| Author | Message | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
New member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 27 Registered: 6-2002 |
I have spoke to several people that swear the wheels will look mint...I am definitely going this route...just have to figure out who I will use. | ||
| j scott leonard (Jscott)
Junior Member Username: Jscott Post Number: 132 Registered: 1-2002 |
I had mine done here in Calif. They look almost perfect. Paid about $125 ea. Well worth it! | ||
| Noelrp (Noelrp)
New member Username: Noelrp Post Number: 45 Registered: 8-2001 |
Yes, $125 per wheel is about average. Try http://www.fixrim.com They might have a shop near you. Good luck. | ||
| Steve Magnusson (91tr)
Member Username: 91tr Post Number: 854 Registered: 1-2001 |
Todd -- If that's the "drop off the car, pick-up the car price", I'd call it "the usual retail g****". If you don't want to become a refinishing entrepreneur (which is my preference too), the other option is to split the project up where you pull the tire/wheels, have the tires dismounted, and then get the wheels to the refinisher yourself (or have them picked up) -- and then reverse the process when you get the wheels back. As I mentioned in the other thread, the wheel refinishing company that seemingly most, if not all, bodyshops in my area use is Keystone Automotive (which has various nationwide locations): http://www.keystone-auto.com/products/wheels.asp A set of 4 (not damaged) should probably be in the ~$125 each range for the refinishing (if you're talking about a stock 328 wheel) -- just to give you a reference point. | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 1050 Registered: 9-2001 |
they are authorized so the price does not surprise me | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
New member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 26 Registered: 6-2002 |
I don't want to re-do the wheels myself...I want a pro to do it. The guy at Classic Coach here in NJ is telling me $350.00 per wheel. My wheels only have a few scratches/scuffs...seems to be expensive, no? | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 1049 Registered: 9-2001 |
look in the tech section also under the 308 wheel touch up thread -A guy just posted pics of ones he redid himself - I think Peter posted pics of the ones he did too as while back | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 561 Registered: 7-2001 |
I used a place in Dallas called Wheels by Adam. The local Ferrari dealership sent me to them. You might do a search on the internet for wheel repair, I found them all over the country. | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 1048 Registered: 9-2001 |
todd Give classic coach in elizabeth a call. not sure if they do them (they do all F-car body work) or what they charge | ||
| Daren L Adkins (Schumi)
New member Username: Schumi Post Number: 22 Registered: 6-2002 |
A 328 owner in KC has 348 wheels and they look pretty good. | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
New member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 25 Registered: 6-2002 |
I was unable to find (in the search section) a company that can re-do my original wheels so they will look perfect. I am in North Jersey (if there is a company I can bring them to...if not I will send them to reputable company) Help! Thanks | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 559 Registered: 7-2001 |
I had a wheel redone last month after an incident with a curb. It was scratched and dented. Search the archives, I posted a pic of it with the damage. $135 later and you have to look hard to see where the damage was. I wouldn't hesitate to take them a good wheel for refinishing. | ||
| tm328 (Tm328)
New member Username: Tm328 Post Number: 10 Registered: 4-2002 |
its all personal preference.I think changing wheels on a 328 throughs off the balance of the car.If you change the wheel profile,the wheel wells are not filled up with enough tire to wheel ratio to make it look natural.Most of the time when i see aftermarket wheels on a 308/328 i think its a kit car until i get close.newer f car dont have this problem because they are designed for 18-19inch wheels | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 1040 Registered: 9-2001 |
Todd You can have your orginal wheels re-done and they will look perfect - check the archive for others who have done this | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
New member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 24 Registered: 6-2002 |
Jack, I actually really like the factory wheels but I guess because a couple of the wheels have scuffs on them I started inquiring about aftermarket wheels that are so fresh looking. I am a perfectionist and want flawless...Is there a company that can make my wheels look brand spanking new? By the way, nice ride. It looks exactly like mine. We should talk more often to share words of wisdom. How long have you had yours? Give me a buzz if you have a second at 973.884.9161 Cheers Todd | ||
| Jack (Gilles27)
Member Username: Gilles27 Post Number: 452 Registered: 3-2002 |
Todd, don't you like the originals? I always felt that the factory wheels were one of the best features of the 328. | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
New member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 23 Registered: 6-2002 |
I agree Ron...I like the style of the wheel on the black car. But, Are those Speedlines chrome? I don't think I want chrome...a little overkill for me. I have heard alot of good things about HRE...A buddy of mine put 545's on his silver Z06 Vette and it looks really sharp Is there a recommended aftermarket wheel company for the 328 series or is it pretty much to each his own? | ||
| Ron Thomas (Ronsupercar)
Junior Member Username: Ronsupercar Post Number: 184 Registered: 5-2002 |
I love the Speedline on the black 328.. Another company you can look into is HRE.. The make a nice wheel that looks like the F40 wheel........ | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
New member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 22 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks Scott. I am surprised nobody else has responded b/c I thought there were quite a few 328 owners/enthusiasts out there. Do you know what kind of wheels are on the black car? | ||
| Scott85 (Scott85)
Junior Member Username: Scott85 Post Number: 54 Registered: 12-2000 |
Heres some pics   | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
New member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 21 Registered: 6-2002 |
I was just playing with the idea of aftermarket wheels for my 1986 328 GTS (Red/Tan...I know, I have to get pics!). I was hoping some people could reply either with a recommended aftermarket wheel or with what they believed looked classy. Pictures would be awesome! Thanks! |