FAQs

Diamond cut wheels are becoming increasingly popular nowadays. The diamond cut finished is achieved by using a diamond-tipped lathe tool (hence the name) to remove a thin layer from the face of the wheel. It is then lacquered to protect against corrosion. You will be able to see if your wheel is diamond cut if, on close inspection, you see very fine lines created by the cutting blade and the surface is a shiny, silver colour. Sometimes, a diamond cut finish may be used in combination with a painted colour surface.

At Oxmanor Alloys we use a Tryax™ horizontal wheel lathe with diamond-tipped milling tool, one of only a handful in the UK. This state of the art precision tool enables us to achieve a finish which is as close as possible to the original factory finish of a diamond cut wheel. For more information, please read about our refurbishment process.

Depending on its design, a diamond cut wheel can usually be recut and lacquered several times. However, this is dependent on the extent of the damage. Each wheel is subject to thorough examination before work starts and a technician will provide expert advice and recommendations for any repair work to be carried out.

We can match wheels in nearly all commercially available colours. The easiest method is to match the wheel paint finish code. However, most people don’t know this. Therefore, a technician will inspect the wheel and look for a paint code. Failing that, we will use swatches to achieve the closest possible match to the wheel colour. In the unlikely event that we are unable to achieve a satisfactory match, we will inform you after the initial assessment.

Yes, we can repair wheels with painted inners. Please contact us for further information or to arrange an assessment.

We can repair wheels for all of the leading car manufacturers. Please contact us for further information or to arrange an assessment.

Oxmanor Alloys are one of a few specialist companies in the UK that can reproduce a diamond cut finish for your alloy wheels. We are one of only a handful of UK companies that has a Tryax™ horizontal wheel lathe with diamond-tipped milling tool. We can handle wheels up to 24" in size and can reproduce many different paint types and finishes. We work extensively with leading motor vehicle manufacturers and apply the same high standards to single wheel scratches, scuffs, chips and kerb damage as we do with our services to the trade.

We are easily accessible from around Oxford and Cherwell. Find us at Banbury Road, Shipton-on-Cherwell, Kidlington, Oxfordshire OX5 1JH. Click here to get driving directions in Google Maps.

Yes, a booking is necessary, but subject to availability we can offer a quick turnaround repair service. Our workshop is open 6 days per week and if you bring your vehicle in, usually a technician will be able to carry out an assessment and book a repair service at a later date.

Prices for alloy wheel repair vary widely, depending on the nature and extent of the damage. Therefore, unfortunately we cannot provide a price list. To ensure an accurate estimate is produced we recommend that you contact us and arrange a convenient time to have your vehicle examined and an assessment of the damage carried out.

Yes, we carry out insurance works for all the major providers. Please contact us for further information or to arrange an assessment.

Yes, we are VAT registered. Our VAT registration number is 663 3406 43.

We have repaired many hundreds of alloys wheels and have a well established reputation for excellence. We are trusted by many leading motor vehicle manufacturers and have every confidence that customers will be pleased with the results of an Oxmanor Alloys repair. In the unlikely event that you are not completely satisfied with your repair, let us know. Our aim is to resolve any problem as quickly as possible and to your complete satisfaction.