Leather & High Gloss Protective Coating
02-11-2005, 12:32 PM
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As most dealers do, mine is "suggesting" an aftermarket company to put on a High Gloss Protective Coating on the paint and Leather Protection on the inside ...
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed! Thanks in advance
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed! Thanks in advance
02-11-2005, 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Canada545' date='Feb 11 2005, 02:32 PM
As most dealers do, mine is "suggesting" an aftermarket company to put on a High Gloss Protective Coating on the paint and Leather Protection on the inside ...
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed!? Thanks in advance
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed!? Thanks in advance
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I personally would avoid the middle man and head to your favorite high-end detail shop if you are concerned about your vehicle's appearance. Let them know where you park it, how you drive it, etc... and they can inform you of the services they offer. They should be much more reasonable and I would be willing to bet do a better job. Get references for the detail shop you choose.
02-11-2005, 02:34 PM
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My Ride: '05 545i, silver gray, black leather with anthracite maple wood, sport package, premium sound, navigation, cold weather package, electric rear sunshade, folding rear seat, satellite radio prep, PIAA 4150K fogs, red rear reflectors, hardwired Valentine One
Originally Posted by Canada545' date='Feb 11 2005, 01:32 PM
As most dealers do, mine is "suggesting" an aftermarket company to put on a High Gloss Protective Coating on the paint and Leather Protection on the inside ...
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed!? Thanks in advance
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed!? Thanks in advance
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02-11-2005, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Canada545' date='Feb 11 2005, 02:32 PM
As most dealers do, mine is "suggesting" an aftermarket company to put on a High Gloss Protective Coating on the paint and Leather Protection on the inside ...
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed!? Thanks in advance
I have always thought this is was waste of money ... your feedback is needed!? Thanks in advance
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02-11-2005, 03:52 PM
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My Ride: MY 2004 545i; April build; 6 speed; silver grey metalic; black leather; poplar; sport package; cold weather; active steering; xenons .
This stuff serves only one purpose: it lines your dealer's pockets with gold. New car finishes are extremely durable and require only a little bit of care and common sense. If you avoid damaging the finish when you wash the car, and keep it reasonably clean, it should look good for many years. Leather seating should be cleaned with mild cleaners and need little or no other attention. Reputable dealers do not peddle the crap your dealer is trying to sell to you. By the way, did they offer you rustproof undercoating?
02-11-2005, 04:02 PM
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Sadly I did get this pitch from my sales guy at the 11th hour when I got my car too. He was polite about it but I still thought it was below us both. My reply was "well, you're welcome to add it on but I'm not paying a nickle beyond what we've already agreed." His reply was "but it costs x dollars..." and my reply was "it doesn't cost me anything, but if you want to pay for it, feel free".
Supposedly he did. I know I didn't.
Supposedly he did. I know I didn't.
02-11-2005, 04:03 PM
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My Ride: MY05 545i Jet Black with Auburn interior. SMG, Logic7, Sport Package, Comfort Seats, Navigation.
My business partner got the $350 5 year clearcoat protection. The guy came to our office and I saw how he does it. A simpler way to describe it would be "An expensive car wash" no more, no less.
Don't get it. Give it to me and I'll wash and wax your car for $300 dollars
Don't get it. Give it to me and I'll wash and wax your car for $300 dollars
02-12-2005, 06:21 AM
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My Ride: '05 530i, Premium, Steptronic, Logic7, Silver grey-black leather. Build date 12/7/04.
Modern day snake oil. Can actually do harm.
02-12-2005, 06:34 AM
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Originally Posted by dfndr' date='Feb 11 2005, 06:52 PM
This stuff serves only one purpose: it lines your dealer's pockets with gold.? New car finishes are extremely durable and require only a little bit of care and common sense.? If you avoid damaging the finish when you wash the car, and keep it reasonably clean, it should look good for many years.? Leather seating should be cleaned with mild cleaners and need little or no other attention.? Reputable dealers do not peddle the crap your dealer is trying to sell to you.? By the way, did they offer you rustproof undercoating?
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