PPF and Ceramic. Has anyone else done this and how's it going? (1 Viewer)

[TheDude247]

Howdy y'all! New 2026 GX550 Premium + coming to Atlanta in March 2026. Incognito / Saddle tan.

I'm thinking about a professionally installed PPF on forward-facing surfaces (front bumper, headlight, hood, side mirror etc), then having a ceramic treatment applied on top of that.
Also going to have the windows IR heat treatment tint(?) protection.

*Has anyone else done the PPF and Ceramic treatments, and how are you liking the results? Good idea or regrets? What else (alternative) do you recommend?

Thanks for the info & peace be with you!

 

[GoGetIt]

mine is in the shop right now getting STEK gloss ppf. 100% coverage. He’s going to ceramic over it but he also said the PPF also has hydrophobic properties. My first time doing this so I’m sure I’ll learn from my first attempt. I’ll pick it up Sunday and share pics and thoughts.

 

[serbiansizzle]

I have done full front PPF and don’t regret it as it’s saved me a few times already.

There are a few threads on ppf on this site and don’t think anyone regrets it besides the potentially cost associated. It’s also not something where I would cheap out and who does the work on it. Make sure it’s a reputable place with a good warranty.

Ceramic is something that I can personally live without. I really like taking care of my own car and use Griots three in one ceramic wax. While it doesn’t offer the long-term staying power of ceramic, I would rather put that money into something else and touch up every 6 months.

If you’ve got the disposal income, I don’t think you can go wrong with either, but I would definitely prioritize PPF over ceramic

 

[serbiansizzle]

I have done full front PPF and don’t regret it as it’s saved me a few times already.

There are a few threads on ppf on this site and don’t think anyone regrets it besides the potentially cost associated. It’s also not something where I would cheap out and who does the work on it. Make sure it’s a reputable place with a good warranty.

Ceramic is something that I can personally live without. I really like taking care of my own car and use Griots three in one ceramic wax. While it doesn’t offer the long-term staying power of ceramic, I would rather put that money into something else and touch up every 6 months.

If you’ve got the disposal income, I don’t think you can go wrong with either, but I would definitely prioritize PPF over ceramic

Is PPF worth it? Hell YES!

The hood was nailed by a rock going down the interstate. Thank goodness it was protected. For those debating on getting your GX PPF’ed, it’s worth it. PPF did its job….

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To PPF or not to PPF

I’ve never had PPF on a vehicle. I’m seeing lots of posts about PPF. I just took possession of my 2024 OT+. I doubt if I’ll do much (if any) off-roading. I just liked the look of the OT, no third row, and the bigger tires. So, do I need PPF? The car came with a dealer installed graphene/ceramic...

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PPF / Tints / Ceramic progress

Basically drove from the dealer to a detail shop for: 1. Clear PPF on front 3 panels 2. Black gloss PPF on pillars and side roof 3. 70% tint on windshield and back side windows, 45% tint on front side windows 4. Xpel windshield protection 5. Ceramic overtop (maybe even the undercarriage)...

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Competed: PPF, Tints, Ceramic and Windshield Protection

Just got reunited with my Nori Green Lux+. 1.) Clear PPF applied to front 3 panels, mirrors and headlights 2.) Gloss black PPF to the side of roof and pillars 3.) Ceramic overtop whole car 4.) 70% tints everywhere but the front side windows which are 45% to maintain good nighttime visibility...

www.lexusgxforum.com

 

[GoGetIt]

I have done full front PPF and don’t regret it as it’s saved me a few times already.

There are a few threads on ppf on this site and don’t think anyone regrets it besides the potentially cost associated. It’s also not something where I would cheap out and who does the work on it. Make sure it’s a reputable place with a good warranty.

Ceramic is something that I can personally live without. I really like taking care of my own car and use Griots three in one ceramic wax. While it doesn’t offer the long-term staying power of ceramic, I would rather put that money into something else and touch up every 6 months.

If you’ve got the disposal income, I don’t think you can go wrong with either, but I would definitely prioritize PPF over ceramic

I agree, I wouldn’t have gone with ceramic if the price wasnt right, can always come back to that later if I change my mind. Same with tinting, I have never had a tinted vehicle so I’ll save that for another day to spread the cost out a bit. Then again, we will see how I feel when I pick it up.

 

[TheDude247]

mine is in the shop right now getting STEK gloss ppf. 100% coverage. He’s going to ceramic over it but he also said the PPF also has hydrophobic properties. My first time doing this so I’m sure I’ll learn from my first attempt. I’ll pick it up Sunday and share pics and thoughts.

That's great! Yes / looking forward to your pictures ++