Camaro Rewrapped in Avery Pearl White with Blue 3m Vinyl Accents

The beauty about automotive films and vinyls is that you can drastically change the look of your vehicle for a fraction of what it would cost to repaint it. Also, its removable! Take for example this beautiful ZL1 Camaro. It's black, with blue vinyl accents. Let's back up just a second first.

The owner wanted to surprise his wife for their wedding Anniversary while they were away. He arranged to have the car dropped off at our location in Scottsdale, Arizona, where we began to clean up the exterior in preparation for the full color-change.

We carefully removed door panels, rear view mirrors, door handles, hood and trunk emblems, rear spoiler, and rear bumper to ensure the most seamless install possible. This creates the illusion that the car is in-deed painted the color, but in actuality it is just vinyl overtop of the paint!

Partially wrapped, rear bumper and other pieces removed for a tucked, seamless appearance

New vinyl stripes printed to lay over the pearl white vinyl

His wife was obviously stunned when she saw her camaro transformed. Upon completing the wrap install, we performed a very mild polish to the vinyl to remove any fine abrasions that were put in during the install. We then topped the vinyl with Ceramic Pro. This adds protection to the vinyl as well as possesses it with easy-cleaning and hydrophobic properties. For more about Ceramic Pro, click here!

The 2016 Corvette Z06 Makeover Detail

This Corvette Z06 came to us as any other "ordinary" (if you'd call it that) Laguna blue vette, and left as a one-of-a-kind masterpiece designed by our client with a little influence from our artistic eye.

Receiving our stage 2 paint correction to remove any imperfections in the finish from the factory, the result was simply stunning. Surprisingly, compared to other vehicles in the industry the corvette C7/Stingray/Z06 come from the factory with very few blemishes in comparison with high-end brands such as Ferrari, Mclaren, and even Tesla.  

Next, a post-operative rinse to ensure compound and polish dust is rid from the surface. After blowing dry with our filtered, heated blower, we proceeded to begin the XPEL Ultimate paint protection film install on the full nose which includes hood, bumper, front fenders and mirrors.

Fitted and tucked installation of XPEL Ultimate Self-Healing Film on Full Nose: Best protection against rock chips!

Next, the orange vinyl accents along the exterior carbon fiber front splitter, side skirts, louvers and hood were applied. We color-matched as close as possible to the factory carbon flash hood scoop to vinyl wrap the hood along one of the body lines with 3M gloss black metallic. The front emblem was also removed & reinstalled to ensure the cleanest aesthetic look.

Mid-install of vinyl on hood prior to fine trimming

The windows were also tinted in Suntek HP 5%. This alone completely changed the look and aggression-factor of this beauty! 

Rear window film shrinking process prior to installation

Post-install of window-tint, vinyl, and clear bra, we gave it yet another wash to remove any dust or smudges from the surface to give the car a final prep prior to applying Ceramic Pro.

Receiving our Ceramic Pro Silver Package, waxing or any form of paint protection will no longer be necessary for the next 5 years. With our protective paint coatings, your vehicle will stay cleaner longer, possess scratch resistant properties, and always have that brand-new shine after each and every wash. Our client was literally speechless upon delivery. Contact Arizona's premier detailing company for all your high-end luxury, exotic, and economy needs. From paint correction, vinyl wraps, window tint or paint protection film, we can design a package that will protect and enhance your vehicle like its never been before.

2012 Ferrari California protected with XPEL Ultimate Film and Ceramic Pro

Our client came to us and expressed his fastidiousness towards his car collection. Right off the bat we knew he was a car guy; we thought, 'who better to detail your vehicle than fastidious car guys like ourselves, right?'

The car receiving the love? A beautiful 2012 Ferrari California in Bianco Avus (White). There were a few areas where there was paint protection film applied, namely on the rear portion rocker panels near the air ducts, and along the trailing edges of each fender to aid against rock chips. Tarnished and yellowed from age, we removed them using heat. Any residue left behind was cleaned off using adhesive remover.

Old film tarnished and yellowed on driver rear inner fender-well

Action shot of owner Christian Parker removing old film

Aged paint protection film on lower rocker panel

Once all the old film was removed, we proceeded to perform our signature paint correction. This process involves multiple stages of compounding and polishing to remove scratches by re-leveling the clear-coat. This yields 90+% imperfection removal, leaving a high-gloss, near flawless finish. For more information on what paint correction is, visit our paint correction page here.

Before: Scratches and imperfections caused from improper washing and care.

After paint correction: no scratches or swirl marks

Paint Correction Process underway

Much of the grime and scuffs that occurred from daily driving were removed using spot sanding and polishing in the rocker panels.

Before

After

Before: Visible scratches which hinder reflection

After Paint Correction

XPEL Ultimate Self Healing Film was installed on the entire front nose of the vehicle, including the hood, front bumper, headlights, front fenders and mirrors. Also protected were the rocker panels and rear boot lid where the convertible hard top rests against when in the closed position. XPEL was also custom-cut and fit for the entire rear bumper. Unlike many companies and dealerships, we custom plot our film to tuck and roll edgesto have as seamless of an install possible. This way dirt and other variables have less chance of creating that 'dirt line' we all have seen form on PPF seams overtime. Paint protection film is the ultimate form of protection against rock chips and other variables your vehicle is exposed to on a daily basis that can damage its finish. For more information on paint protection film, click here.

XPEL laid over hood prior to installation process

Paint Protection Film tucked around Ferrari Shield makes for an extremely clean and seamless install

Our XPEL technician laying film out to custom-fit the rear bumper installation

Beginning stages of fine cutting to fit

Heat is applied to ensure film edges adhere and moisture removed

Upon installation of XPEL, the entire exterior was protected with Ceramic Pro. The painted areas received 9H and Light, and the film-covered areas were protected with two layers of Light. Having paint protection film coated with Ceramic Pro takes away the tacky-feeling that film possesses, providing the film with more paint-like properties. This aids tremendously when cleaning up the vehicle. Bugs, tar, bird droppings wash off with ease.

Ceramic Pro 9H application on roof

Ceramic Pro Light application on XPEL Film on hood

Ceramic Pro Wheel & Caliper applied to all 4 wheel faces. This prevents brake dust build-up, and makes for easy cleaning!

Leather interior deep-cleaned and all leather protected with Ceramic Pro 'Leather'. Alcantara inserts protected with Ceramic Pro 'Textile'.

High-Gloss finish achieved through proper paint correction procedures and Ceramic Pro. White never shined so bright!

At last, once the client came to take delivery of his now-mint Ferrari California, he didn't want to drive it! Corrected and protected, this 4 year old Ferrari looks better than the day it rolled off the show-room floor. We'd like to thank our client as well as the rest of our clients and friends who support us! We strive daily to deliver the best quality and customer satisfaction the Detail BOSS brand is known for.

Enjoy a few after shots in the sun as well as the epic film production below. Until next time, happy detailing!

-DB