Plastidip

[xujn]

So after seeing the spy shots of the 2013 taurus with matte black 20" rims, I decided to plasti dip mine. I will also, in the coming weeks, plasti dip the lower valance as the plastic has started to fade. The wheels were done with 5~7 coats of black plastidip, and then 3 coats of "glossifier"

 

[EcoBrick Bob]

So... what color was your house before you Plastidip'd it? Looks great but not sure why you didn't do the boxes on the side too.

 

[DJSHO91]

Definitely changes the look of the wheels! Well done.

 

[Paranoid]

I'm not a fan of the black on black.

 

[markathome]

Looks great!

 

[2011TAURUSSEL]

Although the black on black isnt my choice it doesnt look too bad. I just dont like the PlastiDip period. I think you would have gotten a better look by finding the link to the tire refinisher thread on this forum. Mobile trailer comes out, sands and refinishes your existing wheels and can make them almost any color to match. You still get the black on black and looks like a cleaner install.

 

[xujn]

I have to say that the glossifier isn't a great idea, it is much harder to use correctly, and it leaves a weird texture. I will definitely be peeling it off soon. While I somewhat agree with people who don't like plastidip, it is the best way to change up the look of your car without having to worry about damage. I've also decided that getting a corsa exhaust is a higher priority than new rims, so the plastidiped rims are going to have to suffice until i can get more funds for a new set of rims.

 

[EcoBrick Bob]

I sorta like them. Used to hate "killed" vehicles but they are growing on me, as long as they don't have a light bar flashing!!!!

 

[xujn]

Agreed, I wish my car looked like the one on carid http://www.carid.com/ford-taurus-accessories/ although i am under the suspicion that this particular one was photoshoped... nonetheless it is still really good looking

 

[Boggus]

What wheels are those on that car?

 

[xujn]

Wish I knew.