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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 07:07 AM
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XPEL kit for Mini JCW GPII

Not sure if this is the correct forum but I want to get the XPEL clear bra kit for the GPII, XPEL' site says the kit is under developement for the GPII.
http://www.xpel.com/products/headlig...&submodel=7822
Would anyone know if there are any differences in the body style of the GP II and the JCW version.

XPEL has a kit for the 2013 JCW.
http://www.xpel.com/products/headlig...&submodel=6170
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 08:07 AM
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Can't you just go to a clearbra specialist in your area an have them custom apply the clearbra to your headlights? That's what I'd do.
 
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 08:24 AM
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I am thinking about getting the full or 18" hood (not sure yet), mirror, bumper and grill installed at a local shop.

Ok I found this link, custom full sheet not a pre cut kit.

http://www.veengle.com/s/XPEL+Ultimate/8.html

Any thoughts about getting the full hood vs only the 18" hood?
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 08:51 AM
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With 18" at some point the clearbra will show its age. I hate seeing the clearbra line...
 
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by ra2fanatic
With 18" at some point the clearbra will show its age. I hate seeing the clearbra line...
I saw a MINI with a clear bra done similiar to this ^, it didn't look too good.
I'm getting mine done this week with XPEL. Bumper, bonnet, A pillars, mirrors, head and fog lights and 6" of the roof before I even pick up the car (new).
 
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Tex6 Hawkeye
I saw a MINI with a clear bra done similiar to this ^, it didn't look too good.
I'm getting mine done this week with XPEL. Bumper, bonnet, A pillars, mirrors, head and fog lights and 6" of the roof before I even pick up the car (new).
Was it mine? Mellow Yellow JCW?
 
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 03:21 PM
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Was it mine? Mellow Yellow JCW?
No, this one was blue, though it was an early R53 JCW. The MINI's name was Checkmate! That MINI had some great mods going on. Time to change the clear bra though.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 10:16 AM
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I haven't had a chance to detail the car yet since I took delivery (detailing supplies on order).

Question is should I detail the car before dropping it off for installation?

Thanks!
 
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by roadrunner255
I haven't had a chance to detail the car yet since I took delivery (detailing supplies on order).

Question is should I detail the car before dropping it off for installation?

Thanks!
I was going to have a professional detail done to my MINI before heading to the clear bra installer. The installer said to wait to do it until after, its best not to have wax applied before the clear bra. Best bet is to wash it, clay it, then have any imperfections buffed out of the clear coat before having the clear bra applied. Or so I've been told.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Tex6 Hawkeye

No, this one was blue, though it was an early R53 JCW. The MINI's name was Checkmate! That MINI had some great mods going on. Time to change the clear bra though.
My clear bra still looks good, but it has the line half way up the hood. Doesn't bother me, but I bought it this way anyway.
 
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Old Apr 24, 2013 | 11:17 PM
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Mine also and me too. 87,000 miles!
 
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