Car wrap instead of paint?

[aloshan]

Hey guys

Did a search and haven't seen a thread about this. Because of my countless problems I haven't really had the time nor money to properly work on my cars exterior yet. I plan to do a respray after my car is running 100% (after the r154 conversion, standalone and tune is done). This is at least 6 months away.

My question is, is it possible to use the carbon fibre or matt black wrap to wrap your entire car as a temporary solution?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/OEM-3D-Carbon-Fibre-Vinyl-car-wrap-750mm-x-1520mm-carbon-fiber-and-detailing-/190577568040?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2c5f4ee928

Ive seen it used on just bonnets and boots but is it possible to use on an entire car , or is it just not feasible financially or otherwise? If it can be done, it seems like a good temporary solution...

 

[bioskyline]

i guess i could be done. but to buy enough to cover a car, you could just paint it with tremclad spray cans for less to make it look good for the time being. seems like a waste to me, if your gonna just remove it to pain in 6 months-a year

 

[OfnaRcR4]

It still cost a lot

 

[IJ.]

V8Supercars are wrapped...

To do even a half assed job it's going to cost about the same as a cheap paint job...

 

[BorHor]

I had my S13 convertible wrapped in cheap vinyl before. The cost of doing it will depend on the quality of material you use. If you do the wrap your self the cost won't be too bad but expect to spend 1-2 hours a panel. If you are going to pay some one to do it expect to pay as much as a full paint job. So if you are going to get your car painted in a few months then just hold out. Oh also the cheaper the material you buy the more of a pain it is to remove off the car too. Just something to keep in mind.

Here is a pic of it.

The bumper and side skirts did not get wrapped.

 

[te72]

Don't think I've ever seen an S13 vert done up nicely before, they always seem to fall by the wayside of time and disrepair. Nice job there Bor.

As for wrapping the Mk3, in my experience, it's both more feasible financially and time-wise, to just save up, and do what you want to be PERMANENT the first time around. Like buying bigger injectors, in this day and age, why buy 440's, then 550's, then 750's, etc... until you finally get it right? Seems like a waste of both time and money, doesn't it?

 

[aloshan]

Don't think I've ever seen an S13 vert done up nicely before, they always seem to fall by the wayside of time and disrepair. Nice job there Bor.

As for wrapping the Mk3, in my experience, it's both more feasible financially and time-wise, to just save up, and do what you want to be PERMANENT the first time around. Like buying bigger injectors, in this day and age, why buy 440's, then 550's, then 750's, etc... until you finally get it right? Seems like a waste of both time and money, doesn't it?

true this. do it once and do it right, especially with mk3's

 

[te72]

true this. do it once and do it right, especially with mk3's

Well there's the answer to your question sir.

It can be hard to put up with a car that you know could be better looking (trust me, I know the feeling every time I walk by the Mk2, which is every day...), but all good things to those that wait, right?

 

[Poodles]

Also, it's basicly a big sticker. If your paint is oxidized, it's not going to really stick...

 

[aloshan]

ok got quoted $2800 from carbon demon. Respray is definitely a better choice