Vinyl Wrapping

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-08-2017, 11:02 AM

Do you guys think that $250 to wrap the roof of my 335 is a good price? Anyone have experience with vinyl wrap? If so, what should I look out for (brand, material type etc.)?

Busa1 · 10-08-2017, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

Do you guys think that $250 to wrap the roof of my 335 is a good price? Anyone have experience with vinyl wrap? If so, what should I look out for (brand, material type etc.)?

I've heard a roof wrap should be around $250 - $300. I was quoted $400 from 2 different places. Needless to say, I didn't get it done.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-08-2017, 01:08 PM

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Do you guys think that $250 to wrap the roof of my 335 is a good price? Anyone have experience with vinyl wrap? If so, what should I look out for (brand, material type etc.)?

I've heard a roof wrap should be around $250 - $300. I was quoted $400 from 2 different places. Needless to say, I didn't get it done.

Just got quoted $300 for the roof so I guess that?s a good price.

SpenceRx · 10-08-2017, 04:51 PM

Seems about right.

Calvin36 · 10-08-2017, 05:40 PM

What kinda wrap you doing?

Elcapitan8 · 10-08-2017, 05:42 PM

Like other said, on the low said of the range of prices unless you have a connect. Usually runs about $300. Just got my F32 EB done and love it.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-08-2017, 06:53 PM

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What kinda wrap you doing?

I?m going to do a gloss black roof to match the gloss black mirrors and trim on my sport line.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-08-2017, 06:58 PM

Might also replace the grills to all black as well:

Calvin36 · 10-08-2017, 07:59 PM

The grill is a must!! Not a fan of all the chrome. Do you have chrome door linings too?

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-08-2017, 08:05 PM

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The grill is a must!! Not a fan of all the chrome. Do you have chrome door linings too?

For sure. Nope, no chrome. Everything else on the car is gloss black.

jdr78569 · 10-08-2017, 08:05 PM

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Do you guys think that $250 to wrap the roof of my 335 is a good price? Anyone have experience with vinyl wrap? If so, what should I look out for (brand, material type etc.)?

3M and Avery are big brands. Theirs other brands that are great don't get me wrong but can go wrong with those 2. If your just wrapping your roof have you considered doing it yourself? Its small enough to get some good practice. Material isn't where the price gets high its the time and labor.

Just to wrap your roof in material shouldn't be more than 50-60 bucks depending not the material and type. Just takes some time and if you order enough u should have enough to do it again. Measure twice cut once. use a hairdryer or heat gun and your all set. I wrapped my F31

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-08-2017, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

Do you guys think that $250 to wrap the roof of my 335 is a good price? Anyone have experience with vinyl wrap? If so, what should I look out for (brand, material type etc.)?

3M and Avery are big brands. Theirs other brands that are great don't get me wrong but can go wrong with those 2. If your just wrapping your roof have you considered doing it yourself? Its small enough to get some good practice. Material isn't where the price gets high its the time and labor.

Just to wrap your roof in material shouldn't be more than 50-60 bucks depending not the material and type. Just takes some time and if you order enough u should have enough to do it again. Measure twice cut once. use a hairdryer or heat gun and your all set. I wrapped my F31

Honestly I?m open to try anything once, but this seems a little too difficult for me personally. I?d rather have a pro do it. I confirmed with the shop that they use 3M, so that?s a plus. Also, the price is pretty fair (got him down to $275) compared to a few other quotes I received. Went ahead and scheduled an appointment for 12PM tomorrow

jdr78569 · 10-08-2017, 08:37 PM

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Do you guys think that $250 to wrap the roof of my 335 is a good price? Anyone have experience with vinyl wrap? If so, what should I look out for (brand, material type etc.)?

3M and Avery are big brands. Theirs other brands that are great don't get me wrong but can go wrong with those 2. If your just wrapping your roof have you considered doing it yourself? Its small enough to get some good practice. Material isn't where the price gets high its the time and labor.

Just to wrap your roof in material shouldn't be more than 50-60 bucks depending not the material and type. Just takes some time and if you order enough u should have enough to do it again. Measure twice cut once. use a hairdryer or heat gun and your all set. I wrapped my F31

Honestly I?m open to try anything once, but this seems a little too difficult for me personally. I?d rather have a pro do it. I confirmed with the shop that they use 3M, so that?s a plus. Also, the price is pretty fair (got him down to $275) compared to a few other quotes I received. Went ahead and scheduled an appointment for 12PM tomorrow

That?s a good price, could always be free but for not having to lift a finger or worry that?s good. 3M is a good brand with good life span. Hope it turns out the way you were wanting it ??

WillSkill · 10-08-2017, 11:34 PM

I got mine wrapped for $300. $250 is a good price

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-09-2017, 11:39 AM

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I got mine wrapped for $300. $250 is a good price

I thought so as well. We had to postpone the install until tomorrow because of rain

turbocomppro · 10-10-2017, 12:47 AM

I was just quoted $285 by a local shop and it isn't even brand name vinyl. Needless to say, I will definitely attempt this myself. I saw a few videos on youtube and it really doesn't seem that hard. One thing I will say is that it will be a lot easier with 2 people. Also, don't peel the whole vinyl at once. Peel only the area you're working on. This way, it keeps the piece from sticking to each other.

Dang3r · 10-10-2017, 08:06 AM

I second that, plus I had to remove the antenna before because I dont want extra big cut outs for that.
Work was done within 3 hours total with cleaning, wrapping, removal/installation.

jdr78569 · 10-10-2017, 10:38 AM

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I was just quoted $285 by a local shop and it isn't even brand name vinyl. Needless to say, I will definitely attempt this myself. I saw a few videos on youtube and it really doesn't seem that hard. One thing I will say is that it will be a lot easier with 2 people. Also, don't peel the whole vinyl at once. Peel only the area you're working on. This way, it keeps the piece from sticking to each other.

Yeah id stay away from no name brands. Installation is the same just the longevity of the vinyl will make a difference. Yeah if you can get another set of hands it will make it easier you can even take all the backing off and put it on right just adjust. But you can always play it safe and do sections at a time.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-10-2017, 02:37 PM

Finally done, what do you guys think?

https://instagram.com/p/BaE-dq9AhZH/

Busa1 · 10-10-2017, 05:15 PM

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Finally done, what do you guys think?

https://instagram.com/p/BaE-dq9AhZH/

How come the 2 moldings on top weren't done? Unless you didn't want them to be? I think the wrap\roof would flow better IMHO.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 10-10-2017, 05:42 PM

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Finally done, what do you guys think?

https://instagram.com/p/BaE-dq9AhZH/

How come the 2 moldings on top weren't done? Unless you didn't want them to be? I think the wrap\roof would flow better IMHO.

I didn?t want them done. There are two openings (for roof rack accessories?) where the vinyl didn?t look good at all. Decided to leave it white because my OCD wouldn?t let me sleep if I knew it wasn?t perfect

Muwiee · 10-11-2017, 01:50 AM

For those interested in doing this project themselves, I highly recommend you doing it. The roof is one of the easiest to do. Just have a two step so you can stand closer to roof. Also try not to use heat. Doing cold pre stretch and the triangle method is the way to go. Look up wrap masters. I?ve wrapped plenty of cars(friends and family) and would say it?s easy to do and doesn?t take long. Also recommend 3m knifeless finish which gives you a clean cut line. Always a fun and rewarding project. No matter if you do it yourself or paying to get it done prep the surface and remove contaminates from pint before you seal them in.

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XxThe_RemedyXx Colonel 967 Rep 2,653 Posts Drives: 2016 340i xDrive Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	Vinyl Wrapping Do you guys think that $250 to wrap the roof of my 335 is a good price? Anyone have experience with vinyl wrap? If so, what should I look out for (brand, material type etc.)? __________________ 2016 340i xDrive - BM3 Stage 2 93 OTS - xHP Transmission Tune Stage 2 - B58TU HPFP - Bilstein B14 - VRSF Catless DP - Kyostar CAI
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Calvin36 Lieutenant Colonel 1062 Rep 1,876 Posts Drives: F30 335i M Sport Join Date: May 2017 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (2)	What kinda wrap you doing? __________________ Mine: BSM F30 335i M Sport Hers: AW F30 328i M Sport
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Elcapitan8 Enlisted Member 6 Rep 35 Posts Drives: 435i M Sport Coupe Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Juice County iTrader: (0)	Like other said, on the low said of the range of prices unless you have a connect. Usually runs about $300. Just got my F32 EB done and love it.
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XxThe_RemedyXx Colonel 967 Rep 2,653 Posts Drives: 2016 340i xDrive Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	Might also replace the grills to all black as well: Attached Images __________________ 2016 340i xDrive - BM3 Stage 2 93 OTS - xHP Transmission Tune Stage 2 - B58TU HPFP - Bilstein B14 - VRSF Catless DP - Kyostar CAI
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Calvin36 Lieutenant Colonel 1062 Rep 1,876 Posts Drives: F30 335i M Sport Join Date: May 2017 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (2)	The grill is a must!! Not a fan of all the chrome. Do you have chrome door linings too? __________________ Mine: BSM F30 335i M Sport Hers: AW F30 328i M Sport
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WillSkill First Lieutenant 172 Rep 370 Posts Drives: 2013 AW 335i Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: NY iTrader: (1) Garage List 2013 BMW F30 335I [0.00]	I got mine wrapped for $300. $250 is a good price __________________ 2013 Alpine White 335i -M Sport/// Akrapovic Catback Exhaust/// KW Street Comfort Coilovers/// BMS intake/// JB4/// ER front mount intercooler/// ER Charge pipe/// ER catless downpipe/// 18" Apex Arc-8 in Anthracite/// Michelin Pilot Super Sports
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turbocomppro First Lieutenant 59 Rep 305 Posts Drives: 2022 M340i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: El Monte, CA iTrader: (0)	I was just quoted $285 by a local shop and it isn't even brand name vinyl. Needless to say, I will definitely attempt this myself. I saw a few videos on youtube and it really doesn't seem that hard. One thing I will say is that it will be a lot easier with 2 people. Also, don't peel the whole vinyl at once. Peel only the area you're working on. This way, it keeps the piece from sticking to each other.
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Dang3r Schmollbraten 12512 Rep 1,985 Posts Drives: M4CPC // HP4 Comp. Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Liandri Central Core iTrader: (0)	I second that, plus I had to remove the antenna before because I dont want extra big cut outs for that. Work was done within 3 hours total with cleaning, wrapping, removal/installation. __________________ Citizen of ///M - Town, where too much is just right Some say, that my scrotum has its own small gravity field and when Im slowing down that brake lights come on at my buttox
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XxThe_RemedyXx Colonel 967 Rep 2,653 Posts Drives: 2016 340i xDrive Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	Finally done, what do you guys think? https://instagram.com/p/BaE-dq9AhZH/ Attached Images __________________ 2016 340i xDrive - BM3 Stage 2 93 OTS - xHP Transmission Tune Stage 2 - B58TU HPFP - Bilstein B14 - VRSF Catless DP - Kyostar CAI
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Muwiee Muwiee 19 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 07 335i '12 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: California, MD iTrader: (3) Garage List 2012 BMW/335i [0.00]	For those interested in doing this project themselves, I highly recommend you doing it. The roof is one of the easiest to do. Just have a two step so you can stand closer to roof. Also try not to use heat. Doing cold pre stretch and the triangle method is the way to go. Look up wrap masters. I?ve wrapped plenty of cars(friends and family) and would say it?s easy to do and doesn?t take long. Also recommend 3m knifeless finish which gives you a clean cut line. Always a fun and rewarding project. No matter if you do it yourself or paying to get it done prep the surface and remove contaminates from pint before you seal them in.
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