2015 Wheel Collection
Straight roads do not make skillful drivers
The Road to 25
The road less traveled can be a bumpy one. No matter what the circumstance, you must persevere and steer through the bends of life. During the last twenty five years, CEC has seen many twists and turns, but our relentless focus of offering our customers the best and safest tuning products have navigated the way. Today, CEC is recognized as the preeminent tuner in North America. We celebrate a unique history as the exclusive distributor for elite European tuning brands, the premier retailer of the finest aftermarket performance parts and accessories for fine European automobiles, and our own line of signature CEC high performance wheels.
Exclusive NA distributor of CARACTERE
2012
First CEC booth at the Tokyo Auto Salon
2013
25 years of CEC
2015 2014 1990 - 2015
Introducing new ‘Made in Germany’ forged wheel collection including commemorative anniversary wheel
Opened CEC to become exclusive LORINSER and AC SCHNITZER distributor
1987
1990
Exclusive NA distributor of AZEV
Opened CEC East distribution center in New Jersey
Started the CEC wheel line with the CEC #129 (highly successful design and among the first companies to offer an 18� wheel).
Migrated to America to introduce LORINSER
1991
1992
1993
Exclusive NA distributor of ANTERA and REMUS
1994
Exclusive NA distributor of TECHART
1996 1998
Opened CEC Tuning Center in Century City, CA with the first high end showroom in the aftermarket wheel & tuning industry in NA
Opened Miami Florida distribution center
1999 CEC celebrates 10 years of Excellence MILESTONE
2000
Exclusive NA distributor of NOVITEC
Exclusive NA distributor of oettinger
2001
Entered into sponsorship agreement with Indy racecar driver Paul Tracy
2004
2005
First ever CEC Automotive Fashion Show in Las Vegas; Industry trend setting event
Debut of Fisker RESERVE by CEC program for the Fisker Karma
2011
Opened Brabus USA and Newport Beach Showroom
2006
2010 CEC agreement with Fuji Japan to become the Japanese exclusive distributor
2009 CEC agreement with DECORSA to become China exclusive distributor
2007 Opened CEC Miami Tuning Center in Coral Gables, FL. Placed first in the Bullrun Rally from Montreal to Key West
“Cars are my passion. This is what I do.”
Claus Ettensberger (1988) with his Lorinser Edition Mercedes-Benz W124 E-Class, the first of it’s kind in North America.
Guten Tag This season marks the 25th anniversary of CEC. It’s been an amazing ride and I am truly grateful to have come this far. I came to America as an eager and ambitious young man with the goal to establish German automotive tuning in North America. Nearly three decades later, I am proud to say that I have accomplished that goal by pioneering Lorinser, AC Schnitzer, Techart, Novitec, Antera, Azev and Remus to name a few. Throughout the years, I have been able to hone my craft and channel my knowledge and passion into my own brand of high performance wheels. In honor of our past and a testament to our future, we are proud to return to our roots and debut three new wheels through the CEC ‘Made In Germany’ Wheel Collection. These revolutionary wheels feature a state of the art two piece forged process, utilizing the highest standards of quality control and finishing unparalleled in the industry today. The c25 anchors this collection and is the official commemorative CEC 25th anniversary wheel. CEC enters the next era with an invigorated sense of purpose and passion. We will continue to innovate and deliver best in class products that hold true to our brand pillars of German design integrity and engineering, best value and quality in the market, and uncompromising standards of safety at any speed. Thank you for your partnership and support and I look forward to many more years together!
Claus Ettensberger Founder & President CEC
1990 - 2015
Uncompromising Quality
Made in Germany State of the art manufacturing techniques and technologies bring unparalleled quality and engineering standards to our new 25th anniversary commemorative wheels. These wheels use only high strength, low weight, aerospace grade, silicon free T6-6061 aluminum forgings with a high precision finish through specially designed jigs and oil dampening to minimize vibration during the machining process. Our wheels achieve maximum surface protection by using an exclusive ceramic deburring process to ensure absolutely smooth surfaces and edges to be finished in a certified high quality acrylic clear powder coating. Throughout the development process, Finite Element Analysis is used to calculate stress and deformation to ensure maximum security and safety while 3D Laser Surveying using five high resolution cameras are utilized to ensure the highest level of quality control to meet the CEC standard.
1990 - 2015
MERCEDES BENZ S550 COUPE LAUNCH EDITION with staggered 21� c25 two piece forged in Liquid Silver/Machined finish
25th Anniversary Commemorative Forged Wheel. Made in Germany.
Style c25
To celebrate 25 years, CEC introduces its first ever commemorative special edition wheel made in Germany. Combining a unique two piece forged construction with sophisticated styling, the c25 is the perfect match for your European luxury vehicle. The c25 is available in many custom finishes and features a deep inset machined lip for a distinguished appearance. Sizing from 20” to 22” with widths ranging from 9” to 12” and three different profiles to choose from, the c25 two piece forged offers complete versatility to ensure the perfect fitmet for luxury, exotic and high performance automobiles.
1990 - 2015
Style c25 US Patent Pending
Design Features Two Piece Forged Construction Special Edition Commemorative Plaque Made in Germany Staggered, Deep Concave Design Deep Inner Lip with Machined Finish Accepts OE TPMS & Center Caps
Available Sizes & Profiles 20” - 22” (widths from 9” - 12”)
Standard
Concave
Available Finishes Custom Finishes Available
Liquid Silver/Machined
Deep Concave
Matte Black/Machined
Matte Gold/Machined
Matte Gunmetal/Machined
Liquid Silver/Machined
Ferrari F12 with 21� front/22� rear c26 two piece forged in Matte Gold/Machined finish
Directional Forged Wheel. Made in Germany.
Style c26
The hand crafted, German made, two piece forged c26 is a directional wheel featuring a semi-split ten spoke design. Modern and sporty, the c26 is at home with the best in class exotic, high performance automobiles. Offering dynamic directional styling with a deep inset machined lip, this unique forged wheel makes a profound statement. The c26’s striking spoke design allows for a wide variety of customizing options. Offered in 20” to 22” sizing with multiple center profiles. OEM tire pressure sensor and center cap compatible.
1990 - 2015
Style c26 US Patent Pending
Design Features Two Piece Forged Construction Directional Spoke Design Made in Germany Staggered, Deep Concave Design Deep Inner Lip with Machined Finish Accepts OE TPMS & Center Caps
Available Sizes & Profiles 20” - 22” (widths from 9” - 12”)
Standard
Concave
Available Finishes Custom Finishes Available
Matte Gunmetal
Deep Concave
Matte Gunmetal
Matte Gold
Matte Black
Liquid Silver
BMW M6 Gran Coupe with staggered 21� c27 two piece forged in Matte Gunmetal finish
Multi Spoke Forged Wheel. Made in Germany.
Style c27
The c27 evolves the multi-spoke design by combining a smaller center area with thinner, sculpted spokes for a larger wheel effect. Designed specifically for large, grand touring luxury sedans and coupes, the c27 is the perfect marriage of class and refinement. Utilizing state of the art engineering and high grade T6-6011 aerospace aluminum forgings, the c26 ensures uncompromising quality and safety. Available in an array of sizes, offsets and deep concave profiles for best in class fitment and applications. This elegant, twenty spoke, two piece forged wheel makes a statement.
1990 - 2015
Style c27 US Patent Pending
Design Features Two Piece Forged Construction Multi Spoke Design Made in Germany Staggered, Deep Concave Design Deep Inner Lip with Machined Finish Accepts OE TPMS & Center Caps
Available Sizes & Profiles 20” - 22” (widths from 9” - 12”)
Standard
Concave
Available Finishes Custom Finishes Available
Matte Gold
Deep Concave
Matte Gunmetal
Matte Gold
Liquid Silver
Matte Black
CARACTERE Porsche panamera Turbo with staggered 22� c881 in Matte Black/Machined finish
Lightweight Alloy
Style c881
With its clean, modern lines and concave design, the c881 is a striking compliment to any sedan, sports car or light SUV. The c881 is available in liquid silver/machined and matte black/machined finishes in 19”, 22” and 22” staggered fitments with deeper concave rear wheels for a more aggressive appearance. The c881 is available to fit most passenger car applications, European, domestic and imports as well as most five lug SUV/crossover vehicles. Additionally, the availability of blank wheels allows the flexibility to machine the c881 for more obscure vehicles with custom bolt patterns and offsets.
1990 - 2015
Style c881 US Patent D630,567
Design Features Monoblock Construction Staggered, Deep Concave Design Accepts OE TPMS & Center Caps
Available Sizes 19 x 8.5” 19 x 9.5” 20 x 8.5” 20 x 10” 22 x 9” 22 x 10.5”
Available Finishes Liquid Silver/Machined Matte Black/Machined
Matte Black/Machined
MERCEDES BENZ S550 with staggered 22� c881 in Liquid Silver/Machined finish
Audi Rs7 with 21� c882 forged in Gloss Black/Machined finish
Forged & Lightweight Alloy
Style c882
The sleek split five spoke style is specifically designed for today’s passenger, luxury and exotic automobiles. Available in three different configurations; lightweight alloy, monoblock forged and center lock forged exclusively for Porsche center lock applications. Available sizes range from 19” to 23” for forged configurations and staggered 19” and 20” sizing for lightweight alloy applications. The concave profile and standard matte gunmetal/machined or gloss black/ machined finishes nicely complement the complex lines and color palettes of today’s luxury automobiles.
1990 - 2015
Style c882 US Patent D646,212
Design Features Monoblock Construction Lightweight Forged Option Available Center Lock Application Available Staggered, Deep Concave Design Accepts OE TPMS & Center Caps
Available Sizes 19 x 8” 19 x 8.5” 19 x 9.5”
Forged Wheel Sizes:
20 x 8.5”
19” - 23” (widths from
20 x 10”
8.5” - 13”)
Available Finishes Gloss Black/Machined Matte Gunmetal /Machined Custom Finishes Available Gloss Black/Machined
Mercedes Benz CLS63 AMG S with staggered 20� c882 in Matte Gunmetal/Machined finish
Porsche GT3 RS with staggered 20� c882 center lock forged in Matte Anthracite/Machined finish
MERCEDES BENZ SLS AMG with staggered 21� c883 forged in Gloss Black/Machined finish with custom Red lip
Forged & Lightweight Alloy
Style c883
The c883’s beautiful detailing and concave profile makes the perfect stylistic addition to today’s luxury sedans and grand touring machines. Offered in staggered sizing with applications tailored for European sport sedans and coupes. The C883 SUV wheel brings unmatched class and refinement to the truck and SUV market. Available exclusively in 22”x10” sizing and features a metal covered cap design for an elongated clean appearance. Forged monoblock construction, lightweight alloy and closed cap SUV configurations are available making the c883 the most versatile wheel in the CEC collection.
1990 - 2015
Style c883 US Patent D636,716
Design Features Monoblock Construction Lightweight Forged Option Available Covered Cap Available (SUV only) Staggered, Deep Concave Design Accepts OE TPMS & Center Caps
Available Sizes 19 x 8” 20 x 8.5”
Forged Wheel Sizes:
20 x 10”
19” - 24” (widths from
22 x 10” (SUV only)
8.5” - 13”)
Available Finishes Liquid Silver/Machined Matte Black/Machined Magic Black/Machined (SUV only) Custom Finishes Available Liquid Silver/Machined
RANGE ROVER SUPERCHARGED with 22” c883 SUV in Matte Black/Machined finish
CARACTERE Porsche 911 Carrera 4S with staggered 20� c884 in Matte Gunmetal/Machined finish
Forged & Lightweight Alloy
Style c884
Known as the ultimate combination of style and performance, the c884 is sure to be the best fit for your exotic, high performance and luxury vehicle. Featuring clean, classic five spoke design with a deep concave profile and state of the art engineering techniques to provide the perfect balance of form and function. Offered in forged and lightweight aluminum alloy construction, the c884 is available in a variety of sizes and applications. Forged wheels are available in 19” to 22” diameters with widths from 8.5” to 13” and is custom machined for each specific fitment, assuring ideal widths, offsets and brake clearance.
1990 - 2015
Style c884 US Patent D630,567
Design Features Monoblock Construction Lightweight Forged Option Available Staggered, Deep Concave Design Accepts OE TPMS & Center Caps
Available Sizes 20 x 8.5”
Forged Wheel Sizes:
20 x 10”
19” - 22” (widths from
20 x 11”
8.5” - 13”)
Available Finishes Matte Gunmetal /Machined Custom Finishes Available
Matte Gunmetal/Machined
Ferrari 599 GTO with 21” front / 22” rear c884 forged in Matte Black finish
Range Rover Sport SUPERCHARGED with 22� c826 in Gloss Black finish
Lightweight Alloy
Style c826
CEC’s iconic c826 wheel provides a clean, minimalist design that never goes out of style. Available in 20” and 22” diameters to fit most trucks and SUVs, the elegant c826 looks equally at home on many full sie passenger cars. The c826’s six elongated spokes flow from edge to center, giving the wheel a much larger appearance. The c826 was engineered and designed with a covered cap that allows the c826 to fit a wide variety of five and six lug vehicles. The c826 is available in Liquid silver, Gloss Black and Chrome finishes.
1990 - 2015
Style c826 US Patent D512,949
Design Features Monoblock Construction For Passenger Cars, Trucks & SUVs Lightweight Alloy Material Accepts OE TPMS Available for 5 & 6 lug applications, including 5x150mm
Available Sizes 20 x 9.5” 22 x 9.5”
Available Finishes Liquid Silver Gloss Black Chrome
Gloss Black
Bentley Continental GT with 22� c826 in Liquid Silver finish
The Collection
c25
c26
c27
c882
c883
c884
1990 - 2015
c881
c826
Los Angeles, California
The CEC Tuning Center
Located in West Los Angeles near Beverly Hills, the CEC Tuning Center embodies the philosophies of Claus Ettensberger, founder and President of CEC. Designed by prominent architect Pierluigi Bonvincini, the state of the art showroom is a welcome departure from typical automotive establishments. Performance accessories, light alloy wheels and complete tuner automobiles are available through this exclusive showcase of the finest automotive products the world has to offer.
1990 - 2015
10349 Santa Monica Blvd. West Los Angeles, CA 90025 800.766.0064
310.203.3900
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