New wheels for my C7

binko · 10-02-2014, 08:12 AM

I always liked the twin spoke wheels of the Z51 however I went with the base suspension because I wanted the smoother ride. In looking at the West Coast Corvette website, I saw aftermarket chrome Z51 style wheels in the 18/19 size that the base suspension has.
Has anyone had any experience with these aftermarket wheels and their quality? I would hate to spend over $1000 and then have the chrome flake off or start rusting after a year.
Also does anyone know if there is a market for my original wheels which are the base painted silver although in perfect condition?

C2367 · 10-30-2014, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by binko

I always liked the twin spoke wheels of the Z51 however I went with the base suspension because I wanted the smoother ride. In looking at the West Coast Corvette website, I saw aftermarket chrome Z51 style wheels in the 18/19 size that the base suspension has.
Has anyone had any experience with these aftermarket wheels and their quality? I would hate to spend over $1000 and then have the chrome flake off or start rusting after a year.
Also does anyone know if there is a market for my original wheels which are the base painted silver although in perfect condition?

You would need to buy new tires 19" & 20" to fit Z51 Wheels, that's why I went with the ZF1.

REVVIC · 10-31-2014, 01:06 AM

Binko, if the aftermarket wheels in the Z51 style are the 18/19" diameters you now have on your Corvette you won't need new tires. I've had after market chrome wheels that held up well with care. Chrome polish and sealants allowed a set to look like new the day I sold them on my car to a friend.They were 14 years old. If the brand has a good reputation go for it and enjoy the eye candy. I love the twin spokes.

10-02-2014, 08:12 AM	#1
binko Drives: Honda Accord Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Flanders, NJ Posts: 114	New wheels for my C7 I always liked the twin spoke wheels of the Z51 however I went with the base suspension because I wanted the smoother ride. In looking at the West Coast Corvette website, I saw aftermarket chrome Z51 style wheels in the 18/19 size that the base suspension has. Has anyone had any experience with these aftermarket wheels and their quality? I would hate to spend over $1000 and then have the chrome flake off or start rusting after a year. Also does anyone know if there is a market for my original wheels which are the base painted silver although in perfect condition?

10-31-2014, 01:06 AM	#3
REVVIC Drives: 2014 Z51 Velocity Yellow Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 170	Binko, if the aftermarket wheels in the Z51 style are the 18/19" diameters you now have on your Corvette you won't need new tires. I've had after market chrome wheels that held up well with care. Chrome polish and sealants allowed a set to look like new the day I sold them on my car to a friend.They were 14 years old. If the brand has a good reputation go for it and enjoy the eye candy. I love the twin spokes. __________________