Which Color Satin Wrap Should I Choose? RIP Satin Chrome

barcelona · 11-23-2014, 05:52 PM

Opasha, how does it look it person, pic is sharp? Like a brand new car OMR Individual.
Thx for the sneak peak. Awaiting the carbon surrounding the exhaust.

opasha · 11-23-2014, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by barcelona

Opasha, how does it look it person, pic is sharp? Like a brand new car OMR Individual.
Thx for the sneak peak. Awaiting the carbon surrounding the exhaust.

Yeah the latest pic is in the dark garage with my Note 4. It's a solid picture but lighting was poor. I'll have professional photos once it is done to truly capture it. In person, it looks amazing. I really fell in love with the color. The wrap feels like OEM paint. My pleasure

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Wobbles · 11-23-2014, 06:03 PM

wood is good.

@opasha, your father is a wise man my friend...

And thanks for the sneak peek pics - I have to echo the sentiments here: it looks really classy, not after market at all! Well done!

opasha · 11-23-2014, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Wobbles

wood is good.

@opasha, your father is a wise man my friend...

And thanks for the sneak peek pics - I have to echo the sentiments here: it looks really classy, not after market at all! Well done!

The funny thing about my father is...he's so simple that he wouldn't even understand the joke himself

. He was being straight literal, haha. However, yes, he is actually quite a wise man. I respect him a lot.

You are most welcome, my friend. Thank you very much for the positive comments as always. This is one of the biggest reasons why I do what I do and share what I share. You guys are great

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Roundown · 11-24-2014, 06:28 AM

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I was able to stop by the shop tonight to see the progress. He told me the entire Satin Chrome Exterior will be done by tomorrow. The only thing left will be the new 3K carbon fiber that is coming Monday, since the previous one sent was the wrong material (thus the chemical reaction - it wasn't true 3k carbon fiber). Everything should be done Tuesday. Hopefully I can get pictures taken that same day, but if not Wednesday they will be up for sure. Sorry for the long wait everyone, trust me I feel it too! Here's a little picture update

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Looks great. Seems to have greater presence w/ the wrap.

SUV55 · 11-24-2014, 07:00 AM

Really like the how the wrap and the rims compliment each other. Very sharp.

OuKEnFoLdMX · 11-24-2014, 10:01 AM

i wanna see that x5 fully wrapped, it looks great that color, excelent choice you made opasha, i start searching for some wraps for my self, i just wanna see the final result.

opasha · 11-24-2014, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by cSurf

Looks great. Seems to have greater presence w/ the wrap.

Thanks @cSurf. It definitely adds an aggressive yet elegant look, which I'm happy with.

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Originally Posted by SUV55

Really like the how the wrap and the rims compliment eachother. Very sharp.

I agree George

. That's one of the reasons I also liked this color. It flows well with the satin accents, titanium grille, aluminum bumper parts, and wheels. Thank you.

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Originally Posted by OuKEnFoLdMX

i wanna see that x5 fully wrapped, it looks great that color, excelent choice you made opasha, i start searching for some wraps for my self, i just wanna see the final result.

My friend said he hopes it will be done by tomorrow since the final parts (Oracle LED lights and new 3k carbon fiber) were supposed to arrive today. I haven't heard back from him today, so I don't even know if it's tomorrow or Tuesday.

The one unfortunate part is this. His professional photographer won't be able to come until this coming weekend. I know the community has been waiting. Should I wait till he can take the photos or should I take some myself? I'd love to wait so that the car can really be captured the best way, but I'm not terrible with my Canon G16. What do you all think?

opasha · 11-24-2014, 11:21 PM

Winter Storm watch where I live! 8-10 inches of snow coming on Wednesday! I hope this won't delay things. Perfect timing, right?

On the bright side, at least I get to test my 22" Delinte tires in the snow

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UPDATE: More delays. The companies promised the lights and the new 3k carbon fiber would be here by today, but nothing showed up. My friend and I are both very frustrated

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CrockettHood · 11-25-2014, 09:05 AM

The anticipation is killing us so I know you have to be extremely frustrated.

opasha · 11-25-2014, 12:45 PM

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The anticipation is killing us so I know you have to be extremely frustrated.

I am. I just hope the weather doesn't mess things up with the delivery, etc.

opasha · 11-27-2014, 04:12 AM

The whole exterior is done except the bumpers (the carbon fiber/resin has to be done first before they can be wrapped and there was a delay in the carbon fiber shipment - that's what I'm waiting on STILL), flares, and running boards. He wants to wrap everything together when the carbon fiber arrives. For now, here updated pics from tonight:

Terp335 · 11-27-2014, 06:00 AM

Wow. That's looking awesome! Can't wait to see the entire thing done. Do the door jams get wrapped as well so you essentially never see or notice the original color anywhere on the car?

opasha · 11-27-2014, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Terp335

Wow. That's looking awesome! Can't wait to see the entire thing done. Do the door jams get wrapped as well so you essentially never see or notice the original color anywhere on the car?

Thanks, man

. Yes, door jambs are already wrapped so there will be none of the Mineral White paint exposed.

CrockettHood · 11-27-2014, 06:22 PM

That is looking amazing. Make sure you hook us up with some HD pics with good lighting when you get it all done!

opasha · 11-27-2014, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CrockettHood

That is looking amazing. Make sure you hook us up with some HD pics with good lighting when you get it all done!

Trust me, that is the plan. These are only "journal" pics as I get updates so that everyone can at least get some satisfaction, lol. They don't do the wrap justice at all. Only one of them was from my Note 4 (the fourth pic with the white door - thus how clear it is). The rest were from my friend's old S3 that he sent me each time I asked for updates. I'm going to find a good place with great lighting that really captures the wrap well and post a new thread of all the changes. After that, I will write up a DIY for changing steering wheels. Thanks for the positive comments, @CrockettHood. I'm sure many members are disappointed about the delay, lol. Sometimes, things are out of our hands, so just gotta be patient and hope for the best.

oshiri · 11-27-2014, 09:04 PM

im not sure how your car was badged earlier, but leaving it debadged might be good!

opasha · 11-27-2014, 09:22 PM

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im not sure how your car was badged earlier, but leaving it debadged might be good!

It had Xdrive 50i on the sides. I actually like having my badges because it's a 50i

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turbotoy4me · 11-28-2014, 12:13 AM

Looking good Opasha. Cant wait for the final product and pictures. I am sure it will be awesome like everything you do.. !!

opasha · 11-28-2014, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by turbotoy4me

Looking good Opasha. Cant wait for the final product and pictures. I am sure it will be awesome like everything you do.. !!

Thanks, buddy! I sure hope so

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ramsal · 11-28-2014, 10:30 AM

Wow....i don't typically like the mat finish, but I must admit that this is looking awesome. Really highlights the lines of the vehicle - I like it!

Not sure if you guys already went over this but what does the maintenance of this finish look like? Do you need to wash it with anything special? Wax?

CrockettHood · 11-28-2014, 11:26 AM

The wait will be well worth it. Plus, you can rest easy knowing it is being done with great attention to detail.

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11-23-2014, 05:52 PM	#177
barcelona Major 271 Rep 1,417 Posts Drives: X Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Opasha, how does it look it person, pic is sharp? Like a brand new car OMR Individual. Thx for the sneak peak. Awaiting the carbon surrounding the exhaust.
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11-23-2014, 06:03 PM	#179
Wobbles Second Lieutenant 298 Rep 286 Posts Drives: F02, F13, F15 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Singapore iTrader: (0)	wood is good. @opasha, your father is a wise man my friend... And thanks for the sneak peek pics - I have to echo the sentiments here: it looks really classy, not after market at all! Well done!
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11-24-2014, 07:00 AM	#182
SUV55 Second Lieutenant 42 Rep 258 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 35D Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	Really like the how the wrap and the rims compliment each other. Very sharp. Last edited by SUV55; 11-24-2014 at 02:05 PM..
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OuKEnFoLdMX Private First Class 26 Rep 156 Posts Drives: BMW F15 Join Date: May 2009 Location: mexico iTrader: (0)	i wanna see that x5 fully wrapped, it looks great that color, excelent choice you made opasha, i start searching for some wraps for my self, i just wanna see the final result.
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Which Color Satin Wrap Should I Choose? RIP Satin Chrome

11-24-2014, 11:21 PM	#185
opasha Brigadier General 1329 Rep 3,990 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X5 50i Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	Winter Storm watch where I live! 8-10 inches of snow coming on Wednesday! I hope this won't delay things. Perfect timing, right? On the bright side, at least I get to test my 22" Delinte tires in the snow . UPDATE: More delays. The companies promised the lights and the new 3k carbon fiber would be here by today, but nothing showed up. My friend and I are both very frustrated . __________________ 2014 X5 50i X-Line // Mineral White Last edited by opasha; 11-25-2014 at 02:21 AM..
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11-25-2014, 09:05 AM	#186
CrockettHood Enlisted Member 10 Rep 43 Posts Drives: Porsche Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: ATL iTrader: (0)	The anticipation is killing us so I know you have to be extremely frustrated.
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11-27-2014, 04:12 AM	#188
opasha Brigadier General 1329 Rep 3,990 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X5 50i Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	The whole exterior is done except the bumpers (the carbon fiber/resin has to be done first before they can be wrapped and there was a delay in the carbon fiber shipment - that's what I'm waiting on STILL), flares, and running boards. He wants to wrap everything together when the carbon fiber arrives. For now, here updated pics from tonight: __________________ 2014 X5 50i X-Line // Mineral White
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11-27-2014, 06:00 AM	#189
Terp335 First Lieutenant 116 Rep 381 Posts Drives: E90 2011 335i M Sport Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: No VA iTrader: (0)	Wow. That's looking awesome! Can't wait to see the entire thing done. Do the door jams get wrapped as well so you essentially never see or notice the original color anywhere on the car?
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11-27-2014, 06:22 PM	#191
CrockettHood Enlisted Member 10 Rep 43 Posts Drives: Porsche Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: ATL iTrader: (0)	That is looking amazing. Make sure you hook us up with some HD pics with good lighting when you get it all done!
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11-27-2014, 09:04 PM	#193
oshiri Private 24 Rep 78 Posts Drives: F15 X5 30d Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	im not sure how your car was badged earlier, but leaving it debadged might be good!
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11-28-2014, 12:13 AM	#195
turbotoy4me Captain 131 Rep 752 Posts Drives: 2020 X5 M50i Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Berthoud, CO iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 Porsche Macan ... [0.00] 2017 BMW i3 [0.00] 2020 BMW [0.00]	Looking good Opasha. Cant wait for the final product and pictures. I am sure it will be awesome like everything you do.. !! __________________ 2020 X5 M50i 2015 Porsche Macan Turbo 2017 BMW i3 Tera World
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11-28-2014, 10:30 AM	#197
ramsal Second Lieutenant 58 Rep 251 Posts Drives: 2017 X5 & 2018 M3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Wow....i don't typically like the mat finish, but I must admit that this is looking awesome. Really highlights the lines of the vehicle - I like it! Not sure if you guys already went over this but what does the maintenance of this finish look like? Do you need to wash it with anything special? Wax?
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11-28-2014, 11:26 AM	#198
CrockettHood Enlisted Member 10 Rep 43 Posts Drives: Porsche Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: ATL iTrader: (0)	The wait will be well worth it. Plus, you can rest easy knowing it is being done with great attention to detail.
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