Clear paint protection question...what is a fair price?
06-19-2017, 08:30 PM
#1
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
Member Since: Sep 2012
Location: LaGrange Park, IL IL
Posts: 2,308
Received 158 Likes
on
131 Posts
St. Jude Donor '13, '15
Clear paint protection question...what is a fair price?
My dad is looking to do clear paint protection on a non-Corvette and got a quote for $899 installed. It was for 3M Paint Protection Film 2ft up hood, fender tips and mirrors.
I have no idea if this is reasonable or not. Fwiw, this was a quote from a dealership, I assume an independent shop may a bit less, but quality may come into question.
Is this stuff like tint with different grades that impact pricing?
I have no idea if this is reasonable or not. Fwiw, this was a quote from a dealership, I assume an independent shop may a bit less, but quality may come into question.
Is this stuff like tint with different grades that impact pricing?
06-20-2017, 07:36 AM
#2
Moderator
Member Since: Jul 2005
Location: West MI
Posts: 27,705
Received 3,622 Likes
on
1,741 Posts
CF Banner Relay Captain
West MI & JAX/NE Florida
Events Coordinator
St. Jude Donor '11-'12-'13-'14-'15-'16-'17, '21
Seems about right. Stealerships are always higher. They probably are contracting it out. Check with a local place. Get a few quotes and referals
The following users liked this post:
imgn tht (06-20-2017)
The following users liked this post:
imgn tht (06-20-2017)
06-20-2017, 03:27 PM
#4
Supporting Vendor
My dad is looking to do clear paint protection on a non-Corvette and got a quote for $899 installed. It was for 3M Paint Protection Film 2ft up hood, fender tips and mirrors.
I have no idea if this is reasonable or not. Fwiw, this was a quote from a dealership, I assume an independent shop may a bit less, but quality may come into question.
Is this stuff like tint with different grades that impact pricing?
I have no idea if this is reasonable or not. Fwiw, this was a quote from a dealership, I assume an independent shop may a bit less, but quality may come into question.
Is this stuff like tint with different grades that impact pricing?
I have attached some information about general pricing to get your vehicle done. Depending on where you live and what type of vehicle you have, the price can vary.
For a partial front end: This includes 18-24” up the hood and fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights. This ranges from $895 - $1,195.
For full front coverage: This includes the entire hood and front fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights. This ranges from $1,895 - $2,195.
In addition to the full front coverage, the rocker panels are another great place to install for maximum protection.
I have provided a link to installers in the Chicago area. If you have any questions feel free to contact us.
Chicago Installers
The following users liked this post:
imgn tht (06-20-2017)
06-20-2017, 04:04 PM
#5
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
Member Since: Sep 2012
Location: LaGrange Park, IL IL
Posts: 2,308
Received 158 Likes
on
131 Posts
St. Jude Donor '13, '15
imgn tht,
I have attached some information about general pricing to get your vehicle done. Depending on where you live and what type of vehicle you have, the price can vary.
For a partial front end: This includes 18-24” up the hood and fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights. This ranges from $895 - $1,195.
For full front coverage: This includes the entire hood and front fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights. This ranges from $1,895 - $2,195.
In addition to the full front coverage, the rocker panels are another great place to install for maximum protection.
I have provided a link to installers in the Chicago area. If you have any questions feel free to contact us.
Chicago Installers
I have attached some information about general pricing to get your vehicle done. Depending on where you live and what type of vehicle you have, the price can vary.
For a partial front end: This includes 18-24” up the hood and fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights. This ranges from $895 - $1,195.
For full front coverage: This includes the entire hood and front fenders, front bumper, mirrors and sometimes headlights. This ranges from $1,895 - $2,195.
In addition to the full front coverage, the rocker panels are another great place to install for maximum protection.
I have provided a link to installers in the Chicago area. If you have any questions feel free to contact us.
Chicago Installers
06-29-2017, 08:14 AM
#7
Safety Car
06-29-2017, 08:57 PM
#8
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
Member Since: Sep 2012
Location: LaGrange Park, IL IL
Posts: 2,308
Received 158 Likes
on
131 Posts
St. Jude Donor '13, '15
Thanks to all here who replied, my dad contacted Andy and has an appointment on the 10th. Very fair prices and my dad was impressed with Andy's level of communication and welcoming nature. He's very excited for his new to him car and after the Weathertech gift card I got him for Father's Day, he can't wait to have the clear guard installed.