dreadful1 7 Report post Posted July 5, 2012 Just a little wee update on what I've been doing with the car.. Not that much really, Got a UUC short shifter installed in it by ray and now doing this: Planning to DIY the whole car. Did this on my own and took 3 hours... it is pretty hard without someone holding the vinyl for ya! If any of you guys are experienced please give me a hand and beers would be provided!! or even tips! Also anyone know where I can get 3M 94 tape primer from? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted July 5, 2012 ask Seth @CarFolie? or Colourworks? good effort bro, looking good Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2313 Report post Posted July 5, 2012 I saw your car today. It certainly stands out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted July 5, 2012 you can keep the vinyl unpeeled and hold it over the area you want and heat gun it from like 30cm away on low heat to shape/mould the vinyl, then apply it while using soapy water so you can move it around and get the position correct then use a rubber thingy (dont know what its called) to push the water out from underneath. and it will help to have someone helping. many hands make light work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dreadful1 7 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 Finished vinyling all the car apart from the rear lip which I will do tomorrow but I couldn't wait to drive it after 2.5 weeks of it in the garage! Also made a lip from poly carbonate. Just a low-res photo at night using an Iphone for now... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffbebe 1559 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 Might be the night time shot but I'm not in love with the colour next to the wheels. That said, it looks like you've done a great job with the vinyl. Was it difficult? I dig the red wheels though! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2313 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 Golly... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malus139 5 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 Loving the colour! Not really feeling the front lip colour though, other than that looking good! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dreadful1 7 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 Here is a better photo of the car in the morning, wheels needs a clean though Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jjs 64 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 The colour combo looks good on a car designed for the racetrack, not a family car that cruises the streets of Auckland! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2132 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 sorry bud, not for me either! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AN E30 Fan 1 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 Can confirm that it looks much better in person. I was a little unsure at first but I approve now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Top Secret 2 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 I'll go against the grain and say that I like it! How hard was it to do the vinyl wrap? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Braeden320 0 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 Wow - It's certainly changed! I'm not a fan but good on you for doing it how you want it, that's what it's about. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Navin 180 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 I like it, good on you for doing something different. Looks great Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubman 39 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 sweet, finally back on the road. Post a pic of the rear Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ace Of Spades 51 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 ^ +1 Digging the look man the colours growing on me, Not so sure bout the lip as well but hey its your car and if you think it looks sick thats all that matters! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 just an opinion, i think it would look cool with a set of m3 side mirrors (also painted red).. btw, where is the license plate going? i always thought it looked weird when its on the mesh part rather than the actual bumper Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dreadful1 7 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 I think I'm just going to keep the mirrors grey but im getting a set of sticker numberplates made for the front thanks for the feedback guys Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarinD 8 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 I think I'm just going to keep the mirrors grey but im getting a set of sticker numberplates made for the front thanks for the feedback guys Looking good! Except maybe the lip would look better black (personal preference). Impressed with how it turned out. Are the sticker plates legal? Would like a set but not the fine it comes with lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dreadful1 7 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 I don't think they are 'fully' legal but you can get them in the exact font as the number plates and the same size and in reflective material so cops don't really mind too much but I would keep the original in the car just in case. Also a cheaper upgrade to a europlate Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
3 SERIES 93 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 I admire the effort you've gone to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarinD 8 Report post Posted September 8, 2012 I don't think they are 'fully' legal but you can get them in the exact font as the number plates and the same size and in reflective material so cops don't really mind too much but I would keep the original in the car just in case. Also a cheaper upgrade to a europlate Haha same risk as running the europlates then! But the sticker plate will blend in a lot better seeing as the bumper doesn't have the black strips like most do. Can't wait to see this hanging outside Owen Glenn Building lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scott_e30 8 Report post Posted September 9, 2012 (edited) I don't think they are 'fully' legal but you can get them in the exact font as the number plates and the same size and in reflective material so cops don't really mind too much but I would keep the original in the car just in case. Also a cheaper upgrade to a europlate Looking good mate! Is that an OEM BMW colour or just a random one? And out of interest where do you get the sticker plates made up? Edited September 9, 2012 by scott_e30 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted September 9, 2012 Looks good Yongxi, I'm sure I'll see it around sooner or later! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
