Refresh Model S Tint / PPF / Ceramic Photos & Info

[WiLz]

Anyone have experience with or opinions about Suntek PPF? Local shop uses this not XPEL.

I have used Suntek (regular, not the Reaction) on a previous car before, and couldn’t really tell the difference between that and Xpel. I think some reviews have said Suntek has a bit more clarity, but honestly probably not noticeable difference.

I have a CA golf friend who owns an auto detail shop. He suggested Suntek Reaction. It's fairly new to the market and has hydrophobic qualities, so a ceramic top coat isn't necessary. I was previously thinking XPEL Ultimate Plus, but I'm meeting with a shop 40 minutes from my house next week to discuss the Reaction PPF. I'll probably get my car ceramic coated as well, but I'm interested to understand folks thoughts on the PPF itself.

I was actually very interested in Suntek Reaction, but the shop that I wanted to get it from was booked out for almost a month, and I really didn’t want to leave the car unprotected for that long. But if I had the option, I likely would have gone with Suntek Reaction. The shop had a Taycan that was fully wrapped in Suntek Reaction and it looked great. More shiny/glossy, and surface was more slick than regular Suntek. Once you put ceramic on Xpel or regular Suntek though it basically looks and feels the same. The concern I had was how long the “ceramic” properties would last on the Reaction. With applying ceramic on Xpel, you can always reapply when needed.

 

[Nickogeo]

Anyone have advice on getting PPF in the SF Bay Area. Walnut Creek?

EDD has been 8/25(today) - Sept 2 for a few days now. No VIN. This is for my 1148 order with the 19's.
Not holding my breath. Very frustrated and discouraged with the whole process.

 

[Arunks]

Anyone have advice on getting PPF in the SF Bay Area. Walnut Creek?

EDD has been 8/25(today) - Sept 2 for a few days now. No VIN. This is for my 1148 order with the 19's.
Not holding my breath. Very frustrated and discouraged with the whole process.

Aegis in Dublin, I got my X7 done there, pretty good. I know a few other folks who go there for all their cars. Check them out. I can DM you more info if interested.

 

[DG Tiger]

Picked up yesterday. Few issues on the exterior that Tesla is coming out to fix next week.

Steering wheel worm isn’t that prevalent on mine. Probably wouldn’t have noticed it if I hadn’t been aware of it on other cars. Off to the detailer next week for paint correction, ppf, and ceramic.

The car is amazing, but the process leading up to the delivery yesterday really diminished the excitement of getting the car in that last day. I went in fully expecting another delay or excuse.
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She looks pretty!

 

[DG Tiger]

Aegis in Dublin, I got my X7 done there, pretty good. I know a few other folks who go there for all their cars. Check them out. I can DM you more info if interested.

Please share. I plan to take my MS there for a wrap.

 

[Darrell W]

Thanks, just looked them up online, got the info, I'll check it out.

they quoted me $2000 for full front PPF. Hand cut. 3 day turn around

 

[Arunks]

Please share. I plan to take my MS there for a wrap.

Marvin's the owner, I can check with him if we can get a discount as a group
LMK

 

[Arunks]

they quoted me $2000 for full front PPF. Hand cut. 3 day turn around

Usually its 3 days only. Bit expensive IMO. Does it include ceramic pro too?

 

[jpetti]

Getting mine done currently!

The photographer is getting back to me with better pictures.

 

[jpetti]

Reposting....
Getting mine done currently!

The photographer is getting back to me with better pictures.

 

[BobbyRitz]

I have used Suntek (regular, not the Reaction) on a previous car before, and couldn’t really tell the difference between that and Xpel. I think some reviews have said Suntek has a bit more clarity, but honestly probably not noticeable difference.


I was actually very interested in Suntek Reaction, but the shop that I wanted to get it from was booked out for almost a month, and I really didn’t want to leave the car unprotected for that long. But if I had the option, I likely would have gone with Suntek Reaction. The shop had a Taycan that was fully wrapped in Suntek Reaction and it looked great. More shiny/glossy, and surface was more slick than regular Suntek. Once you put ceramic on Xpel or regular Suntek though it basically looks and feels the same. The concern I had was how long the “ceramic” properties would last on the Reaction. With applying ceramic on Xpel, you can always reapply when needed.

You can add ceramic over Reaction. Despite Reaction's hydrophobic properties, I'll probably do so after it's applied. Being three months from my EDD is my bigger problem.

 

[BobbyRitz]

Reposting....
Getting mine done currently!

The photographer is getting back to me with better pictures.

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Looks great!

 

[Funkyjiffy]

Damn, all the cars looks amazing! I'm getting mine done at Extreme Autowerks in Brea, CA in a couple of weeks. Went with PPF on hood, bumper, headlights and fog lights, fender, side mirrors, and rear bumper. Modesta Ceramic Coating on the whole car. And photosync tint all off windows (front windshield and top 70%, all other glass 30%). Will post photos once it's finished!

 

[WiLz]

You can add ceramic over Reaction. Despite Reaction's hydrophobic properties, I'll probably do so after it's applied. Being three months from my EDD is my bigger problem.

I think part of the appeal of Reaction though was not having to ceramic coat it. Price-wise it was similar to Xpel/Suntek Ultra plus cost to ceramic coat.

 

[BobbyRitz]

I think part of the appeal of Reaction though was not having to ceramic coat it. Price-wise it was similar to Xpel/Suntek Ultra plus cost to ceramic coat.

The owner of the shop who sells Suntek is on vacation this week, so I don't have a quote yet. Fair point - the two shops I'm talking to both do good work, but they are 45 minutes apart and I'm told the Suntek shop (closer to Baltimore) has cheaper pricing. I'll soon see.

 

[josephan]

I live in Pleasanton and I have a RN1148xxx Blue/Black/19" with an EDD of Sep 21-30th. Still waiting on VIN. That said I'm interested in the paint protection - ball park approximately what does it cost on a new model S LR?

Here in San Diego Full Xpel Ultimate Plus PPF $6500. Full front $1950

 

[cwanja]

Any one with 19s ceramic coat the aero caps and rims under them?

 

[GroovaEV]

I'm having a full wrap of LLumar Valor PPF on my Model S Plaid this week. First time using Valor.
I had previously used Xpel Ultimate on my white Model 3. It started to have a very slight yellow hue to it after 2 years. But I also used to wash it by those "No Touch" drive through washes. I've been told that's no-no as they use such harsh chemicals.

Will report back on the Valor as I could not find many reviews on it yet. I do plan on hand washing it from now on.

 

[brownj]

Here in San Diego Full Xpel Ultimate Plus PPF $6500. Full front $1950

Thankyou! That helps.

 

[Marcust99]

Thankyou! That helps.

Maybe I'm way off but $6500 for PPF is a boatload of cash that in reality, isn't going to protect from any road debris bigger than
some stone chips?