Does anyone have good experience with a particular paint protection film on a pearl white vehicle? I like the idea of the film for protection but I’m concerned about any yellowing due to UV exposure. I’ve searched for information on this and other forums but most results are from a couple years ago and ppf vendors claim to have updated their films to avoid yellowing since then. I’d appreciate hearing about any recent experiences good or bad, or other insight folks can share. Thanks.
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PPF on White Model 3 - Questions
- Thread starter Amp3d
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I have ppf on a solid white Model X, and on a white Q5 prior. No issue with either. Audi for 4 years and MX for around 2.
Xpel is what I had for both. Audi baked for 4 years in the SoCal sun as well.
follow.johnny
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I also have PPF (3M Scotchgard) on my Pearl White Model 3. Had it for 3 weeks now, no issues. It's virtually invisible.
If you plan on doing the front bumper, I would also consider doing the entire hood instead of partial, since there will be a visible line/seam and over time dirt can accumulate if you don't wash your car often.
Hope this helps! I've added some pics.
If you plan on doing the front bumper, I would also consider doing the entire hood instead of partial, since there will be a visible line/seam and over time dirt can accumulate if you don't wash your car often.
Hope this helps! I've added some pics.
Elegant, simple, tasteful and a little different than another white Model 3 on the road. LOVE IT.
Looks nice.
Did you have to get replacement T badges to put back on after PPF? Did you get them from your service center? How much do they cost?
follow.johnny
FSD Beta Tester
Thanks! And they used the original - the shop carefully removed it with fishing line and added new adhesive on the emblem.
No issues after having it for 1 month in hot 90+ degree weather in SoCal
Call and ask for Doug at Concours Autospa.
Tell him Tony sent you and that I am fully expecting you get well taken care of.
I refer a lot to him for no benefit to myself but will stop if he fails to take care of people I send his way.
He worked on two of my cars.
joebruin77
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Yellowing of PPF usually occurs because the wrong sealant or wax was used. Just make sure you use after care products approved by the PPF manufacturer and that are deemed safe for PPF. For example, Xpel says on their website to avoid using products the contain kerosene, naphtha (sp?), or petroleum distillates.
@Amp3d Your concern is definitely valid. PPF yellowing is definitely still a thing, but usually on lower grade films that have not innovated since a couple years ago. PPF has come a long way in the last 3-5 years, even in the last year it has improved! Thankfully high quality films don't seem to have this issue anymore, and most quality films even warranty against yellowing. If you're using a reputable shop that is using XPEL/Suntek/STEK I wouldn't worry about yellowing!
-Kevin
-Kevin
Wow, very nice. How did they manage the edges ? Did they wrap the foil around it, or did they cut it very close to the edge ?
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STEK dynoshield. 10 year warranty. This is FULL frontal coverage w/mirrors and extended rocker panels.
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