XPEL vs. 3M Protection Film
01-17-2015, 05:35 PM
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I read in another Forum Post that someone said that Side Skirts helped prevent that problem and that the film was only partially effective. Does anyone else have actual experience with that? I Factory ordered the moulded wheel flaps when I ordered the car in anticipation of the problem. Car is due mid-march so I have no experience yet.
01-17-2015, 05:48 PM
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In the past, APSIS (a vendor) has produced splash guards that are larger than stock units (from GM as after-purchase options). I saw these on their site, and they do look large enough to help---how much hey will help I don't know but it could do the job. But they look stylish and appropriate to me on the car.
http://apsisusa.com/-%20-%20C7%20Cor...dex%20Page.htm
http://apsisusa.com/-%20-%20C7%20Cor...dex%20Page.htm
01-17-2015, 06:17 PM
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I read in another Forum Post that someone said that Side Skirts helped prevent that problem and that the film was only partially effective. Does anyone else have actual experience with that? I Factory ordered the moulded wheel flaps when I ordered the car in anticipation of the problem. Car is due mid-march so I have no experience yet.
01-17-2015, 10:21 PM
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The guy up here in Jacksonville charges a fair rate. I don't know how much a Vette would be but he commented to me about the fact that he knows the guys doing Xpel in south florida charge a lot just because they can. He did the front of our pearl white Highlander. Great job.
Might be worth a day trip up here to get it done.
http://clearbraofjax.com/
Might be worth a day trip up here to get it done.
http://clearbraofjax.com/
01-17-2015, 10:35 PM
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Had the full front, fenders, door jams, lower doors, rear quarters, lights done for $1,600. The hood will get done in spring, for another $400, as the 3M Pro was pretty new when I had it done and my dealer didn't have the wide roll yet to do it in one piece. Only 800 miles before it was put away for winter. The dealer I use has done work for me before and said he will replace any piece I'm not totally happy with no questions.
01-18-2015, 02:12 AM
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I just had mine done with xpel ultimate. $1900 which covered the whole front all the way back to the mirrors (hood, fenders, bumper, head lights,.....) The installer did a great job. I was surprised to see at his shop 3 new McLaren P1, two New Lamborghini and Ferrari LA Ferrari. I was very impressed with his work. I later learned that installed a clear bra on Jay Leno P1.
01-18-2015, 03:16 PM
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The rocker panels were an additional $ 325, but I do not know if that included the rear fender area behind the rear wheels.
01-19-2015, 10:25 AM
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01-19-2015, 05:12 PM
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Got a quote for Suntek here in AZ and it was $1000 for front fenders, mirrors, front of rear wheel well and side of rear. Think another $200 for full rockers. The installer said they prefer Suntek because it's eaiser to work with. Expel rep says that's because it's thinner. Also said Suntek would yellow.
Have not had an Expel quote but seems it's usually more expensive. Gotta pay for all the advertising.
Have not had an Expel quote but seems it's usually more expensive. Gotta pay for all the advertising.
01-19-2015, 10:49 PM
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Just remember it is not possible to wrap EVERY edge on the C7. There are areas film cannot be wrapped into without removing the panels. I am just pointing this out because you are new to the product.
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Buyer beware.
Hi everyone,
I just ordered my new Black 2LT Coupe. I have been reading about many members using a protective film. I live in Punta Gorda Florida, retired and this will be the car I drive everyday, putting on about 8,000 miles per year. I wanted to research it before I got the car in the latter part of March.
Does anyone have a recommendation for XPEL or 3M. Is one better than the other? Are there any other considerations?
I got a quote from a local shop for XPEL for the Full Front up to the doors for $ 2,000 and the Rocker Panels $ 325. Does this sould like a fair price? If anyone lives in the region from Naples to Sarasota, I would be interested in any shops locally you would recommend. Thanks for your help!
Barry
I just ordered my new Black 2LT Coupe. I have been reading about many members using a protective film. I live in Punta Gorda Florida, retired and this will be the car I drive everyday, putting on about 8,000 miles per year. I wanted to research it before I got the car in the latter part of March.
Does anyone have a recommendation for XPEL or 3M. Is one better than the other? Are there any other considerations?
I got a quote from a local shop for XPEL for the Full Front up to the doors for $ 2,000 and the Rocker Panels $ 325. Does this sould like a fair price? If anyone lives in the region from Naples to Sarasota, I would be interested in any shops locally you would recommend. Thanks for your help!
Barry