Hi Doc,
depending on materials and the amount of wraps you require. I choose 3M scotchprint which is easier on the edges, which costs around RM100 -RM120 for the diffuser.
Alternative materials like 3M DINOC should costs around RM80 - RM100. Personally DINOC is harder and not so easy on the edges, but with a good heatgun these should not be a problem.... not so much if using a household hairdryer..
There are also cheaper alternatives from Taiwan, which should cost around RM50-RM70 for the diffuser.
Harder materials (harder to bend and pull on edges) would be cheaper... these are good for flat panels.. The amount of wraps required are subjective.. I would prefer to allocate a bigger cut-out to cater for margin of error..
The main cost (intangible) is on the workmanship, time and effort.... DIY might not turn out the way you wanted and once you blow it, you need to source for another wrap so extra costs.... but with a dealer, its guaranteed satisfaction and hassle free...
the other important bits that you need to take precaution when DIY is that nowadays all removable panels are secured by clips and screws/bolts... so you have to be extra careful not to damage the clips.. another risk you have to bear if the DIY route, but not with a dealer...
but at the end of it all, the satisfaction in completing the DIY tasks is priceless....
Its all dependent on oneself.... I m a DIY junkie, I would always prefer to try to do things myself...
FYI, insofar I have spend a total of RM170 worth of wraps, which I have completed the kidneys in matt black, shifter surround in printed carbon, blue parts of the roundrels with printed carbon, 320d badge in brush titanium, key fob in printed carbon (to differentiate wife's key and mine).
I have yet to start on the diffuser, maybe over the long weekend. I have loads of matt black left, which I m toying with the idea of stripes...
