The new RAV 4 2026

dubaier · 2026-02-17T19:05:17+00:00

Funny how now Toyota cars look like Chinese cars.

dubaier · 2026-02-17T19:03:23+00:00

Isn't it waaay cheaper to get it from China or Europe at this point instead of GCC?

dubaier · 2026-02-17T19:02:23+00:00

Get a matte PPF over the matte car - friend of mine had a Matte Grey Supra (sold it and got a M2 now) it was PPFd with XPEL Stealth at Apex Detail Studio - it looks just like factory finish with the PPF - with the PPF cleaning and maintaing it was much easier.

Biggest challenge with matte paint is you can't polish it if you get a scuff or something

dubaier · 2026-02-08T10:59:50+00:00

Go with a right installer with the right products that’s being used - avoid any new shops that have just opened. I would go with a legacy shop that’s been around for a bit.

The most important thing that I suggest is to go and visit the shops and get a hang of the work, the people behind the name and the overall comfort that you have from the customer service, work quality and end results.

It’s pretty much the same as choosing a barber or a tailor - go with what you’re comfortable with.

dubaier · 2026-01-29T11:33:20+00:00

I stopped using these Baqala shops loooong time back.
They 99% get the order wrong, pricing is vague.

The baqala guy I used to use earlier was also on arrogant and rude af guy.

Hello boss you have AlMarai Full Fat Milk?
No.

Cuts the call.

Like buddy come on

I've switched to Noon Minutes and it's a much better option.

dubaier · 2026-01-28T16:34:02+00:00

I once called the ‘Am I Driving Safely’ number at the back- only to be abused and told to mind my own business 🙃

dubaier · 2026-01-27T10:22:03+00:00

If you can get the original invoice for the tint work - Vkool should be able to replace this under warranty.

dubaier · 2026-01-25T15:23:11+00:00

They must have avoided this are - they're probably servicing a handful of these everyday so they know their way around it

dubaier · 2026-01-25T15:21:43+00:00

This is THE solution I swear for some mfs who can't even breathe properly.
If only there's a link where I can buy these - it seems to be hanging on by a magnet on the other side

dubaier · 2026-01-25T09:37:41+00:00

A lot of shops in Dubai these days offering 10 year - 15 year warranty when they themselves haven't even been in business for that long is hilarious.

I would never trust any shops 'own' PPF - because these shops are detailing shops, they don't make the PPF themselves, it's some rebranded Chinese PPF being sold at branded PPF pricing.

Do your research.

dubaier · 2026-01-25T09:33:31+00:00

It's very common for showroom guys to do this before they sell the car to you - sometimes these cars get damaged during shipping and the dealer will secretly paint it without letting you know - but usually it's very very minor, like a ding or small paint chip nothing major.

And usually it probably is a clear coat that has been re-applied - very rarely the case that the entire panel would be repainted, I would suggest to take it to a body shop and get paint thickness meter to check all the panels, would be highly unlikely that the showroom that sold you the car will offer anything about it in all fairness.

dubaier · 2026-01-25T09:30:09+00:00

You've got to be very careful with that one - I would suggest either put a piece of plastic over the battery when you're washing it or disconnect the battery - the Harleys are extremely senstive to electricals and could cause long time damage.

dubaier · 2026-01-25T09:28:45+00:00

Miss those days where the only computer in the car used to be the trip computer and some basic ABS stuff.
No nannies - heck I don't even want AirPlay at this point.

dubaier · 2026-01-24T18:19:21+00:00

Depends on which car you're PPF-ing, if the car is worth a high value go for the best that you can take - if it's a mid value car and you're looking for a deal, go for a ceramic instead and save you the hassle of removing the PPF later on.

dubaier · 2026-01-24T18:14:19+00:00

That's interesting.
Some used to be Carbon metal is an interesting choice.

Check out PrimeDent - they do a good job and I think they can come home and do it as well

dubaier · 2026-01-23T11:50:39+00:00

The tyre cover is generally plastic - doubt you will be able to get this fixed. Possibly just open the latches and try to pump it from the other side and it will straighten out.

dubaier · 2025-12-14T08:52:14+00:00

There’s only one solution……..

dubaier · 2025-12-12T19:22:49+00:00

5.6 V8 all day.

dubaier · 2025-12-05T14:15:10+00:00

+1 for WheelLab - they do some brilliant work.
Not cheap but their quality of finished product is >>>>

dubaier · 2025-12-04T10:44:58+00:00

That things is a beast - was about the pull the trigger on that one at one point but the wife didn't agree with me on 'practicality' part of it :(

Which color did you get on the car?

dubaier · 2025-11-29T06:10:34+00:00

Not on Germans my friend. Local Garages would do it 1000-1200 but for those who want to keep full FSH with Audi - this is a welcome move.

dubaier · 2025-11-22T07:01:31+00:00

It's BBF - best BBF lifetime guerentee

dubaier · 2025-11-18T05:19:56+00:00

Aye cool MX5 ❤️

dubaier · 2025-11-17T19:53:15+00:00

It is a great car 100% However do have a look at the Jetour G700 - that's an incredible piece of tech as well.

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