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Old 08-28-2011, 11:43 AM
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Default 2012 GrandSport wheels???? new aggressive 'kick' in the spokes, what option is this??

I'm only seeing on a few of the '12 GS's

need info

is this an option?

Not a fan of the 10/11 GS wheels, too chunky

Thanks

EDIT: currently a GCA wheel, not a direct option from BG

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Originally Posted by SteveDotenMotorsports
I'm only seeing on a few of the '12 GS's

need info

is this an option?

Not a fan of the 10/11 GS wheels, too chunky

Thanks
Don't know, but I saw them at Carlisle and really liked them also. The first thing I did was change the wheels on my '10 GS.
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It is a GCA wheel, available as an accessory
Old 08-28-2011, 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Callaway Chris
It is a GCA wheel, available as an accessory
The GM guys said these wheels will be out in a couple of months along with the new racing stripe kit.
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that's too bad, hoping they changed up the GS wheels

Seeing 'take off's' in C6parts for $400, I'm thinking people would agree

the Z06 spiders look great on the GS's

GM really nailed it with the CUP wheels
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The Z06 spiders are my choice on the GS.
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I think the GS wheels are one of the best designs Corvette has had recently!
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Check out this thread for photos.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...et-wheels.html
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Originally Posted by Bobbyosto
I think the GS wheels are one of the best designs Corvette has had recently!
I like my chrome GS wheels. As for those new ones, they look "chuncky" and am not into the bent look. I have had many compliments on my wheels. Each to their own.
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I love the GS wheels, not sure about the new GS wheels but I like the Cup wheels with the new brakes.



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Not a fan.......
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Originally Posted by Bobbyosto
I think the GS wheels are one of the best designs Corvette has had recently!
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If I wanted Camaro wheels, I would have bought a Camaro........

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Here we go again with the Gumby cartoon character, captured in a walking pose.

They're the NEW gumby (Generation 2) wheels for '12.
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Buying "bent" wheels is like buying a flat tire. Things are going from bad to worse.
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Originally Posted by SSTEVEGS
Here we go again with the Gumby cartoon character, captured in a walking pose.

They're the NEW gumby (Generation 2) wheels for '12.
Your right, Gumby gen2's

simple is best, Cup wheels are a HUGE hit

Best OEM wheel yet(Cup)
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No likey the Porsche-style "swept back" spokes. The current GS wheels work for me.

Agree the CUP wheels are stellar.

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