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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:10 PM
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i just bought a black 06 z51 .it came with a second set of oem polished rims ....should i go back to stock or keep my rims on or get a set of zo6 2006-2008 black rims...thanx[IMG][/IMG]
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:11 PM
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Z06 chrome would look great.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:14 PM
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Those oem polished rims are horrible...they look terrible...throw them away...in fact if you'd like, just send them to me and I'll put them in the trash for you....mmmmk?
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:15 PM
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i just bought a black 06 z51 .it came with a second set of oem polished rims ....should i go back to stock or keep my rims on or get a set of zo6 2006-2008 black rims...thanx[IMG][/IMG]
I think that looks good. Run it for a while and see what you think next year.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:16 PM
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That is obviously a very subjective question. I've never liked black wheels. So, I would opt for the polished OEMs given the choices you listed. But, whatever floats your boat.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:19 PM
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Originally Posted by chiefzusaf
Those oem polished rims are horrible...they look terrible...throw them away...in fact if you'd like, just send them to me and I'll put them in the trash for you....mmmmk?
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:29 PM
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Sell both the sets that you have, and buy some 08 or newer Comp Gray take offs from someone. They'll look great with your black Vette. Unless they are really expensive, most after market wheels aren't as good of quality as the OEM wheels that the cars come with. If you like chrome, you can get a set of silver painted 08 or newer split spokes cheap, and get them chromed.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Zymurgy
That is obviously a very subjective question. I've never liked black wheels. So, I would opt for the polished OEMs given the choices you listed. But, whatever floats your boat.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:38 PM
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The wheels you have on the car look really good. So would the stock polished, but keep in mind, polished wheels have to be kept CLEAN and then you do have to keep the polish up.

I have heard of people using Zaino on polished wheels, but Rejex might work. Just make sure the wheels are thoroughly clean and clay bar them as well.

Z06 wheels would look good as well. I like the sinister look the car has with wheels you have. You could sell the polished wheels and keep the money for those Z06 wheels later on. Or for different mods that will, inevitably come up.

These cars are like a mistress, you keep spending more money after you purchase them. This little gizmo, those shift boots, that little thing. It will never stop.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 09:43 PM
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Only you can make the choice of what your personal taste like.

For me personally, I don't like Black wheel on a black car. Reminds me of a car (many years ago) with basic wheels without hubcaps. Too hard too distinguish between where the wheel stops and the tire begin. Also, too much black. I prefer a little contrast so I would definitely prefer the OEM polished wheels.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 10:20 PM
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I like the wheels shown personally. I would like to see what they would look like on my white 07
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 10:26 PM
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go with the black powder coated spyders with the satin finish.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by ncvette_soon
Only you can make the choice of what your personal taste like.

For me personally, I don't like Black wheel on a black car. Reminds me of a car (many years ago) with basic wheels without hubcaps. Too hard too distinguish between where the wheel stops and the tire begin. Also, too much black. I prefer a little contrast so I would definitely prefer the OEM polished wheels.


The polished wheels would be a better choice and if you put them on and think otherwise you can always go back. Unless you try them you will never really know which you prefer.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 10:48 PM
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Keep what is on the car in the picture or get the ZO-6 repro wheels that will fit the C-6. Chrome ZO-6 would look great too.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 10:51 PM
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thanx guys
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Personal opinion, of course...Get those black wheels off the car as soon as possible! Either put the OEM polished wheels back on, or order yourself some "Z06 Black Chrome" wheels. Black car...Black Chrome...there you go! If you decide to put the OEM polished wheels back on, they are clear coated and probably the easiest wheel to keep looking good...no polish, just wash and wax along with the car. They just don't have the "bling" effect like regular chrome does.
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I kike the wheels you have on it. Stick with them.
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I kike the wheels you have on it. Stick with them.
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Old Aug 24, 2009 | 03:01 AM
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zo6 2006-2008 black rims or grey would be sick
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Old Aug 24, 2009 | 03:09 AM
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I hate black wheels, ugly and so faddish, put the polished back on.
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