Did you skip XPEL?

[Draper]

Originally Posted by te37

You answered the question yourself, you're leasing. But if someone runs into you and scrapes your bumper, you can pull off the Xpel and have a scratch free surface... big plus if you get dinged for returning a beat up leased car.

Good point.

Originally Posted by apexit

If the expel gets hit it will likely save the bumper if its minor stuff but then you need to rewrap it, costs about the same if not more.

True - no real savings to be had if you need to replace a piece.

Originally Posted by MaynardZed

I bought my car 2 years so I did Suntek which I'm very happy with. I screwed up forgetting to do the rocker panels though.

Any pics of your rockers? Would love to see what they look like after 2 years.

Originally Posted by Tinilp

I'd skip it since your on a lease. Any chips should be covered under normal wear and tear. If you were buying on the other hand I would install it. I bought but didn't put Xpel and am honestly regretting not doing it.

Are you chips on the front or sides? Any pics?

Originally Posted by Sassicaia

I purchased my F80, and even paid extra for the SMB paint. The only reason Im considering not getting it done is because I'm worried it might make the paint not look as good with it on. In the end ill probably get it done when it arrives, but im still kind of on the fence.

It won't probably be noticeable by most, but you'll always be able to tell a difference between the parts that have Xpel and the ones that don't. I guess the only solution for that is to do the whole car.

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

Yep, sure did!

How long has it been? Are you happy?

[SMC23]

It's leased why bother. If you are owning the car for the long term then yes

[Sassicaia]

Originally Posted by Draper

It won't probably be noticeable by most, but you'll always be able to tell a difference between the parts that have Xpel and the ones that don't. I guess the only solution for that is to do the whole car.

So if I did the whole car, and put it next to a car with the same colour that wasnt done what would be the difference? Does it make the colour pop less, or wash out in anyway?

[landshark99]

I just did the full front on my new M3, had it on my last car, 3 years on the car and the front was perfect

[Draper]

Originally Posted by Sassicaia

So if I did the whole car, and put it next to a car with the same colour that wasnt done what would be the difference? Does it make the colour pop less, or wash out in anyway?

You probably won't notice a difference between cars, but you would notice a difference between adjacent panels on the same car. Or maybe you wouldn't...depends on your eye for things like that.

[Alvinized52]

I decided to Xpel... But with Stealth to change the look. My car is leased under my biz so I can pay the car down and write it off.... But I plan to buy after lease end. Im in the same boat as you in terms of mileage per year. Im currently barely at 5k miles with my 1st yr anniversary on Sept 1st.

To each his own on this one! Im reading comments above and many may say its a lease.... So Therefore its a waste of $$. If thats the case, then why bother being in this site at all if you dont plan on spending $$ modding what so ever. My point is, you're going to spend some money on a lot of useless mods that wont add any value to this car... At least Xpel has a real purpose that works! Its saved my front a few times and well worth the piece of mind for me. The thing is, most wished they had it when its too late. Plus Stealth made my car looks so sick!!! Its my favorite mod and no regrets here. More pics of my build on my thread link below my signature.

[///M4ster Yoda]

Originally Posted by Alvinized52

I decided to Xpel... But with Stealth to change the look. My car is leased under my biz so I can pay the car down and write it off.... But I plan to buy after lease end. Im in the same boat as you in terms of mileage per year. Im currently barely at 5k miles with my 1st yr anniversary on Sept 1st.

To each his own on this one! Im reading comments above and many may say its a lease.... So Therefore its a waste of $$. If thats the case, then why bother being in this site at all if you dont plan on spending $$ modding what so ever. My point is, you're going to spend some money on a lot of useless mods that wont add any value to this car... At least Xpel has a real purpose that works! Its saved my front a few times and well worth the piece of mind for me. The thing is, most wished they had it when its too late. Plus Stealth made my car looks so sick!!! Its my favorite mod and no regrets here. More pics of my build on my thread link below my signature.

Car looks sick! Love the wheels. Reminds me of the 313s I had on my 335is.

[RowanBuds]

Might be difficult to see, but my xpel just saved my hood from this nasty thing right on a crease.

[Draper]

Originally Posted by Alvinized52

I decided to Xpel... But with Stealth to change the look. My car is leased under my biz so I can pay the car down and write it off.... But I plan to buy after lease end. Im in the same boat as you in terms of mileage per year. Im currently barely at 5k miles with my 1st yr anniversary on Sept 1st.

To each his own on this one! Im reading comments above and many may say its a lease.... So Therefore its a waste of $$. If thats the case, then why bother being in this site at all if you dont plan on spending $$ modding what so ever. My point is, you're going to spend some money on a lot of useless mods that wont add any value to this car... At least Xpel has a real purpose that works! Its saved my front a few times and well worth the piece of mind for me. The thing is, most wished they had it when its too late. Plus Stealth made my car looks so sick!!! Its my favorite mod and no regrets here. More pics of my build on my thread link below my signature.

Ugh, now I need to go and re-order one in SSII and do full stealth. This is getting expensive.

But seriously, I agree with you. You're paying to keep the car perfect while you have it...whether you lease or own doesn't really matter since it's unlikely you'll get much (if any) of that money back either way.

[snareman]

I've thought about it would love to do it on my car, but I think I've come to the conclusion that over the 3 years I have the car there is going to be some wear to the front bumper and maybe the hood that you can see from up close, but from a distance you really can't tell at all. I guess I've decided that that is an acceptable thing for my lease and I'll spend that 2-3k on the other mods I want to add.

[09E92M34ME]

Originally Posted by Alvinized52

I decided to Xpel... But with Stealth to change the look. My car is leased under my biz so I can pay the car down and write it off.... But I plan to buy after lease end. Im in the same boat as you in terms of mileage per year. Im currently barely at 5k miles with my 1st yr anniversary on Sept 1st.

To each his own on this one! Im reading comments above and many may say its a lease.... So Therefore its a waste of $$. If thats the case, then why bother being in this site at all if you dont plan on spending $$ modding what so ever. My point is, you're going to spend some money on a lot of useless mods that wont add any value to this car... At least Xpel has a real purpose that works! Its saved my front a few times and well worth the piece of mind for me. The thing is, most wished they had it when its too late. Plus Stealth made my car looks so sick!!! Its my favorite mod and no regrets here. More pics of my build on my thread link below my signature.

How much does the entire car wrapped in stealth minus custom stuff cost? Ballpark? It looks awesome BTW.

[nicknaz]

i skipped it since I did euro delivery and didn't want to bother finding someone in Germany to XPEL the car.

I'm also concerned in the long term about the film discoloring or otherwise being a pain to remove from the car

[///M///]

Most folks on here sell turn their cars back in 2-3 years.IMO no point in wasting money on Xpel to avoid a few rock chips,etc. In no way does that affect resale either.

[Dereleek]

Originally Posted by Draper

Thanks - that was kind of my thought as well.

Ha, probably a must then if you tend to tailgate logging trucks.

Even with purchasing I think the real value comes mainly from keeping the car in good shape while you own it. You're not going to get your money back when it comes time to sell.

If I was going to keep the car for 5+ years it would probably be more of a no-brainer.

That's what I've heard. At this point it's XPEL or nothing for me.

Let me know if you want to split the PayPal fees.

The quote I got was ~$2,300 for full front, a pillars, handles, side skirts, and partial rear rockers. Fully wrapped edges, which would take 3 days to install. That's what I would do if I end up doing anything.

It's a daily for me as well, and while I always think I'm going to have time to detail it every weekend to keep it in pristine condition - I know the reality of having 3 young kids is going to slap me in the face sooner or later.

I assume you're content with the wear and infrequent paint touch up so far?

I'm also in Denver...which dealership did you go through (Schomp/Murray)? Also, was your Xpel quote with Kirby @ Colorado Clear Bra? If so, his work is top notch and he's a good dude.

[Arcades]

Originally Posted by nicknaz

i skipped it since I did euro delivery and didn't want to bother finding someone in Germany to XPEL the car.

I'm also concerned in the long term about the film discoloring or otherwise being a pain to remove from the car

That was my primary concern about it honestly and when i did my research along with speaking with Eric from Envious Detailing. He basically told me what I had found out through online.

Regardless of the promised 10 year warranty on XPel Ultimate, it would still yellow within 5 years give or take depending on how much you drive. The same can be said with Suntek PPF-C. Eric also said, like a lot of installers said, they prefer installing Suntek PPF-C because it is easier to handle and it is basically the same with Xpel Ultimate. Xpel Ultimate is apparently thicker, which I did mention, but he replied it is basically from the adhesive.

So even though I had my eyes settled on Xpel Ultimate, I ended up doing Suntek PPF-C from Eric's suggestion and I haven't looked back. Suntek PPF-C is glossier and I don't notice it unlike Justin's car when I do notice a Xpel Ultimate because of it's texture.

[RickFLM4]

^ You'll see yellowing on white cars and the manufacturer will replace the film if it yellows during the warranty period. My last car as white and Xpel replaced the film under warranty when it yellowed.

[Draper]

Originally Posted by Dereleek

I'm also in Denver...which dealership did you go through (Schomp/Murray)? Also, was your Xpel quote with Kirby @ Colorado Clear Bra? If so, his work is top notch and he's a good dude.

Yep, Kirby seems like the man to see if you want Xpel in Denver.

For the car I actually ended up at Co's due to availability and pricing. Too bad since I live about a mile from Schomp.

[Alvinized52]

Originally Posted by 09E92M34ME

How much does the entire car wrapped in stealth minus custom stuff cost? Ballpark? It looks awesome BTW.

Actually, mine is both with Stealth and Ultimate... Plus custom black vinyls. Whole car is wrapped including roof, mirrors, and even black window trims... And spilitters. Mine cost total $5k. But typically, full wrap cost anywhere from $3500- $6k depending on installer. Mine was the best in town IMO cuz he had OCD so i was in good hands. Lol!

[Arcades]

Originally Posted by RickFLM4

^ You'll see yellowing on white cars and the manufacturer will replace the film if it yellows during the warranty period. My last car as white and Xpel replaced the film under warranty when it yellowed.

Yah I figured. I'm not sure the longevity at the moment but as I don't drive my M4 often so am not worried as of yet.

[SMC23]

I will be doing a full wrap on my BSM M3.

Already have Trakktape ready for ED.

[nicknaz]

Originally Posted by Arcades

Yah I figured. I'm not sure the longevity at the moment but as I don't drive my M4 often so am not worried as of yet.

I didn't realize it was warrantied and would be replaced. My car is white so it would show.

What do you all think about vinyl vs. xpel ?

[Arcades]

Originally Posted by nicknaz

I didn't realize it was warrantied and would be replaced. My car is white so it would show.

What do you all think about vinyl vs. xpel ?

Vinyl would be safer even though it won't last nearly as long. (Not even close.)

But when it comes to Xpel Ultimate and Suntek PPF-C they are pretty much are the same aside from how they would both look on cars and warranty. Xpel is 10 years, Suntek if 5. They would also generally start yellowing roughly at the same time if they both are driven and applied at the same time. Eric told me yes 10 years is long but most if not all Xpel Ultimate would need to be re-applied before 5 years or around 5 years, so Suntek's warranty isn't bad. Just... 10 years warranty looks better.

I'm not huge on vinyl wrapping tbh. I might Gloss Black wrap my roof, that is about it. But Eric (Envious Detailing) told me if I Gloss Black wrap my roof, it would last only a few months but I didn't research on that too much so.

Edit: Although, kkakonn has a Mustang now and he has wrapped his car multiple times already so... Probably ask him.