DIY/Removable Ceramic/Other Coating

[Peak_rider]

Hi, picked up my new M5 Competition! Don't want to spend the big box on ceramic coating. I've seen coatings you can put and remove after wear. Any recommendations? Many Thanks.

[themnmd]

Originally Posted by Peak_rider

Hi, picked up my new M5 Competition! Don't want to spend the big box on ceramic coating. I've seen coatings you can put and remove after wear. Any recommendations? Many Thanks.

Ceramic coating worth every penny. When right first time washing is a breeze. All that you need to do is a touch up every month or so. IMHO, but you do what you are comfortable with

[Peak_rider]

Thx.

[gtenedio]

buy it online for $100, watch a youtube video on application, and DIY.

its a no brainer and easy af

[stealth70mde]

Carpro's CQuartz UK is easy to apply.

You top it off with Carpro Reload and wash it with Carpro Reset.

Picture of my Avatar is my old M4 and it was still looking like this after 2 years.

Just make sure that your paint is decontaminated and polished to remove any paint defect before you start with the ceramic coating because it will seal the defects for good.

[MCOMP]

Originally Posted by gtenedio

buy it online for $100, watch a youtube video on application, and DIY.

its a no brainer and easy af

I originally coated my car myself with water based ceramic coating.
Results were good but after 2 months the hydrophobic properties completely wore off so I had a professional coating applied, too soon to tell if it was worth it or not.

[gtenedio]

Originally Posted by MCOMP

I originally coated my car myself with water based ceramic coating.
Results were good but after 2 months the hydrophobic properties completely wore off so I had a professional coating applied, too soon to tell if it was worth it or not.

i forgot to mention, the car should be claybared and fully detailed prior to coating..

[rjd598]

Originally Posted by MCOMP

I originally coated my car myself with water based ceramic coating.
Results were good but after 2 months the hydrophobic properties completely wore off so I had a professional coating applied, too soon to tell if it was worth it or not.

the durability of those water based protectants are very short and not surprised you only got two months. ceramic is always worth it as long as you go with a quality brand, proper installer, and be consistent with maintenance.

[srttan]

I did my MComp 1 week after i got the car. Used CarPro CQuartz UK 3.0. Very easy to apply and beads like crazy. Maintain like "stealth70mde" recommended with washing car with CarPro Reset and applying Reload every couple months. Putting a ceramic coating make washing the car much easier as well as dirt does not seam to stick to paint so easily. You can get on amazon or go to http://‎carpro-us.com they ship for free and you can get some free stuff if you order over $50 and over $100 just look at the daily deals section. Use coupon code "TLC" to get some additional discount as well. I've decided to use only CarPro products on the M. CarPro eraser works really good on glass. Give them a call and pick their brain if you have any questions. Very friendly staff.

Also check out Pan the organizer on youtube. he does a ton of tutorials on how prep paint and apply.

[jsf721]

If you are going to apply yourself it’s not hard. The hard part is the prep. Wash then Decontamination with iron removal product (iron x). Then clay bar it, then polish it to remove any defects. Then wipe down with a surface prep like eraser and then apply the best ceramic you can justify.

The ceramic is tons better than wax or sealant but it’s not billet proof. If you own. I would PPF (paintnprotection film) after correction and then ceramic coat.

Consumer brands that are good that I’ve used

Gyeon can coat. Easiest to apply medium durability. If this is your first time perhaps consider. It’s not quite a durable as the rest but very hydrophobic. Expect 6 months to 1.5 years depending on care.

Gtechnig crystal serum lite very durable expect 1-2 years. Depending on exposure and care. Not a hydrophobic but very protective.

Gtechnig EXO ( either alone or as a topper to above). It’s very hydroponic. Expect 6 months to 1.5 years dependent on care.

Care is keeping coating clean. Regular washes by hand with good car wash. I like reset 4 times a year and use optimum or Poorboys super slick and suds whichever is on sale. No auto car washes. And it will last.

Now I’m on to professional coatings which last longer but cost is higher and they must be applied by a professional.

[JK-M5]

I got mine coated with CeramicX 10H apparently it lasts a Lifetime

time will tell, looks unbelievable though, i had the last M5 coated with Gyeon Duraflex also a fantastic product,

Depends on what your going to wash it with in the future to get the long lasting effects of it, i use Bilthamber products and the finis after a simple wash is very impressive.

[Ehloo]

Ceramic coating is a great option but very expensive and requires maintenance. Don’t think most understand how much you have to maintain it. I never wanted to spend the money but my wife got a full professional paint correction and coat.
It worked great for a good 8-9 months and we never re-applied and it started not working as well. Washed the car with neutral chemical guys wash and took care of the car. For the thousands you pay I really don’t think it’s worth the money

The cost is usually majoirty paint correction so if
You have a brand new car it’s easier and cheaper. But there are so many new options with sprays that work pretty good and don’t have the cost of maintenance

Originally Posted by JK-M5

I got mine coated with CeramicX 10H apparently it lasts a Lifetime

time will tell, looks unbelievable though, i had the last M5 coated with Gyeon Duraflex also a fantastic product,

Depends on what your going to wash it with in the future to get the long lasting effects of it, i use Bilthamber products and the finis after a simple wash is very impressive.