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My Obsidian Black and Circuit Red RC F!

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Old 11-22-14, 08:30 AM
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Looks great, congrats!
Old 11-22-14, 08:48 AM
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Thanks! Wish I was closer so I can stop by and see them work their magic! I heard Pepi and his crew is amazing at what they do, so I went with the best!
Yeah. I have been going to them for 10 years. I am picky and they are immaculate. Your car is covered up everywhere they work. The interior is taped off so no water runs onto the panels when the tint is being put on. We were trying to figure out the best way to get to the rear window because the rear headrests are not removable.
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Originally Posted by IS350S
Estimated to be around 5.3K with the xpel ultimate, tints, and trim wrap. There are no design templates out for the RC/RC F so it is going to be a custom cut design. I should have it back on Sunday. Pics to come!
Ouch. I had no idea xpel was so pricey. Guess it's worth it, but what's your rationale for doing it? Is it that it lasts for a long time? Mostly to avoid rock chips?
Old 11-22-14, 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by NewSpace
Ouch. I had no idea xpel was so pricey. Guess it's worth it, but what's your rationale for doing it? Is it that it lasts for a long time? Mostly to avoid rock chips?
I live in PA and I travel back and forth to FL pretty often. I am planning to do a road trip with the RC F a few times a year, so protection is a must! XPEL Ultimate carries a 10 year warranty on film and labor, so $500/yr investment from rock chips is not bad at all!
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Originally Posted by IS350S
I live in PA and I travel back and forth to FL pretty often. I am planning to do a road trip with the RC F a few times a year, so protection is a must! XPEL Ultimate carries a 10 year warranty on film and labor, so $500/yr investment from rock chips is not bad at all!
Good Point and thanks for sharing. Enjoy that beast!
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looks amazing.

base/standard rims ftw!
Old 11-22-14, 07:09 PM
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Congrats and yes the base wheels are the best, definitely the Joe Z treatment is a must...

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Old 11-23-14, 06:55 AM
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Perfect color/wheel combo!!
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Base BBS Wheels have been winning since Day 1

Congrats..!!

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Thanks all!

Put about 100 miles on the car today and push it very hard! The ride is very comfortable and the acceleration is always there when you need it! Every time the engine downshifts, there is a big grin on my face! Updated pics of the install on the first post!
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Originally Posted by IS350S
Thanks all!

Put about 100 miles on the car today and push it very hard! The ride is very comfortable and the acceleration is always there when you need it! Every time the engine downshifts, there is a big grin on my face! Updated pics of the install on the first post!
Looks awesome!
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Congrats! Looks great so far.

Your location says PA but based on the pictures and you buying from JM Lexus, I assume you're in South Florida?

If yes, who did your vinyl on the chrome window trim.
On the IS F, the chrome trim was thin enough that I was able to use the same tape that Mini Cooper owners use for the chrome trim that goes all the way around their cars.

But the RC F trim is much bigger.

Edit: Nevermind. I see it says Auto Supershield
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IS350S, knowing how much work is involved in keeping a black car looking good, since it shows everything, will this special wrap make it easier to maintain? Thanks.
Old 11-24-14, 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by PCW
IS350S, knowing how much work is involved in keeping a black car looking good, since it shows everything, will this special wrap make it easier to maintain? Thanks.
No maintenance required. Had my entire front wrapped in suntek today and since it turned out so well, I made an appointment to do the rest of the car. Don't have to be worried or careful when washing your car or ever take it to a detailer.
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Originally Posted by boriii
No maintenance required. Had my entire front wrapped in suntek today and since it turned out so well, I made an appointment to do the rest of the car. Don't have to be worried or careful when washing your car or ever take it to a detailer.
Don't know much about Suntek. Why did you chose it over xpel, or others?


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