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Alubeam Chrome Matte 26 45.61%
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      09-06-2014, 11:25 PM   #1
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Which Color Satin Wrap Should I Choose? RIP Satin Chrome

Satin Chrome is the color that has been chosen for the exterior. Here are some pics in the mean time to let everyone know work has been and is being done . Thank you everyone for all your positive feedback and support!

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Alubeam Matte Chrome
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Frozen Cashmere Silver
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Alubeam Matte Chrome
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Yeah, I really was leaning towards those colors because they seemed most unique/elegant. Thanks for the feedback .
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Alubeam Matte Chrome
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I am absolutely not a fan of silver, but this does look pretty sweet.
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The "Matte Chrome" is a little misleading because it looks as if some rainbow effect on front bumper, makes it look like candy coated morph color, I think that's just a reflection, but still, even with that it looked a little odd, not uniform, just too white.
PS: your current color is still amazing, maybe save your money for down the line when your paint is not as good as it is now.
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@opasha, what is the cost to do this?
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The "Matte Chrome" is a little misleading because it looks as if some rainbow effect on front bumper, makes it look like candy coated morph color, I think that's just a reflection, but still, even with that it looked a little odd, not uniform, just too white.
PS: your current color is still amazing, maybe save your money for down the line when your paint is not as good as it is now.
You're right, it was a reflection of the people taking the picture. I just changed that pic so it is perceived better now.

I do agree about my current color being amazing, and that is really sound advice. I want to protect the current paint. I figure do C-quartz or try something really different/unique since my interior will be unique.
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@opasha, what is the cost to do this?
My buddy quoted me between $1400-$1600 depending on the material I choose and how difficult certain parts of the vehicle will be to wrap. I figure, if I go this route, I should wrap the X-Line lower front black bumper/wheel arches/running boards/lower rear black bumper? What do you guys think? Wrap the X-Line trim or only the Metallic White paint?
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It's the Frozen for me.

One question; how durable are the wraps? What happens with stone chips or Numpty's that open their car door onto your wing and leave a tiny dent?
How easy or difficult are they to maintain?
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It's the Frozen for me.

One question; how durable are the wraps? What happens with stone chips or Numpty's that open their car door onto your wing and leave a tiny dent?
How easy or difficult are they to maintain?
Alubeam Matte Chrome go for it. amazing wrap, and color, unique.
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It's the Frozen for me.

One question; how durable are the wraps? What happens with stone chips or Numpty's that open their car door onto your wing and leave a tiny dent?
How easy or difficult are they to maintain?
Thanks for the input, @Baunton .

I honestly have no idea. I'm reading different vehicle forums now regarding everything about wraps. I'll ask my buddy in detail tomorrow.
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In case anyone was wondering what actual Alubeam Silver color looks like on a car, I think this video does a great job on the SLS:



The Alubeam Matte Chrome and Frozen Cashmere Silver are definitely my top two choices at the moment. Appreciate the feedback, everyone!
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Not silver, but how about Frozen Blue......

http://www.restyleit.ca/matte-metall...e-bmw-3-series

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I vote cashmere.

However, I also think that waiting is a good idea. Perhaps until you get the feeling that you want a new car just because you're tired of the color. Then bam! New car (kinda).
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Omar I like the Frozen Cashmere Silver. Super hot and elegant!

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The gold package. Classy! Really, its burning my eyes.

Doesn't that look a lot like a matte version of the Austin Yellow that they're putting on M3/4s?
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Not silver, but how about Frozen Blue......

http://www.restyleit.ca/matte-metall...e-bmw-3-series

Outstanding!
Haha, I can't tell if you're serious or not. That blue is definitely nicer, but after I saw this, I'm steering clear of it: http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1002137. Looks kinda cheap in my opinion, and that takes a lot for me to say because blue is my favorite color .
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I vote cashmere.

However, I also think that waiting is a good idea. Perhaps until you get the feeling that you want a new car just because you're tired of the color. Then bam! New car (kinda).
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Omar I like the Frozen Cashmere Silver. Super hot and elegant!

Joe
Yeah, the Frozen Cashmere is really nice and elegant. @Barbja, you're right, waiting might be a good idea also. After I put the 6WB in and get my interior finished, I'll see where I'm at with this project idea .
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The gold package. Classy! Really, its burning my eyes.

Doesn't that look a lot like a matte version of the Austin Yellow that they're putting on M3/4s?
Haha, that's really funny, because I was looking at ALL the new M3/M4 colors trying to get ideas http://www.crunchize.com/bmw-m4-coup...nd-old-school/. It does remind me of a Frozen Austin Yellow for sure, just a tad more yellow hue.
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Opasha please give us an extensive review of 6wb option once installed! Wait out on the color is my advice! Interesting thread and responses! Cheers!
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Opasha please give us an extensive review of 6wb option once installed! Wait out on the color is my advice! Interesting thread and responses! Cheers!
Will do, my friend . Yeah, I just wanted to get everyone's opinion before making any big decision regarding the exterior. Appreciate the feedback!
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Do you guys have a video of the application process, I am really curious as to how they get it done so nicely and evenly throughout the vehicle, and at 1500 it seriously sounds like a bargain.
Like Baunton, I am also curious about durability, especially from parking lot dings & dents as well as rocks on the road. Because at the price, you can always go with the cheapest paint on stock vehicle and get this done, it's really awesome.
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Do you guys have a video of the application process, I am really curious as to how they get it done so nicely and evenly throughout the vehicle, and at 1500 it seriously sounds like a bargain.
Like Baunton, I am also curious about durability, especially from parking lot dings & dents as well as rocks on the road. Because at the price, you can always go with the cheapest paint on stock vehicle and get this done, it's really awesome.
I've read a couple forums saying it's pretty durable depending on the quality of wrap you get...3M is pretty good. I still want to know more details. I'll call my friend right now and see if he has time to explain or else I'll talk to him tomorrow regarding all your questions. Also, it looks really good if you get it done right. Here's a video on an m3:

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