Full body ppf + ceramic worth it at $7250 ?

shadab.ashraf56 · 04-07-2021, 07:30 PM

I am looking to pull the trigger on xpel full body ppf and full body ceramic. Got a quote of 5600 for ppf (full body except roof) and 1250 ceramic. Wheel costs $100 per wheel extra.

I am looking to keep this 2021 x5 40i msport for next 5 years, is it worth going for full body ppf, I can get front clip and side skirts done for 2500. Is the price reasonable as it will cost me 5600 + 1250 + 400 = $7250 ?

MOTOP · 04-07-2021, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by shadab.ashraf56

I am looking to pull the trigger on xpel full body ppf and full body ceramic. Got a quote of 5600 for ppf (full body except roof) and 1250 ceramic. Wheel costs $100 per wheel extra.

I am looking to keep this 2021 x5 40i msport for next 5 years, is it worth going for full body ppf, I can get front clip and side skirts done for 2500. Is the price reasonable as it will cost me 5600 + 1250 + 400 = $7250 ?

You think you won’t be able to paint your hood and your neighbor’s car for $7250?
Keep the money. LOL

shadab.ashraf56 · 04-07-2021, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by shadab.ashraf56

I am looking to pull the trigger on xpel full body ppf and full body ceramic. Got a quote of 5600 for ppf (full body except roof) and 1250 ceramic. Wheel costs $100 per wheel extra.

I am looking to keep this 2021 x5 40i msport for next 5 years, is it worth going for full body ppf, I can get front clip and side skirts done for 2500. Is the price reasonable as it will cost me 5600 + 1250 + 400 = $7250 ?

You think you won't be able to paint your hood and your neighbor's car for $7250?
Keep the money. LOL

😂😂 What about 2500 + 1250 = 3750 for front clip and side skirts and full ceramic. My 430i has lots of stone chips on bumper that's why giving it a thought on X5 and full ceramic is because i don't plan to take it through car wash and have heard ceramic makes hand-wash easy at home. I want to know that these are the going rate for xpel from those who got it done recently and yes 7250 is a lot for paint protection.

nZtiZia · 04-08-2021, 12:08 AM

front end, rocker panels + ceramic seems justified. may wanna consider the pillars, especially the gloss black B, C, D. my detailer is currently fixing a previously unprotected 911 prior to ppf + ceramic. looking at that front end hurts!

GlennC · 04-08-2021, 05:42 AM

It's very worth it if you like having your car as pristine as possible, want to avoid swirls and want to be able to go to a hands free car wash without them damaging the looks of the car. Protects well against rock chips and scratches as well. Exterior maintenance is so much easier with full PPF and ceramic. It also gives me such great piece of mind. If you plan on keeping the car a while and it's in your budget, I would do it. Having said that, I suggest you do a lot of due diligence on your detailer. Some wrap much better than others with respect to not seeing seams etc...Your quote is not a bad price for a high quality detailer.

PAULX545E · 04-08-2021, 07:28 AM

Personably I've went for a self applied hand polish followed by a liquid wax (autoglym products) - circa $50 of materials and a couple of hours of my own time. I wash the car myself - rinse off before wash and 2 bucket method.

I could see me going for ceramic etc if I had a super car but think it's hard to justify on an X5...to each their own though!!

Good luck.

shadab.ashraf56 · 04-08-2021, 07:28 PM

I am being suggested by installer to consider the new suntek reaction ppf which has infused ceramic coating hence need not to go with ceramic coating separately. It comes with 12 years warranty whatever that means. So 5500 for full body any one has experience with this new ceramic infused ppf from suntek ?

luckylingy · 04-08-2021, 07:41 PM

Like everything, it depends. If you’re keeping the vehicle long-term and want cosmetically perfect paint and don’t want to do anything yourself, then go for it. If you want a halfway-house solution, PPF the front clip and rockers and coat the paint (but not the rims). I applied ceramic coating myself (including the rims) and wished I would have had PPF applied to the M Sport rockers, which get touched with every entry/exit.

nZtiZia · 04-08-2021, 09:31 PM

$5500 full wrap with Suntek reaction ppf? sounds like a great deal

GlennC · 04-09-2021, 05:12 AM

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$5500 full wrap with Suntek reaction ppf? sounds like a great deal

Could be....depending on the quality of the detailer. I learned the hard way that sometimes the less expensive quote is not the best one to go with...

nZtiZia · 04-09-2021, 06:52 AM

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I learned the hard way that sometimes the less expensive quote is not the best one to go with...

so true. XPEL, Suntek, Lumar, Stek are all quality films, each with their pros and cons, but it really does come down to the installer

stockli81 · 04-13-2021, 02:18 PM

I really like Stek Dynoshield... Opted to do the full front, hood, fenders, mirrors, full rockers, for 2k.... ceramic pro gold 1200 includes wheels

stockli81 · 04-14-2021, 02:02 PM

Some pictures after PPF and Ceramic.... regret not doing it first thing when picked up from dealer as I picked up a few chips in various spots..

BMWBear · 04-14-2021, 02:12 PM

I never understood the posting pics of clear film installed on a car.

I’ve always done front end and areas that are more prone to rock chips. Full ppf is ridiculous.

shadab.ashraf56 · 04-14-2021, 02:39 PM

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I never understood the posting pics of clear film installed on a car.

I’ve always done front end and areas that are more prone to rock chips. Full ppf is ridiculous.

I was leaning towards that front ppf and whole body ceramic but then ceramic gives no protection from swirls. I wash it at home and would want to make it as quick and effortless as i can full ppf will help there.

stockli81 · 04-14-2021, 03:12 PM

Should have been more clear... PPF full front end including full rockers and small spot in back of rear tire... rest is ceramic... switched out the front reflectors for carbon black ones... Next either no badging in rear or black badging

nZtiZia · 04-14-2021, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BYEIL

Full ppf is ridiculous.

... unless it's transformative and distinguishable

BMWBear · 04-14-2021, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nZtiZia

... unless it's transformative and distinguishable

Clearly then it wouldn’t be “clear”.

nZtiZia · 04-14-2021, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BYEIL

Full ppf is ridiculous.

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Originally Posted by nZtiZia

... unless it's transformative and distinguishable

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Originally Posted by BYEIL

Clearly then it wouldn’t be “clear”.

i was addending your statement re: full ppf.

BMWBear · 04-14-2021, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by nZtiZia

i was addending your statement re: full ppf.

Debatable...personally I think spending that kind of money on a full wrap is a waste (clear or not) but I do understand the appeal.

zhangyi17 · 05-07-2021, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by shadab.ashraf56

I am looking to pull the trigger on xpel full body ppf and full body ceramic. Got a quote of 5600 for ppf (full body except roof) and 1250 ceramic. Wheel costs $100 per wheel extra.

I am looking to keep this 2021 x5 40i msport for next 5 years, is it worth going for full body ppf, I can get front clip and side skirts done for 2500. Is the price reasonable as it will cost me 5600 + 1250 + 400 = $7250 ?

I had mine done with full body PPF and ceramic coating for $8K CAD

todd92 · 05-07-2021, 03:37 PM

This sounds like the equivalent of clear plastic slipcovers.

04-07-2021, 07:30 PM	#1
shadab.ashraf56 Private First Class 35 Rep 135 Posts Drives: 2018 430i Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Jersey City iTrader: (0)	Full body ppf + ceramic worth it at $7250 ? I am looking to pull the trigger on xpel full body ppf and full body ceramic. Got a quote of 5600 for ppf (full body except roof) and 1250 ceramic. Wheel costs $100 per wheel extra. I am looking to keep this 2021 x5 40i msport for next 5 years, is it worth going for full body ppf, I can get front clip and side skirts done for 2500. Is the price reasonable as it will cost me 5600 + 1250 + 400 = $7250 ?
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GlennC Private First Class 329 Rep 195 Posts Drives: '21 GLE 63S Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Long Island iTrader: (0)	It's very worth it if you like having your car as pristine as possible, want to avoid swirls and want to be able to go to a hands free car wash without them damaging the looks of the car. Protects well against rock chips and scratches as well. Exterior maintenance is so much easier with full PPF and ceramic. It also gives me such great piece of mind. If you plan on keeping the car a while and it's in your budget, I would do it. Having said that, I suggest you do a lot of due diligence on your detailer. Some wrap much better than others with respect to not seeing seams etc...Your quote is not a bad price for a high quality detailer.
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PAULX545E Private 21 Rep 79 Posts Drives: BMW X5 Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	Personably I've went for a self applied hand polish followed by a liquid wax (autoglym products) - circa $50 of materials and a couple of hours of my own time. I wash the car myself - rinse off before wash and 2 bucket method. I could see me going for ceramic etc if I had a super car but think it's hard to justify on an X5...to each their own though!! Good luck.
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shadab.ashraf56 Private First Class 35 Rep 135 Posts Drives: 2018 430i Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Jersey City iTrader: (0)	I am being suggested by installer to consider the new suntek reaction ppf which has infused ceramic coating hence need not to go with ceramic coating separately. It comes with 12 years warranty whatever that means. So 5500 for full body any one has experience with this new ceramic infused ppf from suntek ?
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luckylingy Lieutenant Colonel 3361 Rep 1,710 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Up North iTrader: (0)	Like everything, it depends. If you’re keeping the vehicle long-term and want cosmetically perfect paint and don’t want to do anything yourself, then go for it. If you want a halfway-house solution, PPF the front clip and rockers and coat the paint (but not the rims). I applied ceramic coating myself (including the rims) and wished I would have had PPF applied to the M Sport rockers, which get touched with every entry/exit.
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stockli81 Private First Class 61 Rep 174 Posts Drives: 2021 X5 M50i Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: N/A iTrader: (0)	Some pictures after PPF and Ceramic.... regret not doing it first thing when picked up from dealer as I picked up a few chips in various spots.. Attached Images Last edited by stockli81; 04-14-2021 at 02:08 PM..
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BMWBear Ultimate Driver 867 Rep 916 Posts Drives: N/A Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: N/A iTrader: (1)	I never understood the posting pics of clear film installed on a car. I’ve always done front end and areas that are more prone to rock chips. Full ppf is ridiculous.
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stockli81 Private First Class 61 Rep 174 Posts Drives: 2021 X5 M50i Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: N/A iTrader: (0)	Should have been more clear... PPF full front end including full rockers and small spot in back of rear tire... rest is ceramic... switched out the front reflectors for carbon black ones... Next either no badging in rear or black badging
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todd92 Second Lieutenant 171 Rep 254 Posts Drives: 05 ZHP, 19 X5 xDrive40i Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: NJ iTrader: (1)	This sounds like the equivalent of clear plastic slipcovers.
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