Agree. My brother just had his cars done in xpel. He lives in Indiana, and I will have my cars redone there once they yellow/wear.... Hopefully never, but who knows. Any new car will be done from there.

 

Just make sure you use Xpel Ultimate. I should have clarified that it isn't necessarily the brand that's better, it's the film. Regular Xpel is about as good as 3M.

 

My film is the Xpel Ultimate. I don't remember the details, but apparently there is some sort of class or certification that Xpel wants their applicators to go through. The guys that did my car must have had some training, because the stuff's invisible unless you're really looking for it.

 

I finally got some pics of my RR 2014 with the Clear bra applied.
Scott

 

Having mine installed this Friday

 

i planning to do this, however would not have fund to do a complete car... what are the recommended sections i need to cover.

 

Going to have stripes painted on in the next couple weeks then i think i need to save up to have this done. Seems like everyone says its worth the money so i have to find a place to do it.

 

This is what I have covered and recommend.

Entire front bumper
headlights/fog lights
Hood. There are a few different hood templates. 1/4, 1/3 etc.
Side Mirrors.

 

^ thanks

 

I just went onto the Xcel site and contacted every dealer in my area looking for a quote. I'll take the ones who contact me back and plug them into yelp and make a decision from there. Hoping to get my entire hood, plus the usual front bumper, headlights, and partial fenders for less than $1k.

 

The most important thing is finding a good installer. My second go around was night and day compared to the first install. Get references and try to see previous jobs.

 

^ this.

 

I wouldn't put much stock into Yelp's reviews - there are "issues" with Yelp's processes for posting reviews. That's a long story - better to go word-of-mouth route and, most importantly, go speak to the installers directly. Your instinct should take over from there.

It's a personal choice, but I really think the entire hood is a waste of money. You're not likely to get road debris thrown into the upper portion of your hood. That's why most folks go with the "kits," or roughly 1/3 of your hood. And like others have posted, a good installation won't reveal a line unless you're looking for it (can you see mine?). Also, watch your post-installation care and maintenance (never "rub against the grain" so to speak).

Good Luck

 

Also well said.

Instinct and word of mouth. 'Nuff said.

 

+1000

 

Check out some of the cars my installer worked on: http://www.prestigeautoarmor.com/Photo-Gallery.html

 

Same guy did my car. He really took his time to make it perfect. If you're in the Pittsburgh area, he's the best IMO.

 

Think I may have finally found a good expel installer. I will give a new update soon.

 

I cannot comment on the Xpel, I have seen it at SEMA, looks great. I have the original 3M on my 2006, it has a 5 year warrantee, now its almost 7 years in the Phoenix Heat and sun and still looks perfect. Either way it is clearly, Ha!, the best protection investment...
Can you see it??

 

Nope! Looks great! I think if you go with any major brand and have an experienced installer do it you'll be in good shape. Install is most important though. I went Xpel Ultimate bc of its healing properties and its 10 year warranty.