Refinishing alloy wheels

[Layton]

I have a 2002 325I with sports package and my wheels are the 17" 7 spoke factory wheels. What is the finish on these called? It's like a whitish grey/silver with clear coat, not shiny silver/chrome. (I'm getting them refinished and when I called the guy at the repair shop he said the powder coated wheels are harder to get back to original condition.) Thanks!

 

[dboy11]

If I'm not right those are anodized rims meaning that they are mostly aluminium rims with the anodized coating on them...can you post a pic of these rims? ..I'm not quite understading what finish they really are

 

[Big Daddy]

Most BMW wheels are painted than a clear coat is applied. Post a photo or give us the wheel number.

 

[Layton]

I think this is the rim, Style #44

 

[Big Daddy]

That is paint with a clear coat.

 

[Layton]

Thanks for the help - they will look a lot better once the curb dings are gone...

 

[Big Daddy]

Your welcome.

 

[codex57]

Err, rim repairs do curb rash all the time. Shouldn't cost more than $150/wheel. If a lot of rims are messed up, you can always get a set of cheap aftermarket rims.

 

[Tom]

Most places should be able to repair that without any issues.

If you can't find a local place and want to send it in, try this place:
Arizona Wheelcovers
Address: 4053 E Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone: (602) 275-9211

They do excellent work.