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How do you chrome delete a Tesla Model 3?

I have an older Tesla Model 3. I know the newer versions have blacked-out chrome, and I love the way they look. How can I chrome delete my Tesla Model 3?

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Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Chrome delete has become increasingly popular among
Tesla
owners, so much so that the company decided to make it a standard feature in their new vehicles! Even though you have an older Model 3, you can still chrome delete your car.
To chrome delete your Tesla
Model 3
, you’ll need to purchase a chrome delete kit or visit a shop that specializes in customizations. Since installing chrome delete properly is considered a difficult task, it is best left to professionals unless you feel very confident DIYing it.
Should you decide to purchase a kit, just follow the instructions. Most kits come with:
  • Vinyl to wrap all chrome areas of your Tesla
  • Squeegees
  • Heat gun
  • Instructions
In theory, the application of the chrome delete kit is quite simple. You’ll:
  • Clean all chrome, ensuring it’s free of dust or debris.
  • Remove backing from vinyl pieces to reveal the adhesive.
  • Attach the vinyl to the corresponding car part.
  • Use a squeegee to remove any air bubbles.
  • Use the heat gun to ensure the vinyl is adhering to your car properly.
And that’s all there is to it!
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