2020 M50i Tints and Ceramic Coat

Tim2189 · 10-14-2019, 09:51 PM

Just got tints 20% all around and ceramic coating applied.

Anyone have experience with ceramic coat maintenance ?

TurtleBoy · 10-14-2019, 09:59 PM

Looks great!

jasrboyd · 10-16-2019, 11:17 AM

I’m hoping that’s my next BMW.

Tim2189 · 10-16-2019, 11:49 AM

Tints fully cured, might wanna go a bit darker in the front to match, thoughts?

OzJedi · 10-16-2019, 07:44 PM

I love those black grills and exhaust covers so much. Are those add on or factory build?
I didn't see option to select them when I got mine earlier this year or is it only available with M models?

Tim2189 · 10-17-2019, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by OzJedi

I love those black grills and exhaust covers so much. Are those add on or factory build?
I didn't see option to select them when I got mine earlier this year or is it only available with M models?

Yes its the shadow line trim package
Makes the whole car

AndroidRobot · 10-17-2019, 08:42 AM

Pretty please remove that awful dealership plate frame

otherwise nice ride, I'm not a huge fan of white but I like the look here.

Tim2189 · 10-17-2019, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

Pretty please remove that awful dealership plate frame

otherwise nice ride, I'm not a huge fan of white but I like the look here.

I work there

AndroidRobot · 10-17-2019, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Tim2189

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Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

Pretty please remove that awful dealership plate frame

otherwise nice ride, I'm not a huge fan of white but I like the look here.

I work there

even so, it takes away from the looks in my opinion. I don't advertise where I work, but I'm not in sales anymore, even then I didn't. I understand why you have it though

dream54ing · 10-17-2019, 01:21 PM

nice to see other with mineral white like ours

mostly see carbon black.
didnt get ceramic coating, but did get full frontal PPF to prevent any paint chip.

dream54ing · 10-17-2019, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim2189

I work there

skalberti · 10-18-2019, 10:37 PM

Full front and sides with Suntek Ultra PPF. Full ceramic coating with GTechniq Crystal Serum top coated with EXO v4. No maintenance to ceramic coating other than using a ph balanced soap for washing. I get 3 yrs out of the GTechniq coatings before they start to show any wear. The coatings are so hydrophobic that the water does more than bead, it almost makes perfect spheres of water that you can blow off the car and not have to use a towel to dry.

claykin · 10-18-2019, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by skalberti

Full front and sides with Suntek Ultra PPF. Full ceramic coating with GTechniq Crystal Serum top coated with EXO v4. No maintenance to ceramic coating other than using a ph balanced soap for washing. I get 3 yrs out of the GTechniq coatings before they start to show any wear. The coatings are so hydrophobic that the water does more than bead, it almost makes perfect spheres of water that you can blow off the car and not have to use a towel to dry.

Do you ceramic coat before doing PPF? Seems silly to ceramic coat the PPF.

claykin · 10-18-2019, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by dream54ing

nice to see other with mineral white like ours

mostly see carbon black.
didnt get ceramic coating, but did get full frontal PPF to prevent any paint chip.

Prevent? Not exactly... Significantly reduce chance of chips, yes.

I've seen cars with PPF removed and the bumper dimpled (damaged) by rocks, etc.

skalberti · 10-18-2019, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by claykin

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Originally Posted by skalberti

Full front and sides with Suntek Ultra PPF. Full ceramic coating with GTechniq Crystal Serum top coated with EXO v4. No maintenance to ceramic coating other than using a ph balanced soap for washing. I get 3 yrs out of the GTechniq coatings before they start to show any wear. The coatings are so hydrophobic that the water does more than bead, it almost makes perfect spheres of water that you can blow off the car and not have to use a towel to dry.

Do you ceramic coat before doing PPF? Seems silly to ceramic coat the PPF.

No, PPF then ceramic coating. PPF protects from rock chips and flying debris. Ceramic coating is for long lasting gloss, protection from scratching during washing and ease of washing since the coating is hydrophobic and sheds water and dirt. I can wash and dry my SUV without touching the paint surface.

dream54ing · 10-21-2019, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by claykin

Prevent? Not exactly... Significantly reduce chance of chips, yes.

I've seen cars with PPF removed and the bumper dimpled (damaged) by rocks, etc.

you knew what i meant

haha, yes you are correct.

claykin · 10-21-2019, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by dream54ing

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Originally Posted by claykin

Prevent? Not exactly... Significantly reduce chance of chips, yes.

I've seen cars with PPF removed and the bumper dimpled (damaged) by rocks, etc.

you knew what i meant

haha, yes you are correct.

Just setting expectations. Some think PPF is like putting armor plating on your car.

Year1of1 · 10-21-2019, 07:50 PM

How much did you pay... ballpark? Trying to figure out what's acceptable in the nyc area.

Tim2189 · 10-21-2019, 10:54 PM

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How much did you pay... ballpark? Trying to figure out what's acceptable in the nyc area.

Body, glass and wheels cost me 600, it was a group buy deal. Anything under 800 I would think I’d a reasonsable price. I’ve had shops quote me 1200

Mrv10 · 10-22-2019, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Tim2189

Body, glass and wheels cost me 600, it was a group buy deal. Anything under 800 I would think I’d a reasonsable price. I’ve had shops quote me 1200

Wow crazy low price..1200 is almost standard locally.

ted920 · 10-22-2019, 08:04 PM

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Wow crazy low price..1200 is almost standard locally.

I paid $700 for ceramic coating at same time of PPF install.
Ceramic used was specifically for PPF - not that it matters but XPEL has a ceramic coating developed for PPF. My guy also gave me a huge bottle of ceramic booster (XPEL branded) to apply most times that I wash the car so that I extend the life and impact of the initial ceramic coating.

I was quoted $1,200+ from other providers, so I jumped on the $700 deal. Came out well.

Tim2189 · 10-23-2019, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Mrv10

Wow crazy low price..1200 is almost standard locally.

Ill get you in touch with the guy if you are interested

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