perch, are you running coilovers, negative camber? What is your suspension setup?

[@f3irty278]

No shots aired out!?

[@videogazer801]

You must have gotten them when there was a shortage. I have these same wheels and specs and paid $2,600 shipped to my door last week.

[@videogazer801]

No group buy needed either

[@mohammedalhamed8198]

Hi I have problem in my bmw x5 2003 if I start engine and I move for 1 kilometers than car can't move engine working then I stop engine and start again it will move 500 meters and same thing again can you tell me what Is the problem

[@houseofno]

Wow! Those wheels make Alpina wheels look like a bargain (real ones are around $1,500 EACH). BBS are OEM for my E32. Put wheel locks on those. There have been some news articles on the recent rash of high end wheel thefts in urban areas. Look it up. Don't be the guy to find your car on cinder blocks minus your expensive wheels. Get wheel insurance - most car insurance companies don't cover high end wheels esp if they are non OEM or aftermarket. Alpinas have some protection courtesy of keyed wheel center covers and a stemless air system (valve stem relocated to the wheel hub).

[@ShopLifeTV]

Haha I love Alpina wheels, and BBS has a lot of OEM wheel options for various manufacturers, which is why I am a big fan of BBS wheels. Many of BMWs great wheel designs have been made by BBS. Definitely going to put on some wheel locks!

[@bimma.]

Paint match reflectors?

[@edbug007]

Awesome wheels don’t curb them lol

[@ShopLifeTV]

Lol no kidding. I’ve never curbed a wheel yet, hope to keep it that way!

[@smm6526]

Amazing what tires can do to a car

[@ShopLifeTV]

Honestly though, getting rid of fender gap and putting on the right set of wheels can make any car look great!

[@Fee.1]

You need any help with the channel or around the shop? I’m looking for my next project.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Are you near Charlotte, NC?

[@hmautospa]

What size tires

[@Fee.1]

3:46 casting? They’re cast wheels, not forged??? 👀😳 if so just understand you may wind up paying more than the upfront cost after you deal with cracked wheels etc…just do some research on Apex or cast wheels in general and problems like “apex cracked wheel” or “cast wheel problems”. If you already know what you’re getting into just ignore this Edit: I guess if they’re intended to be “beater” wheels for track use it’s not a problem,

[@ShopLifeTV]

They are forged lol I used the wrong term

[@jaylowmcluvin7527]

Ouchhhhh, I thought you bought HRE’s

[@Fee.1]

Bro you use a impact driver on wheels all the time ??? I guess you can actually get away with that as long as you don’t need to use them on heavier vehicles, I’d get tired of all that hammering real quick though…

[@paulp7692]

Wheels are pretty, but meh on the bags.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks Paul! Trust me when you have your air suspension set properly and not just set to lay frame. It handles and feels great.

[@Fee.1]

What’s Mpact

[@ShopLifeTV]

It’s a car show/track day at Poconos raceway focusing on BMW M cars

[@jehadbazarbachi2097]

If these rims are black it will look amazing, the chrome finish doesnt suit the colour of the car.

[@ShopLifeTV]

I am not a fan of black wheels. Also in black you wouldn't be able to see the concavity as much.

[@KujezZi]

@@ShopLifeTV Silver wheels are always better than black ones.

[@jehadbazarbachi2097]

@@ShopLifeTV true, im not a fan of black aswell. But all depends on the colour of the car hahaha. Keep up the great work truly enjoy watching you guy's

[@seanpaul3050]

Sell it. Get an E92 M3 instead.

[@ShopLifeTV]

Or keep it and buy an E90 M3 as well lol

[@seanpaul3050]

@@ShopLifeTV e90 4 door 🤮