Automotive Archives - Winguard Paint Protection Film Specialists

Aug 10 2018

GODZILLA – Okinawan Icon GT-R R34 V-Spec Nissan Skyline Custom Wrapped

This recently imported Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 V-Spec is one of the best surviving examples to date. The owner searched to have the most durable paintwork preservation available for this rarity and sought the WINGUARD crew to custom wrap the full exterior in PPF. This is a world first PPF wrap on a R34 and after weeks of preparation and meticulous design, it oozes even more exclusivity, and here it is…

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This car was designed to win races with a super-car beating performance. The RB26 Twin Turbo power can be considered as Japanese (or more accurately Okinawan) ‘muscle’. The term ‘Godzilla’ was coined in Australia by an Australian journalist in the early 90’s because this monster thrashed all the previous winners of the Australian Touring Car Championship (1990) and the Bathurst Classic (1991 and 1992).

The market for these models has recently opened right up now that the US market has access to these weapons. Popular culture has since made this marque very famous having been featured in movies, TV series and of course the PlayStation “Grand Turismo” inclusion.

Consequently, this recently imported model is one of the fastest appreciating to date. The best part about having this unmolested import wrapped/preserved in PPF, is that it can be truly opened up and heard from afar without fear of paintwork damage. All this peace of mind whilst driving one of the most memorable cars ever designed in Japan.

Most often, default templates address lettering like this by removing the PPF that traces the lines. However, our installers managed to custom-design this panel without ‘relief lettering’ and actually wrapped the inner details of “SKYLINE’ IN ONE PIECE of PPF. Difficulty rating is literally off the charts! Attention to detail level 100 achieved.

Jul 24 2018

Sevenesque Roadster – Caterham 7

WINGUARD had this incredible 7 in for custom wrapping on the nose, side body and rear guards. Watching our installers template and wrap this roadster gave me an opportunity to research what’s so special about this car. There are tons of reviews and videos available online that feature the Caterham, and for good reason. It is an absolutely thrilling and pure driving experience.

The vehicle arrived here as the paintwork had just been re-finished on the nose and guards, (which was the optimal time to preserve the paintwork with PPF as it was perfectly finished). Headlights were also wrapped, they are a
‘leading edge’, and the PPF will now prevent them from chipping and oxidizing.

The Sevenesque is particularly thrilling as driving it places you retrospectively on a 1960’s racetrack, close to the road, close to the exhaust, and with a whopping 516 up to 975 bhp per ton depending on model variation. This is achieved as most models weigh around the 510 kg mark.

I want one.

Jul 20 2018

Performante Perfection

WINGUARD continues to protect the most incredible marques on our roads today including these Huracán LP 640-4 Performantes. These are the latest that we have worked on, all are full car PPF wraps, and why wouldn’t you? The paintwork deserves to be protected in the best way possible… with the world’s leading paint protection films.

Lamborghini replaced their famous V10 Gallardos with the Huracán series in 2014 and the Performate debuted in 2017.

Performantes will be remembered as one of the greatest cars ever in years to come. Every millimetre of these 640 hp naturally aspirated super-cars has been considered by Lamborghini engineers and designers. Comfort, style and performance have all been perfectly synchronized.

Believe it or not, the only minor concern with this ride is that there may be too many options to consider… but let’s just wish to have that “problem”.

Hurucan Performante even broke through the previous 7+ second lap records at the famous Nürburgring track last year with a lap time of 00:06:51:01, the first super-car to do so. So they’re insanely quick.

What makes this car so special is that every single box has been ticked to the point that I dare you to fault it. The car handles like it was meant to be driven, sticks to the road when you don’t think it will, has loads options and is a technical marvel whilst flaunting quinta stella style and a stomping 442lb-ft of pure torque.

ALA, Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva uses air to improve the performance of the Performante providing efficiency, speed and agility.

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Apr 26 2018

When the Italians get nervous of British style and engineering… Introducing the McLaren 720S 2018

This supercar turns heads, corners and opinions of speed connoisseurs all over the globe. It’s the all-new 720s, McLaren’s replacement for the 750s.

Fully loaded with up to $180000 worth of options available, this McLaren has virtually answered every enthusiast’s ‘wish list’. Power options 370-537hp, this is one of the fastest machines currently available in Australia.

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The Twin Turbo V8 is loaded with F1 technology, getting the vehicle from 1-100kmph in a quick 2.9 seconds. The 720s offers various driving settings. You can choose and customize variations whilst driving, from the comfortable ‘Default’ setting through to ‘Sport’ and finally ‘Track’ settings – all at the push of a button.

There is no doubt about it, this is an exceptionally styled car. I’m quite sure that the Italian car competitors who are known for their elegance and style, are at least, slightly nervous. Both the interior and exterior display design excellence…with usable functionality! There are more windows on this model also, which is always helpful.

Mar 13 2018

Spirit of Ecstacy in Full Flight – Rolls Royce WRAITH 2017

Rolls Royce ‘Wraith’ by name but certainly not insubstantial by nature, the name ‘Wraith’ denotes grace, power and spirit. WINGUARD has been working on a full car PPF to ensure our client has perfect paintwork for years to come.

The Rolls Royce Wraith is rated at 624 horsepower and elegantly reaches speeds up to 250kmph electronically regulated. The nearly 17 feet long stately ride has yet again merged all the classic Rolls Royce styling into a technological 8-speed automatic.

XPEL DAP Database templates were ‘tweaked’ for an uncompromisable fit. The ‘difficulty’ technical rating to install this PPF is a 10/10 and was skillfully achieved by our National experts.

Edges are hidden where technically possible, to make the PPF disappear.

Attention to detail is what wrapping is all about, to have the most seamless and invisible finish possible.

Now this vehicle has the best available paint-protection on the market. The owner can enjoy its exuberant styling and drive without chipping or scratching.