This dark blue 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse came to Apex Detail Studio in Al Quoz, Dubai, for full-body paint protection film. We used custom precut XPEL Ultimate Plus with a full tuck-in, without removing any parts of the car, for a clean OEM+ finish. Full-body PPF starts from AED 12,000 for sedans and AED 13,500 for SUVs and trucks, depending on options, before 5% VAT.
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- What did we do to this Mustang Dark Horse?
- What does full tuck-in without removing parts mean?
- How was the PPF installed on the Dark Horse?
- What does the finished Mustang look like?
- Watch the full Mustang Dark Horse PPF build
- How much does PPF cost on a Mustang Dark Horse?
- Frequently asked questions
- Book your Mustang in for PPF
- Car: 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse, dark blue.
- Service: full-body paint protection film.
- Film: XPEL Ultimate Plus (gloss).
- Method: custom precut patterns, full tuck-in, no parts removed.
- Prep: machine polishing before film.
- Where: Apex Detail Studio, Al Quoz, Dubai.
Want PPF on your Mustang?
Send your car model on WhatsApp and the team will come back with film options and a quote.

What did we do to this Mustang Dark Horse?
We covered the whole car in gloss paint protection film. The film keeps the dark blue paint looking factory fresh while taking the stone chips, sand and wash marks that Dubai roads put on a car.
As the video description says, the install used custom precut patterns with a full tuck-in, and we did not remove any parts of the car. That keeps the factory fit untouched while still hiding the film edges.
What does full tuck-in without removing parts mean?
Full tuck-in means the film is wrapped around the panel edges wherever the gaps allow, so the edge sits out of sight instead of stopping on the face of the panel. Doing it without removing parts means badges, lights, handles and trims stay on the car, so nothing is unclipped and refitted.
The result is what we call an OEM+ finish: the car looks standard, with protection you have to look closely to see. Our PPF guide for Dubai explains film types and coverage in more detail.
How was the PPF installed on the Dark Horse?
The paint was machine polished first, then each precut panel was laid on slip solution, positioned, squeegeed out and set with heat. Edges were tucked from inside the door openings and around the handles and lights.
Step by step on this Ford Mustang Dark Horse
These stills come from the full build video further down the page, so every photo shows this exact car in our Al Quoz studio.















What does the finished Mustang look like?
The finished car keeps its deep gloss, with the film edges tucked away around the panels. The roof, glass line, wheels and rear spoiler all keep their factory look.



Watch the full Mustang Dark Horse PPF build
The video follows the Dark Horse from arrival through prep, install and the finished walkround.
How much does PPF cost on a Mustang Dark Horse?
Full-body PPF at Apex starts from AED 12,000 for sedans and AED 13,500 for SUVs and trucks, depending on options, before 5% VAT. The final price depends on the film and coverage you pick, so the team quotes each car on WhatsApp. If you also want a gloss boost on top, see our Ford Mustang ceramic coating article, and for a look at what goes wrong with cheap installs, see how we fix a bad PPF job.
Frequently asked questions
Which film was used on this Mustang Dark Horse?
XPEL Ultimate Plus, a gloss paint protection film, across the full body.
Were any parts removed for the PPF install?
No. The car was done with custom precut film and a full tuck-in without removing any parts.
What is an OEM+ finish?
The car looks standard from the factory, with film edges tucked out of sight, plus the protection of the film.
Was the paint polished before the film?
Yes. The paint was machine polished before the film went on.
How much is full-body PPF on a Mustang?
Full-body PPF starts from AED 12,000 for sedans and AED 13,500 for SUVs and trucks, depending on options, before 5% VAT. Send the car details on WhatsApp for a quote.
Where is Apex Detail Studio?
6A Street, Al Quoz Industrial 3, Dubai. Call or WhatsApp +971 58 549 2739.
Book your Mustang in for PPF
Message the team on WhatsApp with your car and the coverage you want, and we will share the options.
WhatsApp ApexCall +971 58 549 2739
Apex Detail Studio, 6A Street, Al Quoz Industrial 3, Dubai · Saturday to Thursday, 10am to 7pm




