Personally, I like the stock rims that come with the 350Z except on the SS, they are a bit too light. I am thinking about powercoating the rims black to offset the color difference.

My question is has anyone done this or even thought about doing it? I have found a powercoater that says they will do it for $75.00 per rim. Also, is there a photoshop expert that might be able to find a picture with stock rims and convert them to black to get an idea of the results.

Thanks,

R

 

I'd like to see this as well.

 

Here ya go.

https://my350z.com/forum/wheels-and-tires/108938-polished-lip-powdercoated-track-rays.html

You guys really should learn how to use the search feature.

 

Here they are on the car.


https://my350z.com/forum/wheels-and-tires/112179-by-with-powdercoated-polished-lip-track-rays-pics-on-car.html

 

do it man!! it looks sweet!! there was a black roadster at my dealer the other day that had the dealership paint his black.. looked awesome!!!!!! the dealer quoted me $100 per wheel, but they said they'd warrantee the finish!!!!!! so if you get any chips they'll repain them!

 

Anyone have pics of OEM'S painted black?

 

First, thanks Bixby for all the good information and the pictures. The thread has a picture of the exact information I was looking for. I think I will be powder coating this summer, the black rims look amazing. As for the painting, does this work well? The reason I was considering powder coating was because of the durability factor of powder coating. If painting is as durable, that may be a good idea also, which would you all say is a better option?

R

 

The painted wheels on the black roadster I told you about looked flawless...I even felt the finish and it was very nice..was definately not coming off/chipping..not to mention the dealer said if it ever does chip they'll recoat them for free....that being said...I'm not quite sure which is "more" durable....

 

hey all ! my first post! i have an 03 black touring Z with black powdercoated rims, doorhandles, and emblem! its completely blacked out i get alot of people who like it, and some that dont. i'll post a pic soon as possible! but FYI no matter whether they like it or dont,everyone always looks !

 

i would also like to see pics of this

 

Pls post some pics.

 

I'm pretty sure "powdercoating" would melt the emblem and door handles........ please post some pics tho..sounds like my style

 

Like this???

 

very nice..... looks great

 

Roark,

Are those painted or powder coated?

R

 

Powdercoated. One layer of 'Harley Black' and two coats of clear.

 

sorry it took so long, but here are the pics. tell me what ya think.
Click here for the pics

 

^ black out your front reflectors... they stand out too much. looks good.