Matte Black Octavia vRS

[Harry_vRS]

One night browsing eBay, I stumbled upon some bargain priced matte black vinyl so I thought why not give it a go? It can't be THAT hard. Here's what became of it...

I started with the wing mirrors:

Then the bonnet:

Things became a bit more involved as I decided to tackle the front end. Before applying the vinyl, the car was thoroughly washed, clay barred, and wiped down with some white spirit to remove any contaminants and dust. I also used a mop to lightly wet the floor, this traps any dust to the floor reducing the risk of dust on to the adhesive.

At this point I was really happy with how it was coming along, so I thought I'd better carry on. The door handles were removed, as were the wing mirrors and door bump strips. Again the car was cleaned, and with the help of a mate we began to tackle the sides of the car:

At this point it had probably taken roughly 4 solid days as I'd done most of the work on my own until attempting the sides. After trimming all the excess and sealing the edges, this is how the car stands now. I still have the door handles, door bump strips and rear spoiler to wrap and put on, but that will be done within the next few days.

More pics to come when I'm 100% finished. Thanks for reading!

[kerrbryan]

If you havent done any wrapping before then you have done a damm good job. Vinyl wrapping is an art to be appreciated.

You can wrap your alloys too, which allows them to go back to standard rather than powder coating.

[Fester1698]

liking that already

[B.DIFFERENT]

Very gud job pal looks like you should start a new career or side line job.

[FatblokeVRS]

Hi All

I like that - very nice finish.

You made a really good job of that mate.

Cheers

Dave

[Moley RUFC]

Not for me, however can't fault your workmanship

[Auric Goldfinger]

Nice, no wot I mean 'arry

[M4rkos]

Looks interesting, would love to see the pics when its finished!

[rob_e]

That looks epic.

Leave the rear spoiler off.

[Harry_vRS]

Cheers guys. I've not done it before, so I am quite happy how it has all turned out. I certainly wouldn't like to do it again nor pay to have it done. To have it done professionally would be £1800 for a car this size - I've done it myself for less than £500, so it was worth having a go.

[silver1011]

Ace!

But I reckon it'd look even better with the rear spoiler on.

Add a light tint to the rear glass and it'll look like Kit off Knightrider

[blueR36]

About time you posted up, when you sent me the pictures I thought it looks good, brave man to tacle it by yourself but looks proper stealth , fair play to you Harry , AWESOME

[Evening Star]

Just a thought.

How does this stand legally? The car is registered as either a silver or grey car, now it's black!

That means the DVLA records are incorrect and that could possibly invalidate your RFL & Insurance, as the car that they apply to doesn't exist, as it's black, not silver or grey! It could also attract the attention of the local traffic cops when you drive by one as their cars are all fitted with ANPR.

Like I said just a thought.

[Harry_vRS]

Just a thought.

How does this stand legally? The car is registered as either a silver or grey car, now it's black!

That means the DVLA records are incorrect and that could possibly invalidate your RFL & Insurance, as the car that they apply to doesn't exist, as it's black, not silver or grey! It could also attract the attention of the local traffic cops when you drive by one as their cars are all fitted with ANPR.

Like I said just a thought.

Because vinyl is classed as a temporary colour change, the DVLA do not need to be notified. However, I totally agree with you about the police and ANPR, and I am likely to get pulled for it if I pass a traffic officer. It's all perfectly legal, otherwise people wouldn't do it

[robertwaite]

Awesome. Have seen it coming along on Facebook as well. It's harder than it looks isn't it!

[Babs]

Good work, especially not having done it before.

Not feeling the look though!

[Harry_vRS]

I think it's very marmite. Personally I love it. Thanks for all the comments

[tuono01]

The last thing I saw like that was a :peek:

Rolls Royce Phantom Coupe!!!!!!

Both look good

[Babs]

Having pondered... what's happening with the wheels?

[RS939]

WOW that is a stunning job, The car looks like something out of MAD MAX, Considering this is your first time, I think its a first class job.

[Auric Goldfinger]

Needs a Gold Stripe Gold Wheels

A JPS Hatch Back

[mark_eire]

Well done, great job!

I think it look's brilliant......

[vRS_Pagey]

Harry, as you know I've been following the progress of project matte black wrap on face bovvered, and as anticipated the 'almost' finished article is rather special, as has already been mentioned epic!!!

I think you have done an incredible job of the wrapping and I take my hat off to you for having the balls to undertake a project of this scale..........

Although you have managed to do the job for a third of the price, £500 is still a massive wedge that you could be put towards, AP Coilovers, 19" R8 reps, a custom twin stacked exhaust system or even a K04 conversion!

Really looking forward to pictures of the completed Stealth Skud!!

Incidently, I still think you should tint the headlights! :p

[Stamsaas]

It looks awesome! And LOVE the exhaust! Great!  

[Togo]

Absolutely fantastic :-)

Good job.