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Exotic car owners are highly concerned with keeping their cars protected, and for very good reason. Your car is one of the most expensive investments you’ll ever make and one of the ones you’ll spend the most time using. If you’re looking for ways to protect your new exotic car and keep your ride looking new as long as possible, paint protection film is a viable option. Ceramic paint protection film installation does boast a higher up-front price tag than other vehicle protection options, it’s the biggest bang for your buck and will provide long-term protection for your exotic car. In today’s post, our PPF experts share some of the top benefits of installing paint protection film on your new exotic car.
Driving on public roadways exposes your exotic car to all sorts of damaging elements. Sand, gravel, and other debris are kicked up by other vehicles, and environmental contaminants including pollution, acid rain, bird droppings, and road treatment chemicals all threaten the well-being of your exotic car’s paint and body. Paint protection film (PPF) works like an invisible shield to keep all of these things from making direct contact with your vehicle. With this armor, you’ll notice that your car stays looking newer longer, with fewer signs of wear and tear.
San Diego averages more than 300 days of sunshine each year. As one may expect, this is great for your mental health but puts your exotic car at risk of fading. The sun’s harsh UV rays are as good at fading car paint as they are at bronzing your exposed skin. Paint protection film functions like sunscreen, keeping the harmful rays from reaching the paint and resisting fading. Global® Paint Protection Film is color-stable itself, meaning the PPF will keep your original paint vibrant without yellowing or discoloring. Maximize the fade resistance for your vehicle by pairing PPF with UV-blocking window tint to protect both your exotic car’s exterior, as well as the interior and your passengers, from sun damage and fading.
Exotic cars are not exempt from sustaining body trauma, be it intentional or accidental. Vehicles anywhere in public places are subject to key scratches, door dings, graffiti, and a long list of other bodily assaults. Paint protection film provides a durable cover around your exotic car to minimize and repair some of the damage. Global® Paint Protection Film is 6+mm thick thermoplastic polyurethane that is scratch-resistant and self-healing. If there are minor damages, the film is able to reform against the vehicle. If you do notice small knicks to the PPF film, expose it to direct sunlight on a warm day to let its healing technology work. If there is any sign of damage, simply return to your San Diego Jet Black Tint and Glass to have the PPF repaired.
It’s true that vehicles depreciate the moment you drive them off of the lot and when cars continue to age, they lose their value. There are ways to help optimize the resale value over the life of your exotic car. For instance, keeping up on routine maintenance, avoiding collisions, optimal storage, and upgrading aesthetics all make your exotic car more valuable for trade-in or resale. Paint protection film not only enhances curb appeal, helping your vehicle retain its value, but it also slows the depreciation of the vehicle. Because protected paint is sure to be in better shape, you’ll get higher offers. Additionally, because buyers know the value of properly-installed PPF, you may get higher offers if the paint protection film is noted in the sale of your exotic car.
Many of our potential customers see the up-front cost of paint protection film installation and hesitate to book their appointment, but, the return on investment is so high that over the life of the vehicle, PPF pays for itself and actually saves exotic car owners money. As we mentioned above, your vehicle is relentlessly exposed to hazards and wear and tear, so let’s break down the cost of simply existing on California roadways. The average paint chip repair costs car owners between $250 and $500, with exotic cars settling at the top of that quote. Chemical oxidation and body rust repairs can run a bill between $3,000 and $5,000, not including the cost of a rental car during the downtime for repairs. And, for complete vehicle paint jobs, exotic cars run upwards of $15,000. The price of PPF is less than the cost of rust repair and prevents both rust and other common body damage. Choosing to add PPF to your Tesla is a long-term investment that pays for itself over time. Better yet, PPF can be repaired, and since Global® Paint Protection Film comes with a 10-year product warranty, you can rest assured that you shouldn’t need a PPF replacement while you own your exotic car.
If you haven’t been convinced of the benefits of PPF for your San Diego exotic car, here at Jet Black Tint and Glass, we’ve got something that is sure to sweeten the tea. Every PPF package installed at our San Diego or 13 other locations includes complimentary full-car window tint installed at the same time as your PPF. And, we offer on-sight financing and great deals to make your PPF installation as affordable as possible, so there really is no downside to making the investment today!
If you’re interested in protecting your exotic car with paint protection film, connect with the San Diego team that is known for specializing in exotic car PPF. We’ve got same-week appointments available and can work with you to schedule a convenient time to get your film installed. Visit us online or drop by our San Diego location to learn more and book your service today!