Z-Shield Paint Protection Film by Ziebart-Anyone using it?

Shredzy · August 21, 2015

I have been looking into having some paint protection film installed on my Sierra and have found that Ziebart offers their Z-Shield PPF which has a lifetime warranty.

Has anyone had experience with this product?

Other local installers use 3M or Titan films. Closest Xpel installer is 2 hours away.

caledoniadude · September 6, 2015

There is so many scams paint protection magic coatings that after market company's here in the salt belt WI. I laughed. All you are paying for is sales hype if you want to take care of your paint wash and wax regular light buff clay as needed save your money. I comment on this topic with a background in automotive collision and refinishing professional. PM me if you need help

Shredzy · September 6, 2015

caledoniadude, the z-shield from Ziebart is clear protective film, like 3M clear bra, Xpel,etc., not some miracle paint sealant-which Ziebart also sells, think it is called Diamond Gloss.

My previous truck, an '06 Silverado had regular washing, twice a year clay bar & hand wax by me and looked as new.

The clear film has my attention as the design of the new trucks, specifically the GMC, is hard to find a decent hood shield that doesn't attach with 2-sided tape and or clips.

karlmg · September 7, 2015

I recommend Suntek or Xpel because of their great self-healing property.

POS VETT · September 7, 2015

My installer has seen several clear bra installations by his local Ziebart; the film used always seemed decent, but craftmanship was very poor due to sliced paint, jaggy seam lines, and short coverage among other things. The film quality is only one part of the equation. You can always ask for a sample/showcase vehicle and see it yourself. My installer uses my truck and cars as his showcase when his own is unavailable.

Shredzy · September 7, 2015

I had a chance to see the Ziebart shop owners truck that he had their film on, the film itself looked to be clear, no "orange peel" look to it.

What turned me off is the install, they didn't have the film positioned close to the edge, like on the hood where you'd wanted closer to the edge it was up almost a 1/4" and not straight along the leading edge, same on the fender tips.

I pointed this out and they said "yes, it could have been positioned better"-really, having product installed on a vehicle incorrectly that you show people?

Next is longevity of any of these films, even with a 10 yr. warranty, how long will they hold up for a vehicle that is normally outside 24/7 year-round in all types of weather-would it actually need to be re-done say in 5 years? Also have read where if left on up to or longer than the warranty period, could pose issues on removal & damage to the paint.