Whites, especially those without peal or flake frequently make the film appear to have a yellowish tinge to it. Absolutely noticeable on a white car, at least to me.
Now, in regards to this, there are two things to keep in mind. 1st, that most of the film manufacturers warranty against discoloration (3M for 5 years, which is what I have). So if it is noticeable you get a new application paid for by 3M. I think most if not all of the options provide this, for various lengths of time. 2nd, the installer I worked with has told me more often than not it isn't the film itself that causes the discoloration, but instead the "solutions" that are used to put them on. In other words the water has minerals in it that oxidize under the film and the "soap" solutions often have weak dyes in them.
Worst colors for Film are always White and Black. White is the easiest to see film on, more so if it discolors. Black shows every, and I mean every, mistake a installer made when putting it on. So if you don't have a decent installer, it will never look good on a black car. Silver, Grey and non - Flat (have Flake) colors hide it the best.
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Originally Posted by GodSays
These kits you speak of. Do you think they will be available on day one?
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No, not on day 1, since the design companies won't have access to the car until dealers do. However, it usually only takes a week or 2 after that for it to be available. I'm not expecting the first BRZ so I'm not worried about it.
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Originally Posted by Zgrinch
Thank you very much...insightful. I am also planning to do the window tint thing. So I take it that as I research companies that specialize in this, it sounds like install method and brands used are two key elements. Anything else you would look for ? Rough idea of price to cover what we discussed. $800-$1,000 ?
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I imagine it varies a bit depending on the market. In Minnesota, I'd say for a full front end + extras (Hood, Fender, Mirror, Bumper + Trunk or door piece if you're lucky) would be between $700 - $1000. I'm sure you could get that down quite a bit if you called around. However, I'd shop for the guy with the best reputation rather than the one with the lowest price. I'd rather pay $1000 for the best option than $600 and get a weaker product YMMV.
Sorry if I'm ranting a bit, after the last few years I know more about Film and a few other trinkets than anyone really should.
