[mavjay]

Hi,

What are your opinions on ceramic coatings? Worth it? Or should I just do maintenance and waxing say 2 times a year?

Anyone used Revivify Coatings?

[CMBX23]

I have a ceramic coating on my truck and it's awesome. I got ceramic pro, 2 coats of 9h and 2 coats of 9h lite. The water just beads right off, never have to wax it, my washes have been much easier since. It can become a bit pricey but if you can afford it I definitely recommend it.

[130FeetDeep]

Originally Posted by mavjay

Hi,

What are your opinions on ceramic coatings? Worth it? Or should I just do maintenance and waxing say 2 times a year?

Anyone used Revivify Coatings?

After doing a lot of research I ended up with CQuartz UK 3.0. Definitely worth the time. Depth is on par with carnuba with durability. The water utterly sheets off the car.

[mavjay]

Originally Posted by 130FeetDeep

After doing a lot of research I ended up with CQuartz UK 3.0. Definitely worth the time. Depth is on par with carnuba with durability. The water utterly sheets off the car.

Yes, I looked at that and Gtechniq if I was doing it myself. Revivify is a professional coating and only a certified dealer can do it.

[130FeetDeep]

Originally Posted by mavjay

Yes, I looked at that and Gtechniq if I was doing it myself. Revivify is a professional coating and only a certified dealer can do it.

I have been detailing show cars for a couple of decades. All I can say is that the "only professionals can do it" is generally a sales pitch. I remember when the dealer was trying to sell "teflon" coatings to new car buyers. The funny thing is that teflon doesn't adhere to paint unless the car is baked at a ridiculous temp.

All I am saying is be careful of the "only professional coating" stuff.

[mavjay]

Originally Posted by 130FeetDeep

I have been detailing show cars for a couple of decades. All I can say is that the "only professionals can do it" is generally a sales pitch. I remember when the dealer was trying to sell "teflon" coatings to new car buyers. The funny thing is that teflon doesn't adhere to paint unless the car is baked at a ridiculous temp.

All I am saying is be careful of the "only professional coating" stuff.

Fair enough. I wouldn't consider it if the price wasn't so close. If I bought gtechniq its going to be around $160-$180 plus my time. My guy is willing to do the professional one for $300 and I don't have to do anything.

[130FeetDeep]

Originally Posted by mavjay

Fair enough. I wouldn't consider it if the price wasn't so close. If I bought gtechniq its going to be around $160-$180 plus my time. My guy is willing to do the professional one for $300 and I don't have to do anything.

Jump on that price! Is he doing any paint correction prior? How many coats? I always recommend paint correction first because the ceramic is just displaying the prep work underneath.

[mavjay]

Originally Posted by 130FeetDeep

Jump on that price! Is he doing any paint correction prior? How many coats? I always recommend paint correction first because the ceramic is just displaying the prep work underneath.

Kind of thought so. It's only one coat. However, the products one coat is about 3-5 microns which is more than ceramic pros 3 layer supposedly. Appealing part is the self having too. He's already done a paint correction on it.

[130FeetDeep]

Originally Posted by mavjay

Kind of thought so. It's only one coat. However, the products one coat is about 3-5 microns which is more than ceramic pros 3 layer supposedly. Appealing part is the self having too. He's already done a paint correction on it.

That is a no brainer then to get it done. 3 - 5 microns is solid. Most of the OTC stuff is about 1 - 1.5 microns because it makes it easier to work with during flash.

[mavjay]

Originally Posted by 130FeetDeep

That is a no brainer then to get it done. 3 - 5 microns is solid. Most of the OTC stuff is about 1 - 1.5 microns because it makes it easier to work with during flash.

Thanks for your input.

[SCardamon]

Originally Posted by 130FeetDeep

After doing a lot of research I ended up with CQuartz UK 3.0. Definitely worth the time. Depth is on par with carnuba with durability. The water utterly sheets off the car.

Just purchased the same (CQuartz UK) and about to coat both my G05 and G20 - any experience on whether the gloss black trim prices handle the coating well or should I avoid?

[zjaiz]

Originally Posted by mavjay

Hi,

What are your opinions on ceramic coatings? Worth it? Or should I just do maintenance and waxing say 2 times a year?

Anyone used Revivify Coatings?

following this thread as well.. pros and cons.. can you get just the ceramic coating without the paint protection wrap (ppf).. thanks in advance

[mavjay]

Originally Posted by SCardamon

Just purchased the same (CQuartz UK) and about to coat both my G05 and G20 - any experience on whether the gloss black trim prices handle the coating well or should I avoid?

To my knowledge you should be fine. If you’re concerned you could use CQuartz Dlux on trim pieces and wheels.

[mavjay]

Originally Posted by zjaiz

following this thread as well.. pros and cons.. can you get just the ceramic coating without the paint protection wrap (ppf).. thanks in advance

You definitely can apply the coating without paint protection wrap. I only have my front end wrapped

[130FeetDeep]

Originally Posted by SCardamon

Just purchased the same (CQuartz UK) and about to coat both my G05 and G20 - any experience on whether the gloss black trim prices handle the coating well or should I avoid?

Yes on the gloss trim or just use reload on them. I did the roof rails as well.

[zjaiz]

Originally Posted by mavjay

You definitely can apply the coating without paint protection wrap. I only have my front end wrapped

wish i can do it but myself.. but have no knowledge and gadgets and time to do it lol to save me $$$

[randybobandy]

I have it, and it seems great, but it doesn't really protect in my opinion. What's nice is the ease of washing. I get a butt load of pollen up here...if I keep up with the coating....it all comes off when I drive down the road or with a simple wash.

[jlspeed29]

Originally Posted by randybobandy

I have it, and it seems great, but it doesn't really protect in my opinion. What's nice is the ease of washing. I get a butt load of pollen up here...if I keep up with the coating....it all comes off when I drive down the road or with a simple wash.

correct it doesnt protect against chips and road hazards. I'd say it protects mainly against routine washes and swirl marks and makes routine maintenance easier

[randybobandy]

jlspeed29 agreed. It definitely makes washing easier and much more satisfying with the cascading effect!

[BMW_Cyprus]

Originally Posted by zjaiz

following this thread as well.. pros and cons.. can you get just the ceramic coating without the paint protection wrap (ppf).. thanks in advance

Ceramic coating and PPF are two totally different things meant to address different needs. You can get one or the other or both. Entirely a price and need subject.

[Mo2002]

I've had CQuartz Professional on the M3 for 3 years now and I love it. I've seen ceramic coatings on other cars and no where near durable as CQuartz. Def worth it in my opinion. On my other cars, I used to break my back every month with waxing. No need to do that here. Def going with CQuartz Professional or Finest Reserve on my next car.