Opinions wanted....
Opinions wanted....
serious thread and question. 2017 Accord Sport. Thinking of getting the roof wrapped gloss black. Windows have 15% tint and I don't plan on any mods. Yes nor no?
Instead of all black, would you consider Carbon fiber? I've heard the new CF wraps, like the "5D" stuff, looks super realistic these days. I've only seen pictures of the stuff up close and it does look pretty good. I'm going to order a few sample pieces from a couple places just to see how I feel about it, in person. I was never a fan of the faux CF look, like the "3D" stuff, that also has a weird texture to it. I'm hoping this new stuff makes me change my mind. It has a nice high gloss layer on top, making it look pretty real. The nice thing is that samples are generally only like $2 each.
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Also, you'll have to make sure to replace it every few years. If the product is rated to be good for 5 years, I'd maybe replace it at 4, just because it can become a real pain in the ass to remove if it stays on for too long. It'll break off in small pieces, as opposed to the whole thing coming off. Just something to consider.
Hey, if it costs $150 to wrap your roof and it lasts 4 years, I'd say that's pretty good! Or you can just leave it on (it should continue to still look good), and Let the next sucker who buys your car deal with it
Hey, if it costs $150 to wrap your roof and it lasts 4 years, I'd say that's pretty good! Or you can just leave it on (it should continue to still look good), and Let the next sucker who buys your car deal with it
Instead of all black, would you consider Carbon fiber? I've heard the new CF wraps, like the "5D" stuff, looks super realistic these days. I've only seen pictures of the stuff up close and it does look pretty good. I'm going to order a few sample pieces from a couple places just to see how I feel about it, in person. I was never a fan of the faux CF look, like the "3D" stuff, that also has a weird texture to it. I'm hoping this new stuff makes me change my mind. It has a nice high gloss layer on top, making it look pretty real. The nice thing is that samples are generally only like $2 each.

EDIT: That shit comes in 6D too now? I'm really tempted to just buy a bunch of samples and compare. There are tons of pics of 2D through to 6D side by side on google, but I can't really tell the difference to be honest with you. Would have to see it in person I think.
Double Edit: I have never so much as touched vinyl wrap, from what I read the CF stuff is harder to wrap because it can't handle much stretching. So is the 4D-6D stuff even harder to work with you guys think?
Last edited by RDX10; Feb 26, 2017 at 12:52 AM.
Lmao I think we need to get our hands on some wrap and try some shit out man. It looks like something that is harder than it looks, yet forgiving and when you get it right is really gratifying.
I don't have 6D wrap or what its called nowadays but I have the new 3M gloss CF which came out a short while ago and it looks great. I had matte before and the depth of the new gloss one is fantastic. I think it would look pretty good on a roof.
Gloss Black, do it.
Matt finish usually looks very cheap.
And try to do something about the chrome beak in the front and trunk. Those should the look of the car dramatically.
Matt finish usually looks very cheap.
And try to do something about the chrome beak in the front and trunk. Those should the look of the car dramatically.
Id say go for it. I used to race dirt bikes with a gentleman's son who owns his own tint/wrap business. His son had a wrapped Xterra and took it offroad many times, held up fairly well. This was 4 years ago and the new owner of the vehicle still has the wrap on, in great condition. While you're at it wrap the silver/chrome accents as well. Black & white look amazing combined (within reason) IMO!











