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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 09:21 PM
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New proud owner of a 2013 Mini Cooper S Hardtop (Hyde Park)

I am currently looking for some advice on color matching the headlight and taillight rings pepper white. What is the best way of going about this (vinyl, paint, etc.) I live in SoCal btw. Thanks in advance!
 
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 10:01 PM
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If you havent heard Plastidip is great. If you end up not liking it it peels off and leave no residual. How long will it last? i have had my wheels painted on my other car for a month or two still going strong and it has even lasted a few rains. Cheap and easy.
 
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by guywhomaybuyamini
If you havent heard Plastidip is great. If you end up not liking it it peels off and leave no residual. How long will it last? i have had my wheels painted on my other car for a month or two still going strong and it has even lasted a few rains. Cheap and easy.
I plan on Plastidipping my wheels as well.. How many coats did you do?
 
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 04:59 AM
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Originally Posted by carltdh
I plan on Plastidipping my wheels as well.. How many coats did you do?
4-5 in heavy use area like front trim or wheels. Mine has been on for a few months now and auto washes do nothing to it.
 
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 08:33 AM
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I have my hood scoop and front grille done on mine, did it last September, still looks perfect. Many many car washes, snow, rain.. and actually one small fender bender



That's what it looks like, and I personally love it.
 
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 03:29 PM
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Welcome to the fun!
 
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 03:37 PM
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Welcome - enjoy the Cooper
 
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 03:50 PM
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Paint will be the most accurate color match,
 
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