I kept it in a case for display, so there's no sun discoloration or fading. I haven't peeled off the protective film, but I had to lift it slightly on the part that inserts into the base to get it to fit. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about this. Genre...LDH Group Unit Name...BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE Member Name...Masahiro Sunada Item Type...Acrylic Stand