Okay this is probably a dumb question, but what are these for? Is it a piece of PPF to protect the paint from rocks or is it some sort of reflective surface for oncoming traffic? Question is, can I take them off? I hate how the edges always look dirty even after a fresh wash. And if I do take them off, what are the chances there will be an outline or difference in paint color? I have had the car for a little over a year now and I do have an after market ceramic coat on it.

Thanks!

 

that's dealer-installed PPF. You probably have a strip on the lower 1/3 of your hood, and also on your sideview mirrors too.

To remove it I would take it to a shop that does PPF. They will use heat guns and experience/technique to remove it without any paint risk, then do minor paint correction and reapply ceramic coat to the bare paint. Or, you could get PPF that's worth a damn, find a shop that does XPEL premium plus + get a full front clip put on, up to you.

 

Some cars came out of the factory with that PPF only in those areas. Mine didn't and I have yet to see any rock chips in that area. Remove it!!

 

No, please don't remove them unless you plan to PPF the door yourself.

My rear doors have taken a beating. The PPF itself even has a chunk missing, presumably from a rock hitting it.

 

On a darker color I would agree with you because you wouldn't be able to see it but on white? I don't know, looks pretty unsightly as the poster says.

 

I agree, not sure if i would remove it or recommend removing it, but i don't like how noticeable it is against the ultra white. Needless to say mine is still on.

fortunately I have the FCK mudguards for added protection