[Dannyxz]

Originally Posted by twistedmorphine

Thanks all Got the front PPFed and ceramic coated the whole car.



While dropping the car off, detailer already found a dent in the door! Someone'd bumped their door into mine. Luckily they were able to get it out like it wasn't there!














I came with no expectations or prejudice, having only used iDrive 6 on my M2C. I think iDrive 8 is amazing and everything is laid out logically. Climate control is never an issue. I usually just set it auto and never bother with it much but it's still always accessible. The displays are high resolution and everything is crisp. My only gripe is I wish you could change the gauge cluster but just nitpicking. In everyday use I really like it for my usecase.

Is this clear PPF or satin PPF? Could you please provide a picture of a panel that has PPF next to a panel that doesn’t? Wanting to PPF but scared that you’ll be able to notice the transition from non-PPF panel to PPF. Thanks!

[mjr24]

Originally Posted by G30 B58

It's the same metal underneath.

I know that....but supposedly the reflections in the paint (or in the case of matte....no reflection) makes it very hard not to have some evidence of the removal.

[dr1ven]

The car looks great! Congrats!

How are the frozen colours to maintain? I’d imagine water spots and tree sap to be a significant challenge?

[mfarrzhp]

Looks amazing. That color is very cool.

After doing PPF on my current F87, I’m going to do it on all of my “nicer cars” from now on. I’d imagine you’d want it even more so on a matte paint.

Enjoy it! This is the best G series car IMO, and maybe the best color combo.

[vrooooom]

is there a disadvantage to applying a PPF?

When they cut the film w/ a cutter, does that not reach the paint level?

[floridaorange]

Literally perfect

[2 overtake]

Ohhh yeeeaaaahhhh! Perfection

[M3_Legend]

Looks great enjoy.

[amuk]

Originally Posted by twistedmorphine

Hi all,

Swapped my M2 Comp. out for this. It's a 2022 xDrive M3 Comp. Going for a front PPF tomorrow

Just wanted to share. Very happy. Put 150 KM on it so far, any tips welcom.

Thanks.






photo url

Are you sure that's a '22? I thought only the '23s came with iDrive8

[geko29]

Originally Posted by amuk

Are you sure that's a '22? I thought only the '23s came with iDrive8

Yes, both iDrive8 and Frozen Pure Grey II paint were new for MY23.

['Cane]

Originally Posted by amuk

Are you sure that's a '22? I thought only the '23s came with iDrive8

Originally Posted by geko29

Yes, both iDrive8 and Frozen Pure Grey II paint were new for MY23.

He’s not in the US, so perhaps, the model year is based on something other than what it’s based on here.

[mckman]

Great choice! One of the best if not the best matte colors I have seen.

[Powerbeast]

Great color!

[M8CompSoCal]

Originally Posted by FISH22

Quick pro tip on frozen: avoid "rubbing" when washing; in theory, you'll eventually polish/gloss the finish. Get yourself a good matte-specific detailing arsenal, I strongly recommend Dr. Beasleys. It's kept my frozen white G80 looking new for nearly 2 years and 16k miles (zero PPF).

https://www.drbeasleys.com/shop/exte...-car-care.html

Just took delivery of my M8 Comp in frozen Grey metallic. I am also not wanting to put any type of film or PPF on it because I love the factory look. Since you have been running it without anything for two years how has your experience been with rock chips?

[M8CompSoCal]

Originally Posted by Dannyxz

Is this clear PPF or satin PPF? Could you please provide a picture of a panel that has PPF next to a panel that doesn’t? Wanting to PPF but scared that you’ll be able to notice the transition from non-PPF panel to PPF. Thanks!

One of my concerns as well.

[FISH22]

Originally Posted by alksion

Just took delivery of my M8 Comp in frozen Grey metallic. I am also not wanting to put any type of film or PPF on it because I love the factory look. Since you have been running it without anything for two years how has your experience been with rock chips?

A few small ones here and there. But I have a quality touch up paint which I use a toothpick with. Blends right in.

[M8CompSoCal]

Originally Posted by FISH22

A few small ones here and there. But I have a quality touch up paint which I use a toothpick with. Blends right in.

So knowing what you know now, would you go back and do a protective film or do you like having the naked frost paint even with its potential risks?

[twistedmorphine]

Originally Posted by alksion

One of my concerns as well.

Originally Posted by Dannyxz

Is this clear PPF or satin PPF? Could you please provide a picture of a panel that has PPF next to a panel that doesn’t? Wanting to PPF but scared that you’ll be able to notice the transition from non-PPF panel to PPF. Thanks!

Here's a photo at the gas station. The fender has PPF and the door doesn't. For me, you can't tell the difference really.

Originally Posted by 'Cane

He’s not in the US, so perhaps, the model year is based on something other than what it’s based on here.

correct it's on the year of manufacture/first registration.

[M8CompSoCal]

Originally Posted by twistedmorphine

correct it's on the year of manufacture/first registration.

That actually looks indistinguishable. Wish I could see it in person. I’m still not sure what I want to do.

[twistedmorphine]

Originally Posted by alksion

That actually looks indistinguishable. Wish I could see it in person. I’m still not sure what I want to do.

Beautiful car! After the M2C collecting quite a few rock chips, for me doing at least the front was worth the piece of mind. I intend to keep the car for a while so it'd be nice if the front didn't look beaten up.

[M8CompSoCal]

Originally Posted by twistedmorphine

Beautiful car! After the M2C collecting quite a few rock chips, for me doing at least the front was worth the piece of mind. I intend to keep the car for a while so it'd be nice if the front didn't look beaten up.

Makes sense. I never keep cars too long, so I’m not sure if it’s worth it for me. If I was planning to keep it, then maybe, but I always get bored and I’m on to the next.

Great looking ride yourself. The color is amazing. I’m loving it.

[FISH22]

Originally Posted by alksion

So knowing what you know now, would you go back and do a protective film or do you like having the naked frost paint even with its potential risks?

I would still choose the naked route. Mainly because on white cars, PPF will yellow quick. I PPF’d my hood (DIY) for a proof of concept to see how it looked against the rest of the car. It was a bit different. I left it on, and in just a year, the hood was a different color. I pulled that PPF off a few months ago.

Sorry for the thread jack, OP!