Vinyl Wrapping (Do it Yourself)

[DanH]

Hi all,

I know there are a few vendors out there that provide pre-cuts, but they're a bit pricey.
I'm planning to wrap just a few areas like the Center Console, Wood trim/ dashboard, and door handles. Has anyone done the measurements, has layouts, which material did you use, etc that you can share?

I don't have the car yet. Configured on 3/2 and still waiting for my VIN.

Thanks!

 

[Brando]

search YouTube;
- don't limit to Tesla cars, any car will do
- look for similar climates ?
- see what suppliers have to offer in instructions/training video's too

 

[RyanS]

You can just buy any 3M film from Amazon or eBay and do it.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VG6SWS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I think center console width was like 8 or 10 in so 12 in size film would work. I had enough left over to cover door sills and rear bumper.
Get precut for front bumper. It was really a tough installation for me. Others you can do it with bulk film.

 

[DanH]

Thank you guys!

I'm frugal, not picky at all and just want some basic protections. It sounds like a fun project since I have plenty of free time.

1. Ceramic coating (per YouTube, it'll take 4-6 hours). Looks pretty straight forward.
-- Need to do this first thing after getting the car. Estimated mat cost is 150.00
2. Tinting (4 windows and possibly the roof) -- going to leave this job to the pro.
3. Vinyl wrapping (console, dash). Estimated mat cost is $30.00.