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    paint protection film

    Is this service actually worth it on new cars? Might gets this with next new car.

    And How long does this Saran Wrap stuff last...

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    Re: paint protection film

    You need to look up Xpel Ultimate film as this is the best film on the market. If your not getting Xpel then you will be getting a film that doesn't make in quality and look.

    With the Xpel ultimate film you get a film that has an automotive grade clear coat as the top coat on the film. Which means it will have a more natural look and blend in with the car than most other films on the market. Additionally you can place waxes, sealants, and coatings on this film.

    Xpel ultimate also has self healing capabilities that can remove scratches, scuff, and another mark by heat activation.

    Xpel ultimate has a 10 year warranty with the film that an authorized installer will give you.

    To answer your question is it worth it? IMO yes it is 100% worth it as it will protect your front end and any other areas that are covered

    How long does it last? Well with the ultimate film it comes with a 10 year warranty so I'm sure that tells you something about the longevity of the film.
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    Re: paint protection film

    Indeed: XPel Ultimate PPF is worth it!!

    "Paint Protection" Products' Thicknesses (mils/microns):
    -Waxes.......................~0.0007874 mils = 0.019999 µ
    -Coatings...~0.01969 mils--0.07874 mils = 0.5 µ---2.0 µ
    -XPel Ultimate........................~8.1 mils = 205.74 µ


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    Re: paint protection film

    Another enthusiastic vote for X-Pel.

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    Yes, I agree it is worth it. Though I do not have Xpel (will be getting that when I replace current one in the future), the Suntek one I have is just as good. You can't even tell it is there.

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