Alloy wheels?

depends what you been cleaning them wif mate

They normally get cleaned with the same car wash I use on the rest of the car, or a car wash. I have never used any kind of wheel cleaner. The car is washed say once a week, and the wheels are generally clean, I don't usually wait until I cannot see the original colour of the wheel.

It's not normal, yes it should be a warranty claim

I agree, I could see the point if it was around the inside edge where the wheels are almost constantly covered in brake dust/grime, but the worst affected areas are in the middle where the wheel is always clean, and all wheels are the same. Assuming it is a warranty claim then should I insist on new wheels or getting them refurbished?

It depends on how long an argument you're prepared to have.

My 2001 Avensis alloys still look good after a clean despite going weeks (and months sometimes) between cleans! I'm guessing this is down to the lacquer that they use to protect them. I personally would be happy to accept refurbished on condition thet they are suitably protected as getting another set of same sounds like you'll have same problem in a short time.

Dave

In message , Craig writes

I know that Honda had a corrosion issue with some Civic Type-R alloys, and replaced them under warranty for customers who made a fuss. The deciding factor was whether you had corrosion on surfaces not vulnerable to impact damage.

Did take the car to a Mazda dealer, they took pics and sent them off to Mazda. Should hear in a few days.

same with mazda on the RX-8 and Toyota with the Celica/MR2.....replaced under warranty.

Very common on late MX-5s, so go back to Mazda. They replaced thousands of 'em under warranty.

is it can fit pcd 6x139.7, bead lock wheels?