Dirty Wheels - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Robbie! · 05-21-2005, 11:26 AM

Wow, with only 280KM on the car, my wheels are BLACK. Anyone have any advice on the best way to keep my wheels clean?

E90Fleet · 05-21-2005, 11:36 AM

The wheels are clear coated, just like the car, so wash them and put a bit of good quality wax on them. Then every 3 days or so you can just spray them with water and most of the dust will come off.

Ofcourse this is not as good as just washing them every few days. Get a dedicated sponge for your wheels and some Meguiars all wheel cleaner, it will just take a few minutes to keep them sparkling

¶Pho€nix · 05-22-2005, 04:46 AM

If the wheels aren't clear-coated, use a light mix of kitchen degreaser (or Simple Green) and water. DO NOT let the wheels soak in the solution. Always immediately rinse. Otherwise leaving it on for long periods might dry-up the tires.

a3ndy · 05-22-2005, 03:11 PM

I find that the 162 Wheels are so easy to clean. The arms in the wheel are generously spaced fo easy cleaning with a sponge.

I think it will be necessary to clean the wheels more often than the cars itself.

fusionnv · 05-23-2005, 12:10 PM

Griots wheel cleaner I used is so far one of the best wheel cleaners I ever used. I used a bunch of them in the past. It is also approved by BBS wheels i think. I forget wat the sitcker says. Only problem with griots you have to order from griots garage, they don't sell thru retail chains.

BMW 2006 · 05-24-2005, 03:25 PM

ALL of Groit's products are the BEST!

- Paul - · 05-24-2005, 04:39 PM

I've just been using a wet microfibre cloth and a little white vinegar if it doesn't budge.

gfdimopo · 05-27-2005, 05:44 AM

I have used the Armor All spray....and now the wheells are like new

fusionnv · 05-28-2005, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by BMW 2006

ALL of Groit's products are the BEST!

I am a big fan of griots but the best of show wax is a pain in the ass to remove. I like the results from it though.

BMW 2006 · 05-29-2005, 12:20 AM

You must have put too much wax on if you are having trouble removing it! Follow instructions..... use very small amount and
you will have NO problems removing any Groits Products!

fusionnv · 05-29-2005, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by BMW 2006

You must have put too much wax on if you are having trouble removing it! Follow instructions..... use very small amount and
you will have NO problems removing any Groits Products!

That is true, I used it by hand. I paid for it dearly. On a Porter Cable everything is easy to put on and take off.

Robbie! · 06-17-2005, 01:58 PM

Darn wheels are dirty again after 1 week and a little more than 350 km of driving .. oh well I guess I need to wash the car again

l4wr3nc3 · 06-18-2005, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by gfdimopo

I have used the Armor All spray....and now the wheells are like new

Armor all is definetly the best and easiest to use. spray on. wait for a minute. and rinses right off

05-21-2005, 11:26 AM	#1
Robbie! Private First Class Drives: 2006 BMW 325I Join Date: May 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 168 iTrader: (0)	Dirty Wheels Wow, with only 280KM on the car, my wheels are BLACK. Anyone have any advice on the best way to keep my wheels clean? __________________ E90 Titanium Silver/Black/6spd man/Sport/Premium/
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05-22-2005, 04:46 AM	#3
¶Pho€nix Velocity Vector Drives: me nuts Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: United States of Antarctica Posts: 56 iTrader: (0)	If the wheels aren't clear-coated, use a light mix of kitchen degreaser (or Simple Green) and water. DO NOT let the wheels soak in the solution. Always immediately rinse. Otherwise leaving it on for long periods might dry-up the tires. __________________ BRACEYOURSELF It'll be one hell of a ride...

05-22-2005, 03:11 PM	#4
a3ndy First Lieutenant Drives: E90 330i SE Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Posts: 278 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i SE [0.00]	I find that the 162 Wheels are so easy to clean. The arms in the wheel are generously spaced fo easy cleaning with a sponge. I think it will be necessary to clean the wheels more often than the cars itself. __________________ \| Titanium Silver \| Steptronic \| 18" Ellipsoid 162 Alloys \| Black Dakota Leather \| Xenons \| Business Nav \| PDC \|

05-23-2005, 12:10 PM	#5
fusionnv First Lieutenant Drives: 325i Join Date: May 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 210 iTrader: (0)	Griots wheel cleaner I used is so far one of the best wheel cleaners I ever used. I used a bunch of them in the past. It is also approved by BBS wheels i think. I forget wat the sitcker says. Only problem with griots you have to order from griots garage, they don't sell thru retail chains. __________________ 325i, 6spd manual, Alpine white, Black interior with aluminum trim, Navi/idrive, Xeon Headlights, PDC, and rear sunshades. Having fun driving it.

05-29-2005, 12:20 AM	#10
BMW 2006 Second Lieutenant Drives: 330I - '06 - 6 Spd Join Date: May 2005 Location: California - USA Posts: 146 iTrader: (0)	Re: Groit's Best of Show Wax You must have put too much wax on if you are having trouble removing it! Follow instructions..... use very small amount and you will have NO problems removing any Groits Products!

05-21-2005, 11:36 AM	#2
E90Fleet Major General Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: South Africa Posts: 6,815 iTrader: (0)	The wheels are clear coated, just like the car, so wash them and put a bit of good quality wax on them. Then every 3 days or so you can just spray them with water and most of the dust will come off. Ofcourse this is not as good as just washing them every few days. Get a dedicated sponge for your wheels and some Meguiars all wheel cleaner, it will just take a few minutes to keep them sparkling

05-24-2005, 03:25 PM	#6
BMW 2006 Second Lieutenant Drives: 330I - '06 - 6 Spd Join Date: May 2005 Location: California - USA Posts: 146 iTrader: (0)	ALL of Groit's products are the BEST!

05-24-2005, 04:39 PM	#7
- Paul - Major General Drives: see above. Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Yorkshire, UK Posts: 6,755 iTrader: (5) Garage List 2005 320D SE [5.00] 2005 645 [4.50]	I've just been using a wet microfibre cloth and a little white vinegar if it doesn't budge.

05-27-2005, 05:44 AM	#8
gfdimopo Member Drives: Dream Car Join Date: May 2005 Location: Athens Posts: 13 iTrader: (0)	I have used the Armor All spray....and now the wheells are like new

06-17-2005, 01:58 PM	#12
Robbie! Private First Class Drives: 2006 BMW 325I Join Date: May 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 168 iTrader: (0)	Darn wheels are dirty again after 1 week and a little more than 350 km of driving .. oh well I guess I need to wash the car again __________________ E90 Titanium Silver/Black/6spd man/Sport/Premium/