What Went Wrong? 14 Month Old Vvivid Wrapped Chevy Cruze in matte metallic black

[@Korruptionen]

Have been a sub for years. Really appreciate the content you put up and the knowledge that you share. Thanks for empowering so many to do this.

[@BillClay88]

Hey, I seen a car you wrapped 6 yrs ago.. friend's car I think you said, 1st car you ever wrapped? Wow! That was amazing and inspiring. Awesome channel! Thx for what you do brother. Learning a lot. Continued success.

[@ademineshat]

Looks like this Car was in the garage the whole time :) Thanks, king of wrapping

[@bendubu]

Subbed for ages and love your content. Nearly done with my wrap! Used your videos for every step of the process so thank you dude 👍🏼

[@drifterx007]

Quality work! Done right the first time, no headaches later

[@T12i99iN]

good stuff. love the fact that you take care of customers and not beating around the bush about things.

[@radicalxedward8047]

I’m amazed by those corners and inset areas staying perfect. It’s a pain when you have a small area that goes in with nothing to really secure it. Like under the front bumper it goes deep in but it’s a big radius curve. That license plate area however has that tiny indented section that give me so much trouble on stuff I wrap.

[@Alpha-zulu-009]

That's cool showing what can happen to a wrap in different conditions. My first wrap was my own 300ZXtt I did over 10 years ago with Oracal gloss black. I heated the ever loving sh!t out of every single edge and anywhere there was a "reverse stretch" which took a lot of time but my wrap looks as good as the day I installed it. Of course it is garaged 99% of the time ;)

[@kriszg5836]

Big shout out for showing the bad as well as the good! The best way to learn is from mistakes (preferably of others).

[@estebanvelazquez161]

Man that wrap still looks amazing love it

[@MvP4eVa1]

Just look at the body line “gap” between the parts. It’s wider from where the bumper meets the fender closer to the wheel and starts to narrow to no gap at the headlight. He probably bumped the car as you can see how the vinyl got stretched. The bumper got pushed back making the affected vinyl area look like it got pulled forward.

[@kramnull8962]

Could also be the front bumper skirting (spoiler) is jacking the entire nose piece around in the wind. Doubt it is supported on the backside enough for all the force it would be getting at 70-90mph...

[@stevej6824]

kram Null and why would anyone put a front splitter on a Chevy Cruze in the first place? Because rice 🍚

[@scottgillig908]

The two stripes over the front wheels make that wrap look especially nice.

[@Gwl_Gaming]

Looks great. Its great to see that it is holding up really well. Car looks super sharp

[@onpointdetailing7433]

wow good mention on what the wrap on a unpainted or even level surface looks like. i would definitely recommend some sanding hours to my customers after seeing this.

[@manocoulin1845]

I want to know the reasoning behind why 6 people disliked this video. What was there to dislike? Maybe Wrap Police followers lol. Great work as always. Keep it up.

[@andrewk8636]

Maybe cuz someone wasting money on a Chevy Cruze lol

[@manocoulin1845]

Not a fan of the Cruze either but that doesn't mean the owner is wasting his money. To each their own really and what people do with their own car shouldn't matter.

[@ReviewsByVince]

Great job Christian! Keeping it real as always :)

[@tdwnex]

The red on those rims...sick color. Want that color for my interior accents!

[@Pilot545]

Just discovered your channel! Great vids and great instruction! Just did my first wrap job. Nothing big...just a part on my jet ski that I messed up (trying to remove a huge stupid warning sticker). Instead of paying somebody to do it, figured I’d give vinyl wrap a shot (after a failed attempt at painting the part). Bought some gloss black 3M 2080 and turned out amazing (for me...I’m sure you could find SEVERAL flaws haha). I’m learning. Gonna tackle a roof section on our VW GLI next. Something nice and flat! Lol

[@danyo5509]

Thanks, now I know this for my future wraps that I will never do 😂 I just enjoy the info and other disassembly from your vids with clear instruction 👌🏻

[@LurkMoar101]

Who would have thought you could make a Cruze look tough? Damn Christian, you make even the worst cars look badass!

[@tinted-tinted8879]

Hi Christian. I love your videos, so insightful. Keep up the good work. I've been a window Tinter for 17 years and I've just started my own tutorial videos (inspired by yourself) Can i ask some advice please. How did you get yourself noticed? Was it just by people's searches who found you at first or did you do something else to get you seen on KZbin through all of the other traffic. Thanks, Michael from Tinted.

[@vadimh.]

Hi where can I find your videos?

[@MancNwt]

Vadim Hergert click on his picture

[@bevmcmullan-kungl8089]

What really got Christian noticed was when he put black holographic chrome on his car and it took off from there...the video went around the world...to Asia...to South America...everywhere. It was unique and one of a kind. That particular vinyl had not been released yet to the public so everyone paid attention. He even received a call from West Coast Customs in California. Everyone wanted to know about it. He had been doing wraps for a while before that and his business was starting to become known from just word of mouth because he did quality work and stood by it and because of these two things everyone wanted him to wrap their cars. It didn't happen over night in the beginning he worked 100 hours a week....it took a while but he was really dedicated and actually loved the work. Hope this helps.

[@tinted-tinted8879]

@@bevmcmullan-kungl8089 thanks. I'll try to do something similar tint wise

[@bevmcmullan-kungl8089]

@@tinted-tinted8879 Great. Remember the world is open and it's there for you to make your mark. Extreme dedication is a must in the beginning but you will greatly benefit from it eventually. Never give up. Good luck.

[@TopicGaming2]

That’s looks dammm good for a year old daily driver. I definitely wouldn’t complain at all.

[@yamahattr6006]

That front bumper doesn't fit correctly that's why it's rubbing causing the problem

[@MvP4eVa1]

Good eye, I caught that too, the body line “gap” starting from where the fender meets the bumper is wide and than forward towards the headlight gets narrow to no gap. regardless of vinyl wrap or not, that could chip the paint off as well.

[@soniaajonsson]

Correct seen this plenty of time on old bago cars 😂

[@orion2250]

Love your honest approach..so subbed

[@CarGuysNews]

Christian Please do a video on wrapping that Gran Turismo. I wrapped mine but the front bumper I had tremendous trouble with and I want to redo it. It would be a huge help if I see how you handle it.

[@axelst.776]

Thanks Christian. I was wondering what to do about twisting (very common on jetskis), butit lookslike there is nothing I can do. Thanks again for a perfectly timed video.

[@dalemeyer5363]

looks like some lifting on the passenger mirror? on the very outside edge? 3:37

[@gregpruitt1647]

Excellent video, as always. I love what you do with these videos. Can you do a video on the topic of post heating, talking about how, when, and where to do post heating, and showing post heating mistakes and how to avoid them? Maybe you have already done such a video.

[@CKWraps]

I will definitely do a video on this

[@W333dm4n]

learn something new from each of your videos

[@gamercalvin]

So many comments from Cruze haters, car culture sure is something else. Their money, their car. Let them do what they want with both.

[@830jps]

Have you used Vantablack as a wrap? I'd love to see it and if possible aquire some too.

[@ronaldofregoso986]

Hey Christian quick question I remember in a previous video you were saying you would show us how to make those vinyl roll racks. I was wondering when you were and if you were still gonna make that video. Either way good stuff man I’m learning allot with every video you post

[@foadrightnow5725]

Still looks great! What's your typical warranty?

[@ay1313ay]

You changed my mind about Chevy cruze... Look like cts

[@SK-zf8uj]

Hello from Denmark😊 Christian could you show in a video how to wrap wheel fenders on a 4x4 please? Best regards Soren

[@beardstickle4999]

I love your videos, you make it look so easy! Any recommendations for wrap that would hold up best in the Texas heat?

[@wadenorton35]

Theres a bubble under the right rear door handle? At 3:15

[@joefein9469]

A washer is thick enough so the wrap doesnt bind up but thin enough not to leave a gap so take bumper cover off push bolt or pushlock thru bumper add washer and fasten to fender then your wrap shouldnt bind

[@alexisamtosta]

Nice video bro but that Gran Turismo...wow!!! Its true what you say. When WELL installed, things work out well.

[@PALJANGUEOPR]

I might be a little late to ask a bout this issue. Is it fixable as is or you have to re wrap it again?

[@PuffinFilmz]

Hey Christian, I wrapped a Tahoe with Vvivid gloss black and even though I didn't stretch over the indentations (laid it in to prevent tension) I got those same bubbles in the groves of the truck. I cleaned the area well with Alcohol also. Do you know what usually causes this even though measures were taken so this didn't happen?

[@EnergizerTX]

quick question, how do wraps hold up to door-dings and hail damage? does pdr work with wraps? does it cause issues, bubbling, etc. since the wrap is stretched a little and would heat need to be applied? I take it surface pdr pulling is not recommended.

[@Hawc1987]

You would need to do paintless dent removal before installing the wrap. The vinyl would not hold up to that process. And vinyl would not protect from door dings and hail. Those may not break through the vinyl to the point you see the original color though. Rock chips in the front bumper and mirrors are where you are most likely to have an issue. Nice thing about vinyl though is you can easily replace a single panel.

[@EnergizerTX]

@@Hawc1987 that's not really what i was asking. I understand vinyl will not prevent dents. I was asking how well vinyl holds up, does the vinyl get ruined, can you do some basic pdr on it (for like a basic door ding, assuming the vinyl isn't torn). Clearly I mentioned that pulling for pdr probably isn't recommended as you'd be pulling on the vinyl and adhesive.

[@dienxsticker7588]

Perfech again 👍👍

[@aleks138]

I'm trying to decide between the metallic and non-metallic matte that vvivid makes. How much of a difference is it? I don't really see the sparkle that you'd expect with metallic. Is that how it is or is that just the camera?

[@EnergizerTX]

are those hash marks on top the wrap or inserts?

[@Alex_the_Kidd_85]

In my mind its was happend when the bumper was mounted from the owner After the wrapping.

[@l-abi]

How much is it suppose to last? I mean if I'd wrap my car for God knows how much 1000-2000€ I'd expect it to last way longer than e Year. But as i mentioned I don't know how much it lasts usually or how much a full car wrap costs.

[@jakegonzales7051]

You have mentioned the room temp recommendations; if it's hot, is the vinyl a lot harder to reposition and is it harder to get the bubbles to move(out)?

[@Richard97402]

Hey Jake. If you are using a heat activated adhesive (most brands) then you are correct. As it gets hotter, the adhesive will activate more "aggressively". When the vinyl is applied to the surface, that bond (glue to panel) will be stronger due to the heat activating the glue. You can still wrap, but it is more difficult. It will be harder to reposition the film. Make sure to lift the film in one swift motion. Pulling a little at a time, can cause the film to tear, or possibly leave glue marks. With a film like Avery Dennison, you don't really have the same problem, since it is a pressure activated film, instead of heat activated. You reposition it, to your heart's content, and them press it down, to lock it in. As far as bubbles... I've wrapped between 50°F and about 90°F. I've never found a problem with removing bubbles. Most of that is up to the effectiveness of the air release technology of the film that you use. If you have the vinyl pretty close (ideally "glassed") the isn't much air to push or anyway. Hope that helps.

[@fetososa]

It is Under warranty or charge to replace damaged section?

[@r6moto716]

Is that a good brand vinyl wrap or is it cheap?

[@sfhogel]

Christian, I need your ( or anyone reading) opinion. If I'm wrapping my car in Avery ColorFlow and the hood has to be done side to side because of size should I try to wrap the whole car side to side...be very strict on the direction of the roll?

[@jeremyfarrow1166]

I have a Can Am Ryker and most of the body is plastic and isn't smooth and glossy. Kinda textured. Can I wrap it?

[@FrostyFingers]

Well, I find it strange... I love the tint from the light smoke Vvivid all good, but it starts creasing/fingering in the edges after a while ?

[@kramnull8962]

I think he did this video mainly to show that imperfect painted cars, can still look good wrapped. Just may be worth the while to touch up the body work prior as we can see... But since this more of a dull metal look, the rough canvas still pulls the look off with a satisfactory imitation of aged stainless metal...

[@proracermx2]

pass side rear door handle has a bubble

[@dannyturner7967]

I like that color

[@robmob423]

How much you charge to wrap a civic ?

[@Vonnyceo]

would look dope without the red wheel accents and stickers.. lol

[@bloodpoolyt]

can a unpainted smooth polyurethane bumper be wrapped without primer / glue?

[@JustinAbroad]

Yeah

[@zfilmmaker]

Driven everyday from garage to garage or does it sit outside in all weather?

[@CKWraps]

Sits outside all day everyday

[@uglyadam8906]

you are a fucking wizard my man..

[@kevinbrown3488]

Love your work... you should make a video on creating glass on bumpers!!

[@AlphaFlight]

No

[@lucasmoreno5330]

Over one years of driving is nothing if the owner has paid thousands. The only way I’d consider a wrap is if I’m able to install it myself.

[@michaelsantori6513]

a chevy cruze. Im dying laughing inside. To each their own

[@Tzalmavet]

Never realized how much hate the Cruze gets. I would rather see a Cruze than a 90's honda hatch that is sponsored by Wish.

[@BowsettesFury]

Beautiful

[@mazendesign5183]

U R great.thank u

[@performanceshopivan8316]

Estaría bien que tuvieras en tus vídeos subtitulos en Español.

[@JustinAbroad]

Who wraps a cruze? Lol

[@stevenzw1]

I was gonna say like the wrap hate the car

[@Alang_492]

Silverado Steve I’ve never seen that car

[@djctoafn]

Why spend that much money on a Cruze when you can take all that money and buy a proper car

[@djctoafn]

But each to their own

[@cwbyfan1973]

It’s what he likes not what you like . He drives it not you so why worry about it ?

[@leadsolo2751]

Those panels are touching coz of possible impact b4 ... there's obvious misalignment

[@terrykaz5095]

PERFECT AGAIN.....

[@johnbrevard5966]

im only a youtube watcher... but have been in my successful business for 19 years... christain, if you rarely have problems, and you say you do, why not just fix them, no matter why they failed, its a way to keep you as the best.... what youre doing here is not only saying its not your fault, but badmouthing the customer... Please listen... What it costs to fix a few wraps, you will 1000% gain in Respect, Business, and socially on this platform..... Be the Amazon of Wraps!

[@CKWraps]

Because no matter how many times this failure it repaired it will fail time and time again. Due to the shifting panels which aren't in my control its a waste of effort. When you try something 1000 times but keeps failing there comes a time to learn a lesson and move on

[@JABOY_JAMEL]

So in other words take your time no rush lol

[@BubbaAyers1969]

Nice

[@k7_studio525]

Would be great if any one can make a video of it on street 😊 Cruze is my dream car...♥️

[@aminuddinanuar]

cool

[@substandardabuse6028]

Spent a shit load of money and it's still a Cruze.

[@stevej6824]

The only issue I see is that it’s a Chevy Cruze. The money he spent on customizing it he could’ve spent on a better car. You can paint a turd gold. It’ll still be a turd 💩 Other than that it was a good wrap job 👍

[@BigInjun05]

Why does a chevy cruze look like this 🤣

[@jillian7368]

I have a Chevy Cruze. It does not look like this lol

[@oof578]

R I C E

[@awptions]

valkyrae

[@ferretkiller9454]

you just have to think someone paid half the value of that shit box to have someone wrap it

[@lefterishadjichristodoulou7021]

👍🇨🇾

[@TheShangralaaaa17]

Imagine dumping money into a chevy cruze...

[@mtbmotivation8077]

I don’t see a lot of fingering going on.... that’s what she said 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@pavel514mtlQC]

Who customizes a cruze? 🤣