winter tire/rim question

[torpedo]

It's time of the year again. Sorry if there was already a such thread relating this topic, I haven't been checking in regularly.
I have been looking at the following for winter wheels.
Michelin: seems durable, reasonably reputable
Perili: Don't know any info on this one.. but one of suggested by BMW dealer
Yokohama: Heard many good things about this, seems to be the most technically superior, but heard they have short lifespan. Is this true?
Nokian: recommented by a local shop. They also make rims too, and good price.

Any other info? suggestions?
thanks in advance.

 

[MrElussive]

http://www.aaarims.com/specials/bmw-3-16.shtml

Scroll all the way down until you see "SNOW PACKAGES". You can choose from 4 different BMW Replica wheels matches with Dunlop Winter Sport M2 snow tires...pricing ranges from $950 to $1050 for the whole set (4 rims, 4 tires, mounted and balanced). Superb pricing, in my opinion and a solid snow tire.

 

[xmas63]

Mr. E., do you know anything about the quality of their OEM replica's? I was looking at their site yesterday and was seriously considering a winter rim/tire package, but, for example, are these rims gonna bend the first time I hit a pothole, or something?

Also, I noticed that all the different rims have different "offsets". Is this something I need to consider for proper fitment? (I don't even know what this is...)

Thanks!

 

[torpedo]

Not sure if it's necessary to get alloy for winter. Steel is heavier, but probably more durable against salt. I don't really mind getting a 16'' but what I really want is 225+ tread width as it increases contact with road hence better traction in any condition.
What's the best wheel/tire maker makes the best combination for the above requirement?