Before I spend a ton of money I was hoping for some input on which wheels you think look better.

If you're a factory purist, then the SSWs ... if however, you can appreciate what I like to call Vintage Ford/Shelby Performance, then go with the 10-spokes :thumb: ... they're lighter, and the 15's are a little better than 14's ... Shelby liked these enough to put them on his '69 GT-500 conv that's being featured at BJ ...

I wouldn't even think twice about it. For me, it would be the ten-spokes. But I tend to go with what I like more than originality.

Well, first of all, your GT/CS, Arlie, is GORGEOUS!!

The ten spokes, especially if they are polished definately speak "Shelby". It will lean the look of your CS towards the "Little Red" look. For people on the street, it will further convince them of your car being a Shelby Coupe. I personally love those wheels.

The SSW, in chrome, look nice,too. They are very nice wheels, and they are on my CS, too. The chrome looks great on the road. It gives the car a real Mustang Class look. If you want to go with a Mustang look, go with the SSW. If your GT/CS is also a GT, I'd go with the SSW and the GT caps, to express the rarity of the GT option...

The GT/CS is the only Mustang where you can go either way--in a heritage kind of way, since it's 1/2 Shelby. The 15" wheels do have a bigger stance, and a little more impressive in that way.

It's a tough decision. More of a personal choice. It depends on which message you want to express-- Shelby or Mustang?

Paul N.

...Ten spokes Arlie!

I have to agree with Paul. I love the SSW in chrome with the GT center caps. Really sets up the paint in my opinion. But, that's just me.

Don

Absolutely, Don, since we have "sister cars"....anyone that has a GT option should flaunt it through the SSW wheels, chrome version, with the GT caps.
(however...here is a photoshop test I did of my CS (in San Diego) with the Shelby Five-Spokes, that were a '68 aftermarket wheel from Shelby, before they were used on the '69 Shelby. These were advertised in Hot Rod in 1968. The '68 version used the CS center cap. I like them, because the beltline side stripes mimick the '69 Shelby).

If one were to go with the Ten Spokes, I'd strongly suggest having them highly polished, and dark grey metallic, or semi-gloss black painted in the recessed areas.

The ten spokes used on the '67-'68 Shelbys were not polished, etc., but since the GT/CS has a 'customized" nature to it's origins--and the SoCal culture factor; I'd make them look as "special" as possible. I'd also use the "CS" center caps, since they would be period-correct, and you could take advantage of the CS meaning Calif. Special as well.

Paul N.

Hey Arlie, I had the same hard decision to make with my car. I like the look of both the 10 Spoke Shelby's and the SSW. It was a "toss up" for me but I went ahead with the 10 spokes for a "meaner" look if that makes sense. I have my SSW in storage and intend on restoring them for swapping if I change my mind in the future. I think your car looks great either way but I would vote for the 10 spokes:wink:

Hey Arlie, I had the same hard decision to make with my car. I like the look of both the 10 Spoke Shelby's and the SSW. It was a "toss up" for me but I went ahead with the 10 spokes for a "meaner" look if that makes sense. I have my SSW in storage and intend on restoring them for swapping if I change my mind in the future. I think your car looks great either way but I would vote for the 10 spokes:wink:

That's exactly where I'm at Steve. I've always liked the looks of the 10-spokes because of the aggressive look but wasn't too sure about an agressive look on an aqua car.

Are your wheels from Vintage?

10 spoke - wow! Hey was your pit crew standing by or what?

My vote is Shelby 10-spoke if your not so interested in being a purist in the original look of the car....

10 spoke - wow! Hey was your pit crew standing by or what?

LOL. Gotta love Photoshop.

I "borrowed" the 10-spokes from this car.

LOL. Gotta love Photoshop...

....Hey, you're good at that! I sure couldn't tell ;-)

That's exactly where I'm at Steve. I've always liked the looks of the 10-spokes because of the aggressive look but wasn't too sure about an agressive look on an aqua car.

Are your wheels from Vintage?

Yes, I internet ordered them from Vintage Wheels. Just so you know, I think they look great on a Aqua car and it does add that "agressive" , "I mean business" look. Either way, you gotta very sweet looking car.

I'm all for originality, BUT- the 10 spokes do look better. (IMHO)
Neil

They both look absolutely great, but after some "soul searching" I think we're going to go with the factory chrome styled wheels with the trim rings and the GT centre caps on our car .... especially since our "S" code Marti'd out as an actual GT equipment group option car! (I must admit that I kind of agree with Paul's comments on that) We'll take off the existing mags and if at all possible replace them with the factory styled chrome wheels before we head down for the NW Mustang Roundup in Bellvue in July.

Either way, it'd still look terrific Arlie .... you have a very nice looking car! :icon_ecst

Ten spokes for sure , Ford got it wrong and should have delivered all CS with ten spokes

hows that for bias !!!

shaun

10's are a 10!
So if we get enough people interested, I'm thinking GROUP DISCOUNT!
:)
T

Gotta love the 10-Spokes! :grin:

I think I have the perfect solution for the (wheel deal). Lets get 2 cars and have the best of both worlds. Its only money LOL............I love spending other peoples money. Either way you decide to go you have a WINNER. With this group effort you can't go wrong. Good luck, Rick in Virginia

10-spokes it is then.

Tworings car sealed the deal!

Thanks for everyone's help.

Excellent choice Arlie! I don't think you'll be disappointed.

My vote is for the ten-spokes..I have the chrome GT capped SSW on mine and will be switching them out this spring for some ten-spoked shelby wheels. I am in for a group buy!! lets do it lol

I'm going to swing to the 10 spoke side of the argument. Either way though that's a great looking CS.

I also like the 10 spokes. Do most people use 15 x 7 ? I like the BF Goodrich tires. What is the best tire size to fit the car? What have most owners used? I do plan on lowering the front about 1". I also like the fat in back, and the white letter out. Thanks
Kimball

Hi
If you want to connect with Shelby why just consider the 10 spoke? The '67 Shelby 5 spoke were available to go on a GT/CS if you wanted. I have 10 spokes waiting on go on my car but am switching over to the 5 spoke instead. I want the bright Chrome look instead of the polished aluminum and they are easier to clean!

Wendy

I also like the 10 spokes. Do most people use 15 x 7 ? I like the BF Goodrich tires. What is the best tire size to fit the car? What have most owners used? I do plan on lowering the front about 1". I also like the fat in back, and the white letter out. Thanks
Kimball

I'm looking at 235-60/15.

I want to say thanks to this thread I am now considering pulling out for my garage my old 10 spokes and using them instead of the SS rims. I am easily lead astray. Doug

Hi
If you want to connect with Shelby why just consider the 10 spoke? The '67 Shelby 5 spoke were available to go on a GT/CS if you wanted. I have 10 spokes waiting on go on my car but am switching over to the 5 spoke instead. I want the bright Chrome look instead of the polished aluminum and they are easier to clean!

Wendy

I was wondering about cleaning them. They look like they have a lot of dirt-holding nooks and crannies. Does anyone have pros or cons on keeping thier 10-spokes clean?

I was wondering about cleaning them. They look like they have a lot of dirt-holding nooks and crannies. Does anyone have pros or cons on keeping thier 10-spokes clean?

...I just use the pressure sprayer & follow up w/ soap and brush. But mine aren't polished like the ones you plan on stealing from that red car ;-)

best place to buy the 10 spokes? can you buy them polished? chromed? looking for a good place to buy from.

best place to buy the 10 spokes? can you buy them polished? chromed? looking for a good place to buy from.

Try www.Newstalgiawheel.com or www.vintagewheelworks.com. If you order tires and wheels Newstalgia will ship for free.

I've also heard that Mustangs unlimited is a good source.

bought mine from Tony branda