Pictures showing XPel Ultimate after 17,000 Miles
There seems to be much interest in paint protection so I thought I might jump in with a few close-ups of my car covered with XPel Ultimate and just under a year after installation. During this time, we have put on 17000 miles, had a great trip across the US and Canada, and hit enough unpaved roads to provide a great opinion of the product.
I only wish that I could somehow show the multitude of small chips in my windshield to compare against what appears to be a completely clear front end due to XPels amazing self-healing properties. Great job XPel....probably the best investment for anyone who puts miles on their car and wants it to look as the first day of purchase... https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...cd5d2b3ae7.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...7c9d00a2b3.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...79015a3255.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...925e0cc9a2.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...9eade67fe1.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...06f434de20.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...4e9bfc61ff.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...7f0b512c2d.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...e316cd1540.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...635223e911.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...0b3bfab71e.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...e6ed23c720.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...e0bad7156b.jpg |
Looks great and what an investment for peace of mind.
One would think GM would offer such protection before the Vette even leaves the assembly plant. But, I guess that's expecting too much. |
I am so glad I started reading this forum again the last few weeks as I would have never known about doing this.
I have an appointment on Wednesday provided my car gets here today or tomorrow.. so what parts is everyone getting done? The entire car? Does a convertible make any difference as far as what to get done? |
Originally Posted by lowprofiling
(Post 1592273228)
I am so glad I started reading this forum again the last few weeks as I would have never known about doing this.
I have an appointment on Wednesday provided my car gets here today or tomorrow.. so what parts is everyone getting done? The entire car? Does a convertible make any difference as far as what to get done? On the other hand, paint protection does leave a bit of a grain so if you are looking at perfect smoothness after a good detailing, you won't get it. The only people that notice this, however, are those car nuts that spend days on getting it as close to a glass finish as possible. As for this Z06, nobody notices it whatsoever unless they get real close. The car sat in the Auto Exotica showcase of the International Auto Show a few weeks back...the ONLY on the floor with paint protection... nobody knew... |
28k miles on my black Z. Wish I did this. :lol:
Car looks great! |
Originally Posted by phantasms
(Post 1592273290)
28k miles on my black Z. Wish I did this. :lol:
Car looks great! https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...56bc72b090.jpg |
Originally Posted by phantasms
(Post 1592273290)
28k miles on my black Z. Wish I did this. :lol:
Car looks great! Assuming OP would be ok with that, of course, as it's his thread. Just a thought, in the interest of science, so to speak. |
I would have no problem with that whatsoever.
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Clear-plex for the windshield
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PPF is the way to go > even on a base 1LT :)
dropped @ FI Auto Spa w/cover on :yesnod: 1. entire car machine polished 2. Gyeon Mohs+ > wheels/calipers 3. SUNTEK PPFC > entire car including groundfx 4. Gyeon Q2 Mohs+ over Suntek 5. Gyeon View > windshield pics Galaxy S7...eheh :D https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...51681b19a5.png http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...9/IMG_1816.jpg http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...IMG_1813_1.jpg http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...9/IMG_1817.jpg http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...9/IMG_1801.jpg |
Thanks for the input, sounds like getting the entire done is the way to go.
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I had the impact areas done and now will look into the wind shield. I am happy with the protection for sure, it's nice (after having zero protection on my previous Vettes) to see where a rock hit on the rear fender and just be able to wipe it away :yesnod:
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I have 12.5K miles on my Expel and it looks great. Just recently, Expel met its match with a rock or something that bounced off my car. The Expel is damaged but not sure if the paint is. I am going to take it to the person who installed it for me so he can replace the Expel and hopefully there is no damage to the paint. I have a lot of road construction in the area and this is my first blemish. Overall very happy.
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Looks great-I love mine.
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I have some damage along the lower left side brake duct after my last track event. However, it looks like the Xpel took the brunt of the damage and the paint is OK. I will be seeing the installer about how to resolve.
Bill |
OP, did you cover the CF fender spats with Xpel? If so, was the film part of the kit or extra?
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
(Post 1592277565)
OP, did you cover the CF fender spats with Xpel? If so, was the film part of the kit or extra?
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Originally Posted by AllFlash
(Post 1592273166)
There seems to be much interest in paint protection so I thought I might jump in with a few close-ups of my car covered with XPel Ultimate and just under a year after installation. During this time, we have put on 17000 miles, had a great trip across the US and Canada, and hit enough unpaved roads to provide a great opinion of the product.
I only wish that I could somehow show the multitude of small chips in my windshield to compare against what appears to be a completely clear front end due to XPels amazing self-healing properties. Great job XPel....probably the best investment for anyone who puts miles on their car and wants it to look as the first day of purchase... |
Originally Posted by XPEL
(Post 1592279719)
Wow! Still looks amazing to this day. Glad you are enjoying and driving your beautiful corvette! Thank you for your business
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Originally Posted by Taz Golf
(Post 1592284219)
Is $8000 the going rate to do the entire Z06 Car ?
Car does look impressive though! |
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