I have a 2008 G37 coupe base. Three of my four wheels have black paint on the interior spokes (I am unsure if this was done on purpose or was some form of vandalism but it was there when I bought the car).

I have investigated having the wheels refurbished but I recently found Allfactorywheels.com and they have replacements for $152 each. Does anyone have experience with this website? They seem to be selling refurbished/refinished OEM wheels and their prices are good. With shipping and tax it will end up being less than $200 per wheel so I think I may try them out.

I very much like my G37 coupe and my goal has always been that however long I own the car I want to leave it in better shape than I found it. It's mechanically excellent but has a few cosmetic issues (like the wheels and some interior bits that I have already replaced) that I am addressing as I have the time and money to do so. Hopefully these wheels will be satisfactory.

 

Hopefully it's not just someone's attempt at customization with some PlastiDip paint.

In that case, I would have to agree, it was definitely a form of vandalism.








But seriously, if it is, it can be removed.

 

If you have a powdercoating shop in your town they will strip the paint from the wheels and shoot whatever color you want for much less than getting new wheels. Very nice powdercoating colors too, that's what I'd do as long as your wheels are in decent shape otherwise.

 

Unfortunately I do not have such a place close by. I live out in the boonies. I'm starting with two wheels which means I will have two to pull off and can investigate refinishing options at that point. Thanks for the suggestion though.

 

Have you tried just cleaning them with GOOF-OFF ?