37pat

Looking forward to buying some new tires. New tires, of course, aren't widely available. I thought about 18 in wheels all around, and found OE Wheel company. They make a replica Z06 wheel, available black or chrome, for a bargain basement price. The price is at the root of some fears that I have about these wheels?

Has anyone here on the forum used these? What kind of experience did you have with the wheels themselves, and the company?

37Pat

pnewt

Just bought some myself Pat. 17/18 black. No issue with purchase. Wheels arrive tomorrow. Look at all the dealers selling same wheels you like and notice that most are from the same area( Sarasota, Bradenton etc) They are all the same company and offer better prices at one or the other. reviews on these wheels look to be positive that I have seen. They are all Replica wheels. Good luck

C5Dobie

More than likely they'll be heavier, aside from that my other concerns would be straightness and how well the finish holds up..

37pat

Thanks for the feedback. Anyone else?

4XLR8N

Most aftermarket wheels are not built to OEM engineering standards. They are typically heavier, not as strong and the finish will not hold up as well.

There are exceptions.

Let the old axiom "you get what you pay for" be your guide.

I opted for OEM (Speedline) Z-06 wheels for these reasons plus they fit the theme of my Grand Sport project, where OEM look was important.

Good luck with your choice!

pnewt

Received my OE wheels today. They are not heavy,look to be well constructed and look great. Like the others said,we'll see how the finish holds up. Have had OZ and CCW's in the past but too expensive for this particular car. The finish on my original wheels is spotty at best so these wheels will suffice. Paid $110.00 for each so don't expect them to be as good as the OZ or CCW. Installing tomorrow and will update over the weekend if anyone is interested Pic is of another car like mine with the OE's

DARRYLZO6

4 years ago I bought a set of C6ZO6 style silver rims. Great price and fast delivery. Still got em. You won't have any problems.

37pat

Thanks to all for the feedback. Pnewt, I would like to hear back regarding your installation and performance thoughts. I'd also like to know the weight of one of these 18 inch wheels. Thanks again for all the feedback.

Pat

blown81bu

i just bought a set from house of wheels..2 18s 2 19s...c6z06 replicas black
there nice
BUT the powder coat is not the greatest alot of orange peal
Im going to send the wheels out to get redone over winter to my standards

Stroker87

I ordered c6 zo6 rims for my c5z should have them Friday I've had a set that came on a z28 i bought a few years ago (c5z style chrome) the quality of the chrome was better then the foose, DuB & Giovanna i had on my trucks and SUV's

pnewt car looks very nice

pnewt

mounted OE wheel

C5Dobie

what size did you go with? Wheel & tire?

Stroker87

got mine in and bolted up, wheels are nice finish it perfect and balance on the tires is spot on

Scooter70

Same here though I had them stripped and powdercoated before I even mounted them on the car.

Yes, they're heavier than stock but for the street I noticed no difference. I run my stock wheels at the track, where it matters.

pnewt

Went with original wheel size as tires were new. 265/40/17 and 295/35/ZR18 Happy with way they turned out