3M wrap vs. Xpel? Feedback appreciated

[acuRAS82]

I’m trying to help a friend who knows I like cars and asked what I know nothing about. She just got a red Tesla and found a detailer who will apply either 3M or Xpel. She’s also wondering if it’s worth it to coat whatever wrap she chooses.

anyone who can provide me generic information about
- pros and cons of wraps,
- 3M vs Xpel, feedback on either or both
- why people top wraps with coatings

would be very appreciated by this person.

thank you!

 

[FUNX650]

XPel Ultimate Plus. ‘Nuff said.


Bob

 

[Justin at Final Inspection]

Agreed. Xpel Ultimate and yes it doesn't hurt to coat it

 

[acuRAS82]

Are these wraps generally put on all the paint or just front end?

 

[vobro]

I have Xpel Ultimate on full front bumper,whole hood,mirror caps and a-pillar. It's 5 years old and I absolutely love it, I tow a lot and for sure would be looking at really bad road rash if not for the film. I have had a variation of CQUK on it since new, I like the coating for the same reasons you'd use it on paint i.e. self cleaning,easier to wash and ease of removing heavy bug death

 

[FUNX650]

Are these wraps generally put on all the paint
or just front end?

I put it on what has been judged,
shown, and/or proven to be:
All the vulnerable areas.

(These areas will often vary from one
vehicle model to another vehicle model.)


Bob