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Originally Posted by natv Thanks guys, XPEL does look much better with it's self-healing ability and its warranty. I can see this getting very expensive, the local authorized installer is

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Old 06-29-2015, 10:42 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Thanks guys, XPEL does look much better with it's self-healing ability and its warranty.

I can see this getting very expensive, the local authorized installer is closed today but they have pricing on their web site (for the kits only, labor is additional) and wow this can add up to to a lot, especially if I do the full hood.

Without labor, a partial Hood, Fender and Mirror Kit is $269.95, but the kit with the Full hood, full fender and mirror is close to $1000, and then I'd still need the bumper kit which is $439.00.

So basically would be looking at $1439 for full hood/fenders/bumper + whatever installation costs \O/

Or with the bikini hood/fenders and bumper, $720 + installation.


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The prices on the website are retail pricing for the kits, installers usually have a plotter and the kits are cut on a roll of film from our DAP system. That way they fit the car precisely and there is NO cutting the film on your vehicle

As far as pricing goes, this is a generic pricing guide...as prices can vary depending on your area.

For a list of all the installers in your area, you can always check our XPEL Dealer Locator

For a partial front end. This includes 18-24” up the hood and fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights. This ranges from $795 - $1,000.
Option1_BikinHoodFendersMirrorsBumper.jpg

For a full front it can range between from $1,795 - $2,100. This includes the entire hood and front fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights.
Option2_FullHoodFendersMirrorsBumper.jpg

For the full car it can range between from $1,795 - $2,100. This includes the entire hood and front fenders, front bumper, mirrors, doors, body, rear bumper, roof(if applicable) and sometimes headlights.
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thats the major factor to overcome is the initial price point, many people argue against clear bras and rather get a re-spray every few years. IMO no matter the price XPEL Ultimate is worth every penny. As to those prices I cannot remember how much I actually paid but I personally would suggest finding a shop that uses full sheets vs precut.
Once again I firmly stand behind full vs bikini, its just me, if you keep the line clean I guess its not as noticeable but still not a fan.
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Thanks for the replies everyone.

I'm going to go with 3M Ventureshield as I can't afford to spend nearly double on XPEL, even if it is a bit better.
From other forums I've seen good things about 3M Ventureshield as well (posts from people with Porsches, Corvettes, etc)


Now I'm paranoid driving until I get it installed on Thursday. Am I better off taking roads versus the highway to get to work? I'm staying away from trucks currently on the highway.

I don't drive that much slower on the non-highways and if anything there might be more road debris than on the highway..
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Thanks for the replies everyone.

I'm going to go with 3M Ventureshield as I can't afford to spend nearly double on XPEL, even if it is a bit better.
From other forums I've seen good things about 3M Ventureshield as well (posts from people with Porsches, Corvettes, etc)


Now I'm paranoid driving until I get it installed on Thursday. Am I better off taking roads versus the highway to get to work? I'm staying away from trucks currently on the highway.

I don't drive that much slower on the non-highways and if anything there might be more road debris than on the highway..

just make sure stay a distance from the trucks...

I will suggest the following:

1) bumper
2) full hood
3) A pillars
4) side mirror
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Thanks for the replies everyone.

I'm going to go with 3M Ventureshield as I can't afford to spend nearly double on XPEL, even if it is a bit better.
From other forums I've seen good things about 3M Ventureshield as well (posts from people with Porsches, Corvettes, etc)


Now I'm paranoid driving until I get it installed on Thursday. Am I better off taking roads versus the highway to get to work? I'm staying away from trucks currently on the highway.

I don't drive that much slower on the non-highways and if anything there might be more road debris than on the highway..
I did not drive my car period until the appointment.
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I did not drive my car period until the appointment.
I had to drive back from North Vegas when I bought it. Talk about nervous!
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I had to drive back from North Vegas when I bought it. Talk about nervous!
on a serious note, for cross country, definitely try the painter's tape blue. (no joke) it really works well.
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a cheaper homedepot mod is to get painter's blue to do this.




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xpel ultimate is wat i use on my Z.
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I'll never just do a portion of my car. Next time, it's clear bra on the entire car.

I did front bumper and 1/3 hood and rocks seem to skip the first 1/3 and hit the 2/3 and then they also hit the doors, etc.

Will be pricey, but worth it to keep scratches off of my paint. Will make washing easier too.
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i even clearbra my RC cars..
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I've seen various recommendations here to get a clear bra (i.e 3m Ventureshield) as soon as possible after buying your car.

I called a place that does it (they are about a 30 min drive from me so I have't seen this on any cars yet) and asked them how it would look on a pearl white, the guy did say that it shows more on pearl white than other colors.


Anyone here have a clear bra on a pearl white? I'm concerned not only about the lines showing but also I've read it makes the car look dull.
I have clear bra on mine, 24K miles. Not dull, no bubbles, looks brand new. I will say this though, be careful paste waxing your car though, sometimes the paste gets in the crease and overtime could cause it to show more. My car is black though. Black cars show EVERYTHING so if it work on black it will DEF work on white, IMO

(you paste UP TO the crease...just avoiding that guy who thinks i'm saying you wax the bra lolol)
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For everyone considering using blue painters tape, we actually sell a product called TracWrap. Its 9 mil thick, where as blue painters tape is usually 1-2 mil thick. I don't know if you'd be able to get your hands on it before your installation, but its a great temporary product.

TracWrap is a temporary, clear film that protects your vehicles paint while driving to a car show, at a track event, in tow, and more. Using an air channel adhesive the user can install this product wet, dry, in the wind, and on the spot. Its a great alternative to blue painters tape, and much thicker, plus not to mention less visible. TracWrap is made with a special adhesive so you can pull it off without leaving bits of plastic or glue behind.

For more information about TracWrap click: Temporary protective film you can install like a professional...TRACWRAP by XPEL protective film
To purchase TracWrap please click: Buy: Tracwrap | Products

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For everyone considering using blue painters tape, we actually sell a product called TracWrap. Its 9 mil thick, where as blue painters tape is usually 1-2 mil thick. I don't know if you'd be able to get your hands on it before your installation, but its a great temporary product.

TracWrap is a temporary, clear film that protects your vehicles paint while driving to a car show, at a track event, in tow, and more. Using an air channel adhesive the user can install this product wet, dry, in the wind, and on the spot. Its a great alternative to blue painters tape, and much thicker, plus not to mention less visible. TracWrap is made with a special adhesive so you can pull it off without leaving bits of plastic or glue behind.

For more information about TracWrap click: Temporary protective film you can install like a professional...TRACWRAP by XPEL protective film
To purchase TracWrap please click: Buy: Tracwrap | Products

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I just bought some of this for my first track day , can't wait to try it out.

on another note. do you have any custom rolls? i want to do the entire hood of my 2014 dodge viper but do not want seams. dirt catchers is what i call them. anyway to get a roll that will cover that much area without the need for seams?
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I just bought some of this for my first track day , can't wait to try it out.

on another note. do you have any custom rolls? i want to do the entire hood of my 2014 dodge viper but do not want seams. dirt catchers is what i call them. anyway to get a roll that will cover that much area without the need for seams?
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Unfortunately no, the biggest width it comes in is 18"
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