$2100 for clear bra! WTH? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

gringo · 01-31-2018, 08:34 PM

I've been calling around getting price quotes for some Xpel clear bra protection for my Camaro. Most of the quotes seem to be around $2K just for the front end, fenders, hood and mirrors.

I don't know about you, but that seems excessively high to me. I mean, I understand these places have to make money, but these prices seem ridiculous.

What are you guys (and gals) paying for Xpel?

rebelyell22 · 01-31-2018, 08:44 PM

Half that....max

Talladega · 01-31-2018, 08:52 PM

I was quoted $600 by three places around me and I thought that was high.

Moto-Mojo · 01-31-2018, 09:00 PM

I've found that prices in general for the SAME things on this site vary greatly from state to state. Welcome to free enterprise.

Starfall · 01-31-2018, 09:39 PM

Lol i know a friend of mine that would do it all for 300

prod · 01-31-2018, 10:54 PM

And dont forget the rear quarters, gill area.

HDRDTD · 02-01-2018, 12:02 AM

When I had clear Bra (Avery Nanofusion) applied to my ZL1 back in 2012, I had the front facia, the mirrors, and the gills done for $900.
If you are getting the entire hood and fenders (front I assume) I can see it costing more.

Are you just getting the clear bra applied, or does it include any paint correction needed prior to the application ?

What warranty is provided in your case vs the shops that are quoting a cheaper price ?

DRKS1D3 · 02-01-2018, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moto-Mojo

I've found that prices in general for the SAME things on this site vary greatly from state to state. Welcome to free enterprise.

In best Asian accent (similar to Sato from Karate Kid Part II): "In North Korea, state set prices...you don't like state prices...we take you and family behind woodshed...introduce you to .38 revolver.".

carfansince73 · 02-02-2018, 11:28 AM

I got a quote for my CTS-V ranging from $800 for mirrors, bumper, and partial hood and fenders to $1700 for mirrors, bumper, and full hood and fenders. Another vendor quoted me $2,464 for the full hood & fender, mirrors and bumper. He said he'd match the lower one, but I was just stunned at the huge difference he was quoting.

Yes, this was Xpel Ultimate with the 10yr warranty.

Needless to say, I didn't do any of them.

orange devil · 02-02-2018, 02:56 PM

For that much money might as well get the whole car wrapped

shibbs · 02-02-2018, 03:01 PM

I got my new Sonic done: Full hood, full fenders, a-pillars, roof strip, mirrors, and bumper for $1100. Lifetime warranty against yellowing and peeling up.

White_Camaro · 02-02-2018, 06:57 PM

Just wrap the whole car for that amount.

RJT Impala · 02-02-2018, 08:12 PM

I'll keep my black naugahyde/vinyl, removal bra and hood protector that cost <$100, thank you

Cheetoh · 02-03-2018, 02:06 AM

Well Worth the Money, Not only for the Protection it offers, but also the Low Maintenance after you put it on. I know a few people who have gotten there whole car done!!

01-31-2018, 08:34 PM	#1
gringo Account Suspended Drives: Camaro V6 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,722	$2100 for clear bra! WTH? I've been calling around getting price quotes for some Xpel clear bra protection for my Camaro. Most of the quotes seem to be around $2K just for the front end, fenders, hood and mirrors. I don't know about you, but that seems excessively high to me. I mean, I understand these places have to make money, but these prices seem ridiculous. What are you guys (and gals) paying for Xpel?

01-31-2018, 08:44 PM	#2
rebelyell22 Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 5,902	Half that....max __________________ 2011 2SS/RS built 8/24/10

01-31-2018, 09:00 PM	#4
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 3,974	I've found that prices in general for the SAME things on this site vary greatly from state to state. Welcome to free enterprise. __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

01-31-2018, 09:39 PM	#5
Starfall 1bad6 Drives: 2010 camaro Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: LA Posts: 212	Lol i know a friend of mine that would do it all for 300 __________________ Mods: trifecta tune on 93 pump gas, mrt v1 Axle-Back, drilled/slotted rotors, 4" quad tips, Res delete, big worm gfx black out kit all around, interior footwell lights.

02-02-2018, 11:28 AM	#9
carfansince73 Drives: Carefully Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 1,213 View My Garage	I got a quote for my CTS-V ranging from $800 for mirrors, bumper, and partial hood and fenders to $1700 for mirrors, bumper, and full hood and fenders. Another vendor quoted me $2,464 for the full hood & fender, mirrors and bumper. He said he'd match the lower one, but I was just stunned at the huge difference he was quoting. Yes, this was Xpel Ultimate with the 10yr warranty. Needless to say, I didn't do any of them. __________________ 2010 1SS RS, LS3, SIM/Black, painted rally stripes, AAC sidemarkers, Sunroof, B.A. sound sys; 20x9.5 & 20x11 SV1-C5's; MGW short shifter; Hotchkis Track Pack; Corsa catback; Kooks 1 7/8"; ADM Street; Magnacharger TVS2300 - 548rwhp/512rwtq 1100- 2/18/09; 3800- 6/15/09 VIN#18308; Delivered 6/29/09!!!!! 2014 CTS-V Sedan, Black/Black, Auto, Recaros, Ultra-view, Red Brembos. Stock

01-31-2018, 08:52 PM	#3
Talladega Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Arvada, CO Posts: 686	I was quoted $600 by three places around me and I thought that was high.

01-31-2018, 10:54 PM	#6
prod Drives: HHR Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: GTA ON CA Posts: 451	And dont forget the rear quarters, gill area.

02-01-2018, 12:02 AM	#7
HDRDTD Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 Vert M6 ECF Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Trenton, Michigan Posts: 7,047	When I had clear Bra (Avery Nanofusion) applied to my ZL1 back in 2012, I had the front facia, the mirrors, and the gills done for $900. If you are getting the entire hood and fenders (front I assume) I can see it costing more. Are you just getting the clear bra applied, or does it include any paint correction needed prior to the application ? What warranty is provided in your case vs the shops that are quoting a cheaper price ?

02-02-2018, 02:56 PM	#10
orange devil Account Suspended Drives: 2019 SS 2019 mustang GT Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: California Posts: 1,694	For that much money might as well get the whole car wrapped

02-02-2018, 06:57 PM	#12
White_Camaro Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: phoenix Posts: 287	Just wrap the whole car for that amount.

02-02-2018, 08:12 PM	#13
RJT Impala Stovebolt BluFlame 6 Drives: '12 2LT/RS, IBM; '20 Traverse Prem Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wherever! Posts: 893 View My Garage	I'll keep my black naugahyde/vinyl, removal bra and hood protector that cost <$100, thank you

02-03-2018, 02:06 AM	#14
Cheetoh Drives: 2011 Callaway SC572, 2000 Firehawk Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Irving, TX Posts: 465	Well Worth the Money, Not only for the Protection it offers, but also the Low Maintenance after you put it on. I know a few people who have gotten there whole car done!! __________________