This Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody came into Apex Detail Studio in deep red and left in full matte black colour PPF, with a custom printed demon graphic across the hood and red accents on the badges, splitter and diffuser. Colour PPF in Dubai at Apex starts from AED 15,000 before 5% VAT, depending on options.
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- What was done to this Dodge Challenger Hellcat?
- Why choose colour PPF over a vinyl wrap for a Hellcat?
- What makes the Challenger Hellcat Widebody a special case?
- How did Apex Detail Studio fit the colour PPF?
- Can you add custom graphics like the demon hood?
- How much does colour PPF cost for a Dodge Challenger in Dubai?
- How do you care for matte black colour PPF in Dubai?
- Frequently asked questions
- Change your colour at our Al Quoz studio
Colour PPF changes the look of a car and protects the factory paint underneath at the same time. If you are searching for a Hellcat colour change in Dubai, a Dodge colour PPF quote, or simply want to see how matte black PPF looks on a widebody muscle car, this build shows the before, the install and the finished car at our Al Quoz studio.
Job card
- Car: Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody, factory deep red.
- Service: full-body colour PPF, plus a custom printed demon graphic on the hood.
- Finish: matte black, with red accent lines on the front splitter and rear diffuser.
- Details: red Hellcat fender badges, red SRT Hellcat grille badge and red graphics between the tail lights.
- Where: Apex Detail Studio, 6A Street, Al Quoz Industrial 3, Dubai.
Thinking about a colour change? WhatsApp us on +971 58 549 2739 with your car and the colour you have in mind, and the team will come back with options.
What was done to this Dodge Challenger Hellcat?
Every painted panel was covered in matte black colour paint protection film, turning a glossy deep red Hellcat into a stealthy black car with red details. On top of the black, the hood now carries a large printed demon face that sits between the two hood scoops.
The owner wanted the car to look completely different without touching the factory paint. Colour PPF does exactly that: the colour is in the film, and the original red stays sealed underneath. The red accent lines along the front splitter and rear diffuser, the red Hellcat badges on the fenders and the red SRT Hellcat badge in the grille tie the black body to the red graphic on the hood.
Before and after
Why choose colour PPF over a vinyl wrap for a Hellcat?
Because colour PPF protects as well as it changes the colour, and in our experience it gives a better finish than vinyl. For a car like this, that combination matters more than on most.
A vinyl wrap is a styling film. Colour PPF is a thick, self-healing urethane film with the colour built in, so it guards the paint against stone chips, light scratches and wash marks while it changes the look. At Apex we recommend colour PPF over vinyl for colour changes for that reason: the finish is cleaner, the surface is tougher, and the protection is real. You can read more about how colour PPF compares on a very different car in our Mercedes-AMG G63 colour change PPF build.
What makes the Challenger Hellcat Widebody a special case?
The widebody arches, the long flat hood and the low front end all make this a demanding car to film, and all of them take a beating on Dubai roads.
The Hellcat Widebody runs a supercharged 6.2-litre HEMI V8 behind flared front and rear arches that push the body out well past the standard Challenger. Those deep curves need the film stretched and laid carefully so it sits flat with no lifting at the edges. The long hood and the low splitter take most of the stone chips on the highway, and with Challenger production ended in 2023, keeping the original factory paint perfect underneath is worth a lot to owners.
How did Apex Detail Studio fit the colour PPF?
The film went on panel by panel, laid wet with slip solution so our installers could slide each sheet into position before squeegeeing it down. Large sheets covered whole panels such as the doors, so there are as few joins as possible on the finished car.
Midway through the job the car was half red, half black: the hood, roof and doors were already in matte black while the front fenders and bumper were still the factory red. That is normal for a colour change, and it shows how much of the original paint the film covers. Once the black was down, the printed demon graphic was positioned on the hood by hand, lined up between the scoops, and laid onto the black film. Our full step-by-step method is explained in our PPF installation process guide.
Step by step on this Challenger
Can you add custom graphics like the demon hood?
Yes. Custom printed graphics can be added on top of a colour PPF job, as this hood shows.
The demon on this Challenger is a single printed graphic, laid onto the hood after the black film. It sits flat across the contours between the scoops, and the red in the artwork is picked up by the badges and accent lines on the rest of the car. For another example of custom printed work from our studio, see the Zeus Offroad Cayman livery.
The details
How much does colour PPF cost for a Dodge Challenger in Dubai?
Colour PPF at Apex Detail Studio starts from AED 15,000 before 5% VAT, depending on options.
The final price for a Challenger depends on the colour and finish you choose, whether door jambs are included, and any extras such as printed graphics or accent details. For comparison, clear full-body PPF starts from AED 12,000 for sedans and AED 13,500 for SUVs and trucks, before 5% VAT. Our PPF cost guide for Dubai explains what changes the price. Send us your car and the look you want on WhatsApp and we will quote it properly.
How do you care for matte black colour PPF in Dubai?
Hand wash it with a pH-neutral shampoo, dry it with a clean microfibre towel and never polish or wax it, because that would add shine to the matte surface.
Dubai sun, heat and sand are hard on any finish. Wash off dust and sand regularly rather than wiping it dry, avoid automatic brush washes, and park in shade where you can. If you want an extra hydrophobic layer, our guide on whether matte and satin cars can be ceramic coated covers the options. Apex also offers a yearly PPF maintenance package with film inspection, a hydrophobic refresh, a hand wash and detail, and a UV check.
Want your car in a new colour?
Tell us your car and the colour or finish you want, and we will reply with options and a quote.
Frequently asked questions
Is colour PPF better than a vinyl wrap?
For a colour change, we recommend colour PPF. It is thicker and self-healing, it protects the paint against stone chips and scratches, and it gives a better finish than vinyl.
Will the original red paint still be there underneath?
Yes. Colour PPF covers the factory paint rather than replacing it, so the original red on this Challenger is still under the film and protected by it.
How much does colour PPF cost in Dubai?
Colour PPF at Apex Detail Studio starts from AED 15,000 before 5% VAT, depending on options. Door jambs on a colour change are an extra AED 3,000 plus VAT.
What warranty does colour PPF come with?
Our colour PPF comes with a 10-year warranty, the same as our clear PPF.
How long does a colour PPF job take?
A full PPF job usually takes 2 to 3 days at our studio. Colour changes with custom graphics or extra details can take longer, so we confirm the timing when we inspect the car.
Can you add printed graphics to colour PPF?
Yes. This Challenger has a custom printed demon graphic laid on the hood over the matte black film. Send us your artwork or idea on WhatsApp and we will advise on size and placement.
How do I book my car in at Apex?
Send your car’s details on WhatsApp to +971 58 549 2739. We are open every day except Friday, 10am to 7pm, at 6A Street, Al Quoz Industrial 3, and we offer pick-up and drop-off across Dubai.
Change your colour at our Al Quoz studio
This Hellcat shows what colour PPF can do: a completely new look, custom artwork and full protection for the factory paint, all in one job. Whether you drive a Challenger, a Charger or any other car, our team in Al Quoz fits colour PPF entirely in-house. See more colour changes like the Porsche 911 colour change PPF, then message us on WhatsApp to get your car booked in.
