New car protection package across San Diego County
New vehicles leave the factory with a clear coat that is not as flawless as it looks. Transport scratches, dealer lot contamination, and dealer prep swirl marks are common on new deliveries. A new car protection package addresses those issues before they are sealed in, then applies ceramic coating, optional PPF zones, and window tint in one coordinated project. We match San Diego County car buyers with vetted, insured local installers who offer complete new-vehicle protection as a single scheduled appointment.
What's included in this service?
- New vehicle inspection under paint correction lighting to identify transport scratches, dealer prep swirl marks, and any surface contamination from the lot
- Full paint decontamination including iron fallout removal and clay bar treatment to clear the surface before any product is applied
- Light paint correction on any transport defects or dealer prep scratches found during inspection
- Ceramic coating application to paint, glass, and trim across the full vehicle
- Optional PPF installation on high-impact zones including the hood, front bumper, fenders, and mirrors
- Optional ceramic window tint installation to complete the package before the vehicle sees its first road use
When do you need this service?
- You just took delivery of a new vehicle and want to protect the factory finish before the first commute
- You bought a vehicle from a dealer lot and suspect dealer prep washing introduced swirl marks before you took possession
- You are picking up a new luxury or high-value vehicle and want comprehensive protection applied before any road use
- You plan to keep the vehicle long-term and want to establish a protection baseline that will preserve resale value
- You want to avoid having to do a full correction session in two years because contamination was allowed to accumulate from day one
What do homeowners ask about New car protection?
Does a new car actually need paint correction?
Many new vehicles do. Transport from the factory, dealer lot washing, and dealer prep detailing introduce swirl marks and surface contamination before the car reaches the buyer. A paint inspection under proper lighting reveals what is actually on the paint. Some vehicles need only a light decontamination and prep. Others need a full correction stage. Your installer confirms at the in-person assessment.
What does the new car protection package include?
The core package includes paint decontamination, any needed paint correction, and ceramic coating applied to paint, glass, and trim. Optional additions include full-front or full-body PPF, ceramic window tint, wheel and caliper coating, and interior ceramic coating. Your installer confirms the package scope and pricing at the estimate.
Should I do PPF, ceramic coating, or both on a new car?
The most comprehensive protection combines PPF on high-impact zones with ceramic coating over the remaining panels. If budget requires choosing one, PPF on the front panels protects against the physical damage that is most likely on a daily driver. Ceramic coating alone protects against UV, water spots, and chemical exposure but not rock chips. Your installer can walk through the trade-offs at the estimate.
When should I bring a new car in for protection?
As soon as possible after taking delivery, before accumulated driving puts rock chips on the front panels or UV exposure starts working on the clear coat. Many owners schedule the appointment before they pick up the vehicle so it goes straight from the dealer to the installer.
How much does a new car protection package cost in San Diego?
A ceramic coating-only new car package typically runs $1,500-$3,000. Adding full-front PPF brings the total to $3,000-$5,000. Adding full-body PPF and window tint can reach $6,000-$10,000 or more on larger vehicles. Your installer confirms the written price after reviewing the vehicle and confirming the scope you want.
Where do we offer New car protection in San Diego County?
We provide new car protection in every city and community in San Diego County. Pick your city for local climate notes and service specifics.
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Homeowners who hired us for this
My 911 came back looking better than the day I drove it off the lot. The paint correction before coating made all the difference. Water sheets right off now and the gloss is incredible.
Highway chips were destroying the hood on my daily driver. Got the full-front PPF done and the difference is night and day. Installer was meticulous and the film edges are invisible.
Bought my truck used and the paint was full of swirls. They corrected it down to one stage and the surface looks brand new. Honest assessment at the estimate, no upselling.
Need new car protection in San Diego County?
Call for a free quote. Most work scheduled within the week.