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The main downside to having clear bra (or paint protection film as many call it) is the upfront cost. I say upfront because it costs a fair amount of money to have it installed, BUT it will save you a ton of money over the next several years not having to fix as many rock chips, etc.
The cost of installing the PPF can vary all over the map. It's up to you to decide just how much of the car and what portions of the car you choose to cover with it.
The main parts of a car that will get hit with the usual stone chips would be the front facia, the mirrors (since the stick out), and in the case of Camaros, the 'gill' area in front of the rear wheel openings.
Just covering those places alone with a good quality PPF will cost usually somewhere in the $1,000.00 range.
Many people choose to also cover larger portions of the front including the hood so the price can quickly climb.
Most quality PPF will have a warranty somewhere around 5-10 years.
Another benefit, is that if it's applied properly, you won't be able to tell where it's been applied and where it's not unless to get REALLY close and know where to look. It truly is 'clear'.
It's all up to you and your pocketbook to choose what method you decide to use to protect your car.
For a temporary way of protecting the paint such as track days or driving it home when you buy it from an out of state dealer, is to cover those area's with blue painter's tape.
Comes right off when you get home and costs very little.
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