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Paint condition is everything
A coating is transparent, it amplifies whatever's underneath. Fresh paint needs less prep. Paint with swirls, water etching, or oxidation needs genuine correction first, not a one-step polish that hides defects.
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Ceramic coating is a clear, glass-like layer that chemically bonds to the clearcoat. It adds hydrophobic behaviour, UV resistance, and chemical protection that a traditional wax can't match. It doesn't stop rock chips. That's PPF's job.
The headline price is a poor guide. A $600 ceramic on swirl-heavy paint is worse value than a $1,800 coating on corrected paint, because ceramics lock in whatever's underneath. Most of the cost is prep labour, not the bottle.
What to look for
What separates a good ceramic coating job from a bad one
The differences between quotes usually come down to a few things. None are visible on day one, and all show up later.
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Decontamination before correction
Iron fallout, tar, and bonded contaminants have to come off with chemical decontamination and clay before anyone touches a polisher. Quotes that skip this step aren't doing the job.
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Garage vs daily outside
UV, bird droppings and industrial fallout degrade coatings faster. A coating on a garaged car can last its warranty; the same coating on a car parked in the sun needs realistic expectations.
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Maintenance is part of the value
Coatings last longer when washed correctly, pH-neutral soap, two-bucket method, clean microfibre. Budget for a maintenance detail every 6–12 months.
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Warranty conditions
Manufacturer warranties usually require approved installers, registered application, and annual inspections. Read the fine print before paying for 9-year claims.
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Typical pricing
What does ceramic coating cost in Australia?
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Entry-level coating (1–2 year)
$400–$800
What’s included
Wash, decontamination, single-stage polish, coating application. Consumer-grade product.
When this fits
Newer car, minimal defects, short-term ownership.
Mid-tier coating (3–5 year)
$900–$1,800
What’s included
Clay, iron decontamination, 1-stage correction, pro-grade coating with 3+ year manufacturer warranty.
When this fits
Daily driver you plan to keep, paint in decent condition.
Pro-grade coating (5–9 year)
$1,800–$3,500
What’s included
2-stage paint correction, decontamination, flagship coating (Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra, Ceramic Pro 9H, IGL Kenzo), sometimes wheel + glass + interior coatings included.
When this fits
Long-term keeper, show-quality finish expectations.
Show-car multi-layer
$3,000–$6,000+
What’s included
3-stage correction, multiple coating layers, exhaust + trim + wheel coatings, annual maintenance plan.
When this fits
Collector cars, concours, or paint-perfect builds.
Quotes well below the entry tier usually skip prep work or use lower-grade product. Quotes above the premium tier are worth asking why. Use this as a fairness check, not a bargain hunt.
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What affects your quote
What affects your quote
A few factors do most of the work. Use them to decode why two quotes for “the same job” can be hundreds apart.
Paint condition & correction needed
The single biggest cost driver. A swirl-free new car might need 2 hours of prep; a neglected 5-year-old car might need 2 days.
Coating tier
Warranty length is a proxy for chemistry. 9H-rated flagship coatings cost 3–5x more than entry products, which shows in longevity.
Vehicle size
4WDs and utes have 40–60% more surface area than sedans. Expect a proportional price increase at every tier.
Complementary coatings
Wheel, glass, interior fabric, and leather coatings add $150–$600 each but can be bundled.
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Brands you’ll see
Leading ceramic coating brands
Brand and product names you’re likely to see in quotes.
Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra
9H, 9-year manufacturer warranty, only applied by accredited detailers.
Ceramic Pro 9H
Multi-layer system with a structured warranty program.
GYEON MOHS+
Popular pro-only coating, 5-year lifespan.
IGL Kenzo
8H, bundled with Poly Primer for deeper chemical bond.
CQuartz Professional (CarPro)
Long-standing pro coating, widely installed.
Kamikaze Collection ZiPang
Japanese-made, popular for optical clarity and gloss.
System X Diamond
Well-distributed pro coating with a structured dealer network.
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