Paint detailing.

[Mrgolde]

Hey guys, so I just bought a red 2019 GMC Sierra and I wanted to get your opinion on this.  I didn’t get any of the extra paint protection from the dealer and I wanted to know if any of you would suggest getting the truck detailed and having a good wax done on it?  I want to protect the paint and have it looking good for as long as I can.  I just wanted to know how to start off on the right track from the more experienced guys.

[BringTheRain403]

Yes get a ceramic coating put on by a professional detailer. Don't take it to the dealership.

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[econometrics]

I didn't get anything put on my RST, but I don't plan to own it for more than 5 years. 

 

However, a lot of guys here use Xpel: https://www.xpel.com

[BringTheRain403]

You don't want to PPF your entire truck. That'd cost $2500-$3000. If the front bumper is painted definitely PPF that but ceramic coating the rest should be more than enough. I paid $1050 for a 5 year ceramic coating, paint correction, and PPF on my front bumper. Definitely worth it.

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[Denali34]

X2 PPF and Ceramic Coating. Considering how much these trucks are, worth the tiny investment to make sure it looks good for years to come.

[NeverCold]

I use the Klasse twins about once a year and wash it when its really filthy and use ultimate spray wax while drying the car. My last car was dark gray (nearly black) and looked new when I sold it.  I keep my interior clean with Klasse cleaner protectant.

 

My wifes car gets washed once every 6 months with a wash&wax.  Paint still shines for the 3 days a year its clean, its 10 years old.  The interior of that vehicle gets a bunch of simple green and the shop vac.

 

The biggest thing, I never take it through a car wash. I'll have a dirty car before I take it through a car wash.