You’ve made the decision to get new rims to make your car stand out. But now comes the hard part: which ones to get? Which shape? And (most importantly) what color? Chrome and black wheels are the two most popular styles - but which to is right for your car?
Chrome and black rims are kind of opposites when you’re looking to get new wheels, and yet it’s so hard to choose between the two. Both go with nearly any color car, but they each say something different when people see them.
Chrome has been around for a long time. In the 1920s and 30s, luxury car manufacturers would deck out their models with chrome. Hood ornaments, hubcaps, decorative accents… chrome said luxury and class. This trend continued through the 50s and 60s as brands like Cadillac kept chrome bumpers and trim pieces on their high end lines.
Today, there’s still something about chrome that tells people this car is luxurious. Bentley still uses chrome accent pieces on their cars to add that slightly subtle shine. When you add chrome wheels to your car, you’re harking back to element of style and class from the very first cars.
Black wheels, on the other hand, add a sense of mystery to your car. If you’ve painted your car a matte color, you’re almost certain to prefer the simplicity of a black wheel. Those who love black rims are often drawn to either the high-contrast look they provide, or the total uniformity of black-on-black.
So how do you choose? Are you a high-contrast person? White cars look absolutely stunning with high contrast black wheels. Chrome wheels on a black car provide an incredible visual pop. If your car is a darker color like navy blue or gunmetal, a chrome will really stand out. Black wheels add an element of simple interest to a silver car, which can seem like a bland color choice when paired with OEM wheels or chrome.
For any car, there’s really no wrong choice when you’re choosing between chrome and black wheels. Both colors provide a way for you to stand out from the crowd. If you’re having a hard time imagining your ride with new wheels, check out our car visualizer to see our offerings on your car! Once you’ve settled on the perfect color for your wheels, now you only have one choice left: the shape!
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