Why You Should Use Headlight Film

I bought Lamin-X clear headlight film back in September 2010, and after almost seven years of abuse, it was looking a little rough.



So I peeled it off and replaced it. The condition of the headlights underneath the film was astounding.



I did absolutely no polishing of the headlights. Just took off the old film. The moral of the story is use headlight film, kids.


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I agree, but it is nice to see an actual result. I have film on all of our headlights, and on my MS3, I put in new headlights and immediately had the film applied. Small price ($95) of the film is a lot less than replacing the units!


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Very nice! I'm getting another set of headlights and was going to add film. Couldn't decide what brand, was thinking maybe 3m since I've had luck with their other products.

 

I have 3M product on all 3 of our Mazdas


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Too late for me

 

Actually, it's not. I just polished the headlights on Erika's 2012 Pu, then applied headlight film.


The tools:


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After:



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I know this is an old thread, but I was searching headlight threads and found this one. My headlights are not too bad, but they are scuffed a little, particularly along the bottom. I had some thoughts about replacing them with some aftermarket headlights. But I think I decided to keep them. There are of course kits to restore headlights. But after restoring them, I wondered what would be best protection.

I checked Lamin-X, and the precut Mazda 6 films were almost $60, but a 20% off coupon. So, around $45. Seems pretty pricey for film. And at least one guy complained the film didn’t last that long for him, though the OP here was happy with his film. On Amazon, I saw a ceramic headlight coating for $18 that claimed it would last the life of the car. Though it would probably be a pain to get them to send another kit if it doesn’t last. Still, $18 seems a lot better deal then $45.

 

If you use a UV capable film, it would increase the time your lenses stay clear after a polishing. The benefit is the film can be replaced much easier and for less than the lights or lenses. Film isnt for life, you can think of it as a wear item.

My thoughts on Amazon...nothing lasts as long as they say. Lamin-X or any other reputable product will serve you the best.
IMHO never skimp on Tint, film, wrap etc.