I Put A Stinger On. Did I Cheapen My Car ?
10-23-2020, 08:40 PM
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I Put A Stinger On. Did I Cheapen My Car ?
It's the fade version. I don't know if I like it or not but I'm thinking these decals "cheapen" the car. Sorry if I offend anyone. I might keep it on for a little while but I'm annoyed that I am seeing water bubbles and it's hard to get them out. Most people ptobably wouldn't notice but I am a perfectionist in that regard. Anyway, here are the pics.
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10-25-2020, 10:33 AM
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New pic I took this morning.
10-23-2020, 08:49 PM
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Everyone has their preferences. Personally I prefer the Solid Carbon Flash Version.
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10-23-2020, 08:51 PM
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Yes. You made a mistake.
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10-23-2020, 08:55 PM
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Like someone said a personal preference but I think it looks good and changes up the solid color.
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10-23-2020, 08:56 PM
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If I can get the water bubbles out of it I'll keep it on. I like the stripe but when it's not perfect it's no good. I don't recommend doing these things on your own. Took 2 of us to handle this thing and get it centered after 50 tries.
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10-23-2020, 09:07 PM
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Something to consider before you rip it off is if you let the car sit out in the sun for a while, a lot, if not all, of those bubbles will disappear. Talk to a shop that installs vinyl wraps and they can guide you on the bubble removal.
As said, the stinger is a personal preference but IMO, it looks very good on the car. But, do what makes you feel better on your choice.
As said, the stinger is a personal preference but IMO, it looks very good on the car. But, do what makes you feel better on your choice.
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10-23-2020, 09:10 PM
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FWIW, that has been my experience with decals.
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10-23-2020, 09:15 PM
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I love the concept, but if it's not perfectly installed, then, no.
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10-23-2020, 09:33 PM
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I put one on the hood of my 19 z06... thought it made it look more kiddish, so i took it of immediately and stuck it to the garage wall, where it still sticks
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10-23-2020, 09:42 PM
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Huh ? 
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10-23-2020, 09:45 PM
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That was my 3,000th post, btw. 
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No, you didn't. It looks good to me! 
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Honestly if it came painted from the factory I would want one 100% but the sticker does cheapen it in my honest opinion. I would have probably paid $1000 if it was a painted option when I built my car but would not take the sticker for free. Your car your choice but I would peel it right off if it was me. 