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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 08:52 PM
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I have narrowed down two sets of wheels that I like and that I think would look best on my 93 ruby vert. I want to upgrade to an 18" wheel and either chrome zr1's with the 40th anniversary centercap or the 01-04 zo6 chrome rims. Helpme decide because outside opinions are always helpful.


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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 09:40 PM
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I like the Zr-1's better becuase there is more surface area on them meaning more chrome thats what i plan on getting for my 95 in a couple of months when i need new rubber..... the Z06 ones are nice but just dont have the same "shine" when spinning since they have skinnier "extensions" (cant think of a better word lol) from the center versus the Zr-1's but both are hot and you just have to get what you like the most.....
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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 10:52 PM
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The C4 convertible is a very straight, smooth looking car with the top down. I think the Z06's are too busy for the body and don't complement the smoothness of the body. I vote for the ZR1s.
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 12:17 AM
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Either is a good choice. I think the Z06 rims would look best, though.
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 07:29 AM
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i vote zr1's because you can keep your ruby center caps making a more factory look rather than the z06's with the c5 emblem.
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 08:48 AM
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don't they have z06 center caps minus the c5 emblem?
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 06:44 PM
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I didn't know ZR1s came in 18s.
I for one like the Z06s. ZF SIX had them on his, and they looked great. Also, ZR1s are VERY common.
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i just went 17's
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The ZR1s look ok! But, if your going to change wheels get the Z06s!!
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Originally Posted by aboatguy
The ZR1s look ok! But, if your going to change wheels get the Z06s!!
maybe you know something i don't - i was told that they were the wrong off set - maybe there is an adapter but i'm not into adaptors
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