Who says your car has to look like everyone else’s? We say forget the masses. Your car should have as much character and personality as you, and it should definitely turn heads instead of getting lost in the crowd. Fortunately, you don’t have to drive far to find a shop capable of transforming your ride.

Congratulations for choosing to apply paint protection film and preserving the beauty of your car’s paint. As with all good things, the life of your film must come to an end. If it’s been more than four years or you’ve noticed some changes in the film’s condition. It might be time for paint protection film removal.

3M is one of the oldest window tint manufacturers, and over the past 50 years more drivers have installed 3M automotive window tint than any other brand. Since being issued the first patent for sun control window film in 1966, 3M has constantly been on the cutting-edge of window tint design, engineering, and technology. Today, 3M offers automotive window tint films that range in price and performance from basic privacy films to cutting-edge ceramic and nanotechnology films. Whether you want to ride in privacy, block heat, or reduce infrared and UV penetration inside your car, 3M offers a solution to meet your needs and budget.

The short answer to this question is…it depends. Although dealerships generally don’t accept a different paint color as falling under the definition of normal “wear and tear,” that doesn’t mean you’re stuck driving your dream car in the wrong color. Many sources list “no customizing” as one of the drawbacks of leasing a vehicle, but it doesn’t mean you can’t change the appearance of the car you’re leasing to express your personality.