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Old May 12, 2012 | 12:30 PM
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2006 E55 AMG
Matte Black vs Gloss Black
hey guys i just bought some new 20's for my white e55 and wanted to get them painted but not sure if i should do gloss black rims or matte black rims.


help me choose... any pics or insight is appreciated.

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Old May 12, 2012 | 12:43 PM
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Gloss. Matte just looks like they're dirty IMO
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thanks guys do u have any pics of either that i can look at?
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matte black with gloss black lips.

DO IT
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matte black with gloss black lips.

DO IT

Had that, redoing in all gloss black this week.
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