SLS/R197/C197 AMG: Clear Bra
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AMG SLS & S coupe
Clear Bra
No, my wife don't wear one. I'm talking about the 3M Clear Bra. The dealer is giving me a what they say is a good price, about $2,500. I seem to remember that they go for a whole lot less.
I'm not sure I even want it. However the first road pebble chip will make me sorry if I have no protection. (there I go again)
Anyone choose to go this route?
I'm not sure I even want it. However the first road pebble chip will make me sorry if I have no protection. (there I go again)
Anyone choose to go this route?
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From: Surabaya, Indonesia
SLS AMG 12' LeMans Red
since my car are only mostly driven for morning cruise and gathering with my club.
i chose this path, had 3M Venture shield, and since labor are very cheap back here, i had them printed out in SLS shapes already so just stick without cutting.
cost me $400 :p (no joke)
i chose this path, had 3M Venture shield, and since labor are very cheap back here, i had them printed out in SLS shapes already so just stick without cutting.
cost me $400 :p (no joke)
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I googled clear bras and found the price range to be between $800-$!200. I called my salesman and said I'd only pay $1,200 not $2250. After fifteen minutes he called me back and agreed to do it for my offer of $1,200. Cool!
They are going to do the whole hood at my request so as not to have a line across the hood where the bra ends. They're doing the fenders and mirrors too.
I'm just conflicted as to whether or not I really want it. It seems to take something away from the car. However, chips on the nose and hood are certainly unwanted.
Well I made the deal so I should do it. Of course I'll post photos of how it looks when it's done.
They are going to do the whole hood at my request so as not to have a line across the hood where the bra ends. They're doing the fenders and mirrors too.
I'm just conflicted as to whether or not I really want it. It seems to take something away from the car. However, chips on the nose and hood are certainly unwanted.
Well I made the deal so I should do it. Of course I'll post photos of how it looks when it's done.
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In my honest opinion i would not go for 3M. Especially on the SLS. They tend to yellow after a while and they don't have self healing that Xpel Ultimate has. I got a full package on my SLS and i could not be any happier. It is definitely better to pay extra for that premium film.
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In my honest opinion i would not go for 3M. Especially on the SLS. They tend to yellow after a while and they don't have self healing that Xpel Ultimate has. I got a full package on my SLS and i could not be any happier. It is definitely better to pay extra for that premium film.
I've been told that there have been improvements in the clear material over the years but I can't confirm that.
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I would not pay a penny over $1000, in fact you should be able to find it for $600-$900 depending on how much coverage you actually want. I had my wifes GL done, entire hood, bumper cover and front fenders for $900
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