Steering Wheel

restor · 04-09-2024, 10:22 PM

Thinking of buying 2025 m40i, drove a 2023 with 5800 miles on it

Why is the steering wheel so thick? any reason, kind of a turn off

anyone else have that complaint, or do you just get use to it.

I know the way to hold at 9&3, but many times its more like 10&2

your input would be great

Thank you

MisanoblueZ4 · 04-09-2024, 10:37 PM

Thicker wheel then I’ve had in previous cars, after a bit of driving I prefer it over a thin wheel now. You get used to it very quickly.

jimbojsb · 04-09-2024, 11:20 PM

It’s a plus, not a minus. Compared to the E85 Z4M it’s thin.

Argo · 04-09-2024, 11:52 PM

It's thick, but I wouldn't say too thick. That said, I didn't mind it in the test drive.

I believe in theory you could swap it out with a Supra wheel or something aftermarket if you really don't like it.

stlcdr · 04-10-2024, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MisanoblueZ4

Thicker wheel then I’ve had in previous cars, after a bit of driving I prefer it over a thin wheel now. You get used to it very quickly.

I agree with this. It was a surprise to start with, but I find it much more natural now. Indeed, in the other car with thin wheels seems 'odd' now, and I drive that more.

Westside Guy · 04-10-2024, 08:49 AM

I also like this “thicker” wheel and it is a nonissue to me.

Horseman · 04-10-2024, 12:47 PM

Listen, nothin wrong with that THICC GRIP... handle them curves nicely...

vertigo corsa · 04-10-2024, 03:20 PM

BMW M Performance G-Chassis Steering Wheel

https://ind-distribution.com/collect...grey-stitching

The burning question to ask if whether you dislike the OEM wheel enough to spend $1000+ on a genuine replacement? I'd prefer to match the 12 o'clock marker with the seat and door card color... but ymmv.

RigaTony1982 · 04-10-2024, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by vertigo corsa

BMW M Performance G-Chassis Steering Wheel

https://ind-distribution.com/collect...grey-stitching

The burning question to ask if whether you dislike the OEM wheel enough to spend $1000+ on a genuine replacement? I'd prefer to match the 12 o'clock marker with the seat and door card color... but ymmv.

This isn't any thinner than the stock one. Just different materials.

BEAR-AvHistory-2 · 04-11-2024, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by vertigo corsa

BMW M Performance G-Chassis Steering Wheel

The burning question to ask if whether you dislike the OEM wheel enough to spend $1000+ on a genuine replacement? I'd prefer to match the 12 o'clock marker with the seat and door card color... but ymmv.

Got my fire extinguisher out. Killed the burning question.

Way to expensive. Would go with a piece of red tape to mark 12 o'clock.

vertigo corsa · 04-11-2024, 08:34 PM

Grab a bigger fire extinguisher.

https://azaautowheel.com/product/ste...er-red-stripe/

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restor Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: bmw 330 Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: az iTrader: (0)	Steering Wheel Thinking of buying 2025 m40i, drove a 2023 with 5800 miles on it Why is the steering wheel so thick? any reason, kind of a turn off anyone else have that complaint, or do you just get use to it. I know the way to hold at 9&3, but many times its more like 10&2 your input would be great Thank you
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MisanoblueZ4 Lieutenant 1389 Rep 578 Posts Drives: 2021 Z4 M40I Join Date: Sep 2023 Location: South Carolina iTrader: (0)	Thicker wheel then I’ve had in previous cars, after a bit of driving I prefer it over a thin wheel now. You get used to it very quickly.
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Argo ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ 703 Rep 366 Posts Drives: '24 Z4 M40i Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0) Garage List 2024 BMW Z4 M40i [10.00]	It's thick, but I wouldn't say too thick. That said, I didn't mind it in the test drive. I believe in theory you could swap it out with a Supra wheel or something aftermarket if you really don't like it.
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vertigo corsa Enlisted Member 102 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 2020 AMG C63S Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: Hillsborough County iTrader: (0)	BMW M Performance G-Chassis Steering Wheel https://ind-distribution.com/collect...grey-stitching The burning question to ask if whether you dislike the OEM wheel enough to spend $1000+ on a genuine replacement? I'd prefer to match the 12 o'clock marker with the seat and door card color... but ymmv.
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