Ceramics, ceramics and more ceramics.

[Richard S.]

I recently had my 60' wet sanded with 2000 grit and decided to apply a coat of protective wax. What I found at the Auto Zone was ceramic car wash, ceramic detailer and ceramic waxes not to mention the $1000 plus dealer applied ceramic coatings. I know nothing about ceramic coatings would like to know what all of the hoopla surrounding ceramics is about. In the end I applied Meguiar's Ultimate liquid wax and would like to follow up with another coating, any suggestions?

[Frank D.]

Re: Ceramics, ceramics and more ceramics.

There are only about 10,,000 youtube videos discussing the over-hyped buzzword "ceramic"...
Most of the stuff is glorified sealant, NONE of them guarantee total protection from scratches and many of them will create a "glazed ham" finish on modern paints that looks nothing like the factory original paint. Some claim the coatings will shed water better and longer than most traditional waxes as one benefit.

I got a professional quote of $750 to ceramic coat my split window (the paint is already a 10+) from a mobile detailer working across the street from me and I just laughed it off.

What folks should really ask themselves are what their expectations are vis a vis benefits of spending this kind of money:

Greater protection ?
Easier car washes ?
Shinier finish ?
Slicker water shedding ?

I don't see any of these being a huge "bang for the buck" for our pampered, occasionally driven, classic cars.

[Jeffrey S.]

Re: Ceramics, ceramics and more ceramics.

I received a bottle of Meguires "Ultimate Waterless Wash & Wax" as a gift for participating in a show a couple of years ago. The stuff is really good! My 69 and my 51 Chevy have basecoat/clearcoat paint and this product gives both a great shine and is glass smooth. Once this bottle is gone I will absolutely purchase more.
Jeff

[Richard S.]

Re: Ceramics, ceramics and more ceramics.

Thanks for the recommendation, always liked Meguiers products.