20/07/2026
"Ceramic coated" doesn't always mean "professionally protected."
This GTR came to me after being ceramic coated around 4 years ago, and it's a perfect example of why I would never apply a ceramic coating outdoors.
The coating was littered with high spots, patchiness and smudges that had cured into the paint. White paint is hard enough to inspect under proper studio lighting—trying to achieve a flawless coating on a driveway is asking for trouble.
A ceramic coating is only as good as the preparation and application. The product alone doesn't guarantee quality.
For this GTR, the process included:
✔️ Full decontamination wash & clay bar treatment
✔️ Rear arch PPF removal
✔️ Machine polishing throughout, with heavier correction to remove stubborn ceramic coating high spots
✔️ Panel wipe to remove all polishing oils
✔️ Professional application of a 5-year ceramic coating
There's a reason some ceramic coatings fail, look patchy, or leave customers disappointed. More often than not, it's not the coating—it's the person applying it.
At VII Car Care, I don't chase volume or sell gimmicks. I take the time to do the job properly, because quality will always outlast shortcuts.
Quality over quantity. Every single time.
📍Based in Eastleigh, Hampshire
🎉 To celebrate new clients, I'm currently offering 10% OFF all detailing packages for a limited time. If you've been thinking about giving your car the treatment it deserves, now's the perfect opportunity.
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