Basic Performance’s BMW F80 M3 Clubsport on EC-7R Forged Wheels

APEX Authorized Dealer, Basic Performance, continues to spread the motorsports culture in South Korea. Their shop F80 M3 CS is the ultimate dual duty street and track car featuring industry leading parts such as a Brembo 380mm brake kit, Ohlins Custom Road & Track dampers, Akrapovic exhaust and more. The shop finding a set of lightweight 18″ track wheels that would clear those massive brakes is not an easy task, but this is where APEX excels. Our new 18″ forged wheels provide plenty of clearance for the brakes and have a number of other benefits and features designed for track use such as paintless knurled beads on the barrel that keeps the knurling sharp to reduce unwanted tire slippage during hard braking. The Basic Performance team chose the EC-7R design in a new premium Brushed Clear finish. The way these wheels pop on this machine is extraordinary. Enjoy the photos below of the freshly unboxed wheels and mounted on the M3 CS.

Wheel Setup

Front: APEX 18×9.5″ ET22 EC-7R Forged in Brushed Clear Yokohama Advan A052 255/40/18 15mm Front Spacer -3.5° Camber

Rear: APEX 18×10.5″ ET40 EC-7R Forged in Brushed Clear Yokohama Advan A052 275/40/18

APEX Red Center Caps

Drivetrain

Eventuri Carbon Intake Eventuri Carbon Charge Pipe CSF Top Mount Intercooler Akrapovic Downpipes Akrapovic Evolution

Suspension and Brakes

Ohlins Custom Road&Track Dampers H&R Race Springs Millway Camber Plates KW Rear Adjustable Toe Link Kit Fall-Line Motorsports Camber Shim Kit Brembo GT Kit 6p 380mm 34T / 4p 380mm 28T Ferodo DS1.11 pads M4 GTS Brake Servo Unit

Body and Aero

Team Schirmer GT Wing BMW M4 GTS Hood Spreek Carbon side skirt attachment

Safety and Interior

Recaro GK2 Driver / Passenger Schroth 6point harness Autotechnik Carbon Steering Wheel Autotechnik Shift Paddle in San Marino Blue by iND M Performance Steering Wheel Gloss Carbon Trim in San Marino Blue by iND AIM SOLO 2 DL with Smarty Cam BROS Laptor Mini2

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Tom M.

Tom is a BMW Fitment Expert at APEX Wheels. Prior to joining the company in 2019, he worked for BMW of North America as Fleet Manager: Portland (OR) for the ReachNow car-sharing program, and as Warranty Administrator/Loaner Fleet Manager at BMW Portland. In addition, Tom has extensive training in BMW TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins) as well as in-depth knowledge of all BMW chassis and their wheel fitment options, with and without aftermarket brake and suspension upgrades. His high-performance driving experience includes autocross events in southern Oregon and track days at PIR in his 2004 E46 330i with 17x9 ET42 APEX ARC-8 wheels. Vehicles he owned prior to indulging his passion for BMWs include a 1989 Jaguar XJ6 and a 2006 S197 Ford Mustang. Fun Fact: Tom is a huge Formula 1 fan. Have questions about wheels for your BMW? Use our contact form and ask for Tom.