AM classic wheels

[the sandman]

I have a set of AM classic look chrome wheels. Think 18x8.5. They are pitted, flaking and in poor condition. Michigan and time hve taken their toll. I really like the look and AM has sold alot of them, similar to craggars along with a rim like old school not the flat modern look. I got em used so unsure of history. Question? How long do these last if not subjected to Michigan winters? Is there a similar looking wheel that is perhaps lighter or better? I said i wouldnt spend money if it didnt make car faster so I guess I was lying to myself. Thanks

 

[Squirrely]

Car looks awesome in white!!!

 

[MADGT]

I had to same AM wheels for about 15 years w/o any issues...BUT, I never drove them in snow. So, they last a long time. Check these: https://www.americanracing.com/wheels/torq-thrust

 

[the sandman]

Thanks Squirrely; MadGT, im thinking TorqThrust might make the AM wheels. I do like them. I guess i dont need alot of longevity at 74 but would like it to be nice for kids

 

[Laga]

I bought a set of those in 2017 for my black 05. They looked great. Despite never driving in the snow. They lasted 2 years before they rusted around the inside of the rims and stopped holding air. They still looked great, but were useless.

 

[the sandman]

I guess my car is a 20 20 car. 20 feet at 20mph

 

[MrBhp]

Mine started pitting and flaking the first year. No snow ever.