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      06-29-2023, 11:10 AM   #1
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STEK DYNOchrome Blue Matte on F95

I might do a color change to my mineral white F95!! I am in love with this car and will be keeping it for a long time, so wanted to do something fun. What do you think?

https://youtu.be/rYxaBeCVUYI

I’m sure it’s not for everyone but I think it will look amazing with the various black trim, CF accents and my brushed bronze wheels.
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I like the color. It is BOLD. However, I want you to take a few things into consideration. At least this is how my mind thinks. Since the color is bold and has POP, the vehicle's lines should carry the same weight. If the lines of the vehicle are not has defined as a Ferrari let say, well then the vehicle needs to carry another trait that makes it stand out in conjunction with the color. Examples of this would be a refined exhaust tone backed by increased noise volume. Another example would be a body kit or other add ons.

All that being said. The color is awesome and if you want to throw it on, no HATE will come from me.
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      06-29-2023, 11:38 AM   #3
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Thanks man! And yes I already have the following adds as I think you may have seen in other posts:

Sterckenn Front Splitter
CF Mirror caps
RW Carbon side skirts
Full akra exhaust + link pipes
Akra rear diffuser
Secondary cat delete
MSS lowering springs

My thought here is just a big more aggressive stance with the color. It is BOLD, but not an obnoxious color.
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pretty sick. Looks better during the indoor shots since you see how the color/reflection shifting.
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I think it will look amazing and unique. My installer did say that it is VERY hard to install as the film can only be stretched to a certain point. But they are the best at what they do - I just need to be patient

Should I move forward I will be sure to post pics!
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I really like it! That would look so good on your X5M. Can't wait to see pics once it's done!
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I’ve decided to get this done! Dropped the truck off at the shop yesterday. Calipers also being powder coated yellow.

https://www.prismaticpowders.com/gal...8-and-pps-4005

Will post pics when finished!
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      07-05-2023, 12:04 PM   #10
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Can't decide on calipers! Could leave them red and go for that Spiderman vibe
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Yellow > Red

Yellow may require wheels to be a light color (raw alum w/clear or lighter color)
Red may work with lighter and darker wheels
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Personally, if I went with a blue wrap I’d go with orange calipers. But if it were between the yellow and red I’d keep the stock red.
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My wheels are brushed bronze - see below. I’m not opposed to orange either, just not sure how that would look next to a bronze wheel.
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I say Yellow or CCB Gold for calipers
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      07-06-2023, 12:36 PM   #15
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There are two yellows I like. I think I'm leaning towards the yellow shown on the Tesla wheel.
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I’ve decided to get this done! Dropped the truck off at the shop yesterday. Calipers also being powder coated yellow.

https://www.prismaticpowders.com/gal...8-and-pps-4005

Will post pics when finished!
Yellow would definitely look nice with the wrap and add uniqueness to your ride (especially with your wheels). Might as well have the calipers ceramic coated as well once the shop is done with the powdercoat

I’m excited to see the final product!
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Ugh, I am so torn. I do think RED calipers with the blue wrap will look pretty cool too! And the red calipers match the red seats.
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I think you have a win/win situation in front of you. Maybe something to consider as well would be, when you remove the wrap, what color caliber will transition to the c a r not wrapped. Red with your red interior would be the answer for that. I think it will look great either way man.
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I am now noodling on also wrapping the v brace behind the grill to match the calipers. This is making my decision harder.
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No to the brace. Its not a item that should be highlighted and never understood the fad to do so.
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      07-07-2023, 10:18 AM   #21
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Thanks for that Alan! My detailer said the same thing...leave it alone. I'm leaning towards not touching anything and just waiting for the new wrap. I did finally order a Race Chip from Ben this AM
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I say go yellow calipers after watching the video again. You can't go wrong with that color.
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