[The_Dark_Passenger]

Hi,

I took delivery of my MINI and just realized there is a blue film over my JCW door sills. I'm presuming this is shipping wrapping material. Does anyone know the best way to get this off?

 

[uke]

Probably just peels off.

 

[The_Dark_Passenger]

Probably just peels off.

That's what I thought too. However, when I yank on one of the edges this stuff barely budged. It's really stuck on there.

Do you have the JCW door sills? I don't think this film is supposed to be on it right?

 

[kenl]

The film should be removed by the dealer before delivery but I have had two new MINIs where they forgot. Once you get a corner peeled away it comes of pulling it with steady pressure.

 

[Peterg]

As above, it peels off.
Try warming it gently with a hair dryer, to soften.

 

[The_Dark_Passenger]

The film should be removed by the dealer before delivery but I have had two new MINIs where they forgot. Once you get a corner peeled away it comes of pulling it with steady pressure.

Alright, thanks! I'll just give it some elbow grease in the morning.

My Cooper S arrived just as ordered and in perfect condition though, and it's such a thrill to drive it! I just absolutely love my new MINI!

 

[profiteroles]

mine had it too - best way is to use your nail to scrape the blue off in the middle of the sill - then once you have a bit of purchase you can get the rest off easy

It's very satisfying to pull off - like a scab

 

[jeremybingham]

Ooer

 

[The_Dark_Passenger]

Alright, I tried again this morning and it came off this time without too much fussing.

Thanks everyone for the tips!

 

[uke]

Alright, I tried again this morning and it came off this time without too much fussing.

Thanks everyone for the tips!

Cool. Now I'm waiting for the "How do I reapply the blue film to the door sills? I really like the effect!" thread...