Polished Alloy wheels – are the most difficult of all wheel styles to identify. They are generally very expensive and are constructed of the highest quality material. Some polished finishes resemble painted finishes while others resemble chrome. Polished wheels have a lighter look and may not be clear-coated. Polished wheels that are not clear-coated have a much higher luster but they require a great deal of maintenance. You will never see a metallic sparkle on polished wheels when viewed in bright sunlight. A polished wheel closely resembles silverware.