C6 Widebody Corvette Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide

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C6 Widebody 2006-2013 Corvette Grand Sport, Z06, ZR1

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Vehicle Covered in this Guide
2006-2013 Chevy Corvette Grand Sport, Z06 & ZR1 models.

Chassis Introduction

Launched in the 2005 model year, the 6th generation Corvette improved upon the great foundation of the C5 before it with new engines, updated interior, and slightly revised suspension and brakes. This guide specifically caters to the Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 models that are commonly referred to as widebody due to their fender differences compared to the base models. 

Brake Clearance Information

In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter.

Click here to download our master brake clearance table

 

Available Wheel Designs (click images to enlarge)

Forged Designs  Flow Formed Designs  

VS-5RS

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EC-7RS

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SM-10

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Bolt Pattern Center Bore Lug Seat Thread Pitch
5x120.65mm 70.3mm 60º Conical M12x1.5mm

 

 

OEM+

Easy upgrades for street-driven cars

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These bolt-on wheel fitments are ideal for enthusiasts enjoying their car day-to-day on the street, and they are typically paired with all-season or performance oriented summer tires. These wheel and tire configurations will improve the appearance and performance of the car without requiring modifications to the factory suspension or alignment. Just bolt-on and enjoy!

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 18x10" ET32 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 275/35-18 // Rear 325/30-19
    • Direct Fit
    • Performance All-Season: Michelin Pilot Sport AS4 (540 TW), Continental DWS 06+ (560 TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW), Continental Extreme Sport (340 TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Supercar 3 (200 TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)

 

Wheels 

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 285/30-19 // Rear 335/25-20
    • Direct Fit
    • Performance All-Season: Michelin Pilot Sport AS4 ZP (540 TW), Continental DWS 06+ (560 TW)
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin PSS ZP (300TW), Continental Extreme Sport (340 TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Michelin Sport Cup 2 ZP (180 TW), Michelin Sport Cup 2R (180 TW)

 

 

Performance Street & Track

Wider fitments for enhanced performance

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Whether you enjoy spirited street driving or you're a weekend track warrior chasing lap times, these wheel & tire configurations are ideal for enthusiasts looking for a more dramatic improvement in performance. They are typically paired with performance oriented summer tires or track oriented R-compounds and this category includes both staggered and square configurations to best suit each individual drivers priorities, goals and preferences for their vehicle. 

We've optimized the offset of our wheels to work well with the stock fenders, however, a wide variety of tire compounds can be used and some may require negative camber to fit properly. See fitment notes under each tire configuration below to see if modifications are required. If you plan to track your car, we highly recommended dialing in negative camber regardless of whether your wheel/tire fitment requires it for fender clearance. Negative camber is vital for extracting the most performance and longevity out of your tires, and without the proper amount the outer shoulders of your tires will wear out prematurely and running tire costs will dramatically increase.

 

Staggered Configurations

Maintains stock-like handling characteristics and maximizes both front and rear tire width. Tires can only be rotated left to right. 

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 18x10" ET32 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 275/35-18 // Rear 325/30-19
    • Direct Fit
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Supercar 3 (200 TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 18x11" ET38 // Rear: 18x12.5” ET52
    • Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS, EC-7RS

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 315/30-18 // Rear 335/30-18
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested
    • Max Performance Summer: No options currently available
    • Extreme Performance Summer: BFG G-Force Rival S 1.5 (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 18x11" ET38 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS, EC-7RS

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 295/30-18 // Rear 325/30-19
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Pirelli Trofeo R (60 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
  • Narrower Alternative: Front 275/35-18 // Rear 325/30-19
    • Direct Fit 
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Supercar 3 (220TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW),
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 19x10" ET32 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: SM-10

Tires

APEX Staff Pick: Front 285/30-19 // Rear 325/30-19

  • Direct Fit
  • Max Performance Summer: Michelin PS4S (300TW)
  • Extreme Performance Summer: No options currently available
  • R-Compound: No options currently available

Narrower Alternative: Front 275/30-19 // Rear 325/30-19

  • Direct Fit 
  • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW)
  • Extreme Performance Summer: No options currently available
  • R-Compound: No options currently available

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 19x10.5" ET36 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: VS-5RS, EC-7RS

Tires

APEX Staff Pick: Front 285/30-19 // Rear 325/30-19

  • Direct Fit
  • Max Performance Summer: Michelin PS4S (300TW)
  • Extreme Performance Summer: No options currently available
  • R-Compound: No options currently available

Narrower Alternative: Front 275/30-19 // Rear 325/30-19

  • Direct Fit 
  • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300TW)
  • Extreme Performance Summer: No options currently available
  • R-Compound: No options currently available

Wider Alternative: Front 295/30-19 // Rear 325/30-19

  • A minimum of -1.5º front and -1.0º rear camber suggested
  • Max Performance Summer: Michelin PS4S (300TW)
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Pirelli Trofeo R (60 TW)

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 19x11" ET38 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: SM-10

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 295/30-19 // Rear 325/30-19
    • A minimum of -1.5º front and -1.0º rear camber suggested
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin PS4S (300TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Pirelli Trofeo R (60 TW)

 

Wheels 

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 285/30-19 // Rear 335/25-20
    • Direct Fit
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin PSS ZP (300TW), Continental Extreme Sport (340 TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Michelin Sport Cup 2 ZP (180 TW), Michelin Sport Cup 2R (180 TW)
    • R-Compound: No options currently available

 

Square Configurations

Recommended for enthusiasts that want to mitigate understeer, improve turn-in, and rotate tires front & rear for extended life. Square configurations may compromise rear-end grip when compared to staggered configurations.

 

Wheels 

  • Front & Rear: 18x11" ET38
    • Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS, EC-7RS
    • Traction control/AH will need to be turned off to prevent possible electronic limitations. If you have concerns about this, we recommend you do not run this setup.

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear 315/30-18
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested
    • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 (220TW)
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Falken Azenis RT660 (200TW). BFGoodrich G-Force Rival S 1.5 (200TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW), Nankang NS-2R (200TW), Nankang CR-1 (200TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)

 

 

Hardcore Track & Race Fitments

All-out performance for fastest lap times

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These wheel and tire configurations are best suited for hardcore track junkies and club racers that prioritize performance above all else.  With these wheels everything from extreme summer tires to full racing slicks are commonly used depending on your experience behind the wheel, class rules, etc.

Additional negative camber is strongly encouraged to maximize performance and tire longevity, and some of the more aggressive fitments will absolutely require it to prevent rubbing under suspension compression. Even with the appropriate amount of negative camber dialed in, some of the more extreme fitments can still scrub the liners under suspension compression and/or when turning the steering wheel to full lock. This is par for the course when pushing the limits of wheel and tire fitment. These fitments are not for someone who primarily will use this wheel setup on the street or in inclement weather. 

Staggered Configurations

Maintains stock-like handling characteristics and maximizes both front and rear tire width. Tires can only be rotated left to right. 

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 18x11" ET38 // Rear: 18x12.5” ET52
    • Available in: SM-10, EC-7RS, VS-5RS
    • Popular Fitment

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 315/30-18 // Rear 335/30-18
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested
    • Extreme Performance Summer: BFG G-Force Rival S 1.5 (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
    • Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW), BF Goodrich R1S (40TW), Toyo Proxes RR (40TW)
  • Wider Alternative: Front 315/30-18 // Rear 345/35-18
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: No options currently available
    • Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW), Toyo Proxes RR (40TW)

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 18x11" ET38 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: SM-10, EC-7RS, VS-5RS
    • Popular Fitment

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 315/30-18 // Rear 325/30-19
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested 
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100TW), Toyo R888R (100TW), Nankang AR-1 (100TW)
    • Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW)
  • Wider Alternative: Front 315/30-18 // Rear 345/30-19
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested 
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: No options currently available
    • Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW)
  • Narrower Alternative: Front 295/30-18 // Rear 325/30-19
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Pirelli Trofeo R (60 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
    • Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW)

 

Wheels 

  • Front: 19x11" ET38 // Rear: 19x12.5” ET55
    • Available in: SM-10

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front 305/30-19 // Rear 325/30-19
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested 
    • May rub on the inside fender liner up front at full lock due to front tire height
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Supercar 3 (220TW)
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100TW), Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (180 TW), Toyo R888R (100TW), Nankang AR-1 (100TW), Goodyear Supercar 3R (100TW)
    • Semi-Slick: No options currently available
  • Wider Alternative: Front 295/30-19 // Rear 345/30-19
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested 
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: No options currently available
    • Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW)

 

Square Configurations

Recommended for enthusiasts that want to mitigate understeer, improve turn-in, and rotate tires front & rear for extended life. Square configurations may compromise rear-end grip when compared to staggered configurations.

 

Wheels 

  • Front & Rear: 18x11" ET38
    • Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS, EC-7RS
    • Traction control will need to be turned off to prevent electronic limitations

Tires

  • APEX Staff Pick: Front & Rear 315/30-18
    • A minimum of -2º front and -1.5º rear camber suggested
    • Extreme Performance Summer: Falken Azenis RT660 (200TW), BFGoodrich G-Force Rival S 1.5 (200TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200TW), Nankang NS-2R (200TW), Nankang CR-1 (200TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
    • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
    • Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW), BF Goodrich R1S (40TW), Toyo RR (40TW)

 

Additional Resources

Should I Dial in Negative Camber, and How Much is Right for me? 

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Whether you are a casual weekend track warrior that still enjoys your car on the street, or a hardcore racer competing for a spot on the podium, negative camber is a vital part of chassis setup that has many benefits. Not only will adding negative camber create more room for wider wheel and tire configurations, it more importantly improves handling, turn-in and tire longevity. Learn more in our blog article, The Positives of Negative Camber.

 

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