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Old 07-29-10, 04:00 PM
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Default Chipped F-Sport Wheel! What do I do?

Hey guys,

Just got home from work and realized one of my wheels was chipped. What do I do? If I had a tough up paint it'd clear it up but do they make that? I'm taking it to the dealer next week but im sure it'll be an arm and a leg. Let me know if you guys have ideas. Thanks!
Old 07-29-10, 04:13 PM
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where on the wheel? Where in Cali are you. Most wheel repair shops can repair them. If you're in the Bay, try Rite Way Wire Wheel in Walnut Creek. They do great work.
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It's right on the edge of the lip. I am in Sacramento. So basically they'll match a color and just touch it up?
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If it's small chip, just touch it up (shouldn't cost more than 20 bucks) and it won't be noticeable from a far. If it's very noticeable chips and you're perfectionist, than get it repaired.
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When I got my car the dealer was very honest with me and told me that my wheel was messed up but they repaired it. Upon inspection, I couldn't really tell. Surface job and color match was spot on. They did an excellent job. Magnussen Lexus in Fremont. I bet if you call they can give you the number of the guy.
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^^^ Would you be able to ask the dealer for us since you bought the car there, it might be easier
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It is just a tiny little mark the size of a grain of rice...if not smaller. I'd have no problem just getting some touch up paint and touching it up. If I knew the right paint, it wouldn't be a problem.
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