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Hellfighter · 09-04-2015, 12:00 AM

Hey just wondering how big or difference is cost between getting same black or that Cadillac metallic black on my camaro instead of this basic black or wrapping it in a color of my choice.

I have a S*** ton of damn rock chips under the panels, rear panels, front hood, front bumper.. some on roof ... and i am just sick of this ugliness, some came with it.. But in money $ how much are we talking for same kind of black GM paint job or the Cadillac metallic black or do a wrap. what would be best in the long run?

USAFS197 · 09-04-2015, 12:08 AM

I've been quoted around $2k give or take to have a whole car wrapped. Now that depends on the kind of wrap, complexity and level of preparation involved. I had my roof and rain rails wrapped for $200. Well worth it in my opinion. I just use some vinyl conditioner and it comes out super clean every time.

Hellfighter · 09-04-2015, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by USAFS197

I've been quoted around $2k give or take to have a whole car wrapped. Now that depends on the kind of wrap, complexity and level of preparation involved. I had my roof and rain rails wrapped for $200. Well worth it in my opinion. I just use some vinyl conditioner and it comes out super clean every time.

i wrapped my roof myself for free. carbon fiber look alike.. But paint jobs last longer due to clear coats am i right.

GetYouOne · 09-04-2015, 12:42 AM

I was quoted 2800 today for a full car wrap top of the line vinyl and shop. $3600 with the door jambs and etc.

I been wanting to go with a matte pearl white, but I heard they dont last long as a daily driver.

Homeless Man · 09-04-2015, 01:18 AM

Dang I didn't know wraps were that expensive

JCunningham · 09-04-2015, 04:26 AM

for paint your probably looking at $4k or more

spadz93 · 09-04-2015, 06:51 AM

I spent 380 in materials for the red on my car. Granted it's a two tone and i wrapped it myself. I recommend vinyl for the sheer fact that if some **** scratches it or damages it, it's maybe 50-60 bucks in vinyl to re wrap that panel, or more depending on which panel

Demon War Horse · 09-04-2015, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by spadz93

I spent 380 in materials for the red on my car. Granted it's a two tone and i wrapped it myself. I recommend vinyl for the sheer fact that if some **** scratches it or damages it, it's maybe 50-60 bucks in vinyl to re wrap that panel, or more depending on which panel

That is just sick that you did this yourself! That is awesome! I did my hood, but cannot imagine doing some of the other panels.

Batmanntexas · 09-04-2015, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by spadz93

I spent 380 in materials for the red on my car. Granted it's a two tone and i wrapped it myself. I recommend vinyl for the sheer fact that if some **** scratches it or damages it, it's maybe 50-60 bucks in vinyl to re wrap that panel, or more depending on which panel

You have skills! Car looks SHARP!!!

Mr_Draco · 09-04-2015, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Hellfighter

Hey just wondering how big or difference is cost between getting same black or that Cadillac metallic black on my camaro instead of this basic black or wrapping it in a color of my choice.

I have a S*** ton of damn rock chips under the panels, rear panels, front hood, front bumper.. some on roof ... and i am just sick of this ugliness, some came with it.. But in money $ how much are we talking for same kind of black GM paint job or the Cadillac metallic black or do a wrap. what would be best in the long run?

Wrapping is a whole lot cheaper but as mentioned, is no where near as durable. On a daily driver, expect to replace most of it every few years.

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Originally Posted by JCunningham

for paint your probably looking at $4k or more

You must not have priced a full paint job. A good paint job, not a great one mind you, runs about $10k to repaint a whole car. If it's a different color it's recommended that you repaint the door seals, engine bay, and trunk as well and this will typically raise the price by a few thousand.

nUcLeArEnVoY · 09-04-2015, 08:59 AM

For a color change paint job done right, you're looking at least $7,000.00.

Frank in MD · 09-04-2015, 06:01 PM

I had a BLT wrap once. It was kinda dry.... I should've went for a burger instead.

GetYouOne · 09-04-2015, 06:30 PM

I'm going with matte pearl white with some carbon fiber trim found another good shop that quoted me 2200 might be even cheaper as they have a tech who takes the car apart so I told him I could do that myself. I had my whole car painted 2 years ago due to some knuckle head body shop cost the insurance 11k to repaint everything.

TIREKLR · 09-04-2015, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by spadz93

I spent 380 in materials for the red on my car. Granted it's a two tone and i wrapped it myself. I recommend vinyl for the sheer fact that if some **** scratches it or damages it, it's maybe 50-60 bucks in vinyl to re wrap that panel, or more depending on which panel

Your car looks GREAT I'm impressed you did yourself do you have a thread or anything for tye process or different stages ? Did you do panels while still on the car?

09-04-2015, 12:00 AM	#1
Hellfighter Drives: 2013 Black ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Sugar Land/Texas Posts: 2,354 View My Garage	Cost Paint-Job vs Wrapping. Hey just wondering how big or difference is cost between getting same black or that Cadillac metallic black on my camaro instead of this basic black or wrapping it in a color of my choice. I have a S*** ton of damn rock chips under the panels, rear panels, front hood, front bumper.. some on roof ... and i am just sick of this ugliness, some came with it.. But in money $ how much are we talking for same kind of black GM paint job or the Cadillac metallic black or do a wrap. what would be best in the long run? __________________

09-04-2015, 12:08 AM	#2
USAFS197 Drives: 2018 Audi TT RS Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 1,915	I've been quoted around $2k give or take to have a whole car wrapped. Now that depends on the kind of wrap, complexity and level of preparation involved. I had my roof and rain rails wrapped for $200. Well worth it in my opinion. I just use some vinyl conditioner and it comes out super clean every time. __________________ 2018 Audi TT ▊RS 2.4X 0-60, 1.6X 60', 120+mph 1/8th, 4.XX 60-130, 150+mph traps on 255/35/18 R888R tires on the street (unprepped). 2019 Audi RS3 About as fast as the TT RS 2019 Camaro ZL1 1LE Sold 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Sold 2019 Corvette Z06 Sold 2021 Charger Hellcat Redeye Widebody Sold

09-04-2015, 01:18 AM	#5
Homeless Man Homeless Life Chose Me Drives: LS3 (sold 4/21) Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Streets of Philly Posts: 3,650	Dang I didn't know wraps were that expensive __________________ Pity a man in familiar places, who yet feels like a stranger.

09-04-2015, 04:26 AM	#6
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,071	for paint your probably looking at $4k or more __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

09-04-2015, 06:51 AM	#7
spadz93 BUMBL Z Drives: 2015 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 2,573 View My Garage	I spent 380 in materials for the red on my car. Granted it's a two tone and i wrapped it myself. I recommend vinyl for the sheer fact that if some ** scratches it or damages it, it's maybe 50-60 bucks in vinyl to re wrap that panel, or more depending on which panel __________________ Current: 2015 ZL1 M6, Rotofab Intake, LS3 throttle body, 2.55 Upper/9.17 Lower w/ Idler Relocation, DMS Reinforced Brick, ID1050X, 1 7/8" Headers, ProSpeed HX/Reservoir, DSX Aux Pump/Flex Fuel Sensor, E85, McLeod RXT, BMR 1" Drop, Tuned by Pat G Past:** 2010 2SS, some bolt ons, 415rwhp/400rwtq

09-04-2015, 12:42 AM	#4
GetYouOne Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 1,596	I was quoted 2800 today for a full car wrap top of the line vinyl and shop. $3600 with the door jambs and etc. I been wanting to go with a matte pearl white, but I heard they dont last long as a daily driver.

09-04-2015, 08:59 AM	#11
nUcLeArEnVoY Oldbie that nobody knows Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Homestead, FL Posts: 3,459 View My Garage	For a color change paint job done right, you're looking at least $7,000.00.

09-04-2015, 06:01 PM	#12
Frank in MD Raining Blood Drives: 2014 SS Performance Sedan Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: facebook Posts: 2,683	I had a BLT wrap once. It was kinda dry.... I should've went for a burger instead. __________________ Ordered 1/9/12 - Born 2/3/12 - Delivered 2/21/12 - '12 1SS/RS Summit White - TRADED. 2014 SS Performance Sedan #2974 - Red Hot 2 - S/R. & Spare. Built 01/09/14 #238 of 291 as configured

09-04-2015, 06:30 PM	#13
GetYouOne Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 1,596	I'm going with matte pearl white with some carbon fiber trim found another good shop that quoted me 2200 might be even cheaper as they have a tech who takes the car apart so I told him I could do that myself. I had my whole car painted 2 years ago due to some knuckle head body shop cost the insurance 11k to repaint everything.