Wrapping front end?
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I took delivery of my Cayenne over the weekend. I just got off the phone with Premire inquiring about clear bra protection. I am thinking of doing the full front end. He did mention to me that there is the possibility of seeing some small imperfections since the car is black. The car is Jet Black Metalic which he said is going to be much better than flat black.
Does anyone have a black car wrapped, and any regrets? Would you do it again?
thanks,
George
Does anyone have a black car wrapped, and any regrets? Would you do it again?
thanks,
George
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My truck is Aqua Blue (pretty dark) and I don't notice the wrap. What I would add would be the windshield wrap too!
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Took mine off several months after getting the car. A real PITA to keep from getting scratched and always a dull finish as compared to the surrounding bodywork.
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Yes it did; so much that you couldn't tell the difference between the painted surface and the invisible bra. Following my first visit to the dealer for an oil change and inspection, there were three scuff marks on the hood near the hood crest. I realized that these were nail marks from the technician when he either opened or closed the hood. Unfortunately, 3M's website as well as their local installing dealer did little to help remove these marks.
Bug splatter was another issue which involved soaking the bug carcasses with P21S total wash before removing; since scrubbing the area with a wash mitt was out of the question.
Some guys swear by this product however my experience was less than stellar; perhaps due to the black color.
Bug splatter was another issue which involved soaking the bug carcasses with P21S total wash before removing; since scrubbing the area with a wash mitt was out of the question.
Some guys swear by this product however my experience was less than stellar; perhaps due to the black color.
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Yes it did; so much that you couldn't tell the difference between the painted surface and the invisible bra. Following my first visit to the dealer for an oil change and inspection, there were three scuff marks on the hood near the hood crest. I realized that these were nail marks from the technician when he either opened or closed the hood. Unfortunately, 3M's website as well as their local installing dealer did little to help remove these marks.
Bug splatter was another issue which involved soaking the bug carcasses with P21S total wash before removing; since scrubbing the area with a wash mitt was out of the question.
Some guys swear by this product however my experience was less than stellar; perhaps due to the black color.
Bug splatter was another issue which involved soaking the bug carcasses with P21S total wash before removing; since scrubbing the area with a wash mitt was out of the question.
Some guys swear by this product however my experience was less than stellar; perhaps due to the black color.
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I have the front of mine wrapped with 3M and you cannot see it. Mine is meteor gray which is great for hiding it. No issues whatsoever. No blemishes- nothing. And I run my CS through the car wash regularly.
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George
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I have had the front end done on many cars over the years. White/black/grey were the cars in my stable. Wash it, wax it (and keep the wax out of the seams by applying a thin pin striping or painters tape) and it should look good for years.
Had it done on my Jet Black before I traded it in after 2 weeks for a Sand white and it was perfect, had to really look to see it. White on the other hand will start to show some yellowing over time.
My cars go straight from the dealer to the installer. IMO its better to replace the clear bra after a couple years as opposed to having paint chips all over the nose. All it takes is a truck/car in front of you veering over the line to throw up a couple pebbles to ruin the paint, no brainer IMO.
I have bought a couple used cars that I had wished the first owner had applied the product, would have increased the resale for sure.
Now if I could find a suitable product for my windshield to prevent those small chips that reflect the light, I would be all good.
Had it done on my Jet Black before I traded it in after 2 weeks for a Sand white and it was perfect, had to really look to see it. White on the other hand will start to show some yellowing over time.
My cars go straight from the dealer to the installer. IMO its better to replace the clear bra after a couple years as opposed to having paint chips all over the nose. All it takes is a truck/car in front of you veering over the line to throw up a couple pebbles to ruin the paint, no brainer IMO.
I have bought a couple used cars that I had wished the first owner had applied the product, would have increased the resale for sure.
Now if I could find a suitable product for my windshield to prevent those small chips that reflect the light, I would be all good.