It’s tempting to look for the cheapest way to change your car’s color. But trust me, shortcuts can cost you more in the end. Just this week, I spoke with someone who thought his Mini was wrapped… until we got closer.
A Customer Story That Says It All
Earlier this week, a man approached me and asked if I could inspect his Mini. He recently bought it second-hand and believed it was wrapped. He wanted to remove the wrap, so naturally, I went over to give him some advice , like we always do at 2wrap.com.
But as I got closer, it was obvious: this car wasn’t wrapped. It was sprayed. Not painted, but covered in a liquid wrap, likely Plasti Dip or a similar product.
And here’s the issue…
Plasti Dip Isn’t Always What You Think
Let me be clear: I’m not blaming Plasti Dip as a brand. If it’s done professionally, with at least 5–6 layers, and used for small accents, sure, it can work. We’ve seen logos, grilles, or emblems done nicely.
But if you’re using it to spray an entire car? Especially if you’re doing it cheap or DIY? That’s asking for trouble.
This poor customer thought he’d save money. But now? The car is a mess. The installer didn’t spray enough layers, so it’s almost impossible to peel off. He has to scrape it, use aggressive chemicals, and maybe even polish and repaint parts of the car.
He sprayed everything: the mirrors, the plastic trims, the door handles. Now it’s all gunked up. And guess what? It’s not reversible in the way they promised , at least, not without damaging the car.
Wraps Might Cost a Bit More, But They’re Worth It
At 2wrap.com, we wrap cars professionally with the best materials. We don’t cut corners. We’ve fixed so many cars that were “Plasti Dip” poorly, and trust me, it’s not worth the few hundred bucks you think you’re saving.
If you’re on a budget and still want a color change, let’s talk. A proper wrap will protect your paint, look 10x better, and come off clean when you’re ready.
Final Thoughts
I know this post might upset a few people in the Plasti Dip community. That’s fine. I’m just here to give honest advice, based on real cars and real people who come to us for help.
So here’s my tip: If you really want to change the color of your car, do it right. Don’t spray your entire car with liquid wrap unless you’re absolutely sure it’s applied thick enough — and by someone who knows what they’re doing.
Better yet, get a quote for a wrap here and avoid a big, sticky mess later.
