Refresh Model S Tint / PPF / Ceramic Photos & Info

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@WiLz , looks SICK!

I got my LR about 3 months earlier than expected, so have to wait until Sep to get it wrapped. Will be going full PPF with STEK dynomatt (satin finish PPF). Hopefully I remember to post here after .

 

[josephan]

Auto Armour San Diego put XPEL on the front and rockers. We are bringing back to have rest of car done with PPF then ceramic.

 

[Broswift]

Got my MSM LR a few weeks ago. Just finished PPF Stealth wrap with vinyl stripe. Still need to get windows tinted. 7k for wrap with ceramic, red stripe and red painted logos.

 

[Jjc8]

EDD beginning 30AUG... I've heard the paint needs time to cure before PPF being applied but haven't seen that followed everywhere - fake news? If it's true, what temporary protection can I install while waiting? I'm on about 2 miles of gravel before I hit paved roads.

 

[mikey_bs]

Anybody with a refreshed model S / white interior that’s tinted?

specifically I am looking for pictures of the interior after tint. I am looking to see how the white / walnut wood looks after the tint.

thanks In advance!

 

[WiLz]

EDD beginning 30AUG... I've heard the paint needs time to cure before PPF being applied but haven't seen that followed everywhere - fake news? If it's true, what temporary protection can I install while waiting? I'm on about 2 miles of gravel before I hit paved roads.

From what I have heard, factory paint doesn’t need additional cure time since it is baked. Only if car is repainted by a body shop does there need to be cure time. However, I was not able to find any good sources or evidence to confirm this. None of the PPF shops I spoke to seemed to have any concern.

 

[BruinIvy]

I ended up getting my PPF & tint from Executint OC in Mission Viejo, $4995 for full car Xpel Ultimate Plus, $695 for Xpel Prime XR Plus on all windows, with $325 additional for windshield. I would give tint job 5 stars, PPF 4.5 stars (few small defects and a couple edges that aren't perfect, but most people wouldn't notice). They do not do ceramic coating.

I did ceramic coating through Ultimate Custom Car Care in Tustin, $790 for 1 layer Ceramic Pro PPF/Vinyl plus 1 layer top coat (includes wheel faces and calipers, as well as all glass), plus $150 for interior ceramic coating.

Here's a spreadsheet I compiled when getting quotes for all the services if you are interested:
2021 Tesla Model S Tint PPF Ceramic (OC)

Thanks! Your car looks great!! Good reference information as well. Appreciated.

 

[Jjc8]

From what I have heard, factory paint doesn’t need additional cure time since it is baked. Only if car is repainted by a body shop does there need to be cure time. However, I was not able to find any good sources or evidence to confirm this. None of the PPF shops I spoke to seemed to have any concern.

That's what I've discovered as well. I guess there's...one...way to find out...

 

[SgtPepper67]

For the front emblem, I got a carbon fiber direct replacement (just 3 screws to change it) from Amazon:
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For the rear, I ordered a gloss black plastic replacement emblem from eBay:
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I also ordered a carbon fiber rear emblem from eBay, but haven't received it yet. Will update if I install it.

The detail shop did apply a coat of ceramic over the emblems.

Links to Amazon? Trusting these are universal for Tesla’s all models? (Getting a refresh lr ms) thanks

 

[BobbyRitz]

There has been a great deal of PPF/Ceramic discussion within the delivery thread, so hopefully we move it over here.

I still have approximately 3 months before delivery, but the delay has allowed me plenty of time to research local shops. As it stands right now, I have a great shop here in MD within 15 minutes of my house who carries XPEL products and Gtechniq ceramic coatings. Quote was full PPF, tint everywhere except windshield, and Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light for $6,500. I have two more shops to consider. I'm going to see if they toss the windshield in for the same price.

Good thing I have time!

 

[gerald325i]

Got my MSM LR a few weeks ago. Just finished PPF Stealth wrap with vinyl stripe. Still need to get windows tinted. 7k for wrap with ceramic, red stripe and red painted logos.

Looks amazing. I have the same config and have the same PPF lined up, minus the red.

 

[cwanja]

I had the shop also cover the plastic door sill piece with PPF too, here’s what it looks like if anyone’s interested, makes it a nice glossy look:

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I 100% will do this. My old Raven S door sill got scuffed up.

 

[cwanja]

Anybody with a refreshed model S / white interior that’s tinted?

specifically I am looking for pictures of the interior after tint. I am looking to see how the white / walnut wood looks after the tint.

thanks In advance!

@omarsultan not to drag you into another thread

 

[omarsultan]

@omarsultan not to drag you into another thread

There are with 55% on the sides and back and 70% on the windshield:

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[BobbyRitz]

Windshield tint is illegal in MD. I think I'll be adding 70%.

 

[omarsultan]

It is not strictly legal in CA either, but it is so light that it is imperceptible, but it does help greatly in reducing heat through the windshield.

 

[BobbyRitz]

I agree, that's why I don't have a problem adding it @omarsultan

 

[mikey_bs]

There are with 55% on the sides and back and 70% on the windshield:

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[mikey_bs]

Windshield tint is illegal in MD. I think I'll be adding 70%.

I had 50% on my front windshield in Maryland. Got stopped once with a warning and once with a repair order. Maryland sucks.

 

[BobbyRitz]

I had 50% on my front windshield in Maryland. Got stopped once with a warning and once with a repair order. Maryland sucks.

No doubt. Trying to stay off the radar. 35% everywhere and 70% on windshield. I think I should be okay.