Chrome Delete Longevity

[JBailey895]

I've been shopping chrome delete quotes locally (San Diego), and they range from $400-$1400 (I'm not kidding). I know the Nikola Pro kit is popular on this forum, although I've heard its a PITA to install, especially the mirrors. Several pro quotes I've received claim the kits with a bunch of pieces only last months, because of the multiple cuts/seams. Even the expensive pro quotes use the 3M vinyl tape, so I thought I'd ask if anyone has had problems with their vinyl chrome deletes? I know the 3 has only been around less than 3 yrs, so not sure how much data is out there yet, but if you've had good or bad results, chime in please.

I also just installed white car seats, and am starting to almost like the chrome look, but I think the big chrome oval detracts from the flowing lines of the car, so will probably move forward, either with a kit or a pro.
Thanx

 

[lowtek]

With those wheels and that blue, your car looks great just like it is

 

[JBailey895]

Hey thanks, I do think the chrome "brightens" the blue a bit, but I'm biased from my racing days that in a power/weight context, chrome was always unnecessary "bling" and too heavy. I know our cars are already heavy, and putting vinyl over it does not reduce the weight, but its a subjective mental thing for me. I'll assume if no one has been complaining that the vinyl deteriorates or pulls off easily, so I guess that is encouraging. . .

 

[Face_Disguise]

Are you going to powder coat the wheels to match the chrome delete? This is my reference pic for a blue with chrome delete. I think it would look even better with matching wheels.

 

[JBailey895]

I'm going to do the chrome delete first, I had a camaro with black and blue, which I really liked, but think I'll keep the silver wheels for a bit, and maybe change later. . .

 

[sids911]

I also just installed white car seats,
Thanx

How did you install the White car seats?

 

[JBailey895]

Chinese Seat covers on Amazon, so far I like them. . .