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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses
Worse? I wouldn't think so. Whatever the paint looks like underneath, it will (semi) permanently look like; hence the desire to have LESS flawed paint before application.
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Understood, and like I said, I totally understand why some folks would want it done to perfection, but wanted to make sure I'm not missing something. I guess my point is that given, to me, my paint is not flawed and I'm quite happy with it, what is the harm doing it without all the extra dollars to get to some state that I don't see a need for? Could it look better, probably. Is it worth the cost to me to get it there, probably not given I'm satisfied now.
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Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses
TLC Dave quoted me a REASONABLE price for the application, new car prep, interior detail, and debadging. Not near $1000, but closer to a hood and fender clear-bra install. Is it worth it to me? Yes. Not only does my actual paint get corrected, but it gets a coating that allows me to wash (which I hate doing!) and maintain that finish with far less maintenance if I didn't have the coating.
I also bought a car cover because I park outside, along with a sunshade. So I might be a tad OCD. I just want this car to stay looking fresh, unlike my WRX, which I inherited with the paint flawed.
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And to me, if I was going to spend the money for one or the other, I'd rather spend it on something that will protect from chipping rather than something that protects the shine. If I paid the same for Opticoat I'd regret it the first time a stone takes a chip out of the paint.
Honestly, I've never had a car with either, and don't feel I've really suffered because of it. I realize I'll probably live to regret that statement...
Different strokes... :happy0180: