Restoring My E30 M3 Wheels: A Dream Come True

TLDRI am restoring my E30 M3 wheels to their former glory with a powder coat gold finish, polished lips, and black inner barrels. The oxidation on the lips is being removed, and they will be clear coated to maintain their shine. The process involves sanding the lips and ensuring they are perfect before applying the powder coat. I am excited to see the final results!

Key insights

🔧Restoring the E30 M3 wheels involves sanding the lips and removing oxidation.

💎The wheels will be powder coated with a gold finish for a luxurious look.

🌈The polished lips will be clear coated to maintain their shine.

🖌️Black inner barrels will add contrast and complement the gold and polished elements.

🚗The restored wheels will enhance the overall appearance of my E30 M3.

Q&A

Why are you restoring the wheels?

I want to bring back the original look of my E30 M3 and make the wheels stand out.

What is the process of restoring the wheels?

The process involves sanding the lips, removing oxidation, polishing the lips, applying a powder coat gold finish, clear coating the polished lips, and adding black inner barrels.

How long will the restoration process take?

The restoration process typically takes a few weeks, considering the sanding, powder coating, and clear coating steps.

Will the restored wheels be durable?

Yes, the powder coat gold finish and clear coat will provide durability and protection against environmental factors.

Will the restored wheels affect the performance of the car?

No, restoring the wheels will not affect the performance of the car as long as they are balanced properly.

Timestamped Summary

00:00I am restoring my E30 M3 wheels to their former glory.

02:48The wheels will be powder coated with a gold finish.

05:17The lips of the wheels are being sanded to remove oxidation.

08:24The polished lips will be clear coated for a lasting shine.

10:26Black inner barrels will be added for contrast and complement the gold and polished elements.

11:35The restoration process takes a few weeks to complete.

12:47The restored wheels will enhance the overall appearance of my E30 M3.