Jaguar Is Done My XKR Convertible wrapped

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May 14, 2014 | 06:54 AM

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RedRider48

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I can't recall the specific name, but 3M has a sprayable product for te DIY'fers in the group. I'm thinking of testing it on the front valance, dog legs, and rockers of my mustang.
Thought I'd show her off a little, since I don't yet have my XKR in house.

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May 14, 2014 | 07:17 AM

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Gray XK

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Originally Posted by RedRider48

It's gorgeous. Are you talking about the Plasti-Dip stuff?

A guy on our motorcycle forum just did the wheels on his Mini a few weeks ago and I have to say, it looks really good from the pictures. Seems fairly simple to do as well.

May 14, 2014 | 11:17 AM

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No it is is called 3M paint defender

It is basically a spray on clear bra and supposedly last up to 3 years.

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May 14, 2014 | 11:26 AM

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Gray XK

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Ah! I thought he was talking about a color change.

I might have to give that stuff a try.

May 14, 2014 | 04:05 PM

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No, not a Plastic Dip product. It was, a 3M product
Here it is :
3M Paint Defender Spray Film - AutoZone.com

May 14, 2014 | 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by lstford

it looks great very modern effect. How is the finnish up close?

wrap looks great up close
thanks

May 14, 2014 | 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by richzak

how about cost? What is the quality of work? Were items like the mirrors, headlights etc removed to complete the wrap? What do the inside of the door jams look like? When you lift the bonnet/hood, can you see the old paint color? How about the inside of trunk...can you see the gray paint along the inside of the rear quarters?

What type of guarantee did the wrapper provide, if any? Waht brand of wrap product did you use?

Photos can't show the real outcome of the wrap. It does look nice.

ok too many questions wrap looks great $3400 everything was removed nose , mirrors lights etc.. Thanks

May 14, 2014 | 08:47 PM

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Thanks love the look

May 14, 2014 | 08:49 PM

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Powder coated the stock chrome carelia wheels

May 14, 2014 | 08:51 PM

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Wrap is not for everyone not a perfect art will always have some imperfections, i am very happy with the outcome wanted a sporty euro look and i got it , im in the business and will sell this car in the near future and i can bring it back ot stock if i want ,

May 14, 2014 | 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaguarxkr1

Wrapped in Avery Pearl , with Carbon Fiber Accents , Got a Before and After pic . and some other pics . Would like to see some comments ,

I think it looks like a sports car now (Jaguar's GT3). I am biased somewhat with 3 white cars and the Harley that was matte black, now Carrera White.

That is a good price also. I have a customer in Miami that just had his Murcielago wrapped white (was black) for $3500.

Mike

May 14, 2014 | 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by liquid-chris

Damn....looks good from here.

Geez, if i was in New York and you were looking at me all the way from Oakland, I would look great too

May 14, 2014 | 10:40 PM

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A woman with a great sense of humor is indeed rare. Also being a gearhead puts you on my list of endangered species.

Thanks for being on the forum and your thoughtful and knowledgeable posts.

May 14, 2014 | 11:15 PM

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No it is is called 3M paint defender

It is basically a spray on clear bra and supposedly last up to 3 years.

Be sure to read the reviews before you buy and apply this crap. This stuff sells for about $23.00 per can. You get what you pay for.

Why would anyone want to put a product that costs $23.00 on a $100,000+ priced premium automobile.

May 15, 2014 | 06:31 AM

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Looks fantastic, especially with the black grilles, louvres and side vents. I also like that you kept the bottom lip below the lower front grille black too.

Any chance of some bigger pictures?

May 17, 2014 | 11:15 AM

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My partner had his 14 Aventador roadster front end done with a clear bra and it was $2300. Guess its all in what you view the value at.

May 17, 2014 | 11:51 AM

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My partner had his 14 Aventador roadster front end done with a clear bra and it was $2300. Guess its all in what you view the value at.

The cost of the end product for film shield for a clear bra is rather inexpensive. This is a labor intensive job, and takes someone that has experience in applying the product, thus the reasoning for an expensive job.

There can be no doubt that there can be no comparison between a $22.00 can of spary coating vs. the actual clear bra film product.

May 19, 2014 | 05:49 AM

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I inquired about this in Dubai too, the XK wrap would go up to 3200USD but with the sun here it is advised to only leave it for a max of 2 years.. so given price/time I decided to keep my silver looks..

(although I think it would be stunning in blue or so..)

May 19, 2014 | 09:45 AM

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Good decision........I live in the desert Southwest of the USA and our sun is a real killer on wood, vinyl, outdoor plastics etc. I am sure the intense sun would make the color in the wrap fade quickly.