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Old Feb 6, 2025 | 09:34 AM
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Anyone have these wheels on their c5? Wondering how they will look on a black vert. Grey and black versions are available locally for a good deal.


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I’ve seen a few over the years and think they look really good on both the C6 and C5 wheels. They look very similar to the wheels Ferrari used at the time.
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
I’ve seen a few over the years and think they look really good on both the C6 and C5 wheels. They look very similar to the wheels Ferrari used at the time.
exactly where my mind went when I see them. Definitely a Ferrari vibe.
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Thanks - looks great!
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I almost bought a set of those when I was looking for wheels for my C5. It is a solid choice.

I ultimately ended up going with the standard flat spoke 5 spoke C6 wheels.
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I think those wheels look best with machined face with a black background.
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Very nice looking wheels. Definitely Ferrari 360 vibes.

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Very sweet looking. Wish I could find a set locally.
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Originally Posted by AtkRWC
Very sweet looking. Wish I could find a set locally.
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e are what I found. About 600 with tires having dates of 2021 and about 5/32 tread. Good deal?
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That deal doesn't sound too bad. Those wheels will fit over bigger brakes, with the right spacers. The car below has Brembo ATS front brakes.


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Originally Posted by USAZR1
That deal doesn't sound too bad. Those wheels will fit over bigger brakes, with the right spacers. The car below has Brembo ATS front brakes.

Would I need a spacer with stock brakes?
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You would want a small spacer to make the C6 wheels on a C5 flush with the fender, but not to clear brakes, it will bolt right on.
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Would I need a spacer with stock brakes?
Only on the rears, either a 20mm or 25mm.
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Originally Posted by USAZR1
Only on the rears, either a 20mm or 25mm.
thanks - any links to solid ones to use?
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thanks - any links to solid ones to use?
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
I’ve seen a few over the years and think they look really good on both the C6 and C5 wheels. They look very similar to the wheels Ferrari used at the time.
Also very similar to a Porsche 911 (stock wheels on a 2003 996.2 -- my other fun car)


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Always thought those were the best and most underrated C6 narrow body wheels! Only C6 era wheels I liked better were the Cup wheels!
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