The first question almost every client asks us is what a ceramic coating costs. It is a fair question, and the honest answer is that there is no single figure. Two identical cars can carry very different price tags depending on what the paintwork needs before a single drop of coating goes on. Below we have set out exactly what shapes the number so you know what you are paying for.
Ceramic Coating Cost
Ceramic Coating Packages
We offer Modesta ceramic coatings, known for their superior hardness, durability, and hydrophobic properties, providing long-lasting protection and easy maintenance for your vehicle. Proper surface preparation ensures optimal performance.
Modesta 2-3 Year Paint Protection
Modesta BC04, entry grade coating offering hydrophobic properties, high levels of gloss and simple maintenance.
From £999 + VAT
Modesta 4-5 Year Paint Protection
Modesta BCX, their top teir coating offering unrivalled gloss and hydrophobic properites, more durable and resistant.
From £1299 + VAT
Alloy Wheel Ceramic Coating
A sprayable alloy wheel coating, applied by gun to ensure thorough coverage on the most intricate of wheels. This will make the arduous task of cleaning your wheels quicker and easier through its hydrophobic properties.
£299 + VAT
Exterior Glass Ceramic Coating
Modesta Glass coating adds a highly repellent barrier to the surface of your glass which will improve visibility in wet weather driving and help reduce wiper blade wear.
£199 + VAT
Leather Coating
A two tier coating, Modesta LPS adds a protective barrier to the surface of your leather, preventing dirt and grime engraining into the leather pores making cleaning and maintenance easier. The top coat will help reduce physical wear on the leather too.
£249 + VAT
Fabric Coating (including convertible roofs)
Suitable for both interiors and convertible tops, this fabric coating will add a hydrophobic barrier to the surface of the fabric reducing the impacts of spillages and preventing dirt and grime causing discolouration.
From £199 + VAT
What Drives the Price of a Ceramic Coating
Several things influence your final quote:
- The condition of your paintwork. A brand new car needs far less work than a three year old daily driver covered in swirl marks. Correction is charged separately from the coating itself.
- The size and shape of your vehicle. A large SUV takes considerably longer to polish and coat than a compact hatchback, and awkward panels add hours.
- The coating you choose. We are certified Modesta installers and also work with Titan. Different products carry different durability, gloss characteristics and price points.
- How many surfaces you want protected. Paintwork is the starting point. Wheels, glass, leather, fabric and exterior trim can all be coated as well.
- The level of correction required. Our detailing packages start from £300 plus VAT for a Mini Detail, £750 plus VAT for an Enhancement Detail and £995 plus VAT for a full Paint Correction Detail. The coating application is quoted on top of these.
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Why Preparation Costs More Than the Coating
This is the part the industry rarely talks about. A ceramic coating locks in whatever is underneath it. Apply one over swirled, marred paint and you have simply sealed those defects in place for the next few years.
Most of the time and cost in any coating job sits in the preparation. Decontamination, clay bar work, machine polishing across multiple stages, panel wipe downs and inspection under our custom built lighting all happen before the coating goes near the car. That is where the transformation comes from, and it is why a cheap coating quote is usually a warning sign rather than a bargain.
What Your Investment Actually Buys
A properly applied coating gives you years of protection rather than months. You get genuine UV resistance, real hydrophobic behaviour that makes washing quicker and safer, resistance to chemical etching from bird lime and fallout, and a depth of gloss that holds up long after a wax would have failed.
There is also the resale side of things. Paintwork that has been protected and maintained properly holds its condition, and that shows when the time comes to sell or trade in.
Every client also leaves with proper aftercare guidance from us. We would rather spend twenty minutes explaining how to look after your coating than have you undo our work at the local jet wash.
Get a Firm Quote for Your Car
We do not price coatings blind. Send us a few photos or bring the car to our Paddock Wood studio and we will inspect the paint properly, talk you through the options and give you a clear figure with no surprises. Call 01892 833019 or drop us a line at enquiries@detaildriven.co.uk and let us have a look at what we are working with.