Monthly Archives: October 2014

Restore damaged alloy wheels with a refurbishment

Take a look at the before images of these alloys wheels and you will see they have been badly damaged on the outer rim, which often happens when cars park too close to high kerbs. This damage not only looks unsightly and will devalue your car, but it also breaks the protective lacquer layer which allows water to seep underneath which could cause your alloys to corrode, especially if you live close to the coast where salt water damage is more common.

The owner of these alloys not only wanted the damage repaired, but was also after a new look to update them from the textured metallic finish to smooth and sophisticated grey paint finish.

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Our guys cleaned and prepped the wheels to reveal and then remove any damage, filling kerb damage before the alloys where powder coated to produce a smooth and blemish free surface for our painters to work with. The finished results were stunning and the customer was very satisfied with the transformation.

Diamond Alloys can transform your alloys quickly and to a superior standard, ensuring you are back on the road without delay in a car that is looking great! Call our sales team today on 0845 370 8881 or get a quick quote on-line here.

Interview with Diamond Alloys new Trade Division Advisor, Dalbir Matharu

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1.How long have you been working at Diamond Alloys?
I have been working here for 6 weeks now, and I’m enjoying every minute.

2. What do you do at Diamond Alloys?
I look after the general enquiries that come in daily, as well as looking after our trade customers, contacting new trade accounts to advise them about and encourage them to try our services.

3. What is a typical day at Diamond Alloys like?
It’s very busy. The phones don’t stop ringing and bookings are coming in and out constantly. The company has been working hard to establish and build a reputation of quality and exceptional service, so it is a great time to have joined to build on this.

4. What type of trade customers would benefit from using Diamond Alloys services and why?
Body shops, high end taxi and chauffeur companies, prestige and performance self-drive companies. We have recently introduced a donor wheel service for our trade customers who need their vehicles on the road at all times. In this way, our trade accounts won’t lose valuable revenue by keeping their fleet active.

5. How quickly do you turn around wheels, and why is this so important for trade?
Most of our wheels have a turnaround time of 48 hours, it is very important for trade that they don’t lose their business. Customers want things done as quickly as possible.

6. What do you love about working with trade accounts?
Building that relationships with them, so you always get to have that little banter before speaking about business.

7. What makes good customer service?
Always going that extra mile, so the customers will keep building awareness of our services.

8. What are the most common questions trade accounts ask?
The most common questions asked by trade is simply how long will the wheels take and when will your driver be with us. We offer a 48 hours turn around service for diamond cutting, standard finish and custom finish jobs. We know how important is for trade accounts to have their wheels done as quickly as possible so we also have a fast track service. I am in communication with the driver and workshop so am able to estimate delivery times for clients.

9. Which is the most popular service customers ask about?
Diamond Cut, which is what we are specialists in.

10. What extras can customers look for at Diamond Alloys that competitors don’t offer?
Other than our great service, we also offer secure parking, a premium valet service and tyre fitting with free balance.

11. How does it help to work closely with the technicians?
It helps a lot as we can always go to them with any questions we may have about wheels. I have learnt a lot since I’ve been here and this knowledge helps me talk to customers with confidence and ensures they get the finish they want.

12. What’s the workshop atmosphere like?
The workshop atmosphere is great, always up beat while insuring all work is getting done.

13. What motivates you to do a good job?
My Family.

14. Tell us about your life out of the office, what do you like doing in your spare time?
Outside Diamond Alloys, I like to play sports mainly football as well as watching. I’m also a DJ so that keeps me very busy on the weekends and some evenings.

15. If you won the lottery, what would you do?
Buy myself a pub!

BMW get Brilliant Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels

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diamond-cut-bmw-alloys-outside BMW owners are fanatical about their cars. To keep your BMW looking in tip top condition and showroom ready then consider an alloy wheel refurbishment to ensure damaged and kerbed rims are repaired and looking as good as the bodywork.

Alloy wheels can sustain damage through general wear and tear. Drivers might take good care to avoid kerbing while parking but not notice small stone chips damaging the protective seal the lacquered layer provides. If this layer is compromised then water (and especially salt water) can seep underneath and cause corrosion. This damage can easily be eradicated with a refurbishment, bringing rims back to almost near perfect condition.

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This BMW received a diamond cut process which removes a very thin layer of metal from the surface to remove any damage before having its protective lacquered layer applied. It is especially important to care for alloys during the winter months when this kind of damage can be more prevalent.

If you want your alloys to look this good, then give our helpful staff a call on 0845 370 8881 and we will be happy to assist with our best advice and best prices. Remember, we offer a discount if you have all four wheels refurbished at the same time, so get your quotation today and get your rims ready for the harsh winter conditions.

Do Your Alloy Wheels Need a New Look?

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If you are tired of the look of your alloys, or if they are sustaining kerbing or corrosion damage then bring your car down to Diamond Alloys in West London and we will refurbish them at a fraction of the cost of buying new.

Take a look at the before and after images and you will see what a new painted finish can achieve. These rims had a full colour change, including centre caps, from a Titan Silver shade to a Coarse Graphite colour for a truly stunning makeover.

These alloys were completed for a trade account and car repair shop Grimshaw & Wake. We offer comparative rates for many trade accounts including bodyshop repair companies, chauffeur companies and businesses who have a fleet of cars to maintain. Call our trade division on 0845 370 8881 and find out how you can open a trade account today.

BMW 6 Series Gets a Diamond Cut Makeover

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At Diamond Alloys we believe that all alloy wheels need TLC, either with regular care and cleaning or with a wheel refurbishment. Customer Daniel Tavernier recently popped in to Diamond Alloys to have his BMW 6 series rims repaired and refurbished with painted inserts and a Diamond Cut.

The alloys were not in bad condition, but with minor repairs eradicated in our prep room before a powder coat, the results were still stunning. Our guys refurbished the rims with a Mercedes Blue Grey paint and completed the look with a Diamond Cut and lacquer layer which accentuated the design of the alloy perfectly.

Daniel was very pleased with the results when he collected his car this week, saying, “I’m really happy with my wheels and the time they were completed in, my wheels look brand new!”

We are delighted that Daniel was so happy with the transformation; they certainly are the finishing touch for his 6 series BMW.

If you want to achieve a new look for your alloy wheels, call Diamond Alloys today on 0845 370 8881 and we will be able to advise quote for a wide range of services.

Protecting your wheels – tips and tricks

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Once you’ve cleaned your wheels and rims thoroughly, you’ll want to make the most of your hard work by sealing the rim – something you should do every three months. Your first step is to buy a sealant that’s suited to use on wheels – if you’re unsure of which to use, there are plenty of useful forums and articles on the internet that will provide guidance.

When you’ve selected a sealant, coat the rim thoroughly and leave it to dry. Once dried, buff the surface with a clean microfibre cloth before repeating the process two or three times.

After this, it’s time to give your tyres some love. Use a foam applicator pad to coat your tyres in a water-based dressing, which will nourish the rubber and improve the way it looks.

Once this is done, you’re ready to re-attach your wheels. Experts recommend applying copper grease to the thread of each wheel nut before re-attachment, to help you achieve a smoother fit. Once all the wheels are on, and the car has been lowered back down to the ground, tighten the wheel nuts using a torque wrench, then stand back to admire your handiwork. It might be time for a cup of tea, too!

Diamond Alloys trusted to refurbish Range Rover Beauty

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For those that love Range Rover, then this new and rare extra-long wheel base Range Rover will get the pulses racing. The new shape Range Rover is extra spacious and beautifully finished as you would expect from a prestigious marque like Range Rover. The car’s main features, including side vents, grille and bumper, are finished in a stunning silver shade to accentuate the glossy black exterior of the car.

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As a specialist in repairing and refurbishing high end marquees like Range Rover, Diamond Alloys was entrusted to care for these alloy wheels which had become damaged by kerbing. Our guys brought them back to their former glory with dark grey painted inserts and a diamond cut face which beautifully gave definition to this unusual spoke design.

The diamond cut face also brings out the other features of the car as outlined above. This job was for a VIP client who chose to use our rapid 24 hour service, ensuring the car was back on the road and looking spectacular.

Diamond Alloys is entrusted by many top name dealerships in London, so you can rest assured you will receive a top quality finish guaranteed and an exceptional service to match. If you have a car or 4×4 from a top end marque like Range Rover, Bentley or Rolls Royce and would like to use a reputable company that puts excellence at the forefront to of their business and standards, then contact Diamond Alloys today for a competitive quotation.

Lamborghini Alloys Get a Stunning Wheel Refurbishment

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Diamond Alloys specialises in repairing and refurbishing high end alloy wheels from marques including Bentley, Porsche, Ferrari, Rolls Royce and Lamborghini. With diamond cutting facilities and experienced painters on site, Diamond Alloys is trusted by body shop repair companies, leasing companies and auto resellers to manage the repair and refurbishment of their high end vehicles. Once such company is Fiorano Cars who recently brought this Lamborghini Gallarado Coupe in for a repair and a re-paint because the alloys had become badly scuffed around the edges.

All wheels were removed, prepped and repaired before being powder coated and painted in a stunning grey colour to compliment the striking yellow paint on the body of the car. Take a look at the before and after pictures below and you will see what a great finish was achieved, bringing these alloys back to life and in keeping with the high end nature of this make and model.

If you have a prestigious car with alloys that need some care and attention, then bring it down to Diamond Alloys in London and we will be happy to quote on a wide range of finishes including a standard painted finish or a diamond cut finish. We highly recommend using a company that repairs on site for a long lasting and quality finish. For more information on how Diamond Alloys can repair your alloys or give them a fresh new look, either call us on 0845 370 8881 or get a quick quote on-line here.