Ceramic Coating vs wrap

[shiny]

I plan to DIY an Xpel install, will do decontamination and paint correction myself as well if required. Will see how it goes, the way I look at it, I have 3-4 attempts before I reach cost parity to a pro install! I look for forward to the experience.

XPEL is a great product to work with -- easier than a few others.
It does take some patience and experience though. And the summer weather is perfect for working with the material.

 

[tombar]

Totally agree. Got expel only and after three months, it looks so nice after a wash.
4500 here in Ottawa - whole car, front lights and mirrors. And inside the bottom doors too.

Where in Ottawa area did you get it done ?

 

[enwhy]

If I get a full front PPF wrap, and a ceramic coating for the rest, will there be a difference in the finish (say 2 yrs later) when I can afford a full wrap?

 

[Vawlkus]

If I get a full front PPF wrap, and a ceramic coating for the rest, will there be a difference in the finish (say 2 yrs later) when I can afford a full wrap?

Probably, but it’s hard to predict.

 

[madmax240]

Where in Ottawa area did you get it done ?

Derand Motorsport off of Innes Road. 1231 Newmarket St, Ottawa

Crap I spelled it wrong again. Xpel not expel. Talk to Andre the owner.

 

[Blu Angel]

If you look at the online packages most include a wash, decontamination and some level of paint correction in there base pricing. Extra work needed will cost more. The base price also normally includes base PPF. Again more if you upgrade.

Great video explaining the complete process.
Im on the wait list for Clearguard Nano film.

Ancillary to the PPF, I will perform my own pre-paint detaiing paint service.

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[EVAficionado]

Folks,

Talked to MobilePro detailing and they're willing to offer discounts up to 10% for less than 10 cars and 15% for more than 10.
Let me know if anyone's interested and I can proceed with further talks.

 

[Zirak]

Folks,

Talked to MobilePro detailing and they're willing to offer discounts up to 10% for less than 10 cars and 15% for more than 10.
Let me know if anyone's interested and I can proceed with further talks.

Were they able to provide a quote on how much the cost is?
E.g. for a full PPF XPel wrap, full ceramic coating (of at least 4 layers) etc.

 

[EVAficionado]

Full Wrap with Xpel Ultimate - 4500+ tax
Only getting my rims coated for 150+ tax

 

[Zirak]

Full Wrap with Xpel Ultimate - 4500+ tax
Only getting my rims coated for 150+ tax

Thanks for the info, appreciate it!

What would qualify to get a 10% discount (you mentioned less than 10 cars, meaning could anyone can go and get this discount?).
$450 is a nice discount for a full wrap. If the price is the same for ceramic coating as SRSTinting, then it might be $1500 for that (is this also 10% off?).

 

[Mobsidian]

I got a few quotes from places around the GTA if anyone wants the info.

 

[Zirak]

I got a few quotes from places around the GTA if anyone wants the info.

That would be great! Trying to find ones that are authorized for XPel installs (for the warranty coverage).

 

[Mobsidian]

Prices exclude HST.

Evelyn Protective Films (M3OC discount of 15% available)
http://www.evelynprotectivefilms.ca/
ClearGuard Nano SR
Full frontal $2400
Rear bumper $600
Feynlab Ceramic Plus Coating $1600
Spectra Photosync tint $900

Get Detailed
Get Detailed - Auto Car Detailing and Ceramic Pro Exclusive Distributor in Toronto
Xpel Ultimate Plus Paint Protection Film
Bronze $350
Silver $1100
Gold $1700
Full Car $5250
Llumar or Xpel Prime Tint
Dye based $280
Ceramic based $380

Concept Wraps
Paint Protection Film
3M pro or Premium Shield Elite SH
Basic front coverage: $350
Llumar Tint
Regular $250
Ceramic $350
Full wrap with color change: $2700-3000 depending on original color

MakeItShine
https://www.facebook.com/makeitshinedetailing
3M and STEK
Partial hood, fender and mirror kit $549
Partial hood, fender and mirror, with full front bumper $1099
Full hood, partial fenders, bumper, mirrors $1600
Add rocker panels for $499
Full front end $2200
Full body $7000
Add headlights for $120 to any package, already included in full packages.
3M ColourStable $399
SunTek CIR ceramic film $599

Auto-Links
http://www.auto-links.ca/
3M Pro, Suntek Ultra, Xpel Ultimate
Packages listed on their website
Dye based tint $300
Ceramic based tint $400
Rear bumper $600

 

[Mobsidian]

I found getdetailed.ca best priced. Will probably use them for tint. Still undecided on a wrap or ceramic. Considering plastidip instead to change the color to signature red if possible. I've seen a few websites that sell DIY kits like dipyourcar.com. At the very least will be DIY plastidipping my Aero rims with black to match the car body and change the spokes to a metallic silver to match the trim pieces. If anyone knows or recommends any dipping places that do autoflex or plastidip, let me know. Thanks.

 

[inottawa]

Derand Motorsport off of Innes Road. 1231 Newmarket St, Ottawa

Crap I spelled it wrong again. Xpel not expel. Talk to Andre the owner.

There's also Auto Trendz or Upper Class Detailing if you're in the west end.

 

[Drone Flyer]

The longer you wait, the quicker you will trade the car in for another and start fresh!

 

[enwhy]

Does the PPF or coating need to be done right away? How long can I realistically wait?

 

[Harrta]

Does the PPF or coating need to be done right away? How long can I realistically wait?

The longer you wait the more work the detailer will need to do for prep, can be done anytime though.

 

[LipSer]

Derand Motorsport off of Innes Road. 1231 Newmarket St, Ottawa
Xpel Ultimate Full body - 4300$

 

[LipSer]

Derand Motorsport off of Innes Road. 1231 Newmarket St, Ottawa
Xpel Ultimate Full body - 4300$

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