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Mirror Polishing Aluminum Wheels

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Wheel

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To mirror polish aluminum wheels, first wash and thoroughly clean them to remove any dirt from brake dust or tar residues. Once the washing phase is complete, use very fine sandpaper, such as 4000 grit, and wet sand the entire surface evenly, repeating the cleaning and sanding multiple times.

By the end of this process, the surface will appear smooth, and the final polishing will be done with a specialized polishing wax, which should be applied and removed with a soft cloth.


Updated on 17 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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