High Gloss (Brillant Silver) or Normal
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2003 SL500 Sport Package
High Gloss (Brillant Silver) or Normal
Hello -- wondering if anyone knows what type of finish is used on the R230 -- 2003 SL500 Sport Package (AMG) wheels.
I "roughed" my front left wheel and wanted to get it fixed up at WheelCollision in Bath, PA. They have the same wheel but the guys asked me if I needed Brillant Silver finish or regular silver ?
He mentioned if it is regular finish they can do it but if it is Brillant they can't ... since one here has that color.
Any help would be appreciated.
- rajs
I "roughed" my front left wheel and wanted to get it fixed up at WheelCollision in Bath, PA. They have the same wheel but the guys asked me if I needed Brillant Silver finish or regular silver ?
He mentioned if it is regular finish they can do it but if it is Brillant they can't ... since one here has that color.
Any help would be appreciated.
- rajs
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From: PA
2003 SL500 Sport Package
Thanks -- even though I don't like the answer <grin>.
I guess I am in the market for a new wheel to replace the existing one ... and also I think I will buy 4 new wheels for the summer.
Any one have any recommendations ... I am considering the 2004 SL 500 Sports Package AMG wheels (the ones that seem to have a starfish sort of design).
- rajs
I guess I am in the market for a new wheel to replace the existing one ... and also I think I will buy 4 new wheels for the summer.
Any one have any recommendations ... I am considering the 2004 SL 500 Sports Package AMG wheels (the ones that seem to have a starfish sort of design).
- rajs
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The paint is not exactly brilliant silver as that color is for the body of the car. I had a lot of trouble getting the code for the replacement paint for the newer rims but finally got an authorized MB paint shop to mix a small bottle for me. They actually made two bottles, one called bright aluminum and one just aluminum. The paint has a brighter more refective finish than brilliant silver. You can see the difference on a brand new silver benz at the dealer, the rims are brighter than the finish of the car. As the AMG thin spokes get older and the clear coat isn't as clear the color will not match as well, but since your car is an 03 you should be ok with the paint I mentioned above.
