08-08-2023, 10:25 PM | #1 |
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OK, it's Official...
...the solid decision has been made to gift my 2013 SS/RS to my granddaughter when she graduates high school. I can thank many of you for chiming in on that. I wish I could remember who it was that suggested I give it the Synergy Green wrap when I told the story of how it was the color of her deceased father's Camaro when she was 5 years old. She remembers it quite well and of course, has many pictures of him and the car.
This leads me to some questions for those of you who have had wraps done. What can I expect in terms of preparation? What do I need to do beforehand? How do the wrappers work around the emblems? Do I have to remove them? What should I ask for in terms of material for longevity? Tons of questions...but before I know it, she'll be graduating in June....
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08-08-2023, 11:25 PM | #2 |
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Can’t help on the wrap but that is gonna be such a cool moment for you and her alike! I’m so happy for you both!
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08-08-2023, 11:32 PM | #3 |
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So quality matters with wrap. Go somewhere you’ve gotten reviews on, and you’ll be pleased. They usually remove the emblems and reinstall them. A good wrap will last 5-10 years easy.
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08-09-2023, 05:03 AM | #4 |
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That is awesome! Here are a few just in Las Vegas. I would have to think these shops have to be on their A game all the time with the exposure there or they wouldn't be in business. Like MSgt O stated reviews are paramount. Contact a bunch & see what kind of reception you get. If you get rushed off the phone that is probably not the shop you want. A shop that takes time to answer all your questions is what I would look for. Narrow some down & ask for a visit.
Good luck!
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08-09-2023, 05:43 AM | #5 |
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Maybe consider selling the SW car and purchasing a green car for the G-daughter. Just a thought.
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I have considered that (on a few occasions, actually) but this is the car she grew up learning to drive in. I'm really hoping this is the car she'll keep long after I am gone.
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08-09-2023, 08:37 AM | #7 |
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I only have a little experience with wraps on my truck. Graphics, not the whole thing. (but would love to do that)
I don't recall ever seeing a glossy wrap. Maybe if I did, it looked so good I couldn't tell. Anyway, I was thinking that a good wrap will cost you about the same as a good paint job. At least they used to. Just spitballing here on paint vs wrap.
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08-09-2023, 09:33 AM | #8 |
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The advantage of a wrap is you can change your mind. If not, paint is the way to go.
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08-09-2023, 09:36 AM | #9 |
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You might want to be careful putting your long term expectations on her. Things change in life and do you really want to add to her guilt if she has to let it go somewhere down the line.
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08-09-2023, 09:50 AM | #10 | |
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08-09-2023, 01:31 PM | #11 |
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Do it!!! I gave my SS to my son and he plans on never selling it. It felt so good to gift something substantial.
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08-09-2023, 04:41 PM | #12 |
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Pretty good point! Theoretically, you could repeat both processes til the cows come home with enough money.
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Very cool for you! Something that can last a lifetime, for sure!
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