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      09-15-2020, 11:33 AM   #23
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I am actually a part time wrap installer myself and been wrapping for quite some time. Wrapping your car wouldn't be to bad. After taking everything off (handles, mirrors, trims, guards, etc) it should be pretty achievable because our cars are pretty flat. Make sure you get at top vinyl cutters that has air release technology otherwise it's going to be a pain in the ass to remove those air bubbles. With the right material and the car disassembled, it shouldn't take longer than a week to be honest.

Shameless plug, but if you decide to take it to a shop, take a road trip down to SoCal Exotic Wraps in Irvine CA and we can assist you lol! Goodluck with your wrap
I suggest you get a preview of 3 M or Avery movie and try to cover some complex object that will resemble a bumper or a mirror before you go all in. It is incredibly difficult to do well, and even harder. Don't go out on the movie cheap. Chances are good that, when you remove it, it will leave all its adhesive behind on your vehicle. I've heard horror stories of seasoned shops spending two weeks in a car washing up all the adhesive after a bad film delaminated. Do it not. The tops are 3 M, and Avery. I 'd suggest 3 M directly, because I think it's easier to work with.

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      10-05-2020, 11:17 PM   #24
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Haha. Yeah, I decided against it. At this point, I've got over 136k miles on the clock and it's my DD. Not looking to drop hundreds on aesthetic stuff, much less over $1000.
Yea that's a pretty reasonable decision. Pretty big investment honestly.

Nice you're getting it up there - enjoy!
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