I am really liking the look of the wider racing stripes like on the GT500 and am thinking of maybe getting them put on next spring. First off, I am thinking of flat back so that they are understated but still noticable. Does everyone think the flat black would look better than say a darker gray? Also, how does one go about finding someone who does a good job of putting these on. Also, what type of care do the stripes take? I am assuming I would go with a tape rather than having them painted on. Is there any brand that stands out above others. And for installation, what is a fair price for the job?

 

Flat black is a very "safe" choice.

In my opinion your ride will not stand out from the rest of the pack as it is a very common combination, but it really depends on what look you are trying to achieve. Most purists hate my stripes, but I DO get alot of notice with them.

 

Not a fan of stripes here, but the flat black is a decent choice if you are into the stripes!

 

If I had a black Mustang like you do, I would be very tempted to get matte black stripes. Gray/silver stripes would be equally high on my list.

I'm waiting on my sterling gray Mustang to arrive, and I'll be doing high-gloss black stripes. It's all about contrast for me, but subtle, restrained contrast. I like a stealthy, but simultaneously eye-grabbing look.

There's nothing at all wrong with in-your-face striking contrast though... it's all about your personal preferences.

 

If flat black and a dark grey are your only choices, I would go with the flat black.

 

Red stripes look bad a**!

 

Keep in mind, if you go with matte or flat stripes you're going to have to be very careful if/when you wax/polish/shine your car. You get the wax on them and you will have a hell of a time getting it off again. Just a consideration for something other than gloss striping.

 

How about spray waxes and detailing sprays, are those ok on matte finishes?

 

Agreed.

The red really pops off black. Since I've wandered to the dark side, here's a pic of my Challenger with the Rallye Redline stripes (and my added blue)...

 

I decided to stripe....

 

Stripe it! We are putting Silver stripes on our Shelby someday....soon....lol Also, I agree with being careful while waxing the matte black stripe. The matte black stripes scare me when it comes to waxing....

 

I say do it. I did mine myself. Took me a weekend. Its not for everyone though. Make sure the vinyl is good quality from whomever you get them from. 3M is the best.

Wannabe, Where did you get the thin stripes? I have been trying to find thin GHIG colored ones but can't find them. Even on the internets...

 

Are the ones at American Muscle 3M? If not, where did you get yours?

 

I just used the cheap stuff from Autozone to visualize, and will be ordering better material from stripeman.com

Used their stuff before... much better.

 

I go back and forth on whether to stripe my Stang as well. If I had a black one I would go Satin black. I love the contras of gloss and flat finishes.

 

Someone made a comment on another thread about putting stripes on the 10-12 Mustangs, due to the "cowl" on the hood making the striping look odd...anyone else notice that? I was wondering if having that "bump" in the hood would make the stripes look off somehow....

 

Although there are several brands that won't discolor matte/flat finishes, I use Turtle Wax Ice on painted surfaces and unpainted plastic as well. Never had a problem with matte/flat black turning white, like carwash spray waxes do.

 

Or just use Turtle Wax ICE. It does not leave any white residue.

 

I vote for flat black also. I use a detail spray on mine with no discoloring or shine. When I wax, I just lay down some blue painters tape over the edge of the stripes.

 

Wish I time to detail my ride like that.