GM paint protection - Page 2

unavailablezl1 · 07-07-2017, 03:45 PM

My GT350 had a film on the front bumper and back bumper from the dealer brand new. I am not sure of what it was, but it made the white not white and looked like the bumper had been repainted badly. It sucked. I did not notice it was even there for awhile but once I noticed it, I hated it. It was like two-tone white.

So I am not going to get anything, just raw factory clear coat over factory paint for me.

MoreSpeed · 07-10-2017, 09:59 PM

I thought for a minute or two about the build list option for film for my ZL1, but it does not make sense. The material is cheaper but it is dealer installed. By that, I mean they hire someone completely out of your control to install it. You can argue the merits of Xpel or SunTek all day long but the biggest difference comes in the care during application. So will your dealer get all of the swirls and paint imperfections out before they put on the film. If not, looks like crap. Will they keep out bubbles and strange cuts? Will they take care to reduce the amount of seams. If not, looks like crap. Do they know what they are doing, or is this their second install after finishing their grandmothers Impala?

I went with Xpel and had to drive about 150 miles to have it done. Took a bus back after dropping the car off with them, and a bus to pick the car back up. Pain in the butt I know, but the results were fantastic from a company that was highly recommended. Op... it might be worth a road trip.

FringBirdAloha · 07-10-2017, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MoreSpeed

I thought for a minute or two about the build list option for film for my ZL1, but it does not make sense. The material is cheaper but it is dealer installed. By that, I mean they hire someone completely out of your control to install it. You can argue the merits of Xpel or SunTek all day long but the biggest difference comes in the care during application. So will your dealer get all of the swirls and paint imperfections out before they put on the film. If not, looks like crap. Will they keep out bubbles and strange cuts? Will they take care to reduce the amount of seams. If not, looks like crap. Do they know what they are doing, or is this their second install after finishing their grandmothers Impala?

I went with Xpel and had to drive about 150 miles to have it done. Took a bus back after dropping the car off with them, and a bus to pick the car back up. Pain in the butt I know, but the results were fantastic from a company that was highly recommended. Op... it might be worth a road trip.

+1 - this is great advice. I would recommend finding the best most absolutely qualified and experienced installer you can find.

FringBirdAloha · 07-10-2017, 10:12 PM

I can see, without film protection of any sort, at least 10 rock chips in your front fascias future in the first 10k Miles of driving! It’s silly thin paint!

htron50 · 07-10-2017, 10:38 PM

No problems w 3M Pro. Compares to most any

mdmoore23 · 07-10-2017, 11:50 PM

I didn't know the paint protection option was dealer installed. I definitely say no to checking that option in that case. Find an independent installer.

RatedR · 07-12-2017, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Intimidator

Our last tint shop (Zebart) just closed...getting a tint installer around Springfield is a sketchy endeavor.
At least if the dealer did it, I have control under warrenty.

I'm still a faithful Zaino user on all my cars!

If you were willing to come to Columbus, I recommend AAP (Automotive Appearance Pros). They did a great job on my SS 1LE.

Sven59 · 07-12-2017, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by mdmoore23

I didn't know the paint protection option was dealer installed. I definitely say no to checking that option in that case. Find an independent installer.

Dealer installed probably means a local business. I haven't seen too many dealers doing clear bra.

TLSTWIN · 07-12-2017, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Sven59

Dealer installed probably means a local business. I haven't seen too many dealers doing clear bra.

I was wondering that same thing. So if it's an outside contractor could they use any material they have in stock or do they have to use a certain thing?

I guess what I'm asking is what if it is a clear bra, or xpel, or 3M or whateve,r could they use what they are dealer for?

Glen e · 07-12-2017, 11:42 AM

A dealer will contract with an outside local source, 100% of the time. The only way I'd do the GM package is if the vendor they use is an authorized installer of Xpel AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, HAS DONE THE 16 CAMARO A FEW TIMES. Film installers report the Camaro one of the hardest cars to get right, I'd want to know he was not practicing on mine.

Intimidator · 07-12-2017, 12:51 PM

I just ordered my ZL1 today and did not order the GM 3M film....I will look into other sources.

FringBirdAloha · 07-12-2017, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Intimidator

I just ordered my ZL1 today and did not order the GM 3M film....I will look into other sources.

You won’t regret it. It’s not good.

waterman · 07-12-2017, 02:57 PM

You might check this out.
It compares 3M pro, Suntek and Xpel.

The key will be to get PPF installed by an EXPERIENCED factory certified installer.

I'm going to get mine done right after delivery.
Sticky tires = paint chips.

07-07-2017, 03:45 PM	#15
unavailablezl1 Drives: 2019 Silverado Z71 6.2L A10 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Grapevine Posts: 2,075	My GT350 had a film on the front bumper and back bumper from the dealer brand new. I am not sure of what it was, but it made the white not white and looked like the bumper had been repainted badly. It sucked. I did not notice it was even there for awhile but once I noticed it, I hated it. It was like two-tone white. So I am not going to get anything, just raw factory clear coat over factory paint for me. __________________ Current ride 2019 Silverado Z71 LTZ 6.2L L87 425hp A10, 4 inch BDS Lift with Fox Factory Race 2.5 Coilovers, Borla Cat back (15HP bump), BFG KM3's 33's. Past Rides 2017 M6 Camaro ZL1 Hyper Blue 2016 M6 GT350 White with blue strips 2014 M6 Mustang GT Premium Track Pack Ruby Red 2012 M6 M3 Melbourne Red Metallic

07-10-2017, 09:59 PM	#16
MoreSpeed Drives: 2017 Hyper Blue A10 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: New England Posts: 716	I thought for a minute or two about the build list option for film for my ZL1, but it does not make sense. The material is cheaper but it is dealer installed. By that, I mean they hire someone completely out of your control to install it. You can argue the merits of Xpel or SunTek all day long but the biggest difference comes in the care during application. So will your dealer get all of the swirls and paint imperfections out before they put on the film. If not, looks like crap. Will they keep out bubbles and strange cuts? Will they take care to reduce the amount of seams. If not, looks like crap. Do they know what they are doing, or is this their second install after finishing their grandmothers Impala? I went with Xpel and had to drive about 150 miles to have it done. Took a bus back after dropping the car off with them, and a bus to pick the car back up. Pain in the butt I know, but the results were fantastic from a company that was highly recommended. Op... it might be worth a road trip. __________________ - Life is a highway... I want to ride it all night long... Sold 2010 997 GT3, 2016 WRX, 2006 997 C2S, 2003 996 C4S, 2001 Boxster S, 1997 E420 AMG etc..

07-12-2017, 11:42 AM	#24
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	A dealer will contract with an outside local source, 100% of the time. The only way I'd do the GM package is if the vendor they use is an authorized installer of Xpel AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, HAS DONE THE 16 CAMARO A FEW TIMES. Film installers report the Camaro one of the hardest cars to get right, I'd want to know he was not practicing on mine. __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant Last edited by Glen e; 07-12-2017 at 01:15 PM.

07-10-2017, 10:12 PM	#18
FringBirdAloha Drives: Pre-production ZL1 M6 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Sunbelt Posts: 531	I can see, without film protection of any sort, at least 10 rock chips in your front fascias future in the first 10k Miles of driving! It’s silly thin paint!

07-10-2017, 10:38 PM	#19
htron50 Drives: 2017 ZL1 Status "Thank You!" Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,498	No problems w 3M Pro. Compares to most any

07-10-2017, 11:50 PM	#20
mdmoore23 Drives: 2017 ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Graniteville,SC Posts: 645	I didn't know the paint protection option was dealer installed. I definitely say no to checking that option in that case. Find an independent installer.

07-12-2017, 12:51 PM	#25
Intimidator Drives: 69 GTO, 05 GTO, 2018 Silver ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Springfield, OH Posts: 847	I just ordered my ZL1 today and did not order the GM 3M film....I will look into other sources.

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