Paint protection

[Never thought]

I've been doing a lot of reading on paint protection options and have come to the conclusion that a good quality ceramic coating is the best value for money investment to protect the paintwork at under $1000 as it will also minimize cleaning, maximize lustre and offer minor scratch protection.

The film protection for stone chips is also a great product but I cant justify the cost of $3000-$4000 for half a car (vulnerable areas) or $6000 - $7000 for the whole car. For that sort of money you could respray the whole car.

I must admit prior to purchasing the Stinger and researching the subject I was quite cynical about the idea of paint protection as my last experience from around 10 years ago was disappointing but I can now see the technology has advanced significantly and there are some great products out there, Ceramic Pro being one however I will be going for a newer product from Korea called Gyeon.

I'm hoping to learn the process of application to be able to do it myself in the future as regardless of the warranty offered I dont believe there is any product out there that will retain more than around 80% of its original composition after 12-18 months so yearly applications are necessary for optimum ongoing protection.

Here is the list of Certified Australian Detailers:

Gyeon Quartz Australia

This article on paint protection was one of the most informative ones I came across in my research:

https://www.melbournemobiledetailing.com.au/should-i-buy-paint-protection/

FYI here in the US I paid $1260 USD for Suntek ultra full bumper, full fenders, full hood, headlights and mirrors. That price includes install.

 

[Craig]

I paid 800 to do a 2014 Charger. That was the front, partial hood and the side mirrors. I bought a kit to do behind the wheels (front and back) the rocker panel and the back bumper where you put things in the trunk and that was about $100-200. It was easy to do flat parts of the car but I dont have the confidence to do other parts of the car. I did not detail the paint before i did it and I think now I cant.
I like the idea of paint detail, the film, and then ceramic coat on top. I need to start saving just for that!!

 

[Euljiro1ga]

I'll be trying out Mr Fix 9H. Chinese ceramic coating for 10 USD from AliExpress. All reviews so far look good and I tested it myself on the mirror at home, which works perfectly.

Please share your experience and some photos after applying.

 

[Johnnyfive]

FYI here in the US I paid $1260 USD for Suntek ultra full bumper, full fenders, full hood, headlights and mirrors. That price includes install.

Mine was also around this price, and I has the rest of the car done with ceramic.

 

[westcoastGT]

Mine was also around this price, and I has the rest of the car done with ceramic.

What is the cost of a Touchless wash now ???

 

[Kia Stinger]

What is the cost of a Touchless wash now ???

What do you mean? You literally want to know what a touch-less car wash costs?

 

[westcoastGT]

What do you mean? You literally want to know what a touch-less car wash costs?

Thats right , what do they charge for a Touchless wash ??

 

[Kia Stinger]

Thats right , what do they charge for a Touchless wash ??

It could be anything from $6.00 to $12.00 here in Florida. Generally, the more you pay - the more you get (stuff and time, maybe extra attention to wheels, etcetera)...

 

[westcoastGT]

It could be anything from $6.00 to $12.00 here in Florida. Generally, the more you pay - the more you get (stuff and time, maybe extra attention to wheels, etcetera)...

Thanks !

 

[Bobr]

I'll be trying out Mr Fix 9H. Chinese ceramic coating for 10 USD from AliExpress. All reviews so far look good and I tested it myself on the mirror at home, which works perfectly.

Wondering if it really add protection against scratches as Ceramic Pro 9H or only hydrophobic effect, because Ceramic Pro has different liquids for that: expensive one for protection coating (9H) and another cheap one for hydrophobic effect (Light). Used Light one, lasts near 1yr.

 

[voon]

I'd say no normal coating protects against any real scratches. At best only against minor swirls from dirty washing mitts or similar.

 

[Johnnyfive]

I'd never try this on my own car, but it's a powerful demonstration.

 

[Tazztattoo]

very happy with the initial improvement to the paint performance after having the 2 stage Gyeon Duraflex ceramic coat professionally applied. It requires a wipe on maintenance product (Gyeon Cure) once a month/after washing that only takes about 15 minutes or so to apply and this is to preserve the ceramic coat for 5 years "supposedly"...........time will tell. The maintenance product is a sealant that replaces the needs for time consuming waxing and also adds some depth to the gloss level of the paint. Plus in a hot climate like where I am traditional wax products can be depleted in a matter of weeks.

The car definitely attracts notably less dust and dirt and so requires cleaning less often and is quicker and less labor intensive to do as this dirt does not bond as much to the paintwork which is a big help with a dark colour paint like mine.

See my water run off video here:

 

[tofu]

Thats right , what do they charge for a Touchless wash ??

You can get a 90 day pass from Petro Canada (1 wash per day) for about $200 CAD.

Petro-Canada Wash & Go Cards and Season Passes

 

[westcoastGT]

You can get a 90 day pass from Petro Canada (1 wash per day) for about $200 CAD.

Petro-Canada Wash & Go Cards and Season Passes

Thats good value , do you think the quality of the is the wash is good ????

 

[tofu]

Thats good value , do you think the quality of the is the wash is good ????

It depends heavily on the locations' car wash. The one close to my house is decent, but it didn't manage to wash off all the grime on the back of my car that I had left on for a week, which I ended up just wiping off with a towel and hot water at home afterwards. YMMV

 

[westcoastGT]

It depends heavily on the locations' car wash. The one close to my house is decent, but it didn't manage to wash off all the grime on the back of my car that I had left on for a week, which I ended up just wiping off with a towel and hot water at home afterwards. YMMV

The back end is always a tough spot for touchless I think , thanks for the info !!

 

[DCBStingerGT]

The car definitely attracts notably less dust and dirt and so requires cleaning less often and is quicker and less labor intensive to do as this dirt does not bond as much to the paintwork which is a big help with a dark colour paint like mine.

OMG, really, Congrats on the Ceramic Coating, like the way the water slides right off, the OMG was because i want that Deep Chroma Blue like yours, just BeAuTiFul, i almost fainted..haha. Would you so kindly post a video or even photos from every angle..would be appreciated.

 

[westcoastGT]

OMG, really, Congrats on the Ceramic Coating, like the way the water slides right off, the OMG was because i want that Deep Chroma Blue like yours, just BeAuTiFul, i almost fainted..haha. Would you so kindly post a video or even photos from every angle..would be appreciated.

Car porn !!

 

[DCBStingerGT]

Car porn !!

Definitely Car Porn alright, i feel better now...haha