Not directed at me, but my 2 cents. Just installed Conti Extreme Contact DWS06 and don't think I really detect a difference in noise, of course, engine is usually roaring, music blaring and I did soundproof the vehicle. They will stay on until April 1st.

I do notice a slightly smoother and softer ride (usually run in Sport mode) but mine is a Z51, and your base is softer anyway so I'm not sure if there would be a detectable difference. YMMV I think there is a sacrifice performance wise with the Conti's but what the heck, I'm not tracking anyway.

"Some may call it Road Rage, I call it aggressively maneuvering around idiots that don't know how to drive"

 

I'm getting the 18/19 to replace my Base C7 wheels and Discount Tire quoted me $136 out the door price to remount and balance mine. You got a good price.

 

Do it! Get the wheels and All Season tires; you can then swap the sets at will and as temps demand. Don't forget to get a new set of TPMS's.

 

Z06 wheel rocks, I like the OEM wheel which is built to GM specs, would get mine in gloss black!

 

My 2015 is a non-Z51, but I am running the ZF1 Pkg which is the 19" & 20" wheels. I also drive in the Sport mode 100% of the time. Thanks for the heads up on the noise level of run flats v non-run flats. I may just end up getting the wheels then deciding on the tires later.

After 10 months of ownership, I now have 2600 miles on the C7 due to owning the 981, XKR, & F150 which I alternate driving these vehicles. Between traveling to the 2nd home in the mountains (which I never drive any of the sports cars, no garage) and time on the ocean sailing, I am away from the cars.

 

I plan to do the same when my tires need replacing - non Z-51.

 

As someone else has said I don't think you will notice any difference in noise between RF and non-RF tires. I have run both on my C6 and didn't notice any difference in road noise. RF tires have a thicker and stiffer sidewall, which is really what makes them RF tires, so you might notice a little difference in smoothness, although I doubt the difference is enough for most people to really notice.

 

I asked the vendor selling these Z06 Repro wheels the following:

Question:

Only concern would be the chrome. Have you had any experiences with the same manufacturer on other chrome wheels they have produced and have they held up well on the chrome?

I suspect these wheels are coming out of China. Can you confirm?

Their response:

"Yes, mostly liked built by Chinese prison labor camps".

Would you as a C7 owner buy these wheels knowing the above response?

 

I prefer the "tuning fork" wheels. To me, the Z06 wheels are to busy and complicated. I would not make the change!!

 

Now, there's a product endorsement that bolsters confidence and positive consumer sentiment.

 

I'd get the new wheels you like and sell the stock rims and tires. Don't see any advantage to having (storing) an extra set of wheels and tires.

 

random thoughts..........

most of the repro wheels that I've had are "okay" quality,,, not show quality. your experience might be different. your standards may be different.

whether you are happy long term is more a function of your vendor and not the manufacturer. check the vendors record.

email leaves all messages too open for interpretation but if I got that response to a valid question,,, I'd move on and find another vendor.

just my thoughts

 

I might....if I were unable to source domestic made product, but then you also need to consider cost within reason. Imports are usually lower cost, but in most cases tend to suffer in quality. I tend to not buy based on cost, but instead based on quality. I've gone the "you get what you pay for" route too many times.

I can't be a parent to the world, so no the quote wouldn't bother me. The "me" generation has dramatically changed the world as we know it and frankly at 60 they have taught me to look out for me first. We are all on that runaway train leading to the wreck at the bottom of the mountain and the "know it alls" are the ones who are going to have to clean up the mess, more than likely I'll be off the train by then.

 

Quite the response, not sure if the Vendor was trying to be funny or sarcastic but I would have to pass. I would contact another Vendor if possible and ask them the same question.

 

I agree with this as well, the Z06 wheels aren't bad but I definitely prefer the "clean" look of the split 5 spokes. I think this is also due to the fact that they are chrome which makes them loud. As another user suggested, maybe perhaps look at aftermarket?

 

If you want Z06 wheels just buy a Z06. Stock wheels look good and help maintain originalaty and value.

 

jwparham:

Sorry to disappoint you jmwparham, but I wouldn't spend $85,000+ for a Z06 just for the wheels.

You might want to make a post to everyone who has taken their Stingray or Z51 and added the Z06 grille to their car.

It certainly appears they were not willing to buy a Z06 just for the grille either. There are several Z06 items that would make any C7 look great. To bad GM didn't offer the Z06 grille and wheels on the Stingray or Z51 models.

Perhaps in the future they will make these items available. Nevertheless, GM is selling lots of OEM Z06 grilles to many Stingray and Z51 owners.

Since you ordered a Red Z51 2LT, you might want to ask Davis Chevrolet to add the Z06 grille & wheels. They would look awfully nice on your new C7.

 

I won't comment on the wheels other than to say I'm not a fan of chrome. I will give you my impression of goflats as I have 3000 miles on a set of DWS06 Contis. The ride is excellent with little road noise. I can't compare the handling to the OEM tires as I replaced them immediately after delivery and only drove 50 miles from my dealer to a local tire store. I wouldn't think you need AS tires in NM so are you thinking about a second set of summer tires. What brand and model?

 

Z06 has much larger / wider front 10" and rear 12" wide wheels, same size as is on C6 ZR1 and C6 427 Convertible. Choice of tires in these sizes is very limited, and pretty darn expensive..... I know, I have a 427 Convertible.

 

rmorin1249:

The thought about buying the new tires were a smoother and quieter ride than the run-flats. But as others have chimed in here stating there may not be a difference, I may take Mr.Clean1's advice and just have the wheels mounted on the OEM Michelin run-flats.

My choice would be either the Continental DWS(as you have) or a set of Hankook Ventus Evo V12 which I have on my Jaguar XKR and have proved a nice smooth and quiet ride. Seems the Continental DWS are quite popular here with C7 owners.

Also, now that I got a response from the CF vendor that sells the Z06 Reproduction wheels that they are made in China probably by Chinese prison workers in camps, I am concerned about quality. See post above. I am not sure if the CF vendor was just kidding around, but I did ask a serious question about the wheels and quality of the chrome. I assumed he made a serious response. If the vendor really wants to sell wheels, I don't think joking around with a potential customer is the proper way to handle customer relations. Most likely the CF vendor may not even know who makes the wheels other than the stamp on the box that he gets saying "Made in China".

I realize all GM wheels are made in China also.

I was quoted $1250 for the entire set (19X8.5 ET56 & 20X10 ET79 = C7 Z51), delivered and with all new hardware/lugnuts. Nice price point indeed. I realize that no domestic manufacturer could make the wheels for that price. So the quality of the wheel itself and the quality of the chrome is important to me and should be for any other C7 owner considering these wheels.