3M clear bra cost?

[Maverick]

Originally Posted by gxgn

Hi, can you chime in what is a fair cost for a clear bra with this coverage:
- front bumper
- 1/3 hood
- mirorrs
- partial fenders
- rockers

I got quoted $750 and it seems a bit high but I donn't kniw what's fair.

Thanks
G

I recently purchased the 3M Paint Protection Film kit that includes the half hood, fenders, whole bumper, and mirrors. I used the half hood piece but changed my bumper and fenders thereby not allowing me to utilize the other pieces. The Fenders, bumper, and mirrors are all brand new untouched in the original packaging. I will sell domestically for $350 including the squeegee and spray bottles. Certified check or money order only. Again, this is genuine 3M film. PM me if interested.

[911fanatic]

Originally Posted by raul

No. Got a rock chip on top of my left fender 2 weeks after delivery. It's the reason I'm having the car opti-guarded. (Opti-guard is harder than opti-coat. Business version vs. consumer version)

Opti Guard won't prevent rock chips either. The ONLY thing that will prevent rock chips is a clear bra.

[FR-S,M.D.]

Paid $1250 for full hood, full bumper, full fenders, headlights and trunk strip.

[raul]

Originally Posted by 911fanatic

Opti Guard won't prevent rock chips either. The ONLY thing that will prevent rock chips is a clear bra.

Oh I'm fully aware, but it does become more resistant to them.

[Jayde]

Getting full hood, fenders, bumper, lights, mirrors, rocker panels, door cups, top of rear bumper, a-pillers, and half roof in Xpel Ultimate for ~1500 including labor. Not bad for how much I'm getting down, imo.

[Subie]

Originally Posted by raul

Oh I'm fully aware, but it does become more resistant to them.

Not from my experience.

[switchlanez]

Originally Posted by NMMI89

It's $600 here in San Diego.

Where in San Diego? My dad @COOL BRZ is looking for an installer.

[raul]

Originally Posted by Subie

Not from my experience.

Well, if the point of the coating is to offer easier washing and some scratch resistance, then I would believe inherently it would also resist rock chips a bit more as well.

[Subie]

Originally Posted by raul

Well, if the point of the coating is to offer easier washing and some scratch resistance, then I would believe inherently it would also resist rock chips a bit more as well.

Think about how hard a rock is vs. how hard bugs and dust are (in general). Also think about the forces involved when a rock collides with your car vs. when smaller, lighter objects (like dust particles) do. I don't have to speculate; I've owned my car before and after having it Opti-Guarded, and while Opti-Guard is a wonderful product, it does not provide protection against rock chips.

[raul]

Originally Posted by Subie

Think about how hard a rock is vs. how hard bugs and dust are (in general). Also think about the forces involved when a rock collides with your car vs. when smaller, lighter objects (like dust particles) do. I don't have to speculate; I've owned my car before and after having it Opti-Guarded, and while Opti-Guard is a wonderful product, it does not provide protection against rock chips.

Well, in all honesty the ease of washing made it a good enough investment for me. If it prevents any scratches it's a bonus.