What colour to do my VTS wheels?

1. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

   #1 27th June 2011, 13:30

   Hi Guys.
   
   Would like your advice. My VTS wheels need refurbing and cleaning up as there is some lacquer peel and some severe curbing from a previous owner.
   
   I like the standard silver, which doesn't have too much of a gloss look to it, but I am tempted my a high gloss, bright silver.
   
   or anthracite.
   
   or white!!
   
   
   
   What do you all think?
   
   if anyone has any photos of these colour wheels on a posi blue I would love to see them to help me make up my mind :-)
2. rick_VTR Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Jun 2011 Abermule, Mid Wales. Posts: 2763 Corsa Rally Car & Fiesta ST

   #2 27th June 2011, 13:42

   Gloss Black FTW!
3. bredsticz L-plater Joined: Feb 2009 Manchester Posts: 61 1998 1.4 westcoast saxo 2001 punto

   #3 27th June 2011, 13:47

   Pink! Goes well with the blue
4. Mochachino Saxperience Hardcore! Joined: Nov 2007 Guantanamo Bay Posts: 28700 oyster card

   #4 27th June 2011, 13:53

   Leave them as they are! Not often you see them standard on a posi,and it looks best by far. Its a shame when standard VTS alloys have their standard colour painted over on posi's
5. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

   #5 27th June 2011, 13:58

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by bredsticz Pink! Goes well with the blue

   um, no offense, but hell no!!
   
   

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   Originally Posted by db_sax Leave them as they are! Not often you see them standard on a posi,and it looks best by far. Its a shame when standard VTS alloys have their standard colour painted over on posi's

   yeah I kinda think silver would look good. But if they get painted, they would be more glossy than the original, unless someone can do the same alloy effect. Its no where near as glossy as a refurb.
   
   tks for the comments :-)
6. Saxo_Seann Infrequent Poster Joined: Jun 2011 aberdeenshire Posts: 106 'T' Reg Posi Westcoast

   #6 27th June 2011, 14:16

   white with a blue lip
7. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

   #7 27th June 2011, 14:23

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   Originally Posted by Saxo_Seann white with a blue lip

   I am tempted with White wheels tbh Sean - not sure bout the blue lip though, I'd prefer a cleaner look.
   
   Also, looking forward to getting my hands on the grill! Mines looking a bit gappy without it currently!
8. Saxo_Seann Infrequent Poster Joined: Jun 2011 aberdeenshire Posts: 106 'T' Reg Posi Westcoast

   #8 27th June 2011, 14:24

   yeah so is mines, hope it turns up soon for you, im waiting for mines too:
   
   
9. user_39284 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Nov 2009 Pembrokeshire Posts: 3952 DubYaRex

   #9 27th June 2011, 14:39

   This question has been asked more times then i care to remember, 90% of them have posi blue cars also, use the search and see what you like.
10. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #10 27th June 2011, 16:02

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Saxo_Seann yeah so is mines, hope it turns up soon for you, im waiting for mines too:

    fingers crossed mate! Rocking a '96-'97 grill should be sweet! You smoothing yours off completely pal?
11. Saxo_Seann Infrequent Poster Joined: Jun 2011 aberdeenshire Posts: 106 'T' Reg Posi Westcoast

    #11 27th June 2011, 16:34

    doing widemouth, smooth drivers fog, square plate passenger side
12. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #12 27th June 2011, 18:02

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Saxo_Seann doing widemouth, smooth drivers fog, square plate passenger side

    good luck with it mate, start a thread so I can keep an eye on your progress, def one to watch I reckon
13. Saxo_Seann Infrequent Poster Joined: Jun 2011 aberdeenshire Posts: 106 'T' Reg Posi Westcoast

    #13 27th June 2011, 19:38

    http://www.saxperience.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=383575
    
    already started one bud
14. Bedford126 Saxperience Post Whore Joined: Jul 2010 Morley, Leeds Posts: 8469 Civic ep3 type r powered by TDI NORTH

    #14 27th June 2011, 20:23

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Saxo_Seann yeah so is mines, hope it turns up soon for you, im waiting for mines too:

    car looks good mate just fuck the halfords primer off cus its shit and sinks like a bastard when painted. get some u-pol high 5 primer on it and you will be onto a win with no reactions come paint time.
    
    and as for the op bmw sparklinh graphite or ford panther black.
15. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #15 27th June 2011, 22:39

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    Originally Posted by bedford126 car looks good mate just fuck the halfords primer off cus its shit and sinks like a bastard when painted. get some u-pol high 5 primer on it and you will be onto a win with no reactions come paint time. and as for the op bmw sparklinh graphite or ford panther black.

    cheers, colours duly noted :-) Going to take some time to consider all the options!
    
    Any photos might help too ;-)
16. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #16 27th June 2011, 22:40

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Saxo_Seann http://www.saxperience.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=383575 already started one bud

    good work sean, stick it as your signature mate, I'll be sure to keep an eye on this thread :-)
17. Saxo_Seann Infrequent Poster Joined: Jun 2011 aberdeenshire Posts: 106 'T' Reg Posi Westcoast

    #17 27th June 2011, 22:48

    its not halfords paint its spray putty bud
18. moffa L-plater Joined: Apr 2009 crewe Posts: 64 citroen saxo vtr 51 plate nw with vts engine

    #18 27th June 2011, 23:12

    ive gotsatin black but mine are on a black vtr. still will look smart on yours
19. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #19 27th June 2011, 23:51

    thanks man. Do you have a pic of it? My mate (ads85 on here) and I have just done his VTR's satin black and they look tidy, not seen that colour on an "S" before.
20. Christhesparky L-plater Joined: May 2011 Posts: 40 2002 Vtr

    #20 28th June 2011, 08:41

    Im in the process of doing my vtr wheels in BMW graphite metallic, will get some pictures up soon
21. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #21 28th June 2011, 09:04

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Christhesparky Im in the process of doing my vtr wheels in BMW graphite metallic, will get some pictures up soon

    thanks man, appreciate it :-)
22. ads85 Frequent Poster Joined: May 2011 Bradford on Avon,Nr Bath Posts: 866 '01 astra coupe

    #22 28th June 2011, 10:12

    Hi Gloss silver fella, will match the shine from bodywork if the rest of the car comes out like your wing did
23. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #23 28th June 2011, 10:13

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by ads85 Hi Gloss silver fella, will match the shine from bodywork if the rest of the car comes out like your wing did

    that wing was nuts! Even steve said it was crazy shiny! Can't wait to get enough time to do the whole car. Quick detail for sunday, and wait for the machine polisher!!
24. Mochachino Saxperience Hardcore! Joined: Nov 2007 Guantanamo Bay Posts: 28700 oyster card

    #24 28th June 2011, 10:49

    When I had a posi these were my inspiration. I would have done silver If you want to be different id do standard silver, look at all the posi blue's out there, its like its the law to wreck decent vts alloys into another colour! Silver is almost an original idea,looks fresh and clean.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
25. ads85 Frequent Poster Joined: May 2011 Bradford on Avon,Nr Bath Posts: 866 '01 astra coupe

    #25 28th June 2011, 11:44

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by db_sax

    Something like these mate, then when time allows rattle can you old steelies white for the winter
26. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #26 28th June 2011, 12:01

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by ads85 Something like these mate, then when time allows rattle can you old steelies white for the winter

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by db_sax When I had a posi these were my inspiration. I would have done silver If you want to be different id do standard silver, look at all the posi blue's out there, its like its the law to wreck decent vts alloys into another colour! Silver is almost an original idea,looks fresh and clean.

    thanks db_sax, that has sold it too me I reckon, a really clean pair of standards, although simple, is actually the best look. clean and simple.
    
    ads85, you're right, white steelies for the winter, dont want to wreck my "S's"
27. ads85 Frequent Poster Joined: May 2011 Bradford on Avon,Nr Bath Posts: 866 '01 astra coupe

    #27 28th June 2011, 13:12

    Some things just look better kept standard i think, although a lot depends on colour of the car, i mean black vts's would probably look better on mine than silver whereas yours is the other way around and as you said you want it standard oem, can't get more standard than original can you?

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28. Venns Established Member Joined: Jan 2011 Bridgwater, Somerset Posts: 1092 2001 Saxo 1.1

    #28 28th June 2011, 15:08

    White VTS wheels look wicked
29. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #29 28th June 2011, 15:47

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Venns White VTS wheels look wicked

    yeah white VTS wheels do look hot. Think Silver is the way forward though, I know its standard, but its almost rare on a posi blue now.

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30. CitroenSport Established Member Joined: Nov 2008 Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 1984 MK2 VTS 153bhp

    #30 28th June 2011, 18:56

    Silver or White mate
31. user_36879 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Aug 2009 Ascot Posts: 4619 Mint 106 rallye, Saxo VTR

    #31 28th June 2011, 19:00

    i would just keep it standed and lower it make it look really smart!
32. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #32 28th June 2011, 23:14

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by CitroenSport Silver or White mate

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by joe333 i would just keep it standed and lower it make it look really smart!

    Cheers Gents, yeah I reckon lowered on silver VTS's is the way forward :-)
33. user_36879 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Aug 2009 Ascot Posts: 4619 Mint 106 rallye, Saxo VTR

    #33 29th June 2011, 00:15

    Defo mate

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34. beckford Regular Poster Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 431 mk2 citreon saxo vts

    #34 29th June 2011, 01:07

    gun metal grey
35. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #35 29th June 2011, 09:08

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by beckford gun metal grey

    I reckon even though it's standard, silver will look the best.
    
    I'm thinking a real bright silver, but instead of the standard VTS Finish, gonig for a high gloss so it really shines Almost as silver as it can get before it goes white.
36. JackLAVALLIN Newbie Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 7

    #36 29th June 2011, 21:25

    GLOSS BLACK!
    
    PROGRESS THREAD - http://www.saxperience.com/forum/sho...=1#post5412701
37. user_52246 L-plater Joined: Apr 2011 Ripon Posts: 46 Y reg VTR blue lowered 60mm 4-2-1 raceland with

    #37 2nd July 2011, 22:02

    white and blue is my favourite colour scheme
38. luke_vtr_gy Infrequent Poster Joined: Feb 2011 grimsby Posts: 187 l999 saxo vtr 2003 saxo vts

    #38 2nd July 2011, 22:06

    il do you some custom ones if u want ,,,, thats what iv done to mine
39. luke_vtr_gy Infrequent Poster Joined: Feb 2011 grimsby Posts: 187 l999 saxo vtr 2003 saxo vts

    #39 2nd July 2011, 22:08

    il do you some custom ones if u want ,,,, thats what iv done to mine
40. user_39959 Infrequent Poster Joined: Dec 2009 Doncaster (Mexborough) Posts: 248 nothing

    #40 2nd July 2011, 22:09

    needs lowering

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41. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #41 3rd July 2011, 00:05

    its cos its on the dropped curb the wheel drops down out the arch more.
42. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #42 3rd July 2011, 00:06

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by luke_vtr_gy il do you some custom ones if u want ,,,, thats what iv done to mine

    looks awesome chap! I decided after many torn decisions, im going high gloss silver, but thanks!

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43. luke_vtr_gy Infrequent Poster Joined: Feb 2011 grimsby Posts: 187 l999 saxo vtr 2003 saxo vts

    #43 3rd July 2011, 08:37

    no worrys mate , do you no much about ecu`s ,, sorry to change subject,, but iv fitted a re con unlocked ecu, in my vts coz it wasnt running , runs now just realy really rich. had 2 people do Diagnostic checks n there clue less lol ,,, few people have had the ecu needs setting up ,, any ideas people ,, coz iv ran out of ideas
    
    by the way i did my wheels on my vtr the gti burnt gold ,,, looked mint
44. user_50089 Frequent Poster Joined: Jan 2011 Bradford on Avon (Near Bath) Posts: 653 - 1999 MK1 Citroen Saxo Westie - Dead - 2003 Niss

    #44 6th July 2011, 17:08

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by luke_vtr_gy no worrys mate , do you no much about ecu`s ,, sorry to change subject,, but iv fitted a re con unlocked ecu, in my vts coz it wasnt running , runs now just realy really rich. had 2 people do Diagnostic checks n there clue less lol ,,, few people have had the ecu needs setting up ,, any ideas people ,, coz iv ran out of ideas by the way i did my wheels on my vtr the gti burnt gold ,,, looked mint

    Tidy wheels fella, not seen that look before, kinda like the scooby's with blue and gold.
    
    I dont know anything about ECU's im afraid mate. Worth a post in the engine section, ask the question
45. VenoMNL Infrequent Poster Joined: Dec 2008 Lisbon - Portugal Posts: 189 Citroen Saxo VTS 1.6i 16v Turbo Renault Express 1

    #45 7th July 2011, 01:37

    White wheels definitly =)
46. Daz15 Infrequent Poster Joined: Sep 2010 Kent Posts: 165 saxo vts

    #46 9th July 2011, 00:51

    i would say gun metal gray as white is way to common and black has been done to death tbh ive also got a a posi blue vts and my wheels are black atm as thats the colour they were when i bought it but like yaself i couldnt decide what colour to do and im tempted to go with either gun metal gray or deep plum purple as havent seen any vts wheels done that colour on a posi blue vts was considering pink but ya gotta be brave enough to pull it off and im not sure im quite there yet lol
47. K31TH L-plater Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 36 Saxo mk2 vtr

    #47 9th July 2011, 13:16

    matt white mate looks wicked with a white grill