THIS is service! Not shoving the best stuff up your customers a** for a ton of money, but explaining what you get and letting the customer decide what he/she wants! This is a real decency!
come on man, any business who wants to stay in business will educate their customer (the sales pitch) and then give them options to let them decide which to go with (this is the closing question of the sale). Dont mean to be busting this particular company's balls but since it fooled you into trying to fool other people then you must know that the pitch did infact try and push the best product onto the consumer by using the 'cheap chinese' term and by telling them that if they care about their car then they should get the product and by the way they the company doesnt offer the cheap chinese brand because well its cheap. like most youtube vids sponsored by a company, this video is nothing more than an SEO tactic to to drive traffic to their website by tricking the google search bot algorithm and get their site listed on the first page of the consumer's search results. if you were not hip to this SEO marketing ploy, you are now. power to we the people!
Same thing we do at our shop, we have a consumer grade coating and a pro grade coating (have to be certified to get the pro grade) but we don't shove higher option down the potential customers throat lol if you want the consumer grade it's xx amount... pro grade xx amount, we won't upsell ...completely up to them ... only way to be as a business lol
Id rather wax once a month..then spend 1500 on a coating..but if your rich..then why the hell not..iam not! I also thought a coating can really help with rock chips!
@@theconnectedchris305 dude, pump the brakes! The guy is sharing valuable consumer information. I’ve run a European auto repair shop for 33 years. It’s called customer service. Something that is truly waning in this industry.
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Been a detailer for many years and I like the honesty this guy shares with everyone. There will always be the next latest and greatest car care product, some better than others but none the less. On average most people keep their cars for quite a while, if in fact the car lasts past the warranty. In a typical situation waxing a car will protect it just as well as any other coating. But the way you care for your vehicles paint makes a huge difference, especially before and during the cleaning process and even during the waxing process. I can't count how many times a customer has used a dirty cloth, sponge or mitt to wash their car and a cloth or sponge to wax their vehicle. Some people even use really harsh chemicals to clean their vehicle, which can harm clearcoats and paints. I know paints and clearcoats have come a long way over the years, but protecting both are still essential to their life. Advice? Listen to the honest pro's like this guy, but remember you can keep your vehicle looking best if you use a little common sense.
25/6 22, Did l understand you correctly ? Waxing your car will provide the same finish as the latest products ? I have a shelf full of big brand cleaning, finishing , bodywork protection, & waxes accumulated down the years & use them 2 or 3 times annually to enhance & protect my cars. You're saying, l think, l can't improve things by updating & using the latest products. Pleasing news - l won't have to dispose of them because no great benefit's gained by spending on the latest products which in turn will be superceded too. Time saving seems the only improvement.
@Hates Spam He does not seem to be saying that the ceramic coating is "NOT" worthwhile, but that it is not the final step to caring for your car. "If you plan on keeping your car more than 3 years...." as he said. Depends on where you live, park your car, how you maintain.......etc..
When I had a detailing business (over 10,000 cars serviced - retail and commercial), Teflon was the go-to up scaled product. I had ceramic coating done to my vehicles and people still can't believe how old 2015 still looks new (its a rare factory color)! There is always "something better" being created in the lab". Thanks for the great info CAPros!
Very well said Jason! Fantastic video. Some cheaper brands try and make people believe that ceramic coatings protect against scratches, stone chips, fire, lol. That’s pure insanity. As you said, coatings are an exceptional form of paint protection for people who like taking care of their vehicles and who use proper washing and drying techniques.
@@ChicagoAutoPros Thanks for the excellent video. Do you think ceramic or sealant coating in windshield can cause squeaking noise on wiper blade? I have this problems before using some wax. It is really hard to remove once it squeak, it does not go even after putting new wiper blades.. I had to clean it with strong 99% isopropanol and change the wiper.
I really agree with you, Jason I am a certified technician then last 20 years I have used ZYMOL products high range professional line and I don't care to use ceramic coatings I prefer regular maintenance around 2 times for a month, take care
Ceramic coating is typically composed of silicon dioxide (silica, Si02), which is sourced from natural materials such as quartz and sand. Some types and brands also use titanium dioxide (titania, Ti02) as an additional hardening agent.Aug 6, 2020
I was a detailer from 1974-1998. I felt that there was no substitute for a coat of plain old car wax. Labor intensive it was, but it seemed to work and if you did it yourself, it was inexpensive. Granted I realize that times have changed, but my 16 year old Hyundai Sonata looks quite close to new. It has been garaged since new and even the headlamps look like new. I remember back in the 70’s the used car lot that I worked for bought a 1974 that had something applied like I have never seen. We had the car on the lot for four months or so, but I never before or since saw a car bead water like this one did. I never found out what had been applied to this car, but for it’s time, it was something else.
Probably Collinite 476. In 2009 I worked at a tunnel car wash. And for a while I'd see this guy come in with a Ford Escape and when we hit it with the power washer the water would just fall right off. After a few trips through I had to ask whe he used and he told me Collinite in the white tin. It stood up to the detergents and brushes! I was impressed.
@@danlc95 Thank you. I am going to get some. It’s too cold to apply here in Wisconsin in January, but as soon as it warms up in April I will be anxious to give it a try.
@@danlc95 I agree with the Collinite, but I've used the 885 Marine and aeronautic paste wax. A half full tub came with a 30' used boat I bought about 30 years ago. After cleaning the hull, I put on a coat of the wax. It goes on super easy, you just wax about a square yard and immediately wipe off. So it took me about 3 hrs. to do the whole boat. After 7 months in the water and 5 months outside at the boat yard, it was still beading water. I started using it on my car, and it works just as well there. It costs about $20. for a tub that lasts me about 10 years for both car and boat. Great stuff.
I am wayyyy too OCD to use a ceramic coating on my vehicles. I can't imagine not being able to polish my paint for 3 years. If I get a swirl, water spot, bird bomb stain, light scuff, etc. I want to correct it quickly and cheaply. I like being able to polish out any small area easily without having to strip and re-coat the entire panel. Many modern sealants have improved, and are super-durable. I have no problem re-applying them 2 or 3 times per year. It is therapeutic for me, and only takes just a little time. In my opinion (and that of a Rupes salesman I heard), ceramic coatings are best for the daily driver that actually might have scratches and dings on it. The one that you will never polish. The one that will only see washes in the time you own it. Great video, as always, guys!
I’m in agreement with my fellow waxers. Ceramic coatings are designed for the lazy old fart who barely drives his low mileage Corvette (insert Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc) and needs a strong protectant that will last for a while. I’m more of a polish my daily beater 2-3 times a year kinda guy. I use the lightest polish compound because there’s literally nothing to even polish out but I do it anyway just to chase down that random scratch. There’s nothing like a freshly waxed car. Why anyone would prolong this pleasure for several years is beyond me. Lol. Real car guys polish more often then once every 2-3 years. 🤷🏻♂️
I just bought a brand new vehicle and this guy confirmed everything I've heard. I've been to many detailers who are all to happy to just take your money. I've found one that not only dies the coating but trains you on how to properly detail afterwards and even provides space and materials at their shop to do so. Thanks for the info.
I can’t believe you just said Fredericksburg, Virginia! I was just driving to Pennsylvania from Hampton Virginia and going through the Fredericksburg area a dump truck was in front of me and rand stones all over my car and next to the front hood with rock chips. This is before I got ceramic coating which now I can’t get it until I do a paint correction and I don’t know where to go with that. because I live in Pennsylvania winter is coming soon I can’t even find a body shop that will do the painting correctionfor me at this time. I just wish there was a way for me to see the trucking company that did the damage.
@tammyturtle4434 that's sucks. There is a good body shop in that area called vision collision. The guy that did my coating sends all his customers there for body work before he does coatings.
Recently had my Polaris Slingshot professionaly ceramic coated..LOVE IT..looks like they poured glass over it..EZ to wash,bugs bounce off.and the SHINE is amazing..✌️
There's 3 BIG issues with aggressive coatings such as ceramics. 1. Although they do help provide a stronger layer of clear coat protection for perhaps "years", vehicles that are used as Daily Driving will be exposed to all the outside elements and road conditions. It's inevitable that the coating will soon become scratched( light swirl marks/ spyder webbing etc etc). When this occurs, the best way to remove those defects is by buffing it out. It's important to know, buffing(compounding)will remove said coating. It's not worth anyone's time and money using aggressive coatings on fault operated vehicles, I'd say coatings are beneficial for vehicles used as props in showrooms or in museums. 2. Cost. These coatings are expensive. It's great that some have "deeper pockets" than others, capitalism and constitution are beautiful things. Never the less, ceramic coatings are items that aren't practical for everyday drivers. The application service for these types of coatings could range anywhere from $100's to pressure even $1,000s.. Yes Thousands of dollars( depending on which service provider/product/location and type of vehicle). 3. Health Hazard. There's many cases of lung failure/collapse which were reported due to ceramic coating dust particles in the air when inhaled. When buffing a vehicle that was previously treated with ceramic coating, will cause the ceramic dust particles releasing into the air which is very dangerous. High quality masks are required when correcting and or when applying ceramic coatings. During this current pandemic, 3M- M95 and other higher quality masks are rare to obtain ( if you're even able to obtain them via Government regulations) and if you're part of the lucky few to obtain M95 masks......they're very expensive. Perhaps just as valuable as currency. Logically speaking, essential professionals such as Surgeons, Doctors and Nurses need these masks more than say....an auto detailer. It was a great idea to have created aggressive longer lasting ceramic coatings but they just aren't necessary and practical for vehicles that use used for daily driving. They're costly, hazardous and impractical. A safer alternative would be to use a kind of a spray sealant, Turtle Wax Ceramic Hybrid spray is an excellent choice. It's inexpensive (around $7- $10 per bottle), its efficient in the sense that it's a "Spray on and wipe off " application and it provides long lasting protection with a high gloss. When exterior correction ( buffing/detailing) is necessary, removing the spray coating isn't much of a loss considering they're less hazardous and they're inexpensive. A win win situation
Fantastic argument against the process. I’m having trouble locating the info on the coating particles causing problems after 2017. One post mentions improvements neutralizing the threat but I’m out of my league here. Do you have any references leading to this still being a problem? I was all for coating but I have kids and don’t want them exposed to something they needn’t be. So I appreciated your input. Just wondering how much a threat this is?
I just recieved a quote today for coating my 16 accord, with 3 options - #1) 1 coat, 1 top coat $1300 #2) 4 coats, 2 top coats, $1800 #3) 9 coats, 2 top coats, window and wheel treatments $2600 I think I'll - #4) Amazon $26
@@tubbycustard8866 dont need citation when its commonly known lol…….. just do a simple search and it should be everywhere. Even on the product it says “do not inhale or swallow”. Bruh
@@khangbanger not commonly known at all, I've literally never heard of lung damage from coatings until now. And no shit, it's a chemical spray, ofc it's gonna have warnings to not ingest or breath it in. I'm asking OP to give me sources or else they're just babbling like the rest of us on the internet
As I Business owner myself I appreciate how honest and matter of fact you are. An educated client is so much easier to work with compared to one that doesn’t have a clue. Definitely going to be contacting you in the near future.
I got ceramic coating professionally put on both my vehicles. It was done within the first week of purchasing the vehicles and one is 5 years old and still clean and smooth like silk. Makes it A LOT easier to maintain as well.
@@FilmerStevie it’s better for you to find a reputable detail shop that has done it before. The type of ceramic is a smaller factor than the prep work before and and the application. So spend a lot of time finding the right one and know that you get what you pay for with it. Both cars I had it put on were less than a month from the lot. The older the car the more prep work and more expensive it gets. And of course you have to do your regular maintenance for the ceramic coat.
@@scallywag1716 I know how to apply a ceramic or Graphene coat as I detail cars. I understand the most important part that dictates wether it’ll last or not is the preparation stage, clay bar and everything. My car just got a brand new paint job 90 days ago so I’m ready to apply just choosing between different brands like carpro uk 3.0 or Adams Graphene. But because you’re speaking from experience of it lasting 6 years I really want to know what brand they used for your vehicles
Well done! For me, the perfect combo is paint protection film (PPF) or a clear bra on the front of the car and a ceramic coating. If I was made of money it would be PPF on the whole car followed by a ceramic coating. Again, thanks for your honesty. Subscribed!
We did that for my gf's Jeep. My bassist from my band is having his new Macan ppf'd all the way around! He designed a popular app and ran into some serious money. Serious.
Just entering the world of detailing working for a shop that specializes in coatings. This video has given me a lot of key points, and ways to qualify the customer for the right option. Thank you!
Dude you're an animal I can't believe the level of patience you have to do all that testing. Why do so few people discuss blowing the car dry after washing. I use a garden blower or something even more powerful to dry the car, get under all the moldings, in the grill, the wheels, open the doors and hood and trunk and get in those areas. By the time I'm done all I need are a couple of very small towels to tidy up. Much less work , touch-free, and less laundering. I also like to hold the hose in one hand and sponge in the other , constantly flooding the area so I'm not rubbing any dirt particles around.
“…but if your a customer who cares about their car and wants to keep it looking new and shiny as long as they possibly can, then keep watching.” That was smooth. You hooked me.👍🏼
Nice job you explained Ceramic coatings immaculately, some customers think its some sought of magic, that you don’t have to maintain for years. Not knowing everything in life requires maintenance.
Yes, THIS. I've seen so many people in the world of detailing that get a ceramic coating and then complain about it because they think they can get away with half-assing everything else when doing a car wash. A ceramic coating requires an equally matched carwash..everytime. Do not get one, if afterwards you still want to drive your car through a carwash
@@pendaranroberts4350 you definitely can, if you use your own tools at the car wash (one of those coin wash things). Just make sure you do it properly or else there's no point in investing into a ceramic caoting
Love this video! I am a car guy who loves to keep my rides detailed and cleaned by doing everything myself. Getting ready this week to to do my first ceramic coating on my ride. All my supplies, polisher have been ordered and on vacation for a week so not in a rush to complete. I did my research on ceramic coatings so when i ran into your video i was really bothered by the title, can this be some negative content but it wasn't it was confirmation of what i already knew, Love it
I know not everyone can do this, but keeping your cars in a garage is a huge advantage. My daily car, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz, looks amazing still and only has light surface rust on the under carriage. My 98 Firebird is a garage queen that looks like it was painted yesterday. Granted, the Firebird has only been washed twice since 2000. It got it's second washing a few days ago... the are no swirl marks on it and I'd like to keep it that way.
had my cars paintwork 'ceramic coated' 7 years ago for $900.00. Also do a light polish/polymer sealant every 12 months. Cars paint still has showroom shine..
What a wonderful, concise and informative video. I learned more in 8 minutes than I have watching multiple hours of other videos on this topic. Well done.
Good point Jason on the part where people overhype ceramic coatings. When I bought my Acura NSX about a year ago, my local Acura dealer offered me a “9H” ceramic coating for $40 with a three-year warranty, I acted dumb and see what they would say and they said that the benefits of applying this on your car are that, it will no longer rust, no longer going to be dirty, spray paint vandalism will roll right off but they didn’t even mention hydrophobic properties, etc.
“If you’re going to take your car though a car wash you shouldn’t get a ceramic coating.” Wouldn’t that be an excellent reason to have ceramic on your car?
The local detailing shop told me to take my vehicle through touchless car wash if I don't have option to use two bucket system at the car wash since it's banned. So why did he tell me this ?? A very reputable shop too
I coated my F150 myself within 30 days of it being delivered to the dealer. Even being brand new it still required a good paint correction. I also did PPE on the front, and wow what a PITA that is, especially on the bumper. It was worth the effort though, 26 months, 49,000 miles, 2 winters, and it still looks great. A good detailer is worth the cost, especially if doing PPE.
@@neimanfarkus9708 Polishing out imperfections in the clear coat like minor scratches, orange peel , anything that is visible in the reflection to make it as glossy as possible.
How is the coating now? Also, what was the solution for "no car drive through car washes" as it pertains to cleaning the road salt from underbody in the winter?
@@Twolves2005 I sold the truck last August, but the paint was still very smooth and the coating was still beading, so I would say it held up well for 4 years. Only car wash I would use are touchless. The automatics that have under car wash would take care of the road salt, but handwash when possible.
That’s really informative and true. Even my car detailer had specified about all this. I make sure I keep my car clean always, if you follow as instructed the car will just look amazing at any time and the paint surface stays protected.
I like how you say to wash the car once a week. Where I live for the 5 months of summer we are on stage 3 water restrictions, which means no car washing period!
Really fab video. Guy explains things super-clearly, obviously knows what he’s talking about, and comes across as level-headed and impartial, with no axes to grind.
Thanks for your info! I have always looked after my cars without any special coating, just continuous wash and waxing regular. Aside from plastics, kept looking great. But with a new car on order coming in, I decided to look into the ceramic coating from start to just do the best for as long as possible. So whether it is worth the cost, will find out. One shop in city has been around for a while, and pretty highly respected.
This is indeed a professional genuinely advising with integrity and honesty unaware people. Big shout out to you guys at Chicago Auto Pro. wish you more success and prosperity. God bless!
I like this guys honesty and professionalism and product knowledge. I have never used ceramic coatings before. However I was a automotive spray painter for 20 years painting New porsche and Ferraris for a very long time. He is correct every car and owner is different. Make sure guys you allways get expert advice this guy sounds a great start 👍
DIY at home ceramic coatings are becoming very common and easy to use, I used to use Meguiars ultimate Liquid Wax or Nu Finish every couple months on my daily driver as a way Keep my daily driver looking fresh and shiny, but for Christmas my girlfriend’s mother bought me “Jay Leno sprayable ceramic coating” and it was super easy to use and was quicker to apply then wax or the nu finish and wow I was surprised how much more water Beads and lasts way longer then nu finish or wax and the the shine of the ceramic coating looks amazing and lasts dozens of drive-thru car washes! I’m still applying the ceramic coating every couple months since I noticed after two months the shine of the ceramic coating was still there but the water beading was not as good anymore, the jay leno ceramic coating is about $20-$30 depending where you buy it but for the price point I love it!
Fantastic explanation, I'm getting full Xpel Ultimate Plus on a 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance and am kicking around getting ceramic on top of that. Very helpful 🔥
I had XPEL ceramic coating professionally applied to my previous Model 3 and I had less than desirable results, especially with the glass. Ironically, what was supposed to protect my vehicle and make it more hydrophobic ended up resulting in hard water spots all over the front, top, and rear glass. The only way I was able to remove them was with glass buffing compound and a buffer. That said, it did work well with the painted body and the rims. Fast forward to today and I took delivery of my Model 3 Performance: instead of ceramic coating, I only went with PPF. I bought some DIY ceramic coating to apply to my wheels only (maybe I'll do the PPF too- not sure at this point- will see how the wheels look after a month.)
Congrats on the Model 3! Hope it's treating you well. PPF can be a pain to remove if left on for too many years. I was trying to decide if I wanted PPF on my car and found out that the areas that dont have PPF will have more UV damage and in some cases that means the paint will look like a different shade and need removal and repainting anyway. I'm on the fence if I want to do it or not.
@@jeffgendron1959 From my experience it depends on how long you're gonna own the car, if for a longer time, PPF needs to be maintained too, removed, then applied again, witch as we all know is not cheap, if left on a car for too long it will stain too (even the best ppfs i've seen also scratch and need to be repaired, even the ,,self repairing" ones), but it is a better mechanilcal protection against paint chips, iv'e had it on my old cars, on the new one i decided to go without it, i like to work on my car, polish it, wax it or apply ceramic, and the ,,feel" of the paint under my fingers without ppf is a 1000% better, but thats my weekend car so it's pampered a lot :)
It’s crazy this pops up in my suggestion because a woman I know just did one but I brought up the benefits and prepping the car and her response was “yeah that’s too much lol”. Right then I knew she didn’t educate herself before hand
Super informative for people! Stole the words out of my mouth. As a small detailer here locally. I have been asked these questions a lot myself lol. Some were as crazy as the fire example you showed.
They should just come from the factory like this! As overpriced as modern vehicles are you can’t tell me that there’s not enough overhead for that. At the bare minimum they should at least make it an option for the car!
Funny you should mention that…. I just bought a new vehicle and Sentinel ceramic coating was included. I’m just nervous about the quality of application by the dealership.
I’m not into this or getting one, but let me tell you, if I was I would 100% go with these guys!!! This is the first time I’ve ever heard or seen this product, but if you can’t here and see the honesty that this guy is displaying, then you should probably not get one either!!! Nice video man! I watch the whole thing for no reason other than the nice feeling of not being lied to!!! Nice change good luck to you and your business though this very hard trying time! Bless the USA!!!
Great video, but, this is just wrong at 3:53. Coatings are nanometers thin. It is the hardness, and their ability to bond with the paint that allows it to last longer than wax and sealant.
I loved this! I think everyone should be having this conversation with the manufactures on this. although I did just put a spray ceramic coating for the winter I am waiting for the spring before I can put about 12 hours of paint correction and fix the few rock chips so I can put an actual long lasting coating on there. Finger's crossed
How did it end up turning out? Did you get the Ceramic coating on there after fixing the rock chips? And if so; how has it held up? I'm just a dude, looking through countless youtube videos, trying to find the best looking/protecting sealant/wax/spray/whatever, for my red 2004 Infiniti G35. And I'm getting a bit overwhelmed by all the options Lol.
@@donkler5476 Hi, I'm you 1 month ago. Have you made a decision on a product yet? I've been detailing my own cars for almost 20 years now (wash/compound/polish/wax) and I feel like it's always been pretty easy to research the best practices and good products. I'm not necessarily nervous to try ceramic coating, but holy hell is there too much conflicting information out here. Winter is over now and I'm getting a new vehicle that I really want to do a coating on myself, but I feel like I know less than when I started researching this 6 months ago.
@@chadrenstrom5483 So I ended up just buying “Turtle wax Ice Seal N Shine” after seeing some pretty popular TH-camrs endorse it, and seeing many good reviews. 7,000+ on Amazon. And I’ll be honest I’ve only applied it to a friends hood, and I haven’t seen the car after that so I’m not sure how it’s holding up / if it’s hydrophobic. I’m gonna apply it to my car very soon, just haven’t gotten around to it. I might do it this weekend. I’ll for sure let you know how it ends up going / looking, after it’s cured. The reviews were amazing, and it’s pretty cheap. I’m sure it’s not going to give me the ultimate protection, but we shall see. It’s supposed to protect the paint chemically, and from the sun, and it’s “ultra hydrophobic” (or something like that is said on the bottle). And it smells so dang good. And it’s easy to apply. Just spray it, and wipe it on, after you’ve prepped the paint.
Thankyou so much for this. I have recently bought a Mitsubishi Outlander which is 10 years old and was looking into getting it professionally detailed as it has a lot of fine scratches and scuff marks in the paint work. As I live in a regional town in Australia I am limited with the number of detailers. One fellow suggested a ceramic coating. Now I will certainly not be getting it done, stone chips are a way of life out here and the bonnet already has a great deal. He was trying to convince me that getting a ceramic coating would offer me further protection against stone chips.
Excellent content , although i don't have ceramic coating on my car , because is a daily car , but i always take good care of it and i just wax it and it always look glossy my neighbors and friends are always asking me to do their cars 🙂 I love the detailing life
As an owner of a 1959 MGA, that I restored back in the early 90s, keeping the paint in good condition means being scrupulous in how you clean and protect it. As long as you can dedicate the time and energy to do things right when cleaning, you can certainly protect with a good quality wax. Nobody really needs a ceramic coating to keep the paint in excellent condition. But if you are not willing to spend the time, energy, and proper cleaning techniques and just want a good finish for no output other than the cost of the finish, then by all means, get a ceramic coating. The paint on my MGA still looks great after all these years but it is not a show car, and sometimes during the summer gets driven daily for weeks. It has its share of defects but the shine on it is still mirror-like and I spend time once a month or more from Spring through the Fall keeping it looking nice.
Really solid video--- I always like watching & talking to someone who's passionate & knowledgeable above & beyond mere mortals (like me). Big thumbs up
Dude I love your content. I stumbled across one of your vids at the beginning of COVID 19 and have been hooked on detailing since. My wife just got me a DA polisher for Father’s Day and my 110 and 210 just came in today. Ready to get to work! Thank you for all your wonderful videos and endless knowledge. I am now waiting for all your new videos
I am independent kind of tom boyish girl who likes to take care of my own cars. So, after listening to numerous channels on detailing my Jeep Grand Cherokee and why I should put a ceramic coat on it, I bought the recommended products to do my own work. However, I was still hesitant to begin a process on my Jeep that I had only been schooled by youtube videos. I decided that come spring I would take on the job and to refresh my memory I delved into youtube videos once again and ended up here. I am still on the fence as to whether or not I want to attempt the process of adding a ceramic coating. The more I learn the more I am thinking that keeping my Jeep well cleaned and waxed is enough for me. Now, if I ever have the good fortune of knowing an actual experienced person and they can assist me, then I will go for it.
Jason, thanks so much for your videos and well explained details. As a professional I struggle some times to speak to customers in their terms and not technical terms and your videos really help me simplify. Thanks.
My car is 18 years old, the paint still looks brand new, Simple hand washes with the proper soap, clean water and sponges, proper waxing, I did not need any ceramic coating. I also keep it garaged and out of the sun when ever possible, and Toyota/Lexus did a proper quality paint job to start with.
Wow! Good job and well said. Very refreshing to have a professional actually say it like it is. And yes I know, it is a great product but it’s not a “force field” lol as you mentioned
Great information. I park my car in the garage, so I don’t think ceramic coating is necessary as she’s not exposed to “the elements,” too often. But you did answer my question as to whether ceramic coating protect against scratches, road chips, etc.
I know how to keep a car clean and perfect and I actually like taking care of it. Therefore I have not coated my 2020 S3. I did coat the wheels and I’m not impressed enough to do the whole car.
I had my volt coated by these guys in 2017 almost never wash my car and mothernature rain has been enough to make the car look like it was new off the factory even several years later. Will be looking to them to do my CyberTruck whenever that shows up.
Spend $15 on turtle wax's hybrid ceramic solution, with a good microfiber cloth anyone can do it. Takes no time at all, kind of like cleaning windows. Use one cloth to wipe it on and another cloth to buff it.
I'm a bit confused. I'm thinking of doing ceramic coating on my car. My question is does ceramic coating take the place of waxing or are you supposed to wax also when you do ceramic coating? Thanks for the informative video.
I’ve turtle waxed my Honda S2000 for 10 years and it still looks brand new I use klasse here and there on top of the wax but it’s as shiny today as when it was brand new
exactly, the wax is the answer. No some stupidly expensive "coatings", they only add hydrophobic properties to the car paint, nothing else. This same does good wax.
@@Brian-dj3ru but if you're washing your car "every week" as the guy in the video suggested, just using a wash & wax and taking the time to do a really good wax every season will work fine. Just like noone denies a military helmet is more protective than a hard hat, but we're not asking construction workers to gear up like they're fighting in 'nam are we? I'm not contradicting you, I'm simply saying look at the bigger picture: someone who really cares about their care will keep a wash and wax schedule good enough to not need a ceramic coat.
I agree to having the car wash regularly and keeping the car undercover should help the paint hold up fairly well. I think the more that you can keep the car out of the weather the better of those two points probably should see you through
Thank you for this very interesting video. I've had a couple of people in recent months telling me that I need to have my car ceramic coated, but I'm dubious about the benefits. I have a 2007 Laser Red Saab 9-3 that looks brilliant. It's very glossy with a deep shine. It's been garaged for all but 1 year of its life. It's very rarely been driven in heavy traffic. We don't get ice and snow where I live. Extreme overnight cold for us is 50F. A cold day is 65F. Your video tells me that I have to do some more research.
Yeah he's talking right, the coating is for true car guys, I'm the type that keeps my cars clean so this is no chore for me at all. I'm currently getting the silver package & will pick up car tomorrow. Thx for vid
I retracted my comment about deceptive ceramic coating marketing based around people believing that 9h means that the ceramic was measured on the mohd scale which it is not, it's based on a pencil and a chart and ceramic coatings are quite soft (softer than glass). I did not come to your channel looking to complain about ceramic coatings I was just watching car detailing videos and the intro upset me a little bit. But to your credit you're an incredibly honest company and explained it after that introduction. I apologize and if in the minute or two my comment was up anybody saw that I want to make sure it's known that I retracted
Question: What do you do in the middle of the winter? While I hate automated washes, it's the only solution I can find to remove all the road salt when it's well below freezing for weeks. I use only a "touchless" that uses sprays and use just the wash and undercarriage option to reduce the "stuff" that gets applied. But without any means to wash myself, it's all I've got. My Volvo is a 2009 and I've been keeping up with it since day 1. In the summer of 2019, I gave it a clay bar, hand rubbed with 3m micropolish, and applied a ceramic coat. Since then, I've used a spray ceramic to top it off after each wash. In the fall, I give it a couple coats of the spray and then maybe 4-5 touchless washes between Dec and March. In the Spring it gets a good wash and all seems well. I just don't know what else I can do in the winter. I'm on the wait list for a Rivian and looking to take delivery in 2023. The Volvo will become my kids car (already teaching them to drive a manual). Wondering what would be suggested to do on the new vehicle. I'm sure the coating, but does a clear film on the front make sense? And again, how to prep for winter.
Right! None of these people on TH-cam telling you to never go to an automated carwash, don't live in Buffalo, NY. There's no way you're making it through a winter without going to delta sonic and getting the touch less wash with the undercarriage spray, unless you love the look of rock salt!
imotomoves - I cant agree with you on this and you may want to reconsider the use of “hypocrisy” in hindsight- but do understand the basis of your argument. The title may be slightly misleading but that is hardly unusual on YT videos. When you get past the title and actually watch the videos, I thought it was a reasoned, balanced argument asking the viewer firstly if they were willing to invest the time in maintenance of the paint on their car. Then, it was an explanation of what to look for and what to be aware of. To be clear, I’m in the UK so a service in Chicago isn’t of much interest. Plus, I doubt that I now could personally physically do all the washing and waxing . To sum up, I’m not going to be a customer of ceramic coating but that decision was confirmed by this video Love, peace but, most of all, tolerance and respect
Really? He gave a bunch of reasons not to get one then said if these dont apply then carry on and started discussing ceramic coats, its exactly what the description said, are you Karen?
Wes C merely a joke. Good video In fact. By the sound of your offense to my comment ide say you qualify better to play Karen :) Thanks for the reply tho.
Ceramic coating is all hype been a professional detailer 20 years now use a good year long paint sealant that is all you need you got to get your car done anyway
I use a carbnua wax 4 times a year.. There 3 n 1 cleaner wax 2 times a year..and..top it with maguires hybrid ceramic spray wax every car wash! 💪maybe 7 hours of waxing a year
Ceramic is applied once for a couple of years, and unlike waxes, when it's scratched, it self recovers back to normal when under the sun. Waxes do not do this, ceramics last longer and are stronger, of course you have to care for your vehicle and wash it with the right stuff if you have a really nice car, it would be worth it.
I had Ceramic Coating done days after I got my C8 Z51 from the dealership. I live in NC and pollen is common in spring. After 10 days of curing, I used a soft cloth to remove the pollen. It looked like a steal wool pad was used. I just applied dusting pressure with a clean car cloth. This is from a high rated shop too. They are coming out to my house to resolve it, but when I saw the coating scratch with just a dusting, I was not impressed. Hopefully, they will resolve it. TBD.
THIS is service! Not shoving the best stuff up your customers a** for a ton of money, but explaining what you get and letting the customer decide what he/she wants! This is a real decency!
come on man, any business who wants to stay in business will educate their customer (the sales pitch) and then give them options to let them decide which to go with (this is the closing question of the sale).
Dont mean to be busting this particular company's balls but since it fooled you into trying to fool other people then you must know that the pitch did infact try and push the best product onto the consumer by using the 'cheap chinese' term and by telling them that if they care about their car then they should get the product and by the way they the company doesnt offer the cheap chinese brand because well its cheap.
like most youtube vids sponsored by a company, this video is nothing more than an SEO tactic to to drive traffic to their website by tricking the google search bot algorithm and get their site listed on the first page of the consumer's search results.
if you were not hip to this SEO marketing ploy, you are now. power to we the people!
Same thing we do at our shop, we have a consumer grade coating and a pro grade coating (have to be certified to get the pro grade) but we don't shove higher option down the potential customers throat lol if you want the consumer grade it's xx amount... pro grade xx amount, we won't upsell ...completely up to them ... only way to be as a business lol
Id rather wax once a month..then spend 1500 on a coating..but if your rich..then why the hell not..iam not! I also thought a coating can really help with rock chips!
@@theconnectedchris305 dude, pump the brakes! The guy is sharing valuable consumer information. I’ve run a European auto repair shop for 33 years. It’s called customer service. Something that is truly waning in this industry.
Here is the Original Semitic Text and YOU need to read this
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
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Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Been a detailer for many years and I like the honesty this guy shares with everyone. There will always be the next latest and greatest car care product, some better than others but none the less. On average most people keep their cars for quite a while, if in fact the car lasts past the warranty. In a typical situation waxing a car will protect it just as well as any other coating. But the way you care for your vehicles paint makes a huge difference, especially before and during the cleaning process and even during the waxing process. I can't count how many times a customer has used a dirty cloth, sponge or mitt to wash their car and a cloth or sponge to wax their vehicle. Some people even use really harsh chemicals to clean their vehicle, which can harm clearcoats and paints. I know paints and clearcoats have come a long way over the years, but protecting both are still essential to their life. Advice? Listen to the honest pro's like this guy, but remember you can keep your vehicle looking best if you use a little common sense.
25/6 22, Did l understand you correctly ? Waxing your car will provide the same finish as the latest products ? I have a shelf full of big brand cleaning, finishing , bodywork protection, & waxes accumulated down the years & use them 2 or 3 times annually to enhance & protect my cars. You're saying, l think, l can't improve things by updating & using the latest products. Pleasing news - l won't have to dispose of them because no great benefit's gained by spending on the latest products which in turn will be superceded too. Time saving seems the only improvement.
@Hates Spam He does not seem to be saying that the ceramic coating is "NOT" worthwhile, but that it is not the final step to caring for your car. "If you plan on keeping your car more than 3 years...." as he said. Depends on where you live, park your car, how you maintain.......etc..
I want this done to my Mini Cooper but not all over it certain parts course I don't live in Chicago how do you find the best in your area
Ive been detailing for 53 years and love the Honesty in this video, thank you, Bobby Beck
Which best ceramic coats do you recommend today?
When I had a detailing business (over 10,000 cars serviced - retail and commercial), Teflon was the go-to up scaled product. I had ceramic coating done to my vehicles and people still can't believe how old 2015 still looks new (its a rare factory color)! There is always "something better" being created in the lab". Thanks for the great info CAPros!
What brand ceramic do you
Very well said Jason! Fantastic video.
Some cheaper brands try and make people believe that ceramic coatings protect against scratches, stone chips, fire, lol. That’s pure insanity.
As you said, coatings are an exceptional form of paint protection for people who like taking care of their vehicles and who use proper washing and drying techniques.
Thanks brother!
It’s PAAAAAAAAAAAN the organizer 😃
@@ChicagoAutoPros Thanks for the excellent video. Do you think ceramic or sealant coating in windshield can cause squeaking noise on wiper blade? I have this problems before using some wax. It is really hard to remove once it squeak, it does not go even after putting new wiper blades.. I had to clean it with strong 99% isopropanol and change the wiper.
People thinks its magic,
I'll say it Pan. The ones on ebay that come from China.. They are the Masters of talking up a product when it's in fact of rubbish quality.
I really agree with you, Jason I am a certified technician then last 20 years I have used ZYMOL products high range professional line and I don't care to use ceramic coatings I prefer regular maintenance around 2 times for a month, take care
I always try new products on my lawnmower first. Whenever it comes time to upgrade, I get top dollar for old one.
Finally someone who really knows what they're talking about concerning automotive care👍👍💯
Ceramic coating is typically composed of silicon dioxide (silica, Si02), which is sourced from natural materials such as quartz and sand. Some types and brands also use titanium dioxide (titania, Ti02) as an additional hardening agent.Aug 6, 2020
I was a detailer from 1974-1998. I felt that there was no substitute for a coat of plain old car wax. Labor intensive it was, but it seemed to work and if you did it yourself, it was inexpensive. Granted I realize that times have changed, but my 16 year old Hyundai Sonata looks quite close to new. It has been garaged since new and even the headlamps look like new. I remember back in the 70’s the used car lot that I worked for bought a 1974 that had something applied like I have never seen. We had the car on the lot for four months or so, but I never before or since saw a car bead water like this one did. I never found out what had been applied to this car, but for it’s time, it was something else.
What's the best car wax in your opinion? I don't have any electric polishing tools or anything... Elbow grease... 😂
Probably Collinite 476.
In 2009 I worked at a tunnel car wash. And for a while I'd see this guy come in with a Ford Escape and when we hit it with the power washer the water would just fall right off.
After a few trips through I had to ask whe he used and he told me Collinite in the white tin. It stood up to the detergents and brushes! I was impressed.
@@danlc95
Thank you. I am going to get some. It’s too cold to apply here in Wisconsin in January, but as soon as it warms up in April I will be anxious to give it a try.
@Dave Cook - I hear ya. I'm in Michigan!
@@danlc95 I agree with the Collinite, but I've used the 885 Marine and aeronautic paste wax. A half full tub came with a 30' used boat I bought about 30 years ago. After cleaning the hull, I put on a coat of the wax. It goes on super easy, you just wax about a square yard and immediately wipe off. So it took me about 3 hrs. to do the whole boat. After 7 months in the water and 5 months outside at the boat yard, it was still beading water. I started using it on my car, and it works just as well there. It costs about $20. for a tub that lasts me about 10 years for both car and boat. Great stuff.
I am wayyyy too OCD to use a ceramic coating on my vehicles. I can't imagine not being able to polish my paint for 3 years. If I get a swirl, water spot, bird bomb stain, light scuff, etc. I want to correct it quickly and cheaply. I like being able to polish out any small area easily without having to strip and re-coat the entire panel. Many modern sealants have improved, and are super-durable. I have no problem re-applying them 2 or 3 times per year. It is therapeutic for me, and only takes just a little time. In my opinion (and that of a Rupes salesman I heard), ceramic coatings are best for the daily driver that actually might have scratches and dings on it. The one that you will never polish. The one that will only see washes in the time you own it. Great video, as always, guys!
The stuff is awesome , I got a car in 2016 and I've got more fingers on 1 hand than the amount of times I've even washed it.
Ha! I just typed a similar comment and saw yours lol. Do u watch obsessed garage by any chance? I got my insights from him. Matt is great.
I’m in agreement with my fellow waxers.
Ceramic coatings are designed for the lazy old fart who barely drives his low mileage Corvette (insert Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc) and needs a strong protectant that will last for a while.
I’m more of a polish my daily beater 2-3 times a year kinda guy. I use the lightest polish compound because there’s literally nothing to even polish out but I do it anyway just to chase down that random scratch.
There’s nothing like a freshly waxed car. Why anyone would prolong this pleasure for several years is beyond me. Lol.
Real car guys polish more often then once every 2-3 years. 🤷🏻♂️
My daily driver is ok with a spray wax after every wash. It's good enough to resist bird crap and the usual road grime.
Yeah this video has it all backward like he didnt think it through before going through all the trouble of recording it.
I just bought a brand new vehicle and this guy confirmed everything I've heard. I've been to many detailers who are all to happy to just take your money. I've found one that not only dies the coating but trains you on how to properly detail afterwards and even provides space and materials at their shop to do so. Thanks for the info.
Where
@@gwongpokes Tango Mike detailing in Fredericksburg, VA
I can’t believe you just said Fredericksburg, Virginia! I was just driving to Pennsylvania from Hampton Virginia and going through the Fredericksburg area a dump truck was in front of me and rand stones all over my car and next to the front hood with rock chips. This is before I got ceramic coating which now I can’t get it until I do a paint correction and I don’t know where to go with that. because I live in Pennsylvania winter is coming soon I can’t even find a body shop that will do the painting correctionfor me at this time. I just wish there was a way for me to see the trucking company that did the damage.
@tammyturtle4434 that's sucks. There is a good body shop in that area called vision collision. The guy that did my coating sends all his customers there for body work before he does coatings.
Recently had my Polaris Slingshot professionaly ceramic coated..LOVE IT..looks like they poured glass over it..EZ to wash,bugs bounce off.and the SHINE is amazing..✌️
Experience any hard water spots since you got it coated ?
@@Nex_gen04 nope. Still looks great.. Been on for year now...✌️😎
🤔 what happens after it WEARS OFF ???
@@jimmysapien9961 in 6 years I’ll have it done again..nothing lasts forever ✌️😎
There's 3 BIG issues with aggressive coatings such as ceramics. 1. Although they do help provide a stronger layer of clear coat protection for perhaps "years", vehicles that are used as Daily Driving will be exposed to all the outside elements and road conditions. It's inevitable that the coating will soon become scratched( light swirl marks/ spyder webbing etc etc). When this occurs, the best way to remove those defects is by buffing it out. It's important to know, buffing(compounding)will remove said coating. It's not worth anyone's time and money using aggressive coatings on fault operated vehicles, I'd say coatings are beneficial for vehicles used as props in showrooms or in museums.
2. Cost. These coatings are expensive. It's great that some have "deeper pockets" than others, capitalism and constitution are beautiful things. Never the less, ceramic coatings are items that aren't practical for everyday drivers. The application service for these types of coatings could range anywhere from $100's to pressure even $1,000s.. Yes Thousands of dollars( depending on which service provider/product/location and type of vehicle).
3. Health Hazard. There's many cases of lung failure/collapse which were reported due to ceramic coating dust particles in the air when inhaled. When buffing a vehicle that was previously treated with ceramic coating, will cause the ceramic dust particles releasing into the air which is very dangerous. High quality masks are required when correcting and or when applying ceramic coatings. During this current pandemic, 3M- M95 and other higher quality masks are rare to obtain ( if you're even able to obtain them via Government regulations) and if you're part of the lucky few to obtain M95 masks......they're very expensive. Perhaps just as valuable as currency. Logically speaking, essential professionals such as Surgeons, Doctors and Nurses need these masks more than say....an auto detailer.
It was a great idea to have created aggressive longer lasting ceramic coatings but they just aren't necessary and practical for vehicles that use used for daily driving. They're costly, hazardous and impractical.
A safer alternative would be to use a kind of a spray sealant, Turtle Wax Ceramic Hybrid spray is an excellent choice. It's inexpensive (around $7- $10 per bottle), its efficient in the sense that it's a "Spray on and wipe off " application and it provides long lasting protection with a high gloss. When exterior correction ( buffing/detailing) is necessary, removing the spray coating isn't much of a loss considering they're less hazardous and they're inexpensive. A win win situation
Fantastic argument against the process. I’m having trouble locating the info on the coating particles causing problems after 2017. One post mentions improvements neutralizing the threat but I’m out of my league here. Do you have any references leading to this still being a problem? I was all for coating but I have kids and don’t want them exposed to something they needn’t be. So I appreciated your input. Just wondering how much a threat this is?
Can you give us sources?? Can't just say all of this without citations
I just recieved a quote today for coating my 16 accord, with 3 options -
#1) 1 coat, 1 top coat $1300
#2) 4 coats, 2 top coats, $1800
#3) 9 coats, 2 top coats, window and wheel treatments $2600
I think I'll -
#4) Amazon $26
@@tubbycustard8866 dont need citation when its commonly known lol…….. just do a simple search and it should be everywhere. Even on the product it says “do not inhale or swallow”. Bruh
@@khangbanger not commonly known at all, I've literally never heard of lung damage from coatings until now. And no shit, it's a chemical spray, ofc it's gonna have warnings to not ingest or breath it in. I'm asking OP to give me sources or else they're just babbling like the rest of us on the internet
As I Business owner myself I appreciate how honest and matter of fact you are. An educated client is so much easier to work with compared to one that doesn’t have a clue.
Definitely going to be contacting you in the near future.
I got ceramic coating professionally put on both my vehicles. It was done within the first week of purchasing the vehicles and one is 5 years old and still clean and smooth like silk.
Makes it A LOT easier to maintain as well.
Which brand did you go with for your vehicles?
@@FilmerStevie not sure. I had detail shops do it for me. They gave me three options, or tiers, I chose middle in both.
@@scallywag1716 dang well if you could ask them which brand they put on I would love to do the same brand for holding up 6 years!
@@FilmerStevie it’s better for you to find a reputable detail shop that has done it before. The type of ceramic is a smaller factor than the prep work before and and the application. So spend a lot of time finding the right one and know that you get what you pay for with it.
Both cars I had it put on were less than a month from the lot. The older the car the more prep work and more expensive it gets.
And of course you have to do your regular maintenance for the ceramic coat.
@@scallywag1716 I know how to apply a ceramic or Graphene coat as I detail cars. I understand the most important part that dictates wether it’ll last or not is the preparation stage, clay bar and everything. My car just got a brand new paint job 90 days ago so I’m ready to apply just choosing between different brands like carpro uk 3.0 or Adams Graphene. But because you’re speaking from experience of it lasting 6 years I really want to know what brand they used for your vehicles
Well done! For me, the perfect combo is paint protection film (PPF) or a clear bra on the front of the car and a ceramic coating. If I was made of money it would be PPF on the whole car followed by a ceramic coating. Again, thanks for your honesty. Subscribed!
Right on
We did that for my gf's Jeep.
My bassist from my band is having his new Macan ppf'd all the way around! He designed a popular app and ran into some serious money. Serious.
Just entering the world of detailing working for a shop that specializes in coatings. This video has given me a lot of key points, and ways to qualify the customer for the right option. Thank you!
Upkeeping your car clean is a full time job bro
Lol it sucks. Keep it perfect by not driving it.
@@bleeneo101 still get dusty even in the garage its a dirt magnet haha
@@bekiro28 trust me I know. Cost of having a nice car🤷
@@bekiro28 if you're OCD it's a living nightmare lol🤦
@@bleeneo101 trust me its better than being dirty man hahaha
Dude you're an animal I can't believe the level of patience you have to do all that testing.
Why do so few people discuss blowing the car dry after washing.
I use a garden blower or something even more powerful to dry the car, get under all the moldings, in the grill, the wheels, open the doors and hood and trunk and get in those areas.
By the time I'm done all I need are a couple of very small towels to tidy up. Much less work , touch-free, and less laundering.
I also like to hold the hose in one hand and sponge in the other , constantly flooding the area so I'm not rubbing any dirt particles around.
Not everybody has a garden blower
I kinda feel like this video should be "Why you should get a ceramic coating" lol
Reversed thinking
its called “click-bait”, bruh 😎
It's clickbait duh
I got diamond coating on my 2021 truck and I'm happy I did, always clean and the water beads right off!
@@luciferslettuce how much was the cost if you don’t mind me asking
People think I’m a damn fool when it takes me 3 hours to clean my car. I’m getting every nook and cranny.
@Mason Elam trust me I understand lol it’s gotta be right
3 hours sounds about right
nah 3 hours is pushing it...unless you are literally talking not just exterior..but full on interior..engine bay, taking wheels off...and shit
I am the same on the interior
3 hours? Try 3 days.
Perfectly said I try to educate my customers about it also "ceramic coatings are not bullet proof". Wish everyone could watch this video!!!
“…but if your a customer who cares about their car and wants to keep it looking new and shiny as long as they possibly can, then keep watching.”
That was smooth. You hooked me.👍🏼
Nice job you explained Ceramic coatings immaculately, some customers think its some sought of magic, that you don’t have to maintain for years. Not knowing everything in life requires maintenance.
Yes, THIS. I've seen so many people in the world of detailing that get a ceramic coating and then complain about it because they think they can get away with half-assing everything else when doing a car wash. A ceramic coating requires an equally matched carwash..everytime. Do not get one, if afterwards you still want to drive your car through a carwash
I don't understand. Why can't you use a car wash? I live in the city and have no place to wash my car. A car wash is the only option.
@@pendaranroberts4350 you definitely can, if you use your own tools at the car wash (one of those coin wash things). Just make sure you do it properly or else there's no point in investing into a ceramic caoting
@@trailsdetails4061 Because a car wash destroys the coating? I don't get it.
Love this video! I am a car guy who loves to keep my rides detailed and cleaned by doing everything myself. Getting ready this week to to do my first ceramic coating on my ride. All my supplies, polisher have been ordered and on vacation for a week so not in a rush to complete. I did my research on ceramic coatings so when i ran into your video i was really bothered by the title, can this be some negative content but it wasn't it was confirmation of what i already knew, Love it
Which brand did you end up going with and how has it stood up a year later?
I know not everyone can do this, but keeping your cars in a garage is a huge advantage. My daily car, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz, looks amazing still and only has light surface rust on the under carriage. My 98 Firebird is a garage queen that looks like it was painted yesterday. Granted, the Firebird has only been washed twice since 2000. It got it's second washing a few days ago... the are no swirl marks on it and I'd like to keep it that way.
had my cars paintwork 'ceramic coated' 7 years ago for $900.00. Also do a light polish/polymer sealant every 12 months. Cars paint still has showroom shine..
How does it hold up to weather. I live in NH and there’s always salt, bugs and pitch on the cars up here
What a wonderful, concise and informative video. I learned more in 8 minutes than I have watching multiple hours of other videos on this topic. Well done.
This channel is severely underrated in terms of detailing knowledge on the inter webs.
Good point Jason on the part where people overhype ceramic coatings. When I bought my Acura NSX about a year ago, my local Acura dealer offered me a “9H” ceramic coating for $40 with a three-year warranty, I acted dumb and see what they would say and they said that the benefits of applying this on your car are that, it will no longer rust, no longer going to be dirty, spray paint vandalism will roll right off but they didn’t even mention hydrophobic properties, etc.
$40😮😮
Amen, brother. Tell the truth as many have expectations of a force field on their car.
Did they not ceramic coated also the Death Star?
@@mirceatim3274 I think they missed a spot. 😂
“If you’re going to take your car though a car wash you shouldn’t get a ceramic coating.” Wouldn’t that be an excellent reason to have ceramic on your car?
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Amen!
Was waiting for that one
It won't hold up against those bristles.
The local detailing shop told me to take my vehicle through touchless car wash if I don't have option to use two bucket system at the car wash since it's banned. So why did he tell me this ?? A very reputable shop too
I coated my F150 myself within 30 days of it being delivered to the dealer. Even being brand new it still required a good paint correction. I also did PPE on the front, and wow what a PITA that is, especially on the bumper. It was worth the effort though, 26 months, 49,000 miles, 2 winters, and it still looks great. A good detailer is worth the cost, especially if doing PPE.
What is paint correction?
@@neimanfarkus9708 Polishing out imperfections in the clear coat like minor scratches, orange peel , anything that is visible in the reflection to make it as glossy as possible.
How is the coating now? Also, what was the solution for "no car drive through car washes" as it pertains to cleaning the road salt from underbody in the winter?
@@Twolves2005 I sold the truck last August, but the paint was still very smooth and the coating was still beading, so I would say it held up well for 4 years. Only car wash I would use are touchless. The automatics that have under car wash would take care of the road salt, but handwash when possible.
PPF, Paint Protection Film
This is what gets you business! The honesty!
That’s really informative and true. Even my car detailer had specified about all this. I make sure I keep my car clean always, if you follow as instructed the car will just look amazing at any time and the paint surface stays protected.
Glad it helped
I like how you say to wash the car once a week. Where I live for the 5 months of summer we are on stage 3 water restrictions, which means no car washing period!
Really fab video. Guy explains things super-clearly, obviously knows what he’s talking about, and comes across as level-headed and impartial, with no axes to grind.
Really appreciate the honesty! and not just trying to sell stuff! thanks
Thanks for your info! I have always looked after my cars without any special coating, just continuous wash and waxing regular. Aside from plastics, kept looking great. But with a new car on order coming in, I decided to look into the ceramic coating from start to just do the best for as long as possible. So whether it is worth the cost, will find out.
One shop in city has been around for a while, and pretty highly respected.
I wish I was anywhere near you guys. Its hard to find a business this transparent and informative.
My god the level on honesty in this video. Love how you do business sir. Keep doing it.
OMG... the first honest video I've seen on ceramic coating!!!! 👍👍👍
This is indeed a professional genuinely advising with integrity and honesty unaware people. Big shout out to you guys at Chicago Auto Pro. wish you more success and prosperity. God bless!
I like this guys honesty and professionalism and product knowledge.
I have never used ceramic coatings before.
However I was a automotive spray painter for 20 years painting New porsche and Ferraris for a very long time.
He is correct every car and owner is different.
Make sure guys you allways get expert advice this guy sounds a great start 👍
I thought this was going to be about serious reasons not to ceramic coat your car.
The response to intro is….duh!!!
DIY at home ceramic coatings are becoming very common and easy to use, I used to use Meguiars ultimate Liquid Wax or Nu Finish every couple months on my daily driver as a way Keep my daily driver looking fresh and shiny, but for Christmas my girlfriend’s mother bought me “Jay Leno sprayable ceramic coating” and it was super easy to use and was quicker to apply then wax or the nu finish and wow I was surprised how much more water Beads and lasts way longer then nu finish or wax and the the shine of the ceramic coating looks amazing and lasts dozens of drive-thru car washes! I’m still applying the ceramic coating every couple months since I noticed after two months the shine of the ceramic coating was still there but the water beading was not as good anymore, the jay leno ceramic coating is about $20-$30 depending where you buy it but for the price point I love it!
Frank and honest! This video alone will go a long way to putting Chicago Auto Pro's in the market lead. Most informative! Thank you!
Fantastic explanation, I'm getting full Xpel Ultimate Plus on a 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance and am kicking around getting ceramic on top of that. Very helpful 🔥
Super informative! I've been debating on if I should get my current/ future car coated and this definitely clarified a lot!
I had XPEL ceramic coating professionally applied to my previous Model 3 and I had less than desirable results, especially with the glass. Ironically, what was supposed to protect my vehicle and make it more hydrophobic ended up resulting in hard water spots all over the front, top, and rear glass. The only way I was able to remove them was with glass buffing compound and a buffer. That said, it did work well with the painted body and the rims. Fast forward to today and I took delivery of my Model 3 Performance: instead of ceramic coating, I only went with PPF. I bought some DIY ceramic coating to apply to my wheels only (maybe I'll do the PPF too- not sure at this point- will see how the wheels look after a month.)
How’s it holding?
Congrats on the Model 3! Hope it's treating you well. PPF can be a pain to remove if left on for too many years. I was trying to decide if I wanted PPF on my car and found out that the areas that dont have PPF will have more UV damage and in some cases that means the paint will look like a different shade and need removal and repainting anyway. I'm on the fence if I want to do it or not.
@@jeffgendron1959 From my experience it depends on how long you're gonna own the car, if for a longer time, PPF needs to be maintained too, removed, then applied again, witch as we all know is not cheap, if left on a car for too long it will stain too (even the best ppfs i've seen also scratch and need to be repaired, even the ,,self repairing" ones), but it is a better mechanilcal protection against paint chips, iv'e had it on my old cars, on the new one i decided to go without it, i like to work on my car, polish it, wax it or apply ceramic, and the ,,feel" of the paint under my fingers without ppf is a 1000% better, but thats my weekend car so it's pampered a lot :)
It’s crazy this pops up in my suggestion because a woman I know just did one but I brought up the benefits and prepping the car and her response was “yeah that’s too much lol”. Right then I knew she didn’t educate herself before hand
@Byrdia she already went well beyond what the typical owner does, which is either nothing or just a drive thru car wash.
Super informative for people! Stole the words out of my mouth. As a small detailer here locally. I have been asked these questions a lot myself lol. Some were as crazy as the fire example you showed.
They should just come from the factory like this! As overpriced as modern vehicles are you can’t tell me that there’s not enough overhead for that. At the bare minimum they should at least make it an option for the car!
Funny you should mention that….
I just bought a new vehicle and Sentinel ceramic coating was included. I’m just nervous about the quality of application by the dealership.
And a new car can sit outside for months.mine is kept in the garage in Florida so I don't wash it often but dust it every 2 days.
I’m not into this or getting one, but let me tell you, if I was I would 100% go with these guys!!! This is the first time I’ve ever heard or seen this product, but if you can’t here and see the honesty that this guy is displaying, then you should probably not get one either!!! Nice video man! I watch the whole thing for no reason other than the nice feeling of not being lied to!!! Nice change good luck to you and your business though this very hard trying time! Bless the USA!!!
When lighting my hood on fire, do you recommend lighter fluid, or gasoline?
Kerosene
Jet fuel 🚀 🔥
Diesel because it burns at a lower temperature and cause less damage to your ceramic coating 😂
Getting a Ram TRX in a couple months. This video confirmed my decision to get a ceramic coating for it. NEVER getting rid of that truck. Thanks!
Great video, but, this is just wrong at 3:53. Coatings are nanometers thin. It is the hardness, and their ability to bond with the paint that allows it to last longer than wax and sealant.
honestly it's nice just to have someone with the delivery of a normal human, nice video :)
I loved this! I think everyone should be having this conversation with the manufactures on this. although I did just put a spray ceramic coating for the winter I am waiting for the spring before I can put about 12 hours of paint correction and fix the few rock chips so I can put an actual long lasting coating on there. Finger's crossed
How did it end up turning out? Did you get the Ceramic coating on there after fixing the rock chips? And if so; how has it held up? I'm just a dude, looking through countless youtube videos, trying to find the best looking/protecting sealant/wax/spray/whatever, for my red 2004 Infiniti G35. And I'm getting a bit overwhelmed by all the options Lol.
@@donkler5476 Hi, I'm you 1 month ago. Have you made a decision on a product yet?
I've been detailing my own cars for almost 20 years now (wash/compound/polish/wax) and I feel like it's always been pretty easy to research the best practices and good products. I'm not necessarily nervous to try ceramic coating, but holy hell is there too much conflicting information out here. Winter is over now and I'm getting a new vehicle that I really want to do a coating on myself, but I feel like I know less than when I started researching this 6 months ago.
@@chadrenstrom5483 So I ended up just buying “Turtle wax Ice Seal N Shine” after seeing some pretty popular TH-camrs endorse it, and seeing many good reviews. 7,000+ on Amazon.
And I’ll be honest I’ve only applied it to a friends hood, and I haven’t seen the car after that so I’m not sure how it’s holding up / if it’s hydrophobic.
I’m gonna apply it to my car very soon, just haven’t gotten around to it. I might do it this weekend. I’ll for sure let you know how it ends up going / looking, after it’s cured.
The reviews were amazing, and it’s pretty cheap. I’m sure it’s not going to give me the ultimate protection, but we shall see. It’s supposed to protect the paint chemically, and from the sun, and it’s “ultra hydrophobic” (or something like that is said on the bottle). And it smells so dang good. And it’s easy to apply. Just spray it, and wipe it on, after you’ve prepped the paint.
Thankyou so much for this. I have recently bought a Mitsubishi Outlander which is 10 years old and was looking into getting it professionally detailed as it has a lot of fine scratches and scuff marks in the paint work. As I live in a regional town in Australia I am limited with the number of detailers. One fellow suggested a ceramic coating. Now I will certainly not be getting it done, stone chips are a way of life out here and the bonnet already has a great deal. He was trying to convince me that getting a ceramic coating would offer me further protection against stone chips.
Excellent content , although i don't have ceramic coating on my car , because is a daily car , but i always take good care of it and i just wax it and it always look glossy my neighbors and friends are always asking me to do their cars 🙂 I love the detailing life
As an owner of a 1959 MGA, that I restored back in the early 90s, keeping the paint in good condition means being scrupulous in how you clean and protect it. As long as you can dedicate the time and energy to do things right when cleaning, you can certainly protect with a good quality wax. Nobody really needs a ceramic coating to keep the paint in excellent condition. But if you are not willing to spend the time, energy, and proper cleaning techniques and just want a good finish for no output other than the cost of the finish, then by all means, get a ceramic coating. The paint on my MGA still looks great after all these years but it is not a show car, and sometimes during the summer gets driven daily for weeks. It has its share of defects but the shine on it is still mirror-like and I spend time once a month or more from Spring through the Fall keeping it looking nice.
Solid advice. Integrity goes a long way and it’s the basis of our shop as well, keep them coming!
Really solid video--- I always like watching & talking to someone who's passionate & knowledgeable above & beyond mere mortals (like me). Big thumbs up
Dude I love your content. I stumbled across one of your vids at the beginning of COVID 19 and have been hooked on detailing since. My wife just got me a DA polisher for Father’s Day and my 110 and 210 just came in today. Ready to get to work! Thank you for all your wonderful videos and endless knowledge. I am now waiting for all your new videos
Enjoy! You're in for a fun ride!
I am independent kind of tom boyish girl who likes to take care of my own cars. So, after listening to numerous channels on detailing my Jeep Grand Cherokee and why I should put a ceramic coat on it, I bought the recommended products to do my own work. However, I was still hesitant to begin a process on my Jeep that I had only been schooled by youtube videos. I decided that come spring I would take on the job and to refresh my memory I delved into youtube videos once again and ended up here. I am still on the fence as to whether or not I want to attempt the process of adding a ceramic coating. The more I learn the more I am thinking that keeping my Jeep well cleaned and waxed is enough for me. Now, if I ever have the good fortune of knowing an actual experienced person and they can assist me, then I will go for it.
Jason, thanks so much for your videos and well explained details. As a professional I struggle some times to speak to customers in their terms and not technical terms and your videos really help me simplify. Thanks.
My car is 18 years old, the paint still looks brand new, Simple hand washes with the proper soap, clean water and sponges, proper waxing, I did not need any ceramic coating. I also keep it garaged and out of the sun when ever possible, and Toyota/Lexus did a proper quality paint job to start with.
Got my car ceramic coated and didnt wash it for 5 yrs, now it looks like shit. I demand a refund!!!
You have to maintain them. If not your right they will turn out like crap. U see that. Next time do your research before u buy a coating.
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Your supposed to wash it regularly lol. But you dont need to use soap. You can just use water
/whoooooooshh
@@cbijames7 pretty sure it was sarcasm...
Excellent Advice From A Real Pro . 🎖️ . I Use To Formulate Car Wash Shampoo's . Retired Now . 😊
Wow!
Good job and well said.
Very refreshing to have a professional actually say it like it is. And yes I know, it is a great product but it’s not a “force field” lol as you mentioned
Shields Scottie NOW
Great information. I park my car in the garage, so I don’t think ceramic coating is necessary as she’s not exposed to “the elements,” too often. But you did answer my question as to whether ceramic coating protect against scratches, road chips, etc.
I know how to keep a car clean and perfect and I actually like taking care of it. Therefore I have not coated my 2020 S3. I did coat the wheels and I’m not impressed enough to do the whole car.
Jus wax..takes a hour..and wax the rims..takes 15 mins! 5 yr old honda looks better then new
@@edubb2491 that’s what we used to do years back . Hand WAX
Just wanna say thanks for that intro. Just saved me 7 minutes plus however much more time I might have spent looking into ceramic coating
I find it funny that I got a last coat ad on this video, and they literally said it forms a protective barrier around the paint.
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F11 is no joke ......
James Stewart F11 is a joke, worst $100 I ever spent my money on.....completely useless in my opinion
I had my volt coated by these guys in 2017 almost never wash my car and mothernature rain has been enough to make the car look like it was new off the factory even several years later. Will be looking to them to do my CyberTruck whenever that shows up.
Please make a video on benefits of wrapping your car especially protective film
Appreciate the honesty and being frank with people. Don't see that much these days...I got a ceramic coat, fully understanding it is not magic.
Best way i have found to keep your paint looking new is to trade it in every two yrs. You're welcome
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Spend $15 on turtle wax's hybrid ceramic solution, with a good microfiber cloth anyone can do it. Takes no time at all, kind of like cleaning windows. Use one cloth to wipe it on and another cloth to buff it.
I'm a bit confused. I'm thinking of doing ceramic coating on my car. My question is does ceramic coating take the place of waxing or are you supposed to wax also when you do ceramic coating?
Thanks for the informative video.
This is such a great video for the purpose of ceramic coating, literally clueless until this guy did an amazing job explaining the procedure.
I’ve turtle waxed my Honda S2000 for 10 years and it still looks brand new I use klasse here and there on top of the wax but it’s as shiny today as when it was brand new
Dope..same here with my 20 year old beige Buick! Maguire's cleaner wax and now recently i top with there hybrid ceramic spray wax!
exactly, the wax is the answer. No some stupidly expensive "coatings", they only add hydrophobic properties to the car paint, nothing else. This same does good wax.
@@banny123456 ceramic coatings are proven to be more durable then wax..there's plenty of research between there differences
It's about swirl resistance and wash marring, is your car still swirl free from just a wax as protection?
@@Brian-dj3ru but if you're washing your car "every week" as the guy in the video suggested, just using a wash & wax and taking the time to do a really good wax every season will work fine.
Just like noone denies a military helmet is more protective than a hard hat, but we're not asking construction workers to gear up like they're fighting in 'nam are we?
I'm not contradicting you, I'm simply saying look at the bigger picture: someone who really cares about their care will keep a wash and wax schedule good enough to not need a ceramic coat.
This is absolutely one of the very best videos on the subject.
Just use proper spray wax, and do regular car washing and once a year claybar? Should work just fine
I agree to having the car wash regularly and keeping the car undercover should help the paint hold up fairly well. I think the more that you can keep the car out of the weather the better of those two points probably should see you through
@@chrisnewman7281 true but some people don’t have a car port
Thank you for this very interesting video. I've had a couple of people in recent months telling me that I need to have my car ceramic coated, but I'm dubious about the benefits. I have a 2007 Laser Red Saab 9-3 that looks brilliant. It's very glossy with a deep shine. It's been garaged for all but 1 year of its life. It's very rarely been driven in heavy traffic. We don't get ice and snow where I live. Extreme overnight cold for us is 50F. A cold day is 65F. Your video tells me that I have to do some more research.
How am I going to light my hood on fire if I don’t have a ceramic coat?
Yeah he's talking right, the coating is for true car guys, I'm the type that keeps my cars clean so this is no chore for me at all. I'm currently getting the silver package & will pick up car tomorrow. Thx for vid
Integrity and honesty combined with engaging and informative content. You guys are awesome, thank you!
I retracted my comment about deceptive ceramic coating marketing based around people believing that 9h means that the ceramic was measured on the mohd scale which it is not, it's based on a pencil and a chart and ceramic coatings are quite soft (softer than glass). I did not come to your channel looking to complain about ceramic coatings I was just watching car detailing videos and the intro upset me a little bit. But to your credit you're an incredibly honest company and explained it after that introduction. I apologize and if in the minute or two my comment was up anybody saw that I want to make sure it's known that I retracted
Question: What do you do in the middle of the winter? While I hate automated washes, it's the only solution I can find to remove all the road salt when it's well below freezing for weeks. I use only a "touchless" that uses sprays and use just the wash and undercarriage option to reduce the "stuff" that gets applied. But without any means to wash myself, it's all I've got.
My Volvo is a 2009 and I've been keeping up with it since day 1. In the summer of 2019, I gave it a clay bar, hand rubbed with 3m micropolish, and applied a ceramic coat. Since then, I've used a spray ceramic to top it off after each wash. In the fall, I give it a couple coats of the spray and then maybe 4-5 touchless washes between Dec and March. In the Spring it gets a good wash and all seems well. I just don't know what else I can do in the winter.
I'm on the wait list for a Rivian and looking to take delivery in 2023. The Volvo will become my kids car (already teaching them to drive a manual). Wondering what would be suggested to do on the new vehicle. I'm sure the coating, but does a clear film on the front make sense? And again, how to prep for winter.
Right! None of these people on TH-cam telling you to never go to an automated carwash, don't live in Buffalo, NY. There's no way you're making it through a winter without going to delta sonic and getting the touch less wash with the undercarriage spray, unless you love the look of rock salt!
A very transparent break. There was no true definitive answer but almost the right amount of facts to help make a choice
Can’t stand the reverse psychology. “Why you shouldn’t get a ceramic coating” by the end of video he sold you a coating service...
imotomoves - I cant agree with you on this and you may want to reconsider the use of “hypocrisy” in hindsight- but do understand the basis of your argument. The title may be slightly misleading but that is hardly unusual on YT videos. When you get past the title and actually watch the videos, I thought it was a reasoned, balanced argument asking the viewer firstly if they were willing to invest the time in maintenance of the paint on their car. Then, it was an explanation of what to look for and what to be aware of. To be clear, I’m in the UK so a service in Chicago isn’t of much interest. Plus, I doubt that I now could personally physically do all the washing and waxing . To sum up, I’m not going to be a customer of ceramic coating but that decision was confirmed by this video
Love, peace but, most of all, tolerance and respect
Really? He gave a bunch of reasons not to get one then said if these dont apply then carry on and started discussing ceramic coats, its exactly what the description said, are you Karen?
These are not the droids your looking for......
Wes C merely a joke. Good video In fact. By the sound of your offense to my comment ide say you qualify better to play Karen :)
Thanks for the reply tho.
Martin Cox thank you for the essay. It was very profound and heartfelt.
Nice honest video from a Midwest business. You won’t find that type of honesty on the East or West coasts.
I love the ceramic coating I got done to my car several years ago. I would definitely get my next car coated as well.
What brand did you go with and how has it stood up?
@@FilmerStevie late reply, but i got C.Quartz on my BMW. My Type R got PPF installed recently, but i will go back for the ceramic work as well.
My car was coated nearly 14 years ago from new .Red (worst colour for fading ) has not faded and still gleams like it has just been polished .
Ceramic coating is all hype been a professional detailer 20 years now use a good year long paint sealant that is all you need you got to get your car done anyway
I will never own an un-coated car again, test something out on your own vehicle, the ease of maintenance is unparalleled.
Yup they are all tbe same polyester polymer. Ppl think these companies have teams of chemists lol.
I use a carbnua wax 4 times a year.. There 3 n 1 cleaner wax 2 times a year..and..top it with maguires hybrid ceramic spray wax every car wash! 💪maybe 7 hours of waxing a year
Ceramic is applied once for a couple of years, and unlike waxes, when it's scratched, it self recovers back to normal when under the sun. Waxes do not do this, ceramics last longer and are stronger, of course you have to care for your vehicle and wash it with the right stuff if you have a really nice car, it would be worth it.
@@ludwigrotin5891 "self seal". Can you explain what this material is made of?
I had Ceramic Coating done days after I got my C8 Z51 from the dealership. I live in NC and pollen is common in spring. After 10 days of curing, I used a soft cloth to remove the pollen. It looked like a steal wool pad was used. I just applied dusting pressure with a clean car cloth. This is from a high rated shop too. They are coming out to my house to resolve it, but when I saw the coating scratch with just a dusting, I was not impressed. Hopefully, they will resolve it. TBD.