Ceramic Coating & PPF: The TRUTH You Need To Know

TLDR;

Mike Seuss discusses the benefits of ceramic coating, paint protection film (PPF), and window tinting for his 2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance. He explains how each of these services protects the car's exterior and interior, enhances its appearance, and provides additional benefits such as UV protection and safety. He also provides a pricing breakdown of the services he had done.

Ceramic coating protects the car's exterior from damage and provides a hydrophobic layer.
PPF protects the paint from road debris and scratches, and is self-healing.
Window tinting enhances the car's appearance, blocks UV rays, saves energy, and provides comfort.

Intro [0:00]

Mike Seuss introduces the topic of the video, which is about the ceramic coating, paint protection film (PPF), and window tinting he had professionally done on his 2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance. He mentions that he spent over $2,200 on these services and will explain why he chose to do so and show the results.

Thank You [0:49]

Mike expresses gratitude to his subscribers and those who left encouraging comments on his previous videos. He acknowledges that he is new to YouTube and appreciates the support. He also mentions his intention to incorporate lifestyle videos alongside Tesla-related content and encourages viewers to leave suggestions for future videos.

Benefits of Ceramic Coating [1:27]

Ceramic coating is described as a chemical polymer solution applied by hand to the car's exterior to protect it from external paint damage. It binds to the paint, creating a hydrophobic layer that repels dirt, sap, bugs, and salt. Ceramic coating also improves scratch resistance and gives the car a high-gloss appearance without the need for waxing. The coating can last up to 5 years. Mike had his entire Tesla ceramic coated, including the headlights, roof, windows, and wheels, at Sun Stoppers in Charlotte.

Benefits of Paint Protection Film? (PPF) [2:40]

Paint Protection Film (PPF) is a clear film applied to the car to protect the paint from road debris, deeper scratches, and door dings. PPF is self-healing, meaning that if the film is scratched or dinged, it will heal itself. The film can last up to 10 years without peeling, yellowing, bubbling, or leaving residue on the paint when removed. Mike had PPF applied to the front bumper, mirrors, and headlights of his Tesla, as these areas are most prone to wear and tear.

Benefits of Window Tinting [3:55]

Window tints enhance the car's appearance and provide several other benefits. They block harsh sunrays that can damage leather seats and trim. Window tints also block UV rays, which can cause skin cancer and accelerate skin aging. Additionally, window tints can reduce heat gain by up to 80%, helping the AC work less and saving battery power. They can also make a car 60% cooler and reduce sun glare. In the event of a window breaking, the tint film helps the glass stick together, preventing shattering.

Overview and Walk-around [5:52]

John from Sunstoppers Charlotte provides an overview and walk-around of the Tesla, showcasing the ceramic coating, PPF, and window tints.

Pricing Breakdown [9:29]

Mike breaks down the pricing for the services. The ceramic coating for the entire car cost $900, the PPF for the front bumper, mirrors, and headlights cost $600, and the window tints for six windows cost $600. With an extended warranty and taxes, the total cost came to $2,200.