I have the 7 Spoke Graphite Wheels and need to know if they are aluminium or steel. I want to buy the correct wheel cleaner.

 

Opps, found my answer. Aluminium Alloy. Should have researched before posting

 

OK. Now I need some help. I now know that the 7 spoke graphite wheels are aluminium but now need to know if they are clear coated. Makes a difference when buying polish for clear coat or non clear coated wheel. If they are clear coated all you need to do is clean them with a good car wash.

 

In my experience a good car wash is enough.

 

Yup, Those are the easiest wheels to clean I have ever had...I just wipe em off real good with a rag....I do it every few days and the wheels look awesom...Even if really dirty they clean very easy with a rag....

 

The regular wheel cleaners do awesome. But microfiber and some H2O will do just fine.

 

They are clear coated. The problem I've found is not cleaning them but rather to find a touch-up paint that matches the silver color should you get a nick/scratch here and there. I called 3 Lexus dealers and they all said Lexus doesn't sell a touch-up paint for rims. The only way to do it is to have a paint shop makeup a paint to closely match that. I have even checked automotive stores and none carry anything like that. I have the graphite finish on my RX350 18-inch rims too. Maybe someone have a suggestion.

 

Amen! We need to find a touch up for the Liquid Graphite rims....I do need some already. Can not avoid chips.