What is an AMG wheel?
AMG wheels are made to stand up to the specifications put forth by the engineers at Mercedes-Benz and AMG. The designs created by AMG and Mercedes help to enhance your vehicle and provide you with a safe and comfortable experience.
Are Mercedes AMG alloys diamond cut?
Our Diamond Cut process is a very precise process which offers the finest finish for your alloy wheels, only removing a thin layer of damaged metal to restore the look of your wheel.
How can you tell if alloys are diamond cut?
How do I know if my wheels are powder coated, diamond cut or polished? Silver powder coated alloy wheels usually have a fine metallic finish. Diamond cut or polished wheels have very faint lines on the front surface of the wheel, similar to grooves in a record or CD.
Are diamond cut alloys good?
Diamond cut alloys have a high shine finish, and allow for a wide range of wheel finishes. Base coat paint can be used to create impressive, eye-catching wheels. However, not all wheels are suitable for diamond cutting. The profile of the face of the wheel can prevent the alloy from being cut.
Do diamond cut wheels last?
Does a diamond cut finish last? Diamond cut wheels will not retain their finish for as long as a powder coated wheel. Any damage to the lacquer however small will allow water to seep in-between the lacquer and the alloy leaving “milky patches” on the diamond cut finish area.
How many times can diamond cut wheels be repaired?
Diamond cutting alloys can be performed more than once Sometimes, wheels can be cut twice or even three times if need be, whereas other wheels should never be exposed to the process of diamond cutting after going through it once.
Can you polish out scratches on diamond cut wheels?
Diamond-Cut alloys cannot be repaired at home, as they require a lathe to be refurbished. Diamond-Cut alloys are first removed from the vehicle and are repaired using a lathe. The lathe removes old layers of lacquer and paint, this provides a smooth surface for repairs.
How long does diamond cut last?
I’ve had diamond cut & lacquer finish begin to fail within three months. Having checked with suppliers other than the one who did the job, I find that they are not far from recommending against it because of its vulnerability, and if you can get a warranty it is unlikely to be for more than three months.
What is the difference between alloy wheels and diamond cut alloy wheels?
Powder coated alloy wheels have been proven to provide your wheels with a long-lasting finish. On the other hand, diamond cut alloy wheels give a shiny visually appealing appearance that is often utilised by prestigious brands such as BMW, Mercedes and Audi to showcase their finest models.