Quality Clear Bra Installation in DC/MD/VA

taibanl · 10-02-2010, 08:21 PM

Just had my new e90 covered with ventureshield by Raja @ euro auto concepts. Highly recommended. He was even patient with me when I was late to pick up the vehicle. The install looks phenomenal.

1N54E92 · 10-02-2010, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by taibanl

Just had my new e90 covered with ventureshield by Raja @ euro auto concepts. Highly recommended. He was even patient with me when I was late to pick up the vehicle. The install looks phenomenal.

where are the pictures ?

Shieldze1025 · 10-02-2010, 09:47 PM

Yea Raja does great work

taibanl · 11-27-2010, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 1ntense135i

where are the pictures ?

wait till i do my audio upgrade, then I'll add

BTW, I dropped a tool box on my ventureshield today...sadly i now have a tiny dent in the quarterpanel but would have been much worse without!

1N54E92 · 11-27-2010, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by taibanl

wait till i do my audio upgrade, then I'll add

BTW, I dropped a tool box on my ventureshield today...sadly i now have a tiny dent in the quarterpanel but would have been much worse without!

Ouch !

where is the picture for that ?

I wonder if the PDR guys can fix it without removing the clear bra ? hmm

How much snow did you guys get ?

Spydeputy · 11-27-2010, 05:24 PM

H'MMMMMMmmmmmmm.

Drinkin already.

Sorry about the dent.

just back f/ 2 weeks sailing in the BVI.

What's news?

1N54E92 · 11-27-2010, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Spydeputy

H'MMMMMMmmmmmmm.

Drinkin already.

Sorry about the dent.

just back f/ 2 weeks sailing in the BVI.

What's news?

Some people know how to live the good life. Welcome back. put up some pictures, please. just the eye candies only, please !

AlpinWeiss · 12-12-2010, 05:24 PM

How much did he charge?

Spydeputy · 12-13-2010, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by AlpinWeiss

How much did he charge?

Around 1K for the front clear bra.

cb1111 · 12-15-2010, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Spydeputy

Around 1K for the front clear bra.

Uh, NO

MDyDinanM · 12-15-2010, 07:28 PM

pics?

AlpinWeiss · 12-15-2010, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by cb1111

Uh, NO

lol thank god. how much has your experience cost you? i wasn't about to pay 1k for a clearbra install. i'd do it myself at that price....

S1GNATURE · 12-16-2010, 07:47 AM

BMW in Fairfax will install for around $800.

Justin7894 · 12-17-2010, 01:36 PM

$1000.00 for Clear Bra? Are you fucking nuts?

Call Joe DeRoche at Richmond Roadblock. He did an EXCELLENT job on my oem e90 front bumper for $200.00. I'm not sure what he charges for bumper/fender/hood job, but I'm quite sure it's less than 1g.

cssnms · 12-17-2010, 01:52 PM

IMO Cliff at Auto Armour is the best in the Metro area. He will do it for less that that.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=454699

pseto · 12-17-2010, 02:51 PM

Nobody has brought up the most important point - the price is totally dependent on WHAT is being covered and HOW its done. I'd pay $1k for a custom cut job with wrapped edges, which is actually an unbelieveable price if we're talking about the entire front bumper, headlights, side mirrors, and full hood.

Most places only use pre-cut kits which is obviously cheaper and leaves edges exposed. I actually wouldn't recommend a DIY; let someone with a lot of experience install them. The better installers will warranty their work and take the time to prep the paint correctly so you won't have issues with edges unraveling.

huyner328 · 12-17-2010, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by pseto

Nobody has brought up the most important point - the price is totally dependent on WHAT is being covered and HOW its done. I'd pay $1k for a custom cut job with wrapped edges, which is actually an unbelieveable price if we're talking about the entire front bumper, headlights, side mirrors, and full hood.

Most places only use pre-cut kits which is obviously cheaper and leaves edges exposed. I actually wouldn't recommend a DIY; let someone with a lot of experience install them. The better installers will warranty their work and take the time to prep the paint correctly so you won't have issues with edges unraveling.

+1

cb1111 · 12-17-2010, 04:47 PM

Raja does an outstanding job using both precut and custom cut pieces depending on the job.

The trick is not only slapping the material on, but also preparing the surface properly - something I've never seen a dealer do properly.

You'd need to talk with Raja to get a quote on what he would charge for your specific desires but, IIRC, he did the front bumper, partial hood and fenders, door sills, splash zones on fenders, mirror caps and the top of the rear bumper (to protect from scrapes getting stuff in and out of the trunk) for substantially less than $1k.

It was a good day and a half of work.

bimmertt · 12-17-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by cb1111

Raja does an outstanding job using both precut and custom cut pieces depending on the job.

The trick is not only slapping the material on, but also preparing the surface properly - something I've never seen a dealer do properly.

You'd need to talk with Raja to get a quote on what he would charge for your specific desires but, IIRC, he did the front bumper, partial hood and fenders, door sills, splash zones on fenders, mirror caps and the top of the rear bumper (to protect from scrapes getting stuff in and out of the trunk) for substantially less than $1k.

It was a good day and a half of work.

I got a quote from Raja and it was not substantially less than $1k...not doubting his craftsmanship, but it was too expensive for me.

cssnms · 12-17-2010, 08:49 PM

Cliff at Auto Armour custom cuts his sheets and he wraps the edges. He is less than $1k. That is an insane price, unless of course he is doing a full hood and fenders. Cliff even removes the grills - see my link above. I saw Raja's work on that Lambo, not to good if you ask me. Just say'n...

Spydeputy · 12-18-2010, 04:59 AM

It was covered perfectly, hood, front fenders, bumper(top & bottom), fogs, head lights, mirrors, 4 door edge guards.
It's been 2 1/2 years now and holding up prefectly.

S1GNATURE · 12-21-2010, 08:48 AM

My ride is in the shop getting repaired after I got in a accident. While its in there am having them instal a clear bra seeing how it will be all new paint. for $800. Entire bumper, head and fog lights, about 12-15 inches up the hood and covers that same distance on the fenders, also covers the mirrors. I did ask if they used prefab kits and they said yes... but they do warrenty the work. I will post photos when I pick it up next week.

10-02-2010, 08:21 PM	#1
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12-17-2010, 01:36 PM	#14
Justin7894 Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 220 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Sport Join Date: May 2009 Location: Richmond, Virginia iTrader: (2)	$1000.00 for Clear Bra? Are you fucking nuts? Call Joe DeRoche at Richmond Roadblock. He did an EXCELLENT job on my oem e90 front bumper for $200.00. I'm not sure what he charges for bumper/fender/hood job, but I'm quite sure it's less than 1g.
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cssnms Brigadier General 208 Rep 3,175 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335d Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Murland iTrader: (4)	IMO Cliff at Auto Armour is the best in the Metro area. He will do it for less that that. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=454699
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pseto Major General 810 Rep 7,750 Posts Drives: E92 M3 ZCP, F80 M3 ZCP- beater Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Rockville, MD iTrader: (4)	Nobody has brought up the most important point - the price is totally dependent on WHAT is being covered and HOW its done. I'd pay $1k for a custom cut job with wrapped edges, which is actually an unbelieveable price if we're talking about the entire front bumper, headlights, side mirrors, and full hood. Most places only use pre-cut kits which is obviously cheaper and leaves edges exposed. I actually wouldn't recommend a DIY; let someone with a lot of experience install them. The better installers will warranty their work and take the time to prep the paint correctly so you won't have issues with edges unraveling. __________________ Paul Seto - BMW Car Club of America President, National Capital Chapter (MD/DC/NoVA) Director, National Events ///M Chapter Become a BMW CCA member; Click HERE to join and use my member #339225 for a referral Join our NCC Facebook Page
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cb1111 I ask the questions you're afraid to ask. 44 Rep 2,489 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: DC iTrader: (2)	Raja does an outstanding job using both precut and custom cut pieces depending on the job. The trick is not only slapping the material on, but also preparing the surface properly - something I've never seen a dealer do properly. You'd need to talk with Raja to get a quote on what he would charge for your specific desires but, IIRC, he did the front bumper, partial hood and fenders, door sills, splash zones on fenders, mirror caps and the top of the rear bumper (to protect from scrapes getting stuff in and out of the trunk) for substantially less than $1k. It was a good day and a half of work. __________________ I give you the answers you don't want to hear but you know deep down that I am right.
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cssnms Brigadier General 208 Rep 3,175 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335d Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Murland iTrader: (4)	Cliff at Auto Armour custom cuts his sheets and he wraps the edges. He is less than $1k. That is an insane price, unless of course he is doing a full hood and fenders. Cliff even removes the grills - see my link above. I saw Raja's work on that Lambo, not to good if you ask me. Just say'n...
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12-21-2010, 08:48 AM	#22
S1GNATURE OIF VET 25 Rep 186 Posts Drives: 2013 Nissan Pathfinder Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Sneads Ferry, NC iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 328i [0.00]	Clear Bra Instal My ride is in the shop getting repaired after I got in a accident. While its in there am having them instal a clear bra seeing how it will be all new paint. for $800. Entire bumper, head and fog lights, about 12-15 inches up the hood and covers that same distance on the fenders, also covers the mirrors. I did ask if they used prefab kits and they said yes... but they do warrenty the work. I will post photos when I pick it up next week. __________________ 2008 AW E92 NA- SOLD Saving For my ///M
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