Looking for a E9 quality wooden steering wheel

[Johnny D]

Hi Guys, I'm looking for a nice wooden steering wheel for my E9.

Ive seen loads of cheap looking copies on Ebay etc, but i want something that looks good without costing no more than £500-£600 .
I have no idea on what make to go for, but i know it has to be in keeping with the basic style of the car.
I am open to suggestions as long as theyre not rude.
I am based in London but transport costs is not an issue

Thanking you guys in advance.

Johnny D

 

[rsporsche]

Johnny, the cost depends partially on what brand of wheel you are interested in ... there are several. to me, you want to find a 380 mm wheel ... many of the Momo wheels are 350 mm.
1. the original BMW wood 'bus' wheel ... probably the least expensive approach
2. a nardi (new style hub)
3. a new style Moto Lita (the e9 hub can be hard to find)
4. a new style Momo
5 a nardi (original 'conical' style hub)
6. an old momo
7. alpina

 

[Keshav]

Or even go thru the ‘show your steering wheel’ thread to get some ideas

Show your...Steering wheel(s)

Under various discussions, folks have been showing their steering wheels so I thought it would be cool to have them under one heading, for future references too. 1. Original leather 38cm CSL Petri with long hub 2. 38cm Petri with leather wrap by master Alpina craftsman (has a new home/ owner)...

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[Johnny D]

Johnny, the cost depends partially on what brand of wheel you are interested in ... there are several. to me, you want to find a 380 mm wheel ... many of the Momo wheels are 350 mm.
1. the original BMW wood 'bus' wheel ... probably the least expensive approach
2. a nardi (new style hub)
3. a new style Moto Lita (the e9 hub can be hard to find)
4. a new style Momo
5 a nardi (original 'conical' style hub)
6. an old momo
7. alpina
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Or even go thru the ‘show your steering wheel’ thread to get some ideas

Show your...Steering wheel(s)

Under various discussions, folks have been showing their steering wheels so I thought it would be cool to have them under one heading, for future references too. 1. Original leather 38cm CSL Petri with long hub 2. 38cm Petri with leather wrap by master Alpina craftsman (has a new home/ owner)...

e9coupe.com

Very useful....Thank you much for this info.

 

[eriknetherlands]

Hey Johnny, I may still have one of the wood wheels, supplied as original option. Let me check this evening; it's one like this one; they are a tad larger then the 380 mm Petri's.
I'm just across the small pond; in the Netherlands, so shipping should be very affordable.

 

[Gary Knox]

Johnny,

I also have a nice OE wooden wheel for the e9. It is missing a couple of the chrome pieces at the edges of the spokes, but I have new replacement ones. IF you have interest, send me a PM with your email address and I'll send pictures.

I had this type wheel on my two e9's back in the late 1970's, and loved the feel of it. Bought this one to install on my '74 in place of the Nardi that was on it, but sold the car before I got it installed.

Cheers,

Gary
USA

 

[HB Chris]

The bus wheels both plastic and wood are 42cm, CSi Sport wheel 41cm, Petris 40 and 38 for comparison. I love the wood bus wheel in our 2800 and in my NK.

 

[tferrer]

@Johnny D -It depends on how you like to drive to a degree. If you like to drive a bit more sporty and appreciate quicker reactions from the car, then a smaller wheel will likely be more to your liking. If you want to cruise bigger roads than bigger may feel better. Personally I like smaller wheels and anything larger than a 38 feels bus like but that's just what I like...You'd probably be happier prioritizing the size/feel factor over looks for longer term enjoyment. You can find anything you want if you are prepared to look for it and pounce when available.

 

[Markos]

@Drew Gregg has a really handsome one for sale. Not your typical Nardi.

Formel Mahogany steering wheel FS

38mm (15"+/- ) 1960's vintage wheel in excellent condition with correct hub and hardware that was in my 3.0CS for a year. $750.00 + shipping from Ft. Lauderdale. I decided to go with a custom leather-covered Momo wheel that I bought on the Forum. Pics of both wheels in my car are below. Most...

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[G-Man]

You can buy a new Nardi Classic 390mm wooden steering wheel, either chrome or black spoke in your price range. The black spoke wheel looks much better in a E9 IMHO. https://mrsteeringwheel.com/nardi-nd-classic-390mm-wood-5051-39-2300/

 

[Johnny D]

Hey Johnny, I may still have one of the wood wheels, supplied as original option. Let me check this evening; it's one like this one; they are a tad larger then the 380 mm Petri's.
I'm just across the small pond; in the Netherlands, so shipping should be very affordable.
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Hi Erik, I have seen examples here in London, most recently on a CS. I think its a little too big for me. IF you have anything smaller i would be more than interested. Thank you for the effort and I hope you have a Nice Xmas & New Year. Les hope 2022 is the beginning of the end.

 

[eriknetherlands]

Hi, sorry nothing smaller then the std 420mm wheel.