Sango2
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To add, if that shop in question or if there are other people who are affected by the poor quality of work, the shop should be delisted as an authorized dealer because of it until they can prove otherwise.
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Did I get scammed? [on tint and PPF install]
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whisperingshad
Active Member
They always give you the filled out Warranty cards....
Killer Junior
Tesla FNG
Red flag. They should have handed you a warranty card. I question the legitimacy of this business. Sounds more like a fly-by-night operation without real backside support.
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I’d be livid if that was the end product of my car.. also in the future it’s best to get quoted by a bunch of shops and pick the middle one.. after seeing Yelp reviews first.
Mr. Wonderful
Member
I also had Xpel installed on my car and also got the lifetime warranty card filled out with name of film and %.
I suggest you speak with the insider and politely demand it.
I suggest you speak with the insider and politely demand it.
This makes me feel OK for spending $1k to get formula 1 Stratos tint all around. The tint I got is seamless on the edges and you can’t tell there is film installed other than the window being 50% less translucent. Terrible work. You got got. That sucks. Sounds like suing them isn’t worth while either as they probably have no way to pay the claim.
THIS IS HORRIBLE what the hell in gods name is this?? the Tint alone would have made me tell them no to paying and to remove it. and thw wrap is no better. request a refund or take them to court.
Thank you for everyone’s feedback! It seems that I do not have to worry that I am being a Karen. LOL
I am on the way to the new shop that the XPEL regional manager personally recommends and I can’t wait to show you guys what they’re going to do.
XPEL as a company and its representatives have been incredible. I think I just got a lemon of a job from a lemon of a shop.
I’ll provide updates as soon as I have them and will post pictures of the new work. Surprise coming!
I am on the way to the new shop that the XPEL regional manager personally recommends and I can’t wait to show you guys what they’re going to do.
XPEL as a company and its representatives have been incredible. I think I just got a lemon of a job from a lemon of a shop.
I’ll provide updates as soon as I have them and will post pictures of the new work. Surprise coming!
Sango2
Member
Let us know how it goes. That bad shop should get delisted or unauthorized by XPEL!
As far as the Ppf they definitely are not very good with precut installs, he definitely cut under the headlight by hand, which is a horrible hand cut imo. a 3rd grader could cut a better edge. I can almost bet you have a cut in the paint. Also it will catch dirt and always look like poo unless you wash it every other day. Not all Xpel shops are good, almost anyone can get Xpel after going to training and paying money. My tip, dont go for the cheap shop. go for the most expensive. There's a reason why they are expensive. I would have done a bulk or extended edge install on your vehicle , bulk is always better. you get almost full coverage, completely seamless install. but, on a good note atleast it's still protected!
$1,000? WTF are Tesla owners smoking. I really hope it includes a windshield, and the roof and then its just slightly overpriced.
This mentality is so common with tesla owners. Go with the most expensive is awful advice. Yall are putting their kids through ivy league schools and buying a 3rd vacation home. Crazy..
Are there any new updates and pics after you went to get the work redone?
Will be a big update on Monday when I pick her up! Can't wait to share!
Are there any new updates and pics after you went to get the work redone?
Okay, huge update! XPEL and one of their best shops called Driven (drivenmn.com) based out of Minneapolis have been absolutely amazing to work with and have went above and beyond anything I could have expected or asked for.
After calling their general customer service line, the regional manager got back to me and told me he was going to have the work redone and to let him do some research. I originally only had the front clip done. He called me back later and said he's got an idea, and what would I think of having one of their top shops wrap the entire vehicle. I couldn't believe it! I asked whether they cared if I did the Ultimate Plus or the Stealth, and he said even though the Stealth takes more work either one is fine. I have ALWAYS wanted a matte/satin car so I jumped at the chance. I was ecstatic!
The XPEL rep then got me in contact with Ethan from Driven, and we got everything planned out. Driven was fitting me in to an already full schedule so I told them to take the car as long as they need, and there is no rush. This is why the update has taken a while.
I added on XPEL Ceramic Coating and some 3M Vinyl Wrap work from Driven as well. I am digging the blacked out pillars/roof rails. It reminds me of the contrast roof on Range Rovers.
I am currently driving the car back to the west coast, and I added some black wheel covers to complete the look, but no pics with the wheel covers yet because I am not supposed to wash it for a couple weeks and it's currently filthy from the 1,000+ mile drive. Will post more pictures once that final touch with the wheel covers is complete.
I will be using Driven and XPEL for all of me vehicles going forward. It's so rare to see a company stand behind their product and go so far above and beyond. I cannot thank Driven or XPEL enough. Driven's attention to detail in covering and tucking/wrapping everything is INCREDIBLE and I love how it turned out!
What do you guys think of my new satin ride!?
After calling their general customer service line, the regional manager got back to me and told me he was going to have the work redone and to let him do some research. I originally only had the front clip done. He called me back later and said he's got an idea, and what would I think of having one of their top shops wrap the entire vehicle. I couldn't believe it! I asked whether they cared if I did the Ultimate Plus or the Stealth, and he said even though the Stealth takes more work either one is fine. I have ALWAYS wanted a matte/satin car so I jumped at the chance. I was ecstatic!
The XPEL rep then got me in contact with Ethan from Driven, and we got everything planned out. Driven was fitting me in to an already full schedule so I told them to take the car as long as they need, and there is no rush. This is why the update has taken a while.
I added on XPEL Ceramic Coating and some 3M Vinyl Wrap work from Driven as well. I am digging the blacked out pillars/roof rails. It reminds me of the contrast roof on Range Rovers.
I am currently driving the car back to the west coast, and I added some black wheel covers to complete the look, but no pics with the wheel covers yet because I am not supposed to wash it for a couple weeks and it's currently filthy from the 1,000+ mile drive. Will post more pictures once that final touch with the wheel covers is complete.
I will be using Driven and XPEL for all of me vehicles going forward. It's so rare to see a company stand behind their product and go so far above and beyond. I cannot thank Driven or XPEL enough. Driven's attention to detail in covering and tucking/wrapping everything is INCREDIBLE and I love how it turned out!
What do you guys think of my new satin ride!?
Here is the final look with the new matte black TSportline wheel covers! I'm absolutely loving it. XPEL Stealth PPF, Fusion Plus Ceramic Coating, XR+ Tint, and 3M Vinyl for the blacked out roof done by Driven (Express your Individuality!). Mention my Stealth MY for 10% off your job at Driven. Can't recommend them enough!
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