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Has anyone ever seen aftermarket 16 X 8 factory look a like alloys for a
C-3?
I thought I saw an ad for these about four years ago in a Corvette magazine. Since I had'nt bought a Corvette yet, I did'nt really pay it too much attention. However, I can't find anything on these wheels currently.
(The alloys that came on my '79 were pretty nasty. I put on a set of 15 X 8 Rallyes and I think they look great. However, If I return to the alloys I'd like the 16"s if they make them.)
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I know they make 16" Rally rims, but I don't recall ever seeing 16", stock look alloys...I'll bet there are some out there somewhere! 
Problem will be getting any decent tires in a 16" size....
Problem will be getting any decent tires in a 16" size....
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I know I'm in the distinct minority here, being a Goodyear loyalist...but IMHO they make a fantastic tire for Corvettes: the Eagle F1 GS-D3. I have 'em on the '96. And they come in several 16" fitments as well. They're not cheap, but then quality rarely is...
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If you find any info please post it here. That's something I would possibly be interested in down the line.
16x8 wheels are actually stock Camaro Z28 (LS1) size, so there are plenty of good tire options.
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Tire Rack will have some tires.
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I think the alloys are beautiful when they're in nice shape.
Lets keep this alive. Maybe someone will know something.Be the first to like this post
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There is always ebay.
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dwright,
nothing poppped up but thanks for the info.
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I found these (and the needed spacers) on eBay. 16x8 and I'm running BFG T/As. Since this picture was taken I've replaced the C4 logo center caps with a red outline bowtie.
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Norsky,
Those are very, very nice wheels! They look great!!
A nice option to consider if no one comes up with the 16" X 8" alloys.
Thanks for the (tasteful looking) input.
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