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So you’re considering paint protection film for your new car. It’s a decision you’ve probably been considering for a while now, and you probably want to know if it’s worth it, right? In this article, we’re going to help you answer that question the best we can!
Paint protection film for your new car is worth the investment if you want to:
Paint protection film (PPF) is one of the best aftermarket product inventions you can get for your car — and we don’t say that lightly.
However…
Paint protection film is not for everyone.
Here’s why:
It is a premium product installed by professionals. Anything less and you might as well go place your money on double zero in Vegas. Your odds of high performance and return on investment are better played against the house.
If you do decide to get PPF installed, you’ll want to go with ceramic, since it’s hydrophobic, it remains smooth and slippery, not taking off the original paint when the PPF is removed.
While you may not think you’ll remove your PPF now, you may in the future. If you’re leasing a vehicle or plan to sell your car in the future, it’s advisable to get PPF installed to maintain the original shine before driving it off the lot.
Here are some other questions you may have about PPF…
No, PPF does not damage new car paint. In fact, it’s recommended to apply PPF to your new cars to extend the lifespan of the original paint on your new car. It’s completely safe to use on your new car. And, when it comes to a quality PPF like ceramic, it’s the premium option to protect the paint on your vehicle.
Absolutely, you can remove PPF. It’s easily removed, and it does not harm your car’s paint in the process. However, once you remove the PPF from one car, you cannot install that same PPF on another car. In other words, the PPF you removed should be disposed of.
This is one of the big reasons why PPF is great for those who lease vehicles or plan to keep their vehicle for an extended period of time… so they can protect the paint on the car and avoid paint damage they’d be liable for when they return or sell the car.
The answer is yes.
Applying PPF to high exposure areas like the ones listed below is a great idea:
Not only does PPF function to protect these areas from rock chips, tree branches, or solid road debris, but it also helps protect against bug splatter, bird droppings, and other natural solutions and contaminants.
Now that we’ve taken you through common questions about PPF, let’s discuss the advantages and disadvantages of PPF.
Advantages of Protective Paint Film:
While these are disadvantages, they do help you find the absolute best Protective Paint Film material and installer to help you get the protection your car needs.
Protective Paint Films are stellar products for keeping your vehicle(s) looking factory fresh as long as possible. In fact, you can apply PPF to a variety of vehicles:
This depends on three things:
With the combination of these three factors, most PPF can last between 4 to 7 years. In some cases longer.
Here’s why:
The quality of your PPF material matters the most. It’s the whole reason you’re getting PPF applied. If you get a low-quality PPF, then you’re going to get poor performance when it comes to protecting your vehicle’s paint. Find a professional installer who uses high-quality PPF.
How your PPF is installed matters. Sure, it looks simple when you watch videos on YouTube, but there is an art and science to the application. We highly recommend and urge you to hire a professional to install your PPF for you. Yes, it may cost a bit more, but what you spend on professional installation saves you on paint protection.
Where and how you drive your vehicle will also affect how your PPF performs. Someone who rarely drives their vehicle — and when they do drive it’s on clean, new highways — probably won’t need to worry about their PPF application as much as someone who drives the suburbs, alleyways, and occasional back roads. Your climate, roads, and more can determine if you should or shouldn’t get PPF. Typically, if you drive daily, then we’d recommend PPF to you.
Depending on your vehicle, situation, and needs, you can find the perfect solution.
If you’re leasing a vehicle for less than three years, you may want to get the front half of the vehicle protected with PPF.
If you’re leasing for longer than three years OR buying a vehicle to keep for a longer period, a full-body PPF application may be the answer.
This is why it’s a great idea to set up a consultation, either in person or over the phone with a protective paint film professional to determine what you want and need for your vehicle.
You’ve got a ton of flexibility when it comes to the PPF application that works for you. Whether you want to get a partial, bra, three-quarter, full, or otherwise, you can do it.
If you’re ready to discuss protective paint film for your vehicle, then click the button below.
