[PKGS]

I have stock (silver painted) wheels on my MCV.

I want to paint them the same color (dark gray/gun-metal) as those Mercury wheels on other MCV's.

Question is should I simply paint them or powder coat them...what's the difference? Anybody powder coat their wheels and how's the outcome? Even better if someone can provide closeup pictures of their powdercoated wheels.

TIA.

 

[GrndLkNatv]

Powder Coating lasts longer and is a tougher finish.

 

[TravisJ]

I think painting is the only real option since the heat from powdercoating could degrade the structural integrity of the wheel. Here is another thread on the subject...

http://www.maseratilife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5381&highlight=powdercoating

 

[csnapon]

I think powder coating is the way to go, most motorcycle wheels are done that way to resist chipping.plus they clean up easier.

 

[Justin Faunce]

I just had my 05 gransport rims powder coated to match and they look awesome!! They have this great shine to them but not chromed out with too much "bling". They fit the style a Maserati brings to the table.

I had all four done for $600. Painting them was going to cost $480. Anything that costs a little more typically...95% of the time...is better in all respects.

Good luck!

 

[TravisJ]

As always, there is a difference between what can be done and what should be done. Read this post before powdercoating OEM Maserati wheels...

http://www.maseratilife.com/forums/showpost.php?p=43640&postcount=6