Slate Wrap PPF or Vinyl?

[Stek]

Does anyone know if the wraps for Slate will be a PPF or a vinyl wrap?
Wondering if Slate has a supplier yet for their wrap and trying to see what brand Slate decided to go with too or are they building out their own?

 

[AZFox]

I'm sure the wraps will be vinyl, not colored PPF, although there may be a PPF option as well.

 

[cadblu]

I'm sure the wraps will be vinyl, not colored PPF, although there may be a PPF option as well.

Is PPF over the factory gray composite panels possible? I really want to preserve that original look. I think there’s something special about keeping the factory color with a gloss, matte, or even a ’frozen’ finish like I’ve seen on some BMWs.

 

[sodamo]

I’d be happy to have a spray on protectorant once or twice a year.

 

[AZFox]

Is PPF over the factory gray composite panels possible? I really want to preserve that original look. I think there’s something special about keeping the factory color with a gloss, matte, or even a ’frozen’ finish like I’ve seen on some BMWs.

That's a great question!

If that's workable they should offer PPF (Plastic Protection Film) Wrap Kits.

The answer is most likely:
We don't have information to disclose yet.
We'll have more details closer to production as we finalize specs.

 

[KevinRS]

Part of the reason the panels are coming in a basic grey is that is the easiest to do with additives for things like UV resistance. They know a significant number of trucks will be staying grey, so they will have a formulation that will stand up to the sun.

 

[AZFox]

Part of the reason the panels are coming in a basic grey is that is the easiest to do with additives for things like UV resistance. They know a significant number of trucks will be staying grey, so they will have a formulation that will stand up to the sun.

PPF would be for people who prefer to embrace less visible wear, which includes more than sun damage.

 

[Stek]

I'm curious why Slate would even consider vinyl for color option. Its basically just a sticker while PPF is designed for long term, arguably better than even paint. I hope STEK PPF is something they consider once they hire a "Head of Wraps Operations" person.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/head-of-wrap-operations-at-slate-auto-4334561511/

 

[AZFox]

I'm curious why Slate would even consider vinyl for color option.

Probably cost.

 

[Stek]

Probably cost.

I'm thinking why not offer both? Standard $500 for a kit and $3-$6 Premium wrap?

It is definitely hard to beat compared to vinyl, but its a significant difference. If Slate can work with PPF manufacturers like STEK, they can get wholesale pricing to offer much cheaper to consumers, professionally installed after pick up or delivered to a nearby shop, and even add into finance option which will barely impact the monthly pricing if it'll be a pre-negotiated pricing with both OEMs.

 

[AZFox]

I'm thinking why not offer both? Standard $500 for a kit and $3-$6 Premium wrap?

Premium PPF Wrap Kit is a good idea, especially if it' more weather-resistant.

They might already have something like that in mind because wrap kits will "start around $500".

 

[The Weatherman]

Is PPF over the factory gray composite panels possible? I really want to preserve that original look. I think there’s something special about keeping the factory color with a gloss, matte, or even a ’frozen’ finish like I’ve seen on some BMWs.

The short answer is yes. If it will take vinyl it will take PPF.

 

[Stek]

The short answer is yes. If it will take vinyl it will take PPF.

happy to try with STEK PPF!

 

[The Weatherman]

happy to try with STEK PPF!

I fully intend to do a DIY Color PPF wrap for sure. The brand is still up in the air, but I could be convinced. 😁