In article >,
Mike Mayer > wrote:
>Thanks to all who responded.
>
>I did hear back from the BMW dealer, and they say that even if you remove
>the plastic tub bolted to the bottom of the new 3 series trunk, there is
>still no room for a spare tire. DOH!
>
>Can anyone confirm this (without tearing out your plastic tub)?
>
>If I really want to ditch the runflats, I will still need a spare regardless
>of whether I go with summers, all-seasons, or winters. Maybe I just plop
>the spare in the trunk. Yeah, 30 extra pounds of rubber and rim, but, I get
>peace of mind.

I'd do it.

Maybe you need a continental tire kit :-)

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