Considering Paint protection film (PPF)

[hmp10]

Tx, hmp. Where did you have it done & would you recommend? And, to clarify, after the XPEL Ultimate Fusion, you applied Opti-Seal, then Opti-Coat Pro3? Thanks is advance ..... Chip

See the post I just put up about the installation by Detailers of Naples.

And no, I have not applied any coating to the Xpel Ultimate Fusion. I used Opti-Coat Pro3 with periodic Opti-Seal applications on our original Dream Edition that got wrecked (as well as on our Tesla Model S Plaid and our earlier S P90D). None of those cars were wrapped.

After I bought the $109 bottle of Xpel PPF sealant and realized how tedious it was to apply once I read the label, I called the installer to see if he thought using it was really necessary with the Ultimate Fusion film. He said no.

I had read a Reddit forum where people were discussing Xpel PPF. Several posters said they had written Xpel about what products could safely be used as topcoats for their film, and the posters said Xpel had sent them a list of approved products from different brands. So I did the same but got a response saying nothing but their own ceramic or their PPF sealer should be put on the film. I don't know what changed, but I suspect their marketing department intervened.

 

[aka Larry]

Consider XPEL and KAVANA for paint protection film (PPF). XPEL is one of the best paint protection film offers high-quality films like Ultimate Plus with self-healing properties. KAVANA is a newer brand known for self-healing films. Factors to consider are features, pricing, local installers' reputation, and customer reviews. Ensure professional installation, choose coverage areas wisely, and follow manufacturer's care guidelines. Seek recommendations and advice from professionals for a well-informed decision.

 

[Jetranger]

I'm a Scottsdale film specialists fan for PPF in Scottsdale, AZ. Their Ultimate Plus film has saved my paint from countless chips and scratches. It looks flawless even after a few years, and the self-healing properties are legit. I'll always recommend them for the best protection and peace of mind.

 

[GJC]

For any Lucid owners in SF, I can recommend California Detailing on Folsom. They did a seamless full frontal PPF (paint protection film) of highest quality on my Air Pure. I have seen different vehicles in their shop with both gloss and matte finish. Personally, I think the matte finish looks most awesome, but it does require that you wrap the entire vehicle - for those with deep pockets. Ceramic is also available in single or multiple layers on top of your PPF. I have brought multiple vehicles to them over the years and have not been disappointed.

 

[Electrified]

Its not real ceramic coating on the film, its just ceramic particles.
If you were taking carwashes, then yeah dont get ceramic. But I would NOT take a car above 50k in a car wash.

My AGT is just a car that's my daily driver and it looks great after going through the car wash, which in the winter can be two or three times a week.