Who has Wrapped their car? Good? Bad?
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 87
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
2009 Merc C63, 2009 GL320 bluetec
Who has Wrapped their car? Good? Bad?
Guys,
Seeing that I'm in for some repair to the front and rear with my colission. I was thinking of wraping my car for a change of look? What is the cost, maintenance? anyone with good and bad experiences?
Thanks
Craig
Seeing that I'm in for some repair to the front and rear with my colission. I was thinking of wraping my car for a change of look? What is the cost, maintenance? anyone with good and bad experiences?
Thanks
Craig
Super Member
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 665
Likes: 0
2010 C63, 2014 E63
i recently got mine wrapped matte orange. its been like that for almost a month now its just normal wash no wax. the only hassle is first 2-3 weeks your gonna have to bring it to them to fix air bubbles or anything that doesnt look right. ive also seen the place i got mine wrapped uninstall wraps that theyve installed about 2-3 years ago and no damage on the paint. and this was a f430 scuderia wrapped in matte silver, porsche gt3 and a subaru sti
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 480
Likes: 0
From: LA, CA
C63, CLS550, CLK BS, Sprinter Passenger Van, Odyssey
I am feeling the orange!
i recently got mine wrapped matte orange. its been like that for almost a month now its just normal wash no wax. the only hassle is first 2-3 weeks your gonna have to bring it to them to fix air bubbles or anything that doesnt look right. ive also seen the place i got mine wrapped uninstall wraps that theyve installed about 2-3 years ago and no damage on the paint. and this was a f430 scuderia wrapped in matte silver, porsche gt3 and a subaru sti
Trending Topics
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 2,049
Likes: 2
W204
A wrap is 4k - 6k depending on the job and type of vinyl.
I wrapped my car and it was great! But matte look is kinda played out now I loved mine.....
Also don't dip your car... people who do that aint that bright.
http://g35nyc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36385
I wrapped my car and it was great! But matte look is kinda played out now I loved mine.....
Also don't dip your car... people who do that aint that bright.
http://g35nyc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36385
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 2,391
Likes: 2
From: VA
e36 318i, 2004 sti
I have messed with plasti dip and have never had that problem. You can also get a kit now to use a spray gun instead of a rattle can. Also a pressure washer on high is most likely not the best way to remove it.. I have always been able to remove plasti dip in big pieces.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,105
Likes: 24
From: NYC/NJ
2022 E53 SG
I've used Plastidip in the past. The main issue is that it has a rubbery feel to it and attracts dust and lint which would stick to it real good. Won't even come off if you spray it down with a hose.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 1,466
Likes: 3
2012 C63 2015 C300 sport
I've used and I still have some parts plasti diped on my car...the grille and the rear trim. They look ok but I would never recommend it for a car. the texture doesnt look anywhere near as good as wrap. it looks rubbery, not matte. but for small pieces its fine, especially from a far distance.
I also recently wrapped my LED strip on my bumper with 3m vinyl and you can see a big difference between that and my plasti dipped grill. I would wrap my grill but I dont have the skills to pull that off yet haha.
oh and I have a friend who bought the spray kit and did his whole charger, it still doesnt look to good
I also recently wrapped my LED strip on my bumper with 3m vinyl and you can see a big difference between that and my plasti dipped grill. I would wrap my grill but I dont have the skills to pull that off yet haha.
oh and I have a friend who bought the spray kit and did his whole charger, it still doesnt look to good
Super Member
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 893
Likes: 48
SLS
I will be doing a matte SatinGuard wrap when my C63BS arrives. The guys at Premier will be doing it for me (thankfully they are local). They're on this board and can address any questions you might have.
It comes in just one color (colorless) but it protects whereas vinyl doesn't.
It comes in just one color (colorless) but it protects whereas vinyl doesn't.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 2,257
Likes: 10
From: Los Angeles
2009 C63
Super Member
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 529
Likes: 5
PORSCHE PANAMERA TURBO LAMBORGHINI GALLARDO SL600 E55 BRABUS*SOLD*
Advice
spend the 2k and get a proper vinyl wrap. the plasti dip stuff= you get what you pay for. I've seen it done in person on two different cars, i was less than impressed even for the $250 total cost.
My E55 now matte white/ with carbom fiber moldings/carbon fiber mirrors ..... from glossy white original
spend the 2k and get a proper vinyl wrap. the plasti dip stuff= you get what you pay for. I've seen it done in person on two different cars, i was less than impressed even for the $250 total cost.
My E55 now matte white/ with carbom fiber moldings/carbon fiber mirrors ..... from glossy white original
Last edited by AZBENZ-CTSV; Sep 2, 2012 at 12:50 PM.
