Gloss Black Wrap Scratches? Wrap It!

[Platinum Child]

Tiag/ Black roof twins!

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by Z4inAZ

These cars really need the gloss roof, really makes the look. Never knew you could wrap over a wrap... wont the top layer effectively be "pulling" the bottom layer up the whole time?

I assume the body guy knows what hes doing though and I gotta say its pretty clever putting the clear protection film over the gloss roof. My fear with black roofs was always the same as yours - they scratch so easy its ridiculous. Very soft vinyl. But the protection film is so hard and it also gives it this nice depth. Phenomenal work, really great job. I love the Z4 coupes

The installer knew what he was doing but we gave ample time for it to dry before applying the clear bra. The vinyl went under the panel when possible or under mouldings. The clear bra was trimmed at the edges so don't think pulling will be an issue.

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by Platinum Child

Tiag/ Black roof twins!

A fellow Jersey owner too!

[GP20]

Out of curiosity, what would happen if the gloss black film and the clear film weren't installed on the same day?

And did your installer specifically instruct you to wax the roof prior the install? Almost every installer I've talked to said not to apply wax beforehand.

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by GP20

Out of curiosity, what would happen if the gloss black film and the clear film weren't installed on the same day?

And did your installer specifically instruct you to wax the roof prior the install? Almost every installer I've talked to said not to apply wax beforehand.

The clear bra need not be the same day, it just ensures the black wrap underneath remains unscratched. But I've seen gloss black on other cars and if you were to accidentally place your keys on it, it'll scratch instantly -- it's that sensitive.

And yes, he told me to prep the car, which was the same recommendation even when he applied a clear bra to my bumper months ago.

[CC1980]

love the gloss black look on the car, really adds that extra modern touch!

[Vanne]

love it!!, i wonder how that would look on an Imola.

[chickdr]

Originally Posted by Vanne

love it!!, i wonder how that would look on an Imola.

I think it would look great. Add black wheels and grills and the look is complete.

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by Vanne

love it!!, i wonder how that would look on an Imola.

Would look awesome if you ask me!

[herragge]

Originally Posted by 3002 Tii

The installer knew what he was doing but we gave ample time for it to dry before applying the clear bra. The vinyl went under the panel when possible or under mouldings. The clear bra was trimmed at the edges so don't think pulling will be an issue.

Can you take a pic of the margins on the side, where the door panels are? I just did this on your recommendation and it looks great, but only thing is it is tough to get the clear bra plastic to tuck underneath like the black vinyl does. I know you said that you trimmed it, so I was wondering what the margins look like because I can't seem to imagine cutting it without it looking completely obvious a thick layer exists on top of the black vinyl.

Would be much appreciated!!!

Cheers

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by herragge

Can you take a pic of the margins on the side, where the door panels are? I just did this on your recommendation and it looks great, but only thing is it is tough to get the clear bra plastic to tuck underneath like the black vinyl does. I know you said that you trimmed it, so I was wondering what the margins look like because I can't seem to imagine cutting it without it looking completely obvious a thick layer exists on top of the black vinyl.

Would be much appreciated!!!

Cheers

[herragge]

Thanks!!

[phoenixbmwlife]

I had a bad experience with these wraps. Two days ago I just took off my CF wrap on my roof. I bought it from ebay and first couple months it was great but after a while the wrap was flaking off an looked terrible. I think the guys that detail my car must have waxed it, and with it baking in the hot sun that caused it to deteriorate. Plus a combination of it probably being a cheap wrap and not the good 3M one really messed me up. Looks great but I wont do it again. If I want a glossy black roof I will paint it. If I want a carbon fiver one I will put real carbon fiber from now on.

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by K3N R3D

I had a bad experience with these wraps. Two days ago I just took off my CF wrap on my roof. I bought it from ebay and first couple months it was great but after a while the wrap was flaking off an looked terrible. I think the guys that detail my car must have waxed it, and with it baking in the hot sun that caused it to deteriorate. Plus a combination of it probably being a cheap wrap and not the good 3M one really messed me up. Looks great but I wont do it again. If I want a glossy black roof I will paint it. If I want a carbon fiver one I will put real carbon fiber from now on.

Right, but that's why I went the route that I did which was to cover the gloss wrap with a clear film so all the things you describe wouldn't happen. I've detailed my car once since applying the film and I haven't had any issue with flaking, discoloration, etc.

[phoenixbmwlife]

Yeh I think perhaps the clear film will protect it from flaking, I'll wait a few months and check back with you to hear your impressions

[abashoe]

hows it holding up?

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by abashoe

hows it holding up?

Not a single scratch since installation.

[Vanne]

Sweet!!!