Expel 3M Clear Bra

NAWT · 01-10-2006, 07:24 PM

I am having an expel clear bra kit installed on my car - standard hood and mirrors and bumper and spoiler -- $510 installed.

Anyone had any experience? 3M warrants against fading and cracking or 3 years - they will have installer reapply if needed.

RichReg · 01-10-2006, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by NAWT

I am having an expel clear bra kit installed on my car - standard hood and mirrors and bumper and spoiler -- $510 installed.

Anyone had any experience? 3M warrants against fading and cracking or 3 years - they will have installer reapply if needed.

Great product.
Had it installed on my E90 330 this past summer, but its also been on my E46 323Ci for more than 5 years.
Has yet to look faded;;worth the money in my book.

For $510, you should make sure you get the extended coverage,
which goes about two feet or so up the hood (past the Roundel).

SCA · 01-10-2006, 08:02 PM

That's a good price.

I got quoted $821.99 (includes sales tax) from an Xpel dealer today.

NAWT · 01-10-2006, 08:06 PM

I saw a CLS with a clear film on it the other day. The film had started to yellow (on a white car). Does dirt or wax build up at the leading edges?

RichReg · 01-10-2006, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by NAWT

I saw a CLS with a clear film on it the other day. The film had started to yellow (on a white car). Does dirt or wax build up at the leading edges?

Not if you take care of it....shouldn't use plastic cleaners like Armor-All.

NAWT · 01-10-2006, 08:24 PM

I am planning on using FK products that are receiving good reviews on the detail post. I believe that the clear bra has a clear coat.

PristineAutowerks · 01-10-2006, 10:00 PM

I am planning on using FK products that are receiving good reviews on the detail post. I believe that the clear bra has a clear coat.

Ask your installer if he using the newest 3M film. It was released in December 2005 and even better than the older film.

As a protectant, i recommend Plexus.

Christopher

IllinoisE90 · 01-11-2006, 08:54 AM

I had the newest version of the 3M product installed about a month ago. It looks great.

My installer said I could use the Zaino products on it as well.

monsosa22 · 01-12-2006, 09:12 PM

Check out http://www.invisiblemask.com/site.html the extended coverage fender, grill and bumper kit totals out at $429. They say they will match and beat any competitor by 10% on price, plus they ship for free!!

AeroTect · 01-17-2006, 03:37 PM

In the Los Angeles area? AeroTect will install a Clear bra on your 330 for $474.64 out the door. (866) 388-AERO www.aerotect.net

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NAWT NAWT 13 Rep 113 Posts Drives: 2008 335 6-speed SP/Prem Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chapel Hill NC iTrader: (2)	Expel 3M Clear Bra I am having an expel clear bra kit installed on my car - standard hood and mirrors and bumper and spoiler -- $510 installed. Anyone had any experience? 3M warrants against fading and cracking or 3 years - they will have installer reapply if needed.
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SCA Brigadier General 565 Rep 3,742 Posts Drives: Multiple BMWs Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: 🇺🇸 iTrader: (0)	That's a good price. I got quoted $821.99 (includes sales tax) from an Xpel dealer today.
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NAWT NAWT 13 Rep 113 Posts Drives: 2008 335 6-speed SP/Prem Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chapel Hill NC iTrader: (2)	Thanks- I will post pics when it's done. I saw a CLS with a clear film on it the other day. The film had started to yellow (on a white car). Does dirt or wax build up at the leading edges?
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NAWT NAWT 13 Rep 113 Posts Drives: 2008 335 6-speed SP/Prem Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chapel Hill NC iTrader: (2)	Can you use polish and wax like on paint? I am planning on using FK products that are receiving good reviews on the detail post. I believe that the clear bra has a clear coat.
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PristineAutowerks New Member 0 Rep 15 Posts Drives: 2 door hatch Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New York/ New Jersey iTrader: (0)	I am planning on using FK products that are receiving good reviews on the detail post. I believe that the clear bra has a clear coat. Ask your installer if he using the newest 3M film. It was released in December 2005 and even better than the older film. As a protectant, i recommend Plexus. Christopher
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IllinoisE90 New Member 0 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Maryville, IL iTrader: (0)	I had the newest version of the 3M product installed about a month ago. It looks great. My installer said I could use the Zaino products on it as well. __________________ 2006 325i/Black Sapphire/Terra/Poplar/Prem Package/Cold Weather Package/Xenon Adaptive/Steptronic/Heated Seats/Prem Sound/Sirius
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monsosa22 New Member 0 Rep 24 Posts Drives: totalled 330, M3 on order! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	Check out http://www.invisiblemask.com/site.html the extended coverage fender, grill and bumper kit totals out at $429. They say they will match and beat any competitor by 10% on price, plus they ship for free!! __________________ Say goodnight to the BAD GUY !
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AeroTect New Member 3 Rep 24 Posts Drives: BMW 330i black Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: La Verne,CA iTrader: (0)	In the Los Angeles area? AeroTect will install a Clear bra on your 330 for $474.64 out the door. (866) 388-AERO www.aerotect.net
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