Protecting my new Mustang

[9TAG9]

Just picked picked up my MY2019 Mustang in Race Red. As the proud, first time owner of a Mustang, I want to protect the awesome paint job. I've had various quotes from detailers ranging from $3500 to $5500 for clear vinyl and ceramic coating packages. Maybe I'm getting on in years but these seem outlandish prices. Do these products even work? Did they see me coming? Should I just stick to washing, polishing and waxing it myself. Any comments or advice would be apprecatted greatly.
Thanks,
Mick.

[Dwayne]

Those prices are ridiculous. Were they from the car dealers or actual detailers?

Give the guys at Waxit Car Care and Detail Central a call and ask them for recommendations of some good detailers in your area. Expect to pay around $1k for a polish and coating on new car.

[GLENN 70]

Give this young lady a call Raylene on 04325 22471 . She is in Brisbane and the best 👍

[JasonK]

Below is just MHO.

I had a ceramic coating applied to my 2015 GT when i first got it. It certainly works - as in it becomes far easier to clean, doesn't require a wax, etc. Cost me about $1100 from memory.

In hindsight though, if there was a next time I would stick to ensuring the dealer DOES NOT WASH THE CAR, then take it to a reputable detailer and have them do a paint correction and a good quality wax job. No sure I would bother with the ceramic coating  again. Then I would study up a bit on how to wash a car without installing the swirls that mar most cars, and take care of it myself going forward.

Alternately get it detailed periodically (6 monthly) and do 'maintenance' washes as required.

[russ68]

Yes Mick they do work. After some initial scepticism and having never had paint protection before, I opted for a ceramic pro coating - others may be as good or better. After over 3 years there are no chips and the finish is fabulous. I paid around $1500, but would not use a dealer. Highly recommended.

[Dwayne]

The key to keeping the paint looking good is primarily wash technique.

Google "2 bucket wash method" and get yourself a nice soft drying towel and the paint will look good for years to come. Coatings are great, and I've personally put them on about a dozen cars for friends and family over the past few years.

A big sign on the steering wheel for servicing saying "DO NOT WASH THIS CAR UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES!!!!!!!!!!" will certainly help.

There are also some very good waxes and sealants that are super easy to apply and will last a good 3-9mths. The waxes you buy from Supercrap will only last 1mth.

[9TAG9]

Those prices are ridiculous. Were they from the car dealers or actual detailers?

Give the guys at Waxit Car Care and Detail Central a call and ask them for recommendations of some good detailers in your area. Expect to pay around $1k for a polish and coating on new car.

These were from detailers. Funnily enough, the cheapest was the dealer, but I didn't want some random messing withe paint.

[9TAG9]

Below is just MHO.

I had a ceramic coating applied to my 2015 GT when i first got it. It certainly works - as in it becomes far easier to clean, doesn't require a wax, etc. Cost me about $1100 from memory.

In hindsight though, if there was a next time I would stick to ensuring the dealer DOES NOT WASH THE CAR, then take it to a reputable detailer and have them do a paint correction and a good quality wax job. No sure I would bother with the ceramic coating  again. Then I would study up a bit on how to wash a car without installing the swirls that mar most cars, and take care of it myself going forward.

Alternately get it detailed periodically (6 monthly) and do 'maintenance' washes as required.

I will definately do that. Thanks.

[9TAG9]

Yes Mick they do work. After some initial scepticism and having never had paint protection before, I opted for a ceramic pro coating - others may be as good or better. After over 3 years there are no chips and the finish is fabulous. I paid around $1500, but would not use a dealer. Highly recommended.

My first mistake was getting from the dealer washed, there's a fair bit of marring, but we live and learn. Thanks.

[9TAG9]

Yes Mick they do work. After some initial scepticism and having never had paint protection before, I opted for a ceramic pro coating - others may be as good or better. After over 3 years there are no chips and the finish is fabulous. I paid around $1500, but would not use a dealer. Highly recommended.

Thanks mate, gives me something to think about.