The term 'mag wheel' actually became synonymous with all types of die-cast wheels, extending from modern aluminium to the plastics and composites that might be seen on push bikes.
In fact, pure magnesium wheels are very rarely produced these days. Mag wheels can most often be seen adorning classic cars. This is mainly due to the various issues that soon became apparent with magnesium rims. They were susceptible to cracks and corrosion proved to be a problem too. There were also concerns about the flammability of mag wheels that could be ignited by a burning tyre or caused by punctures meaning that the wheel would be scraped along the road surface.

Technological developments mean that the flammability worries have now been alleviated. Similarly, modern surface treatments can provide much greater protection against corrosion and therefore the lifespan of mag wheels has been extended significantly. However, mag wheels are nowadays usually associated with classic and vintage cars.

Of course, classic and vintage cars remain very popular with car enthusiasts the world over. This means the second hand market for mag alloys for sale is buoyant. Genuine MAG alloys for a vintage Merc, Mini or Capri can still all be picked up. Used MAG alloys for sale will always be the best place to look for vintage car lovers.

Modern variations of the mag wheel do still exist though. Riva produce MAG wheels that offer an appealing modern twist to the classic 5-spoke design. If you want an alloy that successfully manages to have a vintage feel whilst still managing to remain decidedly modern then the Riva mag wheel is definitely worth a look. It has an interesting design too, as the spokes reach to the edge of the wheel, it creates the effect of looking larger when actually fitted to a vehicle. It comes in two designs: Hyper Silver and a gunmetal with polished face version.

For modern and vintage looks, used Mag alloys for sale fit the bill for both.