03-31-2016, 11:02 PM | #1 |
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What are you guys doing for paint protection? XPEL doesn't have pattern yet.
I am getting worried that we will have no options for paint protection by the time the car is released on April 16th. XPEL and Suntek both don't have patterns cut yet, and I don't really want to pay triple for a "custom" installer to cut the film with a knife while it's on my car.
I am picking my car up from a dealer that is a solid hour away...I might sink to doing track film from XPEL as a temporary solution. |
04-01-2016, 12:30 AM | #2 |
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I have no idea. I've never used XPEL. So l they normally have pre cut films for each car?
Jesus Christ, this M2 release is a hell of a frustration. |
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04-01-2016, 12:41 AM | #5 |
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Do you recommend doing the full front or just halfway up the hood?
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04-01-2016, 01:56 AM | #6 | |
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I'll more than likely just use Opti-coat paint protection, had it on the 1 series and thought it was great. As far as clear films i had Ventureshield on the entire front of my Golf R a few years back, seemed to do it's job ok. |
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04-01-2016, 03:50 AM | #7 |
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I was thinking Blue painters tape on nose and lip of hood, maybe mirrors too. I have a 300 mile ride home so some protection is better than nothing, you should always practice Safe Driving.
Is there any ETA on XPEL? I'll have to look into XPEL Track film once I get it home....
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04-01-2016, 07:04 AM | #9 |
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half the hood is fine
all the new films, they are really clear.. you can't tell you have a clear bra, only from certain angle and if you look carefully
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My installer won't charge extra for a custom fit so I'm getting XPEL put on before I take delivery. |
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Any idea on the cost for that?
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Can I ask how much you are paying for a custom install and what the coverage is? Thanks
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04-01-2016, 01:44 PM | #17 |
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My installer works with XPEL. He can make templates. Here e.g. the template for the M235i.
Headlamp + fog lamp kit; full hood, fender and mirror kit, bumper kit, rocker panel kit Price : 2300€. Very (too) expensive indeed. A quartz coating will suffice for me. (1350€ yet) |
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What would you recommend? I'm in the northeast and there is salt and sand all over the roads still, going nekked isn't an option.... I'm up for recommendations!
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Can't beat ~$6 a roll... you might get some interesting looks on the drive home though
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Exactly. Got some interesting looks when I did the front of my e92. 6 hours later the front was covered in bugs and sand/gravel. Well worth the time and $.
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