Ppf/clear bra

[Bull6791]

Mobile. So are you saying not to get it.

[mobiledynamics]

I think it`s great for protection...chips.

But the drawbacks are what I`ve listed.

IMO, it`s clearly something best for a -exotic- mainly cause paint devalues.
But for me, too many drawbacks.

If you don`t ever intend to remove it *aka*, may see xActo whoopsies....and really want the protection cause from chips, its worth it. Be prepared as film install from a quality shop/install is almost if not more than even ceramic jobs...

[981 Cayman S]

I guess it’s all about the install. Thanks.

Here`s a whole bunch of notes/thoughts regarding our PPF installs & living with it:

Life with PPF: STEK Dynoshield | Life`s tough, wear a helmet.

PPF or Ceramic Coating | Life`s tough, wear a helmet.

2016 Porsche Cayman S – Partial Respray, PPF and more | Life`s tough, wear a helmet.

Many folks will claim the best install is a custom cut from bulk pieces but perhaps not:

Paint Protection Film (PPF): The Unspoken Details Many Consumers Aren’t Told | Ask a Pro Blog

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[Bull6791]

Mobile. Thanks. You are telling me something I did not know. Getting ppf/clear bra installed is pricy.
There is a place a couple of blocks from my house. They only use xpel films. For a full front which is full bumper, full fender, full hood, headlights and mirrors it’s 1900. I don’t know if that’s good or high. A lot of places in my are have pre made packages with prices. Do all places that do ppf have pre made packages with prices. Thank

[Bull6791]

My friend Dan in California went to a shop and got 3M scotch guard pro on his new truck. He said the shop he went to you tell them where you want the ppf and they do it. He said they have no packages already made up at this shop with prices. I don’t know if any of the shops in pa where I live do it that way. I would have to ask the. How is it sold and priced in other areas. Thank

[Bull6791]

Cayman. Thanks for the articles. I appreciate them. Very helpful.

[mobiledynamics]

I checked my pics and will check again and post if I find it......removed PPF. It`s not clear. It`s more like yellow clear......
Bad analogy but take a scratched iPhone screen. Put one of those screen protectors on them. Scratches disappears.
Things are masked

But if you care about paint chips due to driving environment, it may be worth it....
Just too many drawbacks for me. Not here to talk you out of it.
Just bear in mind, PPF is a huge upsell......
So know both the positives and the negatives

I`m not completely anti-ppt
I did do PPF on the door sill of a recent car. Just due to step in/step out/paint of the truck...
Heh, lined the chute and bucket of a new snowblower....

But for full on exteriors, eh, not my thing.

[Bull6791]

Mobile. Thanks for your opinion and weighing in on the thread. Much appreciate

[Bull6791]

What is actually cheaper getting clear bra or getting a clear coat. Thanks

[981 Cayman S]

What is actually cheaper getting clear bra or getting a clear coat. Thanks

Aside from respraying panels, PPF is about the most costly `detaling thing` you can do.

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[Bull6791]

Cayman. I don’t know what the prices are. I never had ppf before. I appreciate all your info. My friend Dan that lives in California must of found a 1 in a million shop. He got his 2022 for Ranger done. He got 3M ppf. He told them the areas he wanted done. Bumper fender hood headlights mirrors door Handel area and edges of doors. He said it was 900
I don’t know if I can tell shops in my area what I want and they do it but most shops in pa where I live have set packages and prices. Well over 1,000. Thanks.

[Bull6791]

Ceramic coating: price and protection how does that compare to ppf. How long does ceramic coating last. Thanks

[981 Cayman S]

Full PPF can run anywhere from $3500 on up past $6000. Much depends on the l8cal market and like anything, can find good, better & best installers. Good, better & best not only corresponds to the actual install but the service & support before and after the install.

PPF protects from chips and will heal minor swirls. Ceramic coatings make maintenance easier, less frequent and protects from environmental & natural contamination. Ceramics does not/do not prevent/protect from scratches.

Ceramics can have a variety of longevity claims attached to them (generally overstated) but those can vary based on climate, vehicle usage patterns and maintenance habits. Coating mfgs are often quite optimistic with their claims. Ceramic applications can vary widely in price based on region, level of prep desired/required...$500 on up but I`d guess $1200 is generally a ballpark for a quality prep, paint correction/polishing and coating.

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[Bull6791]

When ever I get ppf done. I would probably just get the front end done. Hood, bumper fender mirrors and headlights. What do you like better ppf or ceramic coating. Thanks

[Bull6791]

Cayman. So when ever I get a new car I will get ppf. I will probably just get a front end package. Thanks.