[ec15]

They are NOT the same things.
One is like a long term wax and the other is a giant screen protector.
Only one protects against scratches and chips. Neither will prevent dings.

There are so many of these comparison threads on every car forum but most don't even know they are not the same.

A thread for "Wax VS Sealant VS Ceramic Coating" would make the most sense.

 

[jezzza]

I can see how the companies offering this crap make a killing.

 

[MCN1SMO]

ive never had one of the expensive professional jobs done but my dad recently gave me a bottle of this nexgen ceramic and since I dont drive the GTR much ive built up about 3 coats on the body and wheels just going out there and doing a few panels at a time. the car feels like glass. not sure how long it lasts but I will probably do the Z with it myself the same way

Ive got the Xpel clear bra on the front 1/3 of the car and the spray just goes over that.

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[Heavy Dupree]

Think of PPF as Saran Wrap for your car. A product like XPEL, arguably the industry benchmark, will run around $750ish if you opt to do only the areas most prone to scratches/flying debris like lower rocker panels, bumpers, front spoiler, and first 1/4 of the hood. Installers apply PPF much the same way that a color wrap is put on. If you decide to go this route for your new Z, I wouldn't use any other manufacturer's films, XPEL is the best out there.

I had a ceramic coating from Gyeon (referring to their product as "quartz" finish) applied last November. They have one of the few ceramic options available specifically made for matte finishes, so I didn't have many options to choose from. It's holding up remarkably well, enhances the color without adding any gloss, and repels water better than any wax or synthetic product I've ever used. Despite how good it is, it will NOT provide the same level of paint protection as PPF.

 

[325]

I use Dr. Beasley's products...

 

[Rusty]

While they're not exactly the same as others have pointed out, if you're choosing between the two and you're focused on protecting the paint form damage PPF is definitely the way to go.

 

[ec15]

Just get both

 

[ZSpeed]

PPF for sure if you live in the city especially with how much more forgiving it is.

 

[tokuzumi]

If you have $3k+ to spend, get the PPF. Much more durable. Otherwise, spend a couple hundred bucks, and get the paint color corrected and have ceramic applied. Will need to be reapplied every year, assuming daily driver duties.

 

[Heavy Dupree]

A good multi-step paint correction, decontamination and ceramic coating should be closer to $1000, depending upon the condition of the clear coat at purchase. The paint has got to be like glass before the ceramic goes on.

 

[DrSeckzytime]

Both. You use certain ceramics over PPF even.

 

[tokuzumi]

There's an xzibit joke about protecting your protection somewhere in there.

 

[Heavy Dupree]

There's an xzibit joke about protecting your protection somewhere in there.

 

[Tud]

Lets wait till its available before worrying about ceramic