Wheels question
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rottie102

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Sunday 17th July 2011
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Has anyone ever seen those or same looking replica wheels for sale?

ejenner

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Sunday 17th July 2011
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If you want to fit them to a Corsa - then 'no'

Depends...

rottie102

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ejenner said:
If you want to fit them to a Corsa - then 'no'

Depends...
Wow, funny guy...rolleyes

Smike

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Sunday 17th July 2011
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rottie102 said:
Has anyone ever seen those or same looking replica wheels for sale?
They look like Image CHB Classics to me

rottie102

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stainless_steve said:
Awesome! Thank you!!

ejenner

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Sunday 17th July 2011
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rottie102 said:
Wow, funny guy...rolleyes
Wow, boring lady front bottom.

sebhaque

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Sunday 17th July 2011
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ejenner said:
If you want to fit them to a Corsa - then 'no'

Depends...
I'd imagine they're probably for his Corvette. I know the first three model letters are the same, but do try and keep your attention focused longer than that.

I did a bit of digging for you though, tc, as those wheels are lovely, here's a link that might help.
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/superformance/1086...

Superformance are the company that provide the alloys, it's a US forum although I don't see a reason why they wouldn't ship to the UK. If you're into your classic US cars the name should be well-known as a popular recreation manufacturer of Shelby Cobras.

rottie102

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Monday 18th July 2011
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sebhaque said:
I'd imagine they're probably for his Corvette. I know the first three model letters are the same, but do try and keep your attention focused longer than that.

I did a bit of digging for you though, tc, as those wheels are lovely, here's a link that might help.
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/superformance/1086...

Superformance are the company that provide the alloys, it's a US forum although I don't see a reason why they wouldn't ship to the UK. If you're into your classic US cars the name should be well-known as a popular recreation manufacturer of Shelby Cobras.
Thank you!

Yes, they are for the Vette. I'm currently upgrading everything including the brakes and all sensible options are for 17inch wheels minimum.
I really like those wheels, and I think they would look great with gold and chrome on the sidepipes.

They are much more expensive in your link though than the one posted earlier... £2500 per set + postage to the UK + custom duty.


Edited by rottie102 on Monday 18th July 00:02

sebhaque

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Monday 18th July 2011
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rottie102 said:
Thank you!

Yes, they are for the Vette. I'm currently upgrading everything including the brakes and all sensible options are for 17inch wheels minimum.
I really like those wheels, and I think they would look great with gold and chrome on the sidepipes.
No problem, happy to help smile

I completely agree with you, especially since your C3's paintwork seems to be in such good condition as well, make sure you post some pictures up in Readers Cars or something when you're done! thumbup

Does your Vette have the loud shouty exhausts as well? That's just the icing on the cake.

ETA reg the expense - that's in USD, $2500 translates to £1550 in today's money. I'm not sure how expensive the other wheels are, but the Superformance are on US prices. (plus, if you want to be sneaky, you could always try and find a UK Superformance dealer or ask them to be sent over as a "gift")

Edited by sebhaque on Monday 18th July 00:05

rottie102

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Monday 18th July 2011
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sebhaque said:
Does your Vette have the loud shouty exhausts as well? That's just the icing on the cake.
yes

sebhaque said:
ETA reg the expense - that's in USD, $2500 translates to £1550 in today's money. I'm not sure how expensive the other wheels are, but the Superformance are on US prices. (plus, if you want to be sneaky, you could always try and find a UK Superformance dealer or ask them to be sent over as a "gift")
Unfortunately it does add to quite a lot. I've just fitted a Steeroids rack and pinion conversion set.
I bought it for £725 on Ebay US, then there's £280 postage and £186 custom duty. I wasn't a happy bunny... mad
Always assuming the worst, it would hurt even more on £1600 wheels.

From ImageWheels from link above, it works out around £1300 for a set, that's in the UK.

Thank you anyway!!

Edited by rottie102 on Monday 18th July 00:12

ejenner

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Monday 18th July 2011
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If you are only sampling goods then there is no duty to pay. i.e. the seller has only accepted a deposit or maybe let you try the product for free. Likewise, if he were sending you a present.

sebhaque

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Monday 18th July 2011
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rottie102 said:
stuff
Firstly, cloud9!

Fair enough with the pricing though, nice informative post there! Hopefully the forum I linked you to can provide some information (and possibly ideas/concepts too!).

Enjoy smile I'm turning in for the night now nonetheless, lost track of time thanks to TG and the Apprentice final!