From Beaten Up to Show-Ready: Matte Green 3M Wrap on a 2014 Honda Civic in Naperville

From Beaten Up to Show-Ready – Honda Civic 2014 in Matte Green 3M

Sometimes a car just needs a second chance at life. That’s exactly what happened with this 2014 Honda Civic we recently wrapped here at Auto Style PPF Car Wrap Naperville. The owner came to us because our pricing around Naperville and the surrounding suburbs is hard to beat, and he had heard we know exactly how to handle older, beat-up cars before wrapping them.

This Civic had a rough past – the paint was peeling badly, it had been repainted before (not very well), dents all over the body, and even a cracked bumper. Before we even touched the vinyl, our team went to work fixing all the issues: smoothing the surface, repairing the bumper, and making sure the body was ready for a flawless wrap.

The owner chose Matte Green from 3M, a bold and clean look that instantly gave the car a new personality. But we didn’t stop there – we wrapped the hood in carbon fiber vinyl from Avery Dennison. Honestly, it looks like a real carbon hood now.

When it rolled out of our shop, it didn’t look like a tired old Civic anymore. It looked like a proper JDM-style street car, the kind you’d expect to see at a local car meet or Cars & Coffee show. The owner was beyond happy – he said it feels like having a brand new paint job, but with the benefits of vinyl wrap.

We’ve wrapped many older cars over the years, so we know how to prep and restore them before the vinyl goes on. This is not just about putting on a wrap – it’s about bringing life back to a vehicle and making it stand out again.

If your car has seen better days, whether it’s a Honda, BMW, Porsche, or any make, we can give it a fresh, smooth finish that looks like it rolled out of the factory yesterday.

Image Alt Texts for Before & After Pictures:

• "2014 Honda Civic before wrap – peeling paint and dents"

• "2014 Honda Civic after wrap – Matte Green 3M vinyl with Avery Dennison carbon hood"

• "Honda Civic JDM-style wrap Naperville by Auto Style PPF"

Stronger Together: How The Wrench Shack and Auto Style PPF Team Up to Deliver the Best Auto Styling Experience

At Auto Style PPF, we believe that great results come not just from quality materials and skilled installation but also from strong partnerships. That’s why we’re proud to collaborate closely with The Wrench Shack, a trusted local auto business owned by my good friend.

Sharing Space, Sharing Success

Both businesses operate under the same roof, splitting rent and utilities evenly, which helps us keep overhead low and focus on what matters most—serving our clients. This shared workspace fosters a unique environment where teamwork and mutual support thrive every day.

Complementary Services for Complete Car Care

Our services perfectly complement each other to provide customers with a one-stop solution for vehicle enhancement and protection:

• Auto Style PPF: Specializes in paint protection film (PPF) installations, vinyl wraps, and car styling that preserves and enhances your vehicle’s finish.

• The Wrench Shack: Expert in window tinting, chrome deletes, and vinyl wrapping services.

This way, when a client brings their vehicle for PPF installation, The Wrench Shack can immediately take care of window tinting or chrome delete work, making the process seamless and efficient.

Collaboration That Elevates Every Job

We don’t just share space—we share skills. On tougher projects, we pitch in to help each other. I prep vehicles for vinyl wrapping, ensuring the surface is perfect for The Wrench Shack’s installers. Meanwhile, I focus on flawless PPF installations to protect the vehicle’s paint long-term.

A Win-Win for Clients and Businesses

This close cooperation means quicker turnaround times, consistent high-quality results, and a better overall experience for every customer. It’s a win-win that benefits both our businesses and, most importantly, our clients.