Paint Coating Choices

[n7qpp]

For my birthday my wife wants to give a detailing package for my truck. I received a couple of quotes. There are a lot of different choices and pricing. Not sure which way to go. Would like some constructive feedback. I am located in the northern suburbs of Atlanta. Here are the quotes:

Company “A1”
Titan Zeus Hyper Quartz Elastomer Package Includes: $2685 - $700= $1985
• 3-Step Hand Foam Wash
• Clay Bar Surface Treatment
• 2-Step Compound and Finishing Polish
• 2-Step Alcohol Surface Prep Wipe Down
• Layer Titan Zeus Elastomer Base Coat - Paint and Trim
• Layers Vulcan Elastomer Top-Gloss Coat - Paint and Trim 90% Self Healing Properties
• Layer of Titan Hydro Flexi Film Nano Top Coat - Paint and Trim
• Layer of 9H Ceramic to Rim and Caliper
Additional Services:
• Paint correction for minor scratches Included
• 1 Step Interior Vacuum and Wipedown Included
• 1 Step Interior Leather and Fabric Protection Included
• 10-12 Year Warranty Included with scheduled maintenance
This quote is good for seven days from the date of this email. Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. We require a $500 (non-refundable) deposit to hold your booking date and time to book your service.

Company “A2”
FeynLab Coating Quote $1985 - $500= $1485
Package Includes:
• 3-Step Hand Foam Wash
• Clay Bar Surface Treatment
• 2-Step Compound and Finishing Polish
• 2-Step Alcohol Surface Prep Wipe Down
• 1-Layer Feynlab Self Heal base coat
• 1-Layer Feynlab Leveling Coat
• 1-Layer Feynlab Overcoat Gloss Protection
• 1-Layer 9H Ceramic to Glass Trim and Rims
Additional Services:
• Paint correction for minor scratches Included
• Full Glass Coatings Included
• 8 year Warranty Included - 4 year check up and top coat (additional cost may apply) (5 years from FeynLab and 3 years from **** with Proper Maintenance)
This quote is good for seven days from the date of this email. Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. We require a $500 (non-refundable) deposit to hold your booking date and time to book your service.

Company “B1”
$749 DIAMOND DETAIL PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS:
Priced for Large SUV’s and Large Pickup trucks.
Exterior Services:
• Full-Service Hand Car Wash with Custom Foam Cannon Bath
• Compressed Air Drying to Prevent Scratching
• Clay Bar Treatment to Remove Bonded Debris
• High-Speed Buffing with Finest Abrasive Compound (Removes Light Scuffs and Swirls)
• 2-Step HD Polish/Swirl Remover (Enhances Gloss)
• Application of 2-year Ceramic Coating (Optional Upgrades to 4-year, 6-year, 10-year)
• Molecular Sealant Gloss Top Coat for Added Protection and Shine
Interior Services (dirty interiors require an upcharge):
• High-Temperature Interior Steam Cleaning
• Odor, Mold, and Bacteria Removal
• Cleaning and Conditioning of Leather
• Upholstery, Floor Carpets, Headliners, and Mats Cleaning
• Tires and Wheels Cleaning and Dressing

Company “C1”
***** Lifetime Warrantied Coating Package - $ 1400
• Prep, Decontamination, Detail Wash of Vehicle
• Claybar and Iron-X Treatment
• Porophene Lifetime Coating Applied
• Wheels & Glass Coated
• Best Option - Lifetime Coating
• Has all of the same benefits of a Graphene Coating shown below but also adds the following:
• Vehicle Lifetime Warranty
• 50% Higher Gloss
• Fully Permanent
• 100% UV Resistant
• Heat Resistant
• Stronger with more scratch resistance
• Anti-Aging Protection of the Paint
• The Game Changer: Safe to use in Automatic Carwashes!

Company “C2”
**** Graphene Coating Package - $1200
• Prep, Decontamination, Detail Wash of Vehicle
• Claybar and Iron-X Treatment
• Graphene Coating Applied
• Wheels & Glass Coated
• Good Option - Graphene Coating
• Good gloss and shine
• Water spot prevention (with proper drying)
• Anti- Corrosion Resistance
• Chemical Resistance
• Good Durability
• High Slickness
• Mild Scratch Resistance
Wet Glossy Look (Just waxed look)

THANKS

 

[dcchris311]

Honestly, I wouldn't do any of those. I would put that money into doing PPF on areas prone to rock chips. It being 9H doesn't mean it'll stop a rock from chipping paint and neither will PPF BUT ppf doesn't stand a MUCH higher chance of protecting the paint. You can do a ceramic yourself and it's applied over the PPF.

I understand it's a gift but use that money wisely. This is all my opinion and how I would approach it.

 

[Wire4money]

After doing ceramic, I don’t think I’d do it again. It still gets fine scratches, but you can’t buff them out without removing the ceramic.

 

[PurpleRT]

PPF is gonna be way more beneficial then just a stand alone ceramic coating. I recommend a coating after PPF is applied rather if thats also done professionally or as a DiY’er. Keep in mind paint correction is often needed before both.