Wood grain - aftermarket (hybrid, best, Toyota, Camry)

[George Chong]

Does anyone have any experience with aftermarket wood grain kits? I am looking at some. My mechanics states that they are basically not the best looking nor will it hold up that well.

I have a 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid and there is no factory option for the vehicle.

I saw this photo online and I think it looks really nice. In fact its the same interior color of my own car.



So here are my questions:

1. Anyone with any experience with wood grain kits that are positive or negative?

2. Do you have a brand that you would recommend?

3. Anyone know which kit this is (brand name and type)?

Thanks in advance for your help and input!

George

[getmeoutofhere]

Contact Mandy at Southside Trim (I can't remember the number, have to look it up).

They have different kits and do a great job.



Edit - A good kit with real wood that actually looks decent will run about $600 - $700.

[Hungry For Cheese]

Most of these kits are cheap and look like crap in person. Unless you take it to a pro and plan to spend well into the hundreds, leave it alone IMO.

[cdelena]

The high quality kits can look better than factory materials and are used by some dealers to upgrade cars just as aftermarket leather interiors are used.

The only issue I have seen is that areas exposed to regular sunlight can after many years discolor because of the glue used to fasten the wood.

[George Chong]

I don't mind spending some money for something that will last and actually look good. I just don't want to waste it on something that I will eventually regret.

[Ronnyboy]

YouTube - Aftermarket Wood Grain Effect Vinyl Wrapping HowToWoodGrain.com