Where should I buy Gloss Black Vinyl Wrap?

JS82 · 02-20-2011, 09:21 PM

Hi everyone.
I want to buy the BMW Performance Gloss Black Grills for my jet black E92.
I currently have the Chrome window trim and want to wrap it in gloss black vinyl to match the grills.
Where can I buy the vinyl that will color match the Performance grills?

TXe92 · 02-23-2011, 11:26 AM

bump for this post because I was wondering the same thing.. its REALLY bothering me

BoostedE90 · 02-23-2011, 12:08 PM

http://bmwshadowline.com/index.html

TXe92 · 02-23-2011, 02:27 PM

I assume you guys are doing 2 rolls of the 3" width? Thanks for letting me pick your brains..

kmoto · 02-23-2011, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by TXe92

I assume you guys are doing 2 rolls of the 3" width? Thanks for letting me pick your brains..

One roll should be enough if you're handy and meticulous during DIY's. Biggest thing with this install is patience.

Do yourself a favor and spend the extra ~$5 to get the wider roll (4", I think?). It gives you more vinyl to wrap around the bend of the window trim. A blow dryer/heat gun is definitely handy when working on that area but not mandatory as the material is pretty pliable.

Just take your time! Good luck sir

TXe92 · 02-23-2011, 02:37 PM

Perfect... thanks for the advice.. I'll take it!

JS82 · 02-23-2011, 04:20 PM

Appreciate the help!

TXe92 · 02-23-2011, 04:24 PM

just ordered the matte finish.. hope it looks ok on my jet black coupe..

JS82 · 02-23-2011, 04:46 PM

I'll go with gloss black.
TXe92: Hope you get the matte black grills because the Perfomance grills are glossy.

kmoto · 02-23-2011, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by TXe92

Perfect... thanks for the advice.. I'll take it!

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Originally Posted by JS82

Appreciate the help!

No problem. That's what we're all here for. Hope it works out for you guys. Just don't get frustrated and take your time. Especially around that bend

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Originally Posted by JS82

I'll go with gloss black.
TXe92: Hope you get the matte black grills because the Perfomance grills are glossy.

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Originally Posted by TXe92

just ordered the matte finish.. hope it looks ok on my jet black coupe..

I have a jb e92 (murdered) and actually have had both the gloss and matte on my car. Here's my take on the two for what it's worth:

Gloss:
(+) Gives the car a nice sporty look, definitely sleeker/more aggressive
(- ) Because of how the light will reflect off of it, it shows every little imperfection you may have in your trim. My car is CPO and has it's share of nicks and scratches, so I would know. Ha

Matte:
(+) Doesn't show trim imperfections, the trim has a VERY "smooth" appearance to it. Classy look
( -) For me personally, it stands out a "tiny" bit from the rest of my car but that's only because it's so "black." It's definitely growing on me though!

To each their own and you can't go wrong with either choice! Good luck

JS82 · 02-23-2011, 05:57 PM

I'm lucky, my window trim is in perfect condition, so I hope it'll look alright once it's wrapped.
Ordered the Performance grills and the wrap today

mxhondarider832 · 03-04-2011, 04:50 AM

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Originally Posted by TXe92

just ordered the matte finish.. hope it looks ok on my jet black coupe..

Dont worry it will look awesome! Just take your time when putting it on. Here is my 335 with the matte finish

stockblock · 03-06-2015, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mxhondarider832

Dont worry it will look awesome! Just take your time when putting it on. Here is my 335 with the matte finish

love it are the 162s plasti dipped or painted ?

02-20-2011, 09:21 PM	#1
JS82 Captain 31 Rep 659 Posts Drives: '08 E92 328i 6MT Jet Black Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA USA iTrader: (12)	Where should I buy Gloss Black Vinyl Wrap? Hi everyone. I want to buy the BMW Performance Gloss Black Grills for my jet black E92. I currently have the Chrome window trim and want to wrap it in gloss black vinyl to match the grills. Where can I buy the vinyl that will color match the Performance grills?
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JS82 Captain 31 Rep 659 Posts Drives: '08 E92 328i 6MT Jet Black Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA USA iTrader: (12)	I'll go with gloss black. TXe92: Hope you get the matte black grills because the Perfomance grills are glossy.
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JS82 Captain 31 Rep 659 Posts Drives: '08 E92 328i 6MT Jet Black Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA USA iTrader: (12)	I'm lucky, my window trim is in perfect condition, so I hope it'll look alright once it's wrapped. Ordered the Performance grills and the wrap today
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