Corvette production interrupted due to wheel supply issue


AutoWeek | Published 12/28/05, 3:25 pm et


General Motors has sent a memo to dealers informing them that Corvette wheel supply has “experienced significant disruption” and production of certain models could be delayed as a result.

GM says the wheel supply situation has caused it to make “several adjustments affecting wheel options, production volumes and production schedules.”

Dealers will have to change Corvette orders based on wheel availability. Wheel company Amcast, which went into bankruptcy on Dec. 2, supplied the wheels.

GM says wheel supply is still uncertain, and thus GM’s order fulfillment and distribution department is unable to follow the normal process of returning orders to dealers for necessary changes.

Polished wheels will not be available from GM’s new supplier. GM is changing all orders scheduled to be built after Jan. 3 from polished wheels to silver painted wheels. Further, the much-anticipated chrome wheel option will be postponed until “late spring production.”

GM says any substitution of a lower cost wheel will be reflected in a reduced MSRP and invoice. Additionally, overall wheel availability may delay production dates of orders already in the system.

GM says the impact on Z06 production is still undetermined.

Never liked any C6 wheel... what about extra-cost rebadged-BBS wheels available from the factory?

Imagine what would happen if Delphi workers striked? This is just wheels, gaaaah I'd hate to think of it, but hey for those Corvette owners out there, or would be owners, you could always opt for the cheaper, more fun to drive and garners better looks/compliments Pontiac Solstice :P

That's why you try to avoid using a sole supplier. I know it can't be done for everything, but GM acts like they have no emergency back up plan. Do the people at GM even ask "what if" questions anymore?

Never liked any C6 wheel... what about extra-cost rebadged-BBS wheels available from the factory?

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Stick to your BMs mate, BBS are for your type of car!

Edited December 30, 200520 yr by gmcorvette

Ok so here is my question..... on a lot of wheels on GM cars, there is a stamp on it with teh GM logo.... is this just to show it is orignal equipment, or does GM have a stamping facility for wheels..... i know on my grand prix my wheels were made by enikei (sp).

Two words: Torq Thrusts!

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Man, those wheels bring back some memories. I think I"m having a 70's
flashblack. :lol:

Two words: Torq Thrusts!

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they have to be polished!

Good a idea WMJ! I like how you think reminds me of muscle cars!

Two words: Torq Thrusts!

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Best looking wheel ever. Polished lip, dark center and a simple design. :)