What metal are BBS wheels made of?

aluminum
Forged Line Starting from a billet of 6,000 series aluminum, or a special magnesium alloy, every BBS forged wheel uses our special multi-stage Die-Forging process which can require up to 18 million pounds of pressure to produce.

How do I know what BBS wheels I have?

All of the rivets around the face of the wheel have BBS engraved on them. Dimensions of the center cap are unique… forget what the authentic sizes are. If they have original stem caps, those also have BBS on them.

Are all BBS rims forged?

Starting from a billet of 6000 series or even a special 7000 series Dura aluminum, these aircraft quality alloys are forged with up to 18 million pounds of pressure. Every stage of production is optimized and controlled in-house to help create the best forged wheels in the industry.

Where are BBS alloys made?

Located in Takaoka-City, BBS Japan creates the forgings for all of our forged road and racing wheels. Hydraulic forging presses up to 9000 tons are used to produce the forgings that will become a BBS wheel. Back in 1983, this facility produced the die-forged “RS” design wheel that is still an icon today.

Are BBS wheels made in Germany?

Today, BBS is not just a small company located in the Black Forest region of Germany. BBS has a worldwide presence and we design, test and manufacture all of our own products and technologies.

Are my BBS genuine?

Senior Member. Check the spigot ring, fakes tend not to have a separate ring, where as genuine ones do, it is held in with a circlip. BBS do this so they can use the same casting for different cars I guess, then put in a spigot adapter for the correct bore for the car being sold for.

Is BBS going out of business?

German manufacturer BBS, which is widely known for producing ultra-stylish, high-quality wheels for both OEMs and aftermarket retailers, has just filed for bankruptcy. This is the third time in the last 13 years.