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I recently scraped the edge of my rear rim on my "21 LS 500. When I called around no one wants to repair this type of rim because its a PVD; Physical Vapor Deposition. I was told in so many words that they are not repairable by several mobile and rim repair shops. Lexus OEM rim is $1100 for just one rim from the dealer. I would prefer not to get a new rim but there has to be some third party businesses that supply Lexus OEM rims. The rim description is 20" Split 10-Spoke Alloy Wheels with Vapor Chrome Finish. I don't know the part number. If anyone has that information please pass it along.
Does anyone have any suggestions on repair or third party OEM replacement rims? I feel terrible that I did this, but I have not gotten used to the length of the vehicle and thus the mess up on a turn. Ugh!
I will definitely be more careful next time turning.
Thank in advance.
Last edited by GS350PJ; 06-19-22 at 03:24 PM.
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Unfortunately the tire and rim protection does not cover the vapor chrome wheel unless it’s crack etc. I have the protection and tried to use it when I scratch my wheel and was told the vapor chrome is not cover for scratches. Check eBay I got a practically new one for $450 last year.
Out of curiosity how much is tire protection warranty?
Tire protection I purchased was $2K. it was a lot more, but I talked the finance guy down. It's still a lot, but it will cover the tires if they are damaged, e.g. nail or other puncture.
Tire protection I purchased was $2K. it was a lot more, but I talked the finance guy down. It's still a lot, but it will cover the tires if they are damaged, e.g. nail or other puncture.
Wow, isn't it like $25 to patch a tire? Maybe $250 to replace one?
Wow, isn't it like $25 to patch a tire? Maybe $250 to replace one?
Yeesh, no kidding. That’s highway robbery.
It’d be worth it if it includes the rims. Then it would be a fair deal. You can get nearly two sets of tires for $2k. That’s a purchase you’ll never get your money back on.
Wow, isn't it like $25 to patch a tire? Maybe $250 to replace one?
The issue is the tires are run flats and as I am told they are not to be patched my tire protection I paid $1500 for and already got them to replace 3 tires from 2 nails and a bubble so to me it’s worth it especially with the bad roads in NY/NJ where I do the bulk of my driving. Also they replace a crack rim which was $1100 for the rim but since the rim is vapor chrome it does not cover scratches but if it was regular alloy wheels then it would.
I recently scraped the edge of my rear rim on my "21 LS 500. When I called around no one wants to repair this type of rim because its a PVD; Physical Vapor Deposition. I was told in so many words that they are not repairable by several mobile and rim repair shops. Lexus OEM rim is $1100 for just one rim from the dealer. I would prefer not to get a new rim but there has to be some third party businesses that supply Lexus OEM rims. The rim description is 20" Split 10-Spoke Alloy Wheels with Vapor Chrome Finish. I don't know the part number. If anyone has that information please pass it along.
Does anyone have any suggestions on repair or third party OEM replacement rims? I feel terrible that I did this, but I have not gotten used to the length of the vehicle and thus the mess up on a turn. Ugh!
I will definitely be more careful next time turning.
Thank in advance.
I am looking at swapping my rims for a set of PVD Bright Chrome wheels from "The Wheel Exchange" in Michigan. With the exchange of your factory wheels, they will send you a full set of fresh chrome wheels for $795 plus $299 shipping and handling. (This covers shipping for all four rims both ways) I haven't yet pulled the trigger yet, but am thinking about making the move later this month. Also, I emailed them with questions and had a response within 15 minutes so they are very responsive. The PVD Bright Chrome rims come with a three year warranty on the finish. I hope this helps! Best of luck!
I am looking at swapping my rims for a set of PVD Bright Chrome wheels from "The Wheel Exchange" in Michigan. With the exchange of your factory wheels, they will send you a full set of fresh chrome wheels for $795 plus $299 shipping and handling. (This covers shipping for all four rims both ways) I haven't yet pulled the trigger yet, but am thinking about making the move later this month. Also, I emailed them with questions and had a response within 15 minutes so they are very responsive. The PVD Bright Chrome rims come with a three year warranty on the finish. I hope this helps! Best of luck!
If you do pull the trigger, please post pictures as I am thinking of going that route. My only trepidation is, the wheel exchange is bright chrome juxtaposed to factory which has a subtle smoke tint in the chrome.
Sorry to hear there was problems getting your rim repaired. I have the same rim and run-flat tire setup…, and scratched my rim twice.
The dealer has an in-house repair guy that repair the rim back to an almost perfect condition! If I look very very close I can identify the repair, but it was definitely acceptable.
I’m not with the car right now, but I’ll send pictures when I return back in-town.
…And the repair was covered under the warranty… St. Louis dealer…
06-18-22, 05:21 PM
'21 LS 500 PVD Vapor Chrom Rim damage
