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blackZbandit · 01-28-2009, 12:20 AM

I wouldn't put them on my car (besides the fact that they won't fit on an SS) because it's not the look I'm going for, but the steelies look deliciously old school, very musclular indeed. I can definitely understand why ALOT of people woldn't like them, but like Scott said they're keeping the base price low so you can upgrade if you want.

Andro · 01-28-2009, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by OldTimer

Yellow 1 SS

Yellow 1SS

Sorry for the single posts. It's the only way I can get them to upload.

Yellow 1SS

Enjoy!

I think the yellow SS is a 2SS look at the headlights it's got the angel eye

Zabo · 01-28-2009, 01:28 AM

Good god that LS has some bad fit issues.. was this a Pre CTF car or just a slap together? I cringed hard at that car.. SS was much better.

SS22 · 01-28-2009, 03:05 AM

I guess im the only one that likes the black steelies in a rally sport, mad max, industrial sort of way. Dont get me wrong I like other wheels choices too, but if I had to scale back my budget Id be perfectly happy with the base.

camarolt76 · 01-28-2009, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

WHAT? Uhhhh....wrong sir. Please read below.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8107

RS Appearance Package (W RS )
(Available on 1 LT, 2 LT, 1 SS and 2 SS ) 1LT: $1,750
2LT: $1,450
SS: $1,200

20-inch Midnight Silver painted aluminum wheels

High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps

Body-color roof ditch molding
Rear spoiler (1LT and 2LT models)
RS unique taillamps
RS badging

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7787
And another link...

Sorry about that. I guess I was thinking they only offered the RS on the 2LT and 2SS like they do the leather interior and 4 pack gauges.

camarolt76 · 01-28-2009, 06:17 AM

I like the steel wheels. I have a 1976 Camaro which I have owned since 1984. I still have the original steel wheels which look very similar to these wheels. The wheel on that car now are Weld Wheel Drag lites, but I drove the car for at least 7 years with the original steel wheels. I think that is the kind of customer Chevrolet is building the Camaro LS for. Someone like me 24 years ago.

Hylton · 01-28-2009, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by fastball

I say, there's something 1930's gangster car sinister about the base LS steel wheels. I like 'em. I may just swap the rims on my LT/RS for those.

They won't fit your car.

Andro · 01-28-2009, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by camarolt76

I like the steel wheels. I have a 1976 Camaro which I have owned since 1984. I still have the original steel wheels which look very similar to these wheels. The wheel on that car now are Weld Wheel Drag lites, but I drove the car for at least 7 years with the original steel wheels. I think that is the kind of customer Chevrolet is building the Camaro LS for. Someone like me 24 years ago.

Yup the steel wheels should only belong to classic camaros not the 5th gen. I know the design is some what retro but no steel wheels.

timmy · 01-28-2009, 08:57 AM

Just a thought, but what if the steelies had a center cap in 2011 (chrome or silver like the trim rings) like the first gens.

I kind of like them the way they are, but they need a little dressing up.

Hylton · 01-28-2009, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by timmy

Just a thought, but what if the steelies had a center cap in 2011 (chrome or silver like the trim rings) like the first gens.

I kind of like them the way they are, but they need a little dressing up.

Good idea - also chrome lugnuts would be nice.

BigRigMike · 01-28-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Hylton

They won't fit your car.

Why would the steel wheels not fit on a LT? Same brakes and suspension between the LS and LT.

Hylton · 01-28-2009, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRigMike

Why would the steel wheels not fit on a LT? Same brakes and suspension between the LS and LT.

It will fit an LT but not an LT with RS package. The RS gives you the SS wheels (different color) and as a result, changes the hubs to the SS hubs which changes the offset:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11801

greenrail · 01-28-2009, 11:12 AM

Gee, I don't think it looks all that bad for a base model.

Perhaps I am way out in left field, but, I can imagine a stripper package like that as an even more base SS model. But, hey I like the stealth look myself.

Nothin' better than smokin' a Mustang with something that just doesn't look right. Perhaps that would be something offered as a B4C package for Police duty and goofs like me.

BigRigMike · 01-28-2009, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Hylton

It will fit an LT but not an LT with RS package. The RS gives you the SS wheels (different color) and as a result, changes the hubs to the SS hubs which changes the offset:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11801

Thanks, looks like I need to check out camaro5 evenmore because i am starting to miss things.

This changes things for me now i was thinking 2LT/RS but swap for the 1LT wheels. Looks like that won't be happening.

01-28-2009, 12:20 AM	#57
blackZbandit Drives: BLACK ON BLACK 2012 CAMARO SS Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LOS ANGELES, CA Posts: 743 View My Garage	I wouldn't put them on my car (besides the fact that they won't fit on an SS) because it's not the look I'm going for, but the steelies look deliciously old school, very musclular indeed. I can definitely understand why ALOT of people woldn't like them, but like Scott said they're keeping the base price low so you can upgrade if you want. __________________ BLACK CAR + FLAT BLACK STRIPES + BLACK WHEELS = BLK PW3R!! **Thanks to Silver Streak for the pic I used to make this sig**

01-28-2009, 11:12 AM	#69
greenrail Comic Curmudgeon Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS-2010 VW CC Sport Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Near Chicago, IL Posts: 2,395	Gee, I don't think it looks all that bad for a base model. Perhaps I am way out in left field, but, I can imagine a stripper package like that as an even more base SS model. But, hey I like the stealth look myself. Nothin' better than smokin' a Mustang with something that just doesn't look right. Perhaps that would be something offered as a B4C package for Police duty and goofs like me. __________________ Member Illinois Camaro Club His Name is Rosie - "Speak Softly and Carry a Big Stick!" - If you know who said that, then you know the genesis of his name. Last edited by greenrail; 01-28-2009 at 12:09 PM.

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01-28-2009, 01:28 AM	#59
Zabo Gunning for Sixth Drives: '03 ZR2 Blazer Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Woodhaven, Michigan Posts: 9,358 View My Garage	Good god that LS has some bad fit issues.. was this a Pre CTF car or just a slap together? I cringed hard at that car.. SS was much better.

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SS22 Drives: 2010 Blue Camaro RS Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Alaska Posts: 507	I guess im the only one that likes the black steelies in a rally sport, mad max, industrial sort of way. Dont get me wrong I like other wheels choices too, but if I had to scale back my budget Id be perfectly happy with the base.

01-28-2009, 06:17 AM	#62
camarolt76 2SS/RS Black/CGM Stripes Drives: 88 Iroc, 76 Camaro, 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Hampton Roads Virginia Posts: 599 View My Garage	I like the steel wheels. I have a 1976 Camaro which I have owned since 1984. I still have the original steel wheels which look very similar to these wheels. The wheel on that car now are Weld Wheel Drag lites, but I drove the car for at least 7 years with the original steel wheels. I think that is the kind of customer Chevrolet is building the Camaro LS for. Someone like me 24 years ago.

01-28-2009, 08:57 AM	#65
timmy Drives: 1968 Camaro Convertible Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: US Posts: 8	Just a thought, but what if the steelies had a center cap in 2011 (chrome or silver like the trim rings) like the first gens. I kind of like them the way they are, but they need a little dressing up.