tanner83 Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Getting ready to take delivery of my MKZ and dealership is offering paint sealant? Is this a scam? Did anyone else get this option??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serraph Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 (edited) Getting ready to take delivery of my MKZ and dealership is offering paint sealant? Is this a scam? Did anyone else get this option??? Don't need it, there is a page some where not on BoN that lists things they will try to get you to pay more. Will try to look it up. Found it, http://money.msn.com/car-buying/7-things-car-dealers-want-you-to-buy-mainstreet.aspx?cp-documentid=6849147 Edited March 10, 2013 by Serraph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanner83 Posted March 10, 2013 Author Share Posted March 10, 2013 Don't need it, there is a page some where not on BoN that lists things they will try to get you to pay more. Will try to look it up. Found it, http://money.msn.com/car-buying/7-things-car-dealers-want-you-to-buy-mainstreet.aspx?cp-documentid=6849147 Thanks man good enough for me A big no thank you on that option Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coyote Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 You will find a zillion opinions on this topic. I would not pay a dealer. When I get a new car, the only thing I go through the dealer for is window tint. They typically use a local shop with minimal dealer mark up and then I can take it back to the dealer if there is a problem with it. For new paint, I clean the car again by hand then use a very light clay bar. I do not polish new clear coat. I then seal it with a product called rejex. Rejex takes 12 hours to cure. It tells you that wax is not required but I prefer a deeper look so add a layer of pure carnuba wax. http://www.rejex.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hermans Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 (edited) I got it only because of where my wife works. It's next to an Agway and their mulch along with everything else they leave out blows around. Edited March 10, 2013 by hermans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgman Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Is this 1970? Paint sealant and undercarriage protector? Not in my lifetime. I'll throw on a nice coat of wax after a month or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hermans Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 To each his own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Is this 1970? Paint sealant and undercarriage protector? Not in my lifetime. I'll throw on a nice coat of wax after a month or so. Modern paint sealants actually work better and last longer than regular wax. It's not worth what the dealers charge but as a product they're very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iiari Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Modern paint sealants actually work better and last longer than regular wax. It's not worth what the dealers charge but as a product they're very good. How much longer do they last, and if you don't have dealers do it, who does do that kind of work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgman Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Modern paint sealants actually work better and last longer than regular wax. It's not worth what the dealers charge but as a product they're very good. Yes, but $15 and 45 minutes done right by me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serraph Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Yes, but $15 and 45 minutes done right by me. Sounds good, I will bring mine over when you're done with yours. :happy feet: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 How much longer do they last, and if you don't have dealers do it, who does do that kind of work? A wax generally lasts a couple of months. Sealants can last 6 months to 1 year (more or less). Nothing lasts more than about a year from what I've heard. Any detailer or any car wash that offers waxing will usually have sealants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galangg Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Yes, but $15 and 45 minutes done right by me. I'd make a mess of it if I tried it by myself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serraph Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 (edited) Just saw this advertised some where and I looked it up. Has any one heard of this before? I've seen something similar like this offered by Lexus but that was for the handles, door guards, and wheel well area but this one was made for MKZ. Have a look. Darn, they don't have a price listing for it yet. It's not available on their website yet. I think it's a DIY kit. Edited March 18, 2013 by Serraph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanner83 Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 Just saw this advertised some where and I looked it up. Has any one heard of this before? I've seen something similar like this offered by Lexus but that was for the handles, door guards, and wheel well area but this one was made for MKZ. Have a look. Darn, they don't have a price listing for it yet. It's not available on their website yet. I think it's a DIY kit. Isn't this a Car Bra..... The folks that did my tinting tried to sell me one for like 700.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMSgt B Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I had that done on our Panamera (Hood, mirrors,bumper, side panels, front roof area) and it was a paint saver. I'll probably have it done again on the MKZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serraph Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 I had that done on our Panamera (Hood, mirrors,bumper, side panels, front roof area) and it was a paint saver. I'll probably have it done again on the MKZ Looks really neat, I don't like that black bra on the front at all but the clear coat seems good and durable. That should keep flying things from making a scratch/dent on the car. Just need it to update with MKZ prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMSgt B Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Looks really neat, I don't like that black bra on the front at all but the clear coat seems good and durable. That should keep flying things from making a scratch/dent on the car. Just need it to update with MKZ prices. http://www.clearbra-kits.com/store/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=4614 just found this....don't know anything about this company but gets you some prices to look at Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serraph Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 http://www.clearbra-kits.com/store/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=4614 just found this....don't know anything about this company but gets you some prices to look at Wow thanks. lol I wonder if I can turn that bespoke hotel reservation into a gift card and use it on these. That would be much better. I didn't like anything offered for their gifts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowfatdog Posted June 16, 2013 Share Posted June 16, 2013 We got the paint sealant and interior coverage on our 2013 MKZ from the dealership. I liked the other features also covered. You get 2 other times to bring the vehicle in to get it completely detailed inside and out and they apply another coat of the sealant. This is good for 4 years from purchase. They also send you a box to use on your own. They cover the interior of the vehicle also against stains, cuts and cigarette holes. I liked the idea of them covering dings in the doors also. This does happen in our area and they cover dings free of charge. If they are over a certain size then they do charge. I am sure not everyone will like paying the extra money but I liked everything they will cover and for the price I thought it was affordable. We got a black vehicle and it does clean up very easily compared to the test drive one we used. It seems like you can just rinse the vehicle off and it looks presentable now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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