STEK uses a liquid-applied nano ceramic topcoat that removes a layer of adhesive and laminate that most other PPF manufacturers use that resulting in a glossier, smoother finish that has no orange peel, making their films virtually invisible. Dynoshield is hydrophobic, anti-contamination, stain-resistant, and self-healing (with the application of hot water). STEK’s top-of-the-line topcoat, combined with UV-resistant, anti-yellowing adhesives and all of the above-mentioned properties, gives DYNOshield an unprecedented 10-year warranty.
Unlike other PPF films we have used, Dynoshield won’t yellow or crack, and the finish is hard and glossy like new paint, meaning it won’t smear and streak when you try to detail your car, something that has bugged us with other films. If you like matt finishes STEK has Dyno Matte film which has all of the same properties and warranty with a beautiful matte finish.
The level of gloss and shine that the Dynoshield has is amazing, and the surface is super low maintenance. No waxing needed, just a simple wash, even from a car wash, and a wipe down with detail spray keeps the car looking amazing for many years. The thick Dynoshield film will do a great job of protecting the paint and painted trim from being damaged by road dirt and track kicked up sand, and small rocks.
When you look at AeroWerkz level of craftsmanship, it is pretty amazing. Many, even high-end installers, cut the film close to the edge of panels. This leaves gaps at the edge of every panel unprotected and leaves seams that give away that the car has been PPF-covered. AeroWerkz goes over nearly every edge so the PPF appears seamless and every bit of the paint is covered. Can you see the PPF in this close up? We cannot.
No seams here! When looking very carefully, we did find a few, but they were all carefully hidden, and every bit of the paint was protected.
The factory forged carbon roof in our opinion looks pretty ugly. It has a satin finish which makes it look like dirty black primer not expensive carbon fiber. It also seems to attract dust so it looks like dirty black primer. Covering it with Dynoshield made it looks awesome and you can see the depth of the carbon patterns. It is just wow, it made the carbon look go from cheap to awesome.
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I wondered who would want a GR Corolla with an Auto but when you really dissect what the car is, it leans more to a fun road car than a track beast. I like the idea of a build showcasing creature comforts and occasional track day fun as opposed to an all-out transformative build on what is a brand-new platform, just to get YT views. Did Toyota add a OEM arm rest for the auto atleast?
I kinda disagree with the logic… I think a manual is more import to a fun street car than a fun track car. unless we’re talking a slow 4 spd slushbox that never does what you want it to, a 2 pedal track car can still be tons of fun… but going 2 pedals over 3 on a street car, you gotta make up A LOT to get near the same fun factor. then again a crappy shifter and super long ratios can ruin a 3 pedal car too. (talking cars in general, not GR Corolla specific)
ever drive a manual in our traffic? gets old quick.
sure, but I said fun street driving, not traffic street driving. if I had to drive in heavy traffic regularly I’d rather have 2 cars that add up to 40k than one 40k car. one for traffic and one for fun. but hey, if the GR Corolla is the traffic car… thats not bad…
I agree. Done my fair share of excruciating manual driving in CA Bay Area and LA traffic, but I feel the benefits of enjoyments out on an open or twisting mountain road more than make up for it.
The auto is what comes on the TRC race cars and turns faster lap times than the manual. That seals the deal.
It is a motorsports derived transmission and it is used in the TRC cars. It does faster lap times than the manual. good enough for her
I applaud the courage to get the auto. Having driven the manual GR Yaris in everyday traffic, it does get old quick.
But on twisty backroads, I wouldn´t want anything else.
The GR Yaris has the same kind of forged carbon roof, but is covered by a carbon-look vinyl from the factory, so the Corolla roof even without the PPF looks better.
The auto is faster on the track and in fast driving. After that, I don’t care.. With the PDK in my Porsche and GT-R, I am not going back.
In my locale, a FULL STEK PPF wrap “Starts at,” $10k. Just the front end alone is “Starts at,” $4k. Insane. I can leave the city and save maybe 10%. But still, that’s a lot.
I understand if you have like a 100k+ car, but 10k of ppf on a 30-40k car? my brain doesn’t bend that way…
I have a friend who drove a BMW 3-series for years that was manual in LA traffic. So, you know, about 25-30 miles, an hour and a half each way. She eventually had to give up driving stick because of knee pain. Lots of Porsche PDK owners for this reason.
I get it, little car, lots of power, decent handling out of the box, and a stick. “hot hatch,” they call it.
At the same time, given the pedigree and experience of the owner, it’s not out of bounds to say, I have a track car, now I want a quiet easy car with all the creature comforts.
I share the same I5 as you guys, we have a 405 that is equally as awful. I at times wish to have an auto as my daily. Funny thing, my project car is an auto! I enjoy driving my wife’s car, also an auto. I have dreams of converting my project car to a T56 or TR6060; but as an auto in traffic it’s rather nice.
I have heard of windshield protection films before, but have never heard of their short warranty or propensity towards scratching or hazing or whatever. Kinda bums me out, unless it’s a super inexpensive and easily replaceable type of product.
I think this is such a cool hatch! Hoping you and Krista like it and give us more follow up on driving impressions, real world results, etc. Thanks!
Wow I’m amazed how long the PPF last, that’s definitely a worth doing on your nice car.