Turning Matte Black Rims into Gloss Black

[speeddemon 0]

I apologize if this has been discussed already but I did a couple searches and nothing came up.  I have my eye set on a set of rims but they only come in a matte black finish and I really want them to be gloss black.  Is there a way (without powdercoating or painting) to get the finish to a glossy black?  I have read about possibly wet sanding with a high grit and clear coating.  Would that work?  could I possibly get away with doing a polishing cycle on them with my porter cable?  

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[pirahnah3 1,750]

If you are willing to clearcoat then painting is not much work to add to it realistically speaking. 

 

I cant say for sure but you can always try some of the products if you have them and see what type of shine you can get. The LPS does offer a fair shine and you can probably top that with something to help add to it. 

[bjoeaull 84]

can a person polish a matte finish to turn it somewhat more glossy?  I'm not sure, but it seems possible depending on the finish on the wheels?

[Ricky Bobby 1,517]

Not likely