Things to consider with a wrapped car

[forkee]

ppf is for paint protection. vinyl is for color change (although it offers minimal protection) some people go overboard and do both AND ceramic coating

 

[Daisame]

My X is fully wrapped ..except for the top glass. Are there any special considerations when having it go to a car wash??

I have a full wrap and a chrome delete, so my needs are much different. However, anything with with high pressure washes or heavy scrub or contact against an edge can peel or rip some wraps. I would talk to whoever did your wrap to see what they recommend. It can vary based on the skill or technique used and with what materials.

To be safe, I would stay away from any power jet or drive through car wash and only get it hand washed. Some drive through places will have hand wash options for a few extra dollars. I found a guy who will come to my house and do a full soft wash and detail for $40. I think that is very reasonable and always give him a little extra because he does a good job. But your location will obviously dictate on what you have available.

 

[mikegre]

I lease and replace every 3 years. I go through a car wash. Most of the car washes here see lots of Tesla's everyday and know how to handle them. It is common to see 4 or 5 Teslas at a stoplight around here.

Do you remove the wrap when you return the car when the lease ends?

 

[Daisame]

I have a full wrap and a chrome delete, so my needs are much different. However, anything with with high pressure washes or heavy scrub or contact against an edge can peel or rip some wraps. I would talk to whoever did your wrap to see what they recommend. It can vary based on the skill or technique used and with what materials.

To be safe, I would stay away from any power jet or drive through car wash and only get it hand washed. Some drive through places will have hand wash options for a few extra dollars. I found a guy who will come to my house and do a full soft wash and detail for $40. I think that is very reasonable and always give him a little extra because he does a good job. But your location will obviously dictate on what you have available.

Sorry. I should have clarified. I have a full PPF wrap. Not vinyl. The chrome delete has vinyl in some places.

 

[jerseygirl18]

Question: did you tint the windshield? what level did you use? and was it split on the install?
⅔ of the ws is below the assembly housing the rear view mirror
Thanx in Advance