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Old Aug 23, 2011 | 02:13 PM
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Just bought a set of these in the standard C6 sizes for my Velocity Yellow Coupe. I'll post more pics when I get them installed.



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Old Aug 23, 2011 | 03:03 PM
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Very nice and going to look really good on your VY Vette
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Old Aug 23, 2011 | 03:08 PM
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I like them.
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Old Aug 23, 2011 | 03:31 PM
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Nice. Pics on car! New tires as well?
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Old Aug 23, 2011 | 03:34 PM
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Nice, be sure to post pics after you get them installed.
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Old Aug 23, 2011 | 03:55 PM
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Look nice in the box. Waiting for car pix.
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Nice. Pics on car! New tires as well?
I just bought the Vette about three weeks ago and it has new tires on it. So, no, not getting tires....will post pics as soon as they get here!
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Originally Posted by Xedes
I like them.
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I just bought the Vette about three weeks ago and it has new tires on it. So, no, not getting tires....will post pics as soon as they get here!
Well if they are the good year runflat tires will follow soon. Either way enjoy your new car and wheels.
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Well if they are the good year runflat tires will follow soon. Either way enjoy your new car and wheels.

Ya know what...? I never even paid any attention to whether they are runflats or not. I just looked at a picture of my Vette and all I can make out is Goodyear Eagle.....Damn, now Im curious. I'll hafta run out and look on my next break!
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Looking good.
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Showing the wheels in the box is like showing the girlfriends new Victoria Secret undies in the bag. On the car is better,
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Old Aug 23, 2011 | 08:40 PM
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I've seen the deep dish version of that wheel on a VY the other day...you will be happy with the outcome I'm sure...

Standing by for pictures...
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Showing the wheels in the box is like showing the girlfriends new Victoria Secret undies in the bag. On the car is better,
Get those puppies mounted pronto.
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They will look great on VY
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