BMW 1800, 2000 Tyres

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BMW 2000 Neue Klasse

BMW 1800/2000 Neue Klasse 1963−1972

The BMW 1800 Neue Klasse fitted 6.00-14 crossply tyres as original equipment. High-quality crossply tyres are not currently made in this size.
The BMW 2000 Neue Klasse fitted either 6.00-14 crossply tyres or 165 R14 radial tyres as original equipment.
we suggest fitting 165 R14 radial tyres, which are more suited to modern roads and also handle better.
For both the BMW 1800 and the BMW 2000 Neue Klasse, Longstone recommends the 165 HR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 as the most ideal radial tyre to fit.

1964 BMW 1800 Ti Brochure Cover

We have a dedicated page for the BMW 2000C & 2000CS, and a page that covers the whole BMW Neue Klasse range.
The BMW 1800 Ti originally fitted 165 R14 tyres, however for the Ti and powerful sporting variants a 185/70 R14 tyre would be better suited.
Our recommended 185/70 R14 tyre is the 185/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36.
The 185/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 can also be fitted as a wider, low-profile alternative tyre to models originally with 165 R14 tyres.

PIRELLI CINTURATO Tyres Explained

BMW 1800 & 2000 Innertubes

For 165 R14 tyres, the Michelin 14D is the innertube of choice.
185/70 R14 tyres can be fitted with Michelin 14E innertubes.
See the period tyre fitment information from Michelin and Pirelli in our Period Fitment Guides below.

BMW 1800, 2000 Recommended Tyres

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165 HR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67

Starting at £202.80 £169.00
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185/70 VR 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36

Starting at £190.80 £159.00
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Michelin 14D Offset Valve Inner Tube

Starting at £33.60 £28.00
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Michelin 14E Offset Valve Inner Tube

Starting at £33.60 £28.00

Other Options for BMW 1800, 2000 Tyres

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165R14 Michelin XAS

Starting at £183.60 £153.00
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185/70 VR 14 Michelin XAS

Starting at £252.00 £210.00
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165 X 14 Vredestein Classic

Starting at £114.00 £95.00
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185/70 HR 14 Avon CR6ZZ

Starting at £354.00 £295.00
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165 TR 14 Barum
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Set of 4 off 165 HR14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67

Starting at £778.80 £649.00
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Set of 5 off 165 R 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67

Starting at £954.00 £795.00
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Set of 4 off 185/70 VR14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36

Starting at £730.80 £609.00
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Set of 5 off 185/70 R 14 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36

Starting at £898.80 £749.00

History of the BMW 1800

Introduced in September 1963, the BMW 1800 was the second member of the New Class (Neue Klasse) family. This model had an M10 engine with a 84 mm (3.3 in) bore and 80 mm (3.1 in) stroke with a displacement of 1,773 cc, a power output of 90 hp at 5,250 revolutions per minute, and a torque output of 96 lb·ft (130 N·m) at 3,000 revolutions per minute.

In 1966, an automatic gearbox option was added, and in 1967, the 1800 was generally upgraded along with the 2000. Minor interior alterations were made, as well as aesthetic adjustments to the front grilles. The 1800's 1,773 cc engine was replaced in 1968 by an engine with the 2.0 L engine's 89 mm (3.5 in) bore and the original 71 mm (2.8 in) stroke, producing a displacement of 1,766 cc with a stroke/bore ratio of 0.798:1 instead of the previous 1800 engine's ratio of 0.952:1.

History of the BMW 2000

The 2000 was designed as an upmarket version of the 1800, with distinguishing broad taillights, additional external decoration, and distinctive rectangular headlamps. Due to government limitations on imports sold in the nation, the American version of the 2000 sedans could not feature these characteristic rectangular headlights. In the United States, a variant grille with four separate round headlights, similar to the style used later in the 2500 sedan, was available.

The '1800' taillights and headlights remained on the 2000TI. A more opulent 2000TI-lux (later "tilux") model combined the sporty TI engine with a higher-quality interior and accessories, including a wood dashboard and optional leather seats. In 1969, BMW introduced the 2000tii ('touring international, injected'), BMW's first fuel-injected model, featuring Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection. 1,952 2000tii cars were built of this final New Class sedan model.

Borrani Wire Wheel

BMW 1800 Ti Borrani Wheels

Borrani wheels are available for your BMW 1800 Ti. As agents for the iconic Ruote Borrani Milano company we are able to supply all wheels from their extensive range.

If your BMW 1800 Ti Borrani wheels require rebuilding then please contact us at sales@borrani.co.uk

BMW 1800 Ti wheels made by Ruote Borrani Milano are, without doubt, the best wire wheels available. Borrani wheels utilise aluminium rims, steel spokes and steel wheel centres.

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BMW Borrani wheels are available in the following styles