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lelzie · 04-26-2012, 03:38 PM

First off, let me introduce myself. My name is Leon and I am a member of the permagrin club. I have a 2012 Black SS that I want to finally get some wheels put on.

I am hoping to get some feedback on the final two wheels I am look at.
After about 3 months of endless searches, reviewing feedback on this forum, seeing what others are running and why, I feel that these two choices fit me.
(Of course if you think something else my catch my eye, I am always down to look)

I looking at the 22" Giovanna Mecca

or

A set of these Cordon CR1 in 20''

I like the concave mesh style as it tends to look more aggressive as a wheel in my opinion.
The 5 spoke concave looks clean and minimalist and I am basing the MECCA on the D2 Forged that I have seen. The D2s that I have seen are a little more than I want to pay for a daily driven SS.

I hope to make my final decision today and make the purchase then.
I have had the privilege of talking to a few members here on C5 and have had great experiences, so I am hoping to reach out to more individuals on their thoughts and comments on the two options.
I have read quit a few Mecca threads and Cordon threads but never comparing or considerations between the two.

If you have criticism or other suggestions on the wheels, I welcome that as well. Thanks.

ss409cid · 04-26-2012, 03:44 PM

The mesh....

blgl1800 · 04-26-2012, 04:06 PM

I have been in the same 3+ month searh for wheels. I have a silver SS and have been looking at something similar to the American Racing Villain.
Machined front / black accent - was told it is not a good fit (even though tire rack info says yes). I do like the Giovanna Mecca your deciding on.
Think I'll have a look at that site.

Stewcam · 04-26-2012, 04:12 PM

mesh

lelzie · 04-26-2012, 04:32 PM

And mesh is out to an early advantage. I do like the look as well.
The mesh in the brushed silver (as it were) gives it a nice way to stand out without being very prevalent as chrome would be. But that is just my thought on the matter.

lelzie · 04-26-2012, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blgl1800

I have been in the same 3+ month searh for wheels. I have a silver SS and have been looking at something similar to the American Racing Villain.
Machined front / black accent - was told it is not a good fit (even though tire rack info says yes). I do like the Giovanna Mecca your deciding on.
Think I'll have a look at that site.

There are a couple of vendors on C5 that sell the Meccas. I have been chatting them up with questions for a while now and they have been great as far as response and getting you the information you are looking for.

LS3 SS · 04-26-2012, 04:41 PM

Mesh please.

Bmbl-B · 04-26-2012, 04:43 PM

I tried to order these wheels yesterday and i was told that they wont fit my ss that the calipers will touch so is this guy that wouldnt sell me the wheels wrong or is everyone in here trying to push these wheels forgetting to say that they need spacers any info on this would be great thanks???

lelzie · 04-26-2012, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bmbl-B

I tried to order these wheels yesterday and i was told that they wont fit my ss that the calipers will touch so is this guy that wouldnt sell me the wheels wrong or is everyone in here trying to push these wheels forgetting to say that they need spacers any info on this would be great thanks???

When you say these wheels, are you saying both sets have had the same issue or one vs. the other.

In each of the correspondence that I have had with sellers of these wheels. None have made mention of needing spacers. I have noted I am running SS with Brembo, but now you bring a good point. I will have to ask specifically about this.

Sickwitit · 04-26-2012, 06:25 PM

You can't go wrong with either one...great choices...But I tend to like the wheels in the MECCA style...with the correct offset and wheel size as well as a lowered car...the wide lowered stance will give you the aggressive look your after...and on the plus side it exposes your big breaks to which adds another element to a custom looking car.
Good luck with your choice but Mecca wheel hands down...and 1 last point as I've read the CR1 Mesh style wheels are very popular with those to whom will be using their car's to go auto crossing...their said to be lighter and stronger to handle the extreme g's.

Bmbl-B · 04-26-2012, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lelzie

When you say these wheels, are you saying both sets have had the same issue or one vs. the other.

In each of the correspondence that I have had with sellers of these wheels. None have made mention of needing spacers. I have noted I am running SS with Brembo, but now you bring a good point. I will have to ask specifically about this.

Iam sorry about that i tried to order the Mecca wheels

Sickwitit · 04-26-2012, 06:44 PM

Both are very nice.

Bmbl-B · 04-26-2012, 07:10 PM

I just spoke to the same wheel shop and he told me that they did a fit test and the giovanna mecca wheels the front ones Do rub on the calipers and you can use a 3mm or a 5mm spacer to clear the caliper so all these wheel companies need to do a test fit so people can get the right info about these wheels

ActNup NY · 04-26-2012, 07:17 PM

I like both as well. Kinda of a hard choice. Put it like this either way you decide to go your still on top of your game kid. The decision is on you.

04-26-2012, 03:38 PM	#1
lelzie Drives: Black 3LT -Non Z51 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 100	Wheel Option Feedback Appreciated - PLEASE First off, let me introduce myself. My name is Leon and I am a member of the permagrin club. I have a 2012 Black SS that I want to finally get some wheels put on. I am hoping to get some feedback on the final two wheels I am look at. After about 3 months of endless searches, reviewing feedback on this forum, seeing what others are running and why, I feel that these two choices fit me. (Of course if you think something else my catch my eye, I am always down to look) I looking at the 22" Giovanna Mecca or A set of these Cordon CR1 in 20'' I like the concave mesh style as it tends to look more aggressive as a wheel in my opinion. The 5 spoke concave looks clean and minimalist and I am basing the MECCA on the D2 Forged that I have seen. The D2s that I have seen are a little more than I want to pay for a daily driven SS. I hope to make my final decision today and make the purchase then. I have had the privilege of talking to a few members here on C5 and have had great experiences, so I am hoping to reach out to more individuals on their thoughts and comments on the two options. I have read quit a few Mecca threads and Cordon threads but never comparing or considerations between the two. If you have criticism or other suggestions on the wheels, I welcome that as well. Thanks. Last edited by lelzie; 04-26-2012 at 03:40 PM. Reason: spelling error

04-26-2012, 03:44 PM	#2
ss409cid Drives: 2011 SS RS Convertible Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: SE NC Posts: 1,079 View My Garage	The mesh.... __________________

04-26-2012, 04:12 PM	#4
Stewcam Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 332	mesh __________________ Yellow SS/RS LMR Twisted Slayer 650 RWHP, ARH Headers, Hi-flow cats, Carbon/Organic Twin Disc/Pfadt/BMR/Hurst Shifter/D2forged VS1's

04-26-2012, 04:43 PM	#8
Bmbl-B THE TERROR CONTINUES Drives: 95 imp ss 67 TT PS NOVA 07GMC Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Queens NY Posts: 749	I tried to order these wheels yesterday and i was told that they wont fit my ss that the calipers will touch so is this guy that wouldnt sell me the wheels wrong or is everyone in here trying to push these wheels forgetting to say that they need spacers any info on this would be great thanks??? __________________ THE TERROR CONTINUES SO CATCH ME IF YOU CAN!!!!!!!!

04-26-2012, 06:44 PM	#12
Sickwitit Drives: Fast, Faster, and O My God...! Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 323	Something like these Both are very nice. Attached Images

04-26-2012, 04:06 PM	#3
blgl1800 Drives: 11 SS/RS Vert/E-ForceSupercharger Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tewksbury, MA Posts: 207 View My Garage	I have been in the same 3+ month searh for wheels. I have a silver SS and have been looking at something similar to the American Racing Villain. Machined front / black accent - was told it is not a good fit (even though tire rack info says yes). I do like the Giovanna Mecca your deciding on. Think I'll have a look at that site.

04-26-2012, 04:32 PM	#5
lelzie Drives: Black 3LT -Non Z51 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 100	And mesh is out to an early advantage. I do like the look as well. The mesh in the brushed silver (as it were) gives it a nice way to stand out without being very prevalent as chrome would be. But that is just my thought on the matter.

04-26-2012, 04:41 PM	#7
LS3 SS Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Camaro SS (LS3) Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Clarksville TN Posts: 2,275	Mesh please.

04-26-2012, 06:25 PM	#10
Sickwitit Drives: Fast, Faster, and O My God...! Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: New Jersey Posts: 323	You can't go wrong with either one...great choices...But I tend to like the wheels in the MECCA style...with the correct offset and wheel size as well as a lowered car...the wide lowered stance will give you the aggressive look your after...and on the plus side it exposes your big breaks to which adds another element to a custom looking car. Good luck with your choice but Mecca wheel hands down...and 1 last point as I've read the CR1 Mesh style wheels are very popular with those to whom will be using their car's to go auto crossing...their said to be lighter and stronger to handle the extreme g's.

04-26-2012, 07:10 PM	#13
Bmbl-B THE TERROR CONTINUES Drives: 95 imp ss 67 TT PS NOVA 07GMC Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Queens NY Posts: 749	I just spoke to the same wheel shop and he told me that they did a fit test and the giovanna mecca wheels the front ones Do rub on the calipers and you can use a 3mm or a 5mm spacer to clear the caliper so all these wheel companies need to do a test fit so people can get the right info about these wheels __________________ THE TERROR CONTINUES SO CATCH ME IF YOU CAN!!!!!!!!

04-26-2012, 07:17 PM	#14
ActNup NY Drives: 2011 1LT Black Camaro Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Queens, NYC Posts: 2,496 View My Garage	I like both as well. Kinda of a hard choice. Put it like this either way you decide to go your still on top of your game kid. The decision is on you. __________________ *The DREAM is free... It's the HUSTLE that is sold seperately*