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      02-01-2021, 08:55 AM   #53
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Price seems pretty high to me. Dealer prices will always be higher than local shops. Just remember that if you do half the hood, you will see the edge of the PPF. If you don't mind it then you can go with that and save some $$.
I did PCD on my X5M and drove home to FL. I ended up getting 2 chips on my bumper. I bought the Dr Color chip kit and gave that to my detailer to do before he put on the PPF. It looks great. If you're located in FL, I can give you some recommendations for PPF installers so that can can compare prices to the dealer.
I'm just down here in Siesta Key for a couple of weeks then headed back to Dayton, Ohio. I'm gonna cancel the appointment for now.

I have a detailer back home that is going to do the paint correction and ceramic coat on February 17th. I'll get the PPF afterwards and just keep my fingers crossed I don't get any more rock chips on the way home.
I concur that dealer prices are higher. I had the full front and fenders done for 1,600. If you want to have temporary protection driving back home, look into Tracktape (or similar) which can be applied in the interim for a road trip. I have not used it but was made aware of it for my drive from PCD to Chicago,

I had half of the hood and full front done on my previous X5M. I agree with other posters that if you are bothered by seeing the clear bra line in the middle of the hood, get it all done.
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