Dec 21, 2012
highedu I am soon to finalize (12,838) and am thinking about going the completely blacked out look which is: Black paint, Black leather interior, Black tinted windows, Black or grey wheels.
Has anybody on this thread done something similar and have pictures to share? If not completely blakced out does anybody have pictures of a model s with black paint and black interior with the grey wheels?
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Dec 21, 2012
TEG Signature #1 is black with the dark gray wheels.
(Didn't have tinted windows yet, though)
2012 Tesla Model S: First Drive Photo Gallery - Autoblog
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Dec 21, 2012
highedu Thanks Teg!
I think i will defintelty take it to the next level by going all black including the windows and wheels.�
Dec 21, 2012
TEG Here is a mock-up of tinted windows:
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Dec 21, 2012
dailydriver I totally approve.
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Dec 21, 2012
Johan So does the Bat Man. I'm leaning towards this setup myself.�
Dec 21, 2012
Oreo After seeing the article those pictures are coming from:
http://www.autoblog.com/2012/09/11/2012-tesla-model-s-first-drive-review-video/?utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=twitterfeed
I made up my mind to go all black as well, with CF interior of course, and tinted windows.
I just wish I would be able to change out that chrome around the windows. Some black "frames" like BMW offers (Shadowline?) would be nice.
I always wanted a black (bad**s) car.
Johan, looks like we're going for the same then?�
Dec 21, 2012
Johan Oh yes
I think you could put either black (matte?) wrap on the chrome, or cover it with liquid black plastic (Plastidip). That would be cool. Plastdip can be put on wheels too, I've seen nice examples of this. Not sure if it lasts well though.�
Dec 21, 2012
TEG I tinted the windows on my black LEAF...
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Blackout trim mock-up:
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Dec 21, 2012
Oreo TEG,
as you may see I stole your photoshoped picture as my avatar. Hope that's OK.
I liked it so much.
The Leaf's in Norway comes standard with tinted windows.�
Dec 21, 2012
Laumb After seeing the prices, it looks as I have to skip dolphin grey and do black or white to Save a few pesos.
I will most definetively vinyl wrap the chrome black. Guess it will look awesome.
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Tapatalkin' from iTalatut.�
Dec 21, 2012
highedu Stunning!
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I am going to go full black most likely:
- Black paint
- Black Leather
- Piano Black trim
- Matte Black Wheels
- Tinted windows all the way around full black
- Black wrap on the chrome�
Dec 21, 2012
TEG Front windshield and windows on the front doors are not permitted to be tinted in California.
(Well on the side windows you can get away with a very light tint.)
You can do "limo tint" on the back windows if you like, but be aware of the state regulations on front windows in California.
California Window Tint Law - TintCenter.com
CHP-Frequently Asked Questions of the Highway Patrol
Recent tint discussion thread:
Aftermarket window tinting anyone?�
Dec 21, 2012
highedu I know it's not permitted in CA but my current vehicle, M5, has it and I tend to get away with it knock on wood
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Dec 21, 2012
shokunin Looks like you may be the first have your Model S murdered out.�
Dec 21, 2012
bosgig I wouldn't trust a picture taken on a beach against a sunset. That's about the most flattering backdrop imaginable, for any color. Find one taken on a street. Also, I'd advise seeing the red piping on the leather in person--some people love it, some not so much.�
Dec 21, 2012
goyogi Your theme song
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Dec 21, 2012
vfx I've heard from more than one person that did the Tesla factory tour a while ago that they have totally blacked out S on the floor there. Everything black.�
Dec 21, 2012
Brian H Bah. Buncha Elon copy-cats!
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Dec 21, 2012
TEG Or:
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Dec 22, 2012
Electric Machete I have a black paint, black interior (with red piping b/c of performance), gray wheels, carbon fiber interior, and I plan to go as dark on the tint an all windows as possible once the car arrives (supposedly before Jan 1). I will take before and after tinting photos. It is also "illegal" here in Florida to tint the front windows beyond a certain degree, but I have not had any problems with this. Simply rolling down all windows when pulled over is the proper approach for this. The front windows cannot be tinted legally because police cannot see you as they approach the vehicle when they pull you over. As long as they can see you as they approach, I'm pretty sure they won't care about the tint. Unless you act like a d*ck after they pull you over.
In Florida I have never taken my car in for emissions testing, thus cannot testify to whether or not they might fail you for illegal tint in states that require this.
I've also considered wrapping the chrome in black and powder coating the wheels black. I'll make those decisions once I've had the car for a little while though.�
Dec 22, 2012
shokunin I wonder if they'll ever add an option for black chrome or more carbon fiber. I was bummed when they eliminated the exterior CF bits on the exterior. Side mirrors would have been nice to be in CF.�
Dec 22, 2012
TEG In California, the emissions test people (which would never test a Tesla) could care less about window tinting. It would be the peace officers who notice suspicious tint, pull you over, and then use some sort of light meter to test the windows and decide if they can write you a "fix-it" ticket.
I don't think they go after parked cars, but rather pull over cars if they are concerned about "over-tinting."�
Dec 22, 2012
Oreo At least we don't have to worry about that...in an S, or any other Tesla.�
Dec 22, 2012
Nikoli I really wanted to murder out the S, but there is way too much chrome. Decided go with grey instead since the chrome didn't stand out quite as much compared to the black. Wheels will be grey, and winter wheels are also grey to match. Will post pictures once the car is here.
I blacked out our Mini Clubman S and it looks bada$$ but was a real pain due to all the chrome. I get a lot of positive comments, and a lot of people don't realize it's a Mini. The front badge is the only part I left chrome.
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Dec 23, 2012
Electric Machete How do you cover up the chrome? I'm imagining my black Tesla with only the T on back in chrome. And I would love to find some blacked out tail light covers.�
Dec 23, 2012
Nikoli The Mini required a variety of methods. Front grille and side markers are JCW aftermarket parts. Headlight rings were body color painted. Door handles have body color molded covers. Filler cap was removed and replaced with a non-S filler door. Headlights were disassembled and painted (the "Joey" mod). And finally the beltline chrome was masked over with 3M electrical tape. The tape turned out surprisingly clean and fits the beltline perfectly. Would rather have removed and painted it, but the tape will do for now.
The door handles on the Model S might be the biggest challenge. Since they recede into the body doing a wrap might cause them to bind. Painting the handles might work but would need to remove them from the doors.�
Dec 23, 2012
ToddRLockwood I'd think twice about blacking out your side windows. While it may look cool, it can lead to safety issues with pedestrians, bicycles and other drivers who aren't sure what your intentions are. In addition, you might become more of a target for police interest.�
Dec 23, 2012
vfx Which to me would sound like a Charlie Brown teacher comment except if you are new to a silent electric car you know that the driver has to be triply aware of what going on around you. People have compared it the the awareness of a motorcylcle rider. Pedestrians and cyclists just don;t here you and do things without looking that endanger you both.�
Dec 24, 2012
dsmith2189 My BMW was blacked out (by my girlfriend) and I hated it. way to dark, but did help with the Las Vegas Heat. got rid of both GF and Tint (at the same time)�
Dec 27, 2012
Beefheart This is my take on blacked out: Dolphin grey with black/black interior. Dark grey wheels and every chrome part foiled to the same color as the wheels. Borrowed a pic from another thread here and did a quick paintbrush drawing to illustrate. Looks awesome IMO!
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Aug 31, 2013
Brett TEG - Gotta say impressive that you take the time and make such awesome mock-ups. Props!�
Aug 31, 2013
LASpark In LA you will see Lamborghinis with matte black paint, black rims, black badges, smoked lights, and tinted windows. Total BatMobile.�
Aug 31, 2013
RclKag 
My Blacked Out MS.
Chrome to Black (wheels, mirrors, emblems) or CF wrap(mouldings, handles).
Flat Black Lower Trim to Black (bumpers, rocker mouldings).�
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