Alloy refurb opinions

[nads1_uk]

I'm after some opinions. I've got monza shadows on my black mk 6 gti. They are in need or a refurb. The options I've got are;
1 diamond cut finish as per oem for £288. Will take 5 days.
2 powder coat black then paint the faces hyper Crome and then lacquer for £350. Will take one day.

I love the diamond cut but I'm worried about them getting white worm and having to go through this again. However my concern with the second option is how close to oem they'll look. Will the paint finish make the car look cheap?

All opinions welcome

Andy

[RobboGTI]

Go for the second option as that is what I am considering! Much longer lasting finish IMO

[geordie56]

Wheres that quote from? Ive been qouted £140 a wheel, all be it they are 22"..

[nads1_uk]

Wheres that quote from? Ive been qouted £140 a wheel, all be it they are 22"..

It was at a company called Bettablast in Newcastle. Original price was £390 but I got discount because the company I work for does business with them

[skard]

I used Bettablast recently and I'm happy with the service and finish.

My answer is go with your gut feeling as you'll always regret making the wrong choice.

[nads1_uk]

I used Bettablast recently and I'm happy with the service and finish.

My answer is go with your gut feeling as you'll always regret making the wrong choice.

I know what you mean but both options have theirs negatives, diamond cut doesn't last and painting might look crap.

[Bow]

I really want mine done but how would I do it as have no wheels while there being done

[nads1_uk]

Bettablast said they do a same day turnaround

[Bow]

Really that's good is it drive in drive out?

[skard]

Really that's good is it drive in drive out?

Are you not away down the country though bud?

Some places have wheels you can use, but same day return is usually possible regardless of where you go.

[nads1_uk]

I used Bettablast recently and I'm happy with the service and finish.

My answer is go with your gut feeling as you'll always regret making the wrong choice.

What type of finish did you go for?  Any photos?

[Bow]

Really that's good is it drive in drive out?

Are you not away down the country though bud?

Some places have wheels you can use, but same day return is usually possible regardless of where you go.

Yeah just noticed its way up north lol. I might be able to borrow some wheels

[skard]

I used Bettablast recently and I'm happy with the service and finish.

My answer is go with your gut feeling as you'll always regret making the wrong choice.

What type of finish did you go for?  Any photos?

I got their VW sports one

[nads1_uk]

I used Bettablast recently and I'm happy with the service and finish.

My answer is go with your gut feeling as you'll always regret making the wrong choice.

What type of finish did you go for?  Any photos?

I got their VW sports one

They look spot on mate. 

My 2 concerns with painting is a) how close to the diamond cut finish will hyper crome look and b) will a company be able to mask it right so there is a sharp edge between the hyper Crome and the black inserts?

[skard]

I know what you mean.

Have you spoken to Bill? He's a service orientated guy and could put your mind at ease, maybe he has examples to show you?

Thanks, happy with them having got the hideous winters off!