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Le Mans Master
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Machine face wheels
Hi All. I am about to pull the trigger on a '19 Z51 Coupe. 1LT, Six Speed, Mag Ride, NPP,, Black Stinger. And, Machine Face wheels. My only concern are the Machine Face Wheels. Any issues similar to the GS/Z wheels, i.e., bending/cracking? Thanks. 
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Yeah, I haven't seen many complaints about the thinner (width) wheels. Hopefully they will be fine as I do like the look of the machine faced wheels.
Melting Slicks
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I have the machined face wheels on my 2019 Grand Sport Vert. Love them! I've hit some pretty hard bumps, potholes, railroad tracks, etc. So far, so good. Also, they are much easier to keep clean than chrome wheels and even when they are dirty, they still look good. When they are clean, they look great!
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Le Mans Master
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From: Hamilton Square NJ, Ocean City N. J. Key Biscayne Fla.
I have the machined face wheels on my 2019 Grand Sport Vert. Love them! I've hit some pretty hard bumps, potholes, railroad tracks, etc. So far, so good. Also, they are much easier to keep clean than chrome wheels and even when they are dirty, they still look good. When they are clean, they look great!
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I can't recall reading any threads about bending wheels on the narrow body cars. I've got the machined wheel option on my 2017 and love them. I think it gives a nice contrast to the solid black wheels.
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I replaced my silver base wheels for these in late 2015. Zero issues so far and love the way they look. Also, grew up just down the road from you in Lawrenceville. I visit all the time as I keep my C2 Corvette at a family member's house. Will have to keep an eye out for your new ride.
Last edited by bluevette67; Jul 19, 2019 at 09:50 AM.