Gleamworks

Ford Ceramic Coating

Gleamworks is at 5-8855 Laurel Street in Marpole, off Oak Street near Marine Drive. We have protected 2,000+ cars over nine years, and we can inspect the paint on your F-150, Bronco, Mustang, Explorer, or Lightning before we set the scope of work. Call 604-789-0762 to book an assessment. Bring the car in clean if you can, and point out any spots, chips, or wash marks you want us to assess. We will tell you where coating makes sense and where film is the better spend.
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WHAT IS CERAMIC COATING?

Start with the panel map. Across the F-150, Bronco, Mustang, Explorer, and Lightning, the front bumper, hood edge, mirrors, rocker panels, lower doors, and loading edge collect the first road marks. That does not make every panel a film job. Ford ceramic coating is a liquid layer set over cleaned paint. It helps dirt release more easily and adds a thin, hard sacrificial layer that resists light marring. It will not stop a stone chip or end washing. Vancouver records measurable precipitation on 169.5 days each year. Water sits on horizontal panels, then dries into mineral spots, especially in shaded parking. We map the paint first, then quote coating alone or film on the exposed hit areas. Choose coating for whole-car wash care, and add film where impacts are the main risk.
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WHY TO CHOOSE PREMIUM COATING?

Price depends on paint condition and size, not just the badge. Our published five-year coating work runs from $1,200–$2,500 installed. That works out to $300–$550 a year. Repeat one-year products run $600–$1,200 a year and last 9–18 months. A low quote can leave out the step that decides how the coating looks: paint correction. We correct paint in-house before we apply CQuartz Professional, Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra, Revivify, or a graphene coating. Machine polishing removes swirl marks, spider-webbing, and oxidation first. A coating would otherwise seal their look under its surface. The work matters after a wet winter, when dried deposits and wash marks show up in side light. A panel repaint at a Metro Vancouver body shop typically falls in the range of $600–$1,500. Compare the written prep steps with the coating term before you compare the final price.

CERAMIC COATINGS BENEFITS

Coating changes the upkeep, not the paint beneath it. It gives wash water and grime less to cling to, so regular cleaning takes less effort. It also helps limit light wash marring. That matters when April and May pollen, cedar sap, and June cottonwood fluff end up on a Ford parked outside. Do not rub dry dust from the paint; rinse it away before you wash the car. If you are comparing Ceramic coating Ford work, ask what happens before the bottle is opened. We inspect the paint, correct it in-house where needed, then coat the cleaned surface. Ford detailing at Gleamworks can also include wheel and glass coatings, window tint, interior steam cleaning, and ozone odour removal while the car is here. On Cypress Mountain access roads, sand and salt still strike rockers and lower doors. A coating helps wash those panels, but it cannot absorb impact like paint protection film. The benefit is less buildup and less polishing, not damage immunity. For chip-prone areas, use film and keep the coating for the rest of the paint.

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PRICING FOR Ford

PREMIUM ELITE

Premium Package

Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra

Standard

  • Made in the UK. A super‑slick, ultra‑gloss finish achieved through a multi‑step, 2‑day process:
  • Car wash – removes road grime
  • Chemical decontamination – removes brake dust, tar, waxes, sealants, oxidation, etc.
  • Paint polishing – corrects light scratches and swirl marks
  • All paintwork, chrome, plastic, and metal covered with Crystal Serum Ultra
  • 1 layer of Gtechniq EXOv4 applied on top for extra hydrophobic properties

$1699

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  • Made in the UK. A super‑slick, ultra‑gloss finish achieved through a multi‑step, 2‑day process:
  • Car wash – removes road grime
  • Chemical decontamination – removes brake dust, tar, waxes, sealants, oxidation, etc.
  • Paint polishing – corrects light scratches and swirl marks
  • All paintwork, chrome, plastic, and metal covered with Crystal Serum Ultra
  • 1 layer of Gtechniq EXOv4 applied on top for extra hydrophobic properties

$1899

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  • Made in the UK. A super‑slick, ultra‑gloss finish achieved through a multi‑step, 2‑day process:
  • Car wash – removes road grime
  • Chemical decontamination – removes brake dust, tar, waxes, sealants, oxidation, etc.
  • Paint polishing – corrects light scratches and swirl marks
  • All paintwork, chrome, plastic, and metal covered with Crystal Serum Ultra
  • 1 layer of Gtechniq EXOv4 applied on top for extra hydrophobic properties

$2099

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ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

Wheels coating – $400

Glass coating – $199

Interior protection – $299

* Official warranty and eligible for ICBC claims for reapplication if car accidents occur.

** Vehicles must be clean prior to service. Car wash is an additional $50.

*** Prices listed are estimates. Please book a free assessment for an accurate estimate.

Elite Package

CarPro CQuartz Professional

Standard

  • Process needs 2 – 3 days to get the following steps done:
  • All exterior and interior surfaces cleaned and decontaminated
  • Paint Correction for Added Depth, Light Swirl Removal
  • 1 layer of CarPro gloss enhancement primer applied to all painted surfaces
  • 2 layers of C.Quartz Professional – Applied to all Painted and Metal Surfaces including Wheels (front facing)
  • 1 layer of C.Quartz DLUX – Applied to all Exterior Plastic Surfaces
  • 1 layer of Silica sealant to all surfaces

$1699

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  • Process needs 2 – 3 days to get the following steps done:
  • All exterior and interior surfaces cleaned and decontaminated
  • Paint Correction for Added Depth, Light Swirl Removal
  • 1 layer of CarPro gloss enhancement primer applied to all painted surfaces
  • 2 layers of C.Quartz Professional – Applied to all Painted and Metal Surfaces including Wheels (front facing)
  • 1 layer of C.Quartz DLUX – Applied to all Exterior Plastic Surfaces
  • 1 layer of Silica sealant to all surfaces

$1899

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  • Process needs 2 – 3 days to get the following steps done:
  • All exterior and interior surfaces cleaned and decontaminated
  • Paint Correction for Added Depth, Light Swirl Removal
  • 1 layer of CarPro gloss enhancement primer applied to all painted surfaces
  • 2 layers of C.Quartz Professional – Applied to all Painted and Metal Surfaces including Wheels (front facing)
  • 1 layer of C.Quartz DLUX – Applied to all Exterior Plastic Surfaces
  • 1 layer of Silica sealant to all surfaces

$2099

GET A QUOTE

If your car is an extension of yourself and you want something exceptional, choose CarPro. This is our most comprehensive correction, detailing, and protection package — delivered by certified professionals at a limited number of approved centres. The C.Quartz Professional package gives you complete care plus guidance on maintenance routines that can extend protection for up to 10 years.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

CQuartz leather ceramic coating

Upholstery and Carpets Protection with CQuartz Fabric

* Official warranty and eligible for ICBC claims for reapplication if car accidents occur.

** Vehicles must be clean prior to service. Car wash is an additional $50.

*** Prices listed are estimates. Please book a free assessment for an accurate estimate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

IS CERAMIC COATING WORTH IT?
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CERAMIC COATING FOR CARS?
BREAKING DOWN THE COST OF CERAMIC COATING 2022

FAQ

Book Your Ceramic Coating Today – Protect Your Investment for the Next Years.

How much does Ford ceramic coating cost?

$600–$2,200 is the installed range for a Ford sedan or compact. SUVs and crossovers run $1,000–$2,800, while full-size trucks run $1,300–$3,200. The final price depends on vehicle size, paint condition, correction needed, and whether you choose a 1-, 5-, 7-, or 9-year coating.

Is dealer ceramic coating worth it for Ford?

Usually, no, unless the dealer gives you a clear written scope for prep, product, coverage, and aftercare. Dealer packages often list a coating, but may not include machine polishing to remove swirls and oxidation. Gleamworks corrects paint in house before coating. Any price gap should buy documented prep and a coating term you can verify.

What are Ford ceramic coating downsides?

The real drawbacks are cost, prep time, and limits. A coating is not scratch-proof, and it will not stop a stone chip from damaging a Ford F-150 hood or bumper. Poor prep can lock in swirls, water spots, and paint defects beneath the coating. A cheap install with weak prep can look worse than leaving sound paint alone.

How long does Ford ceramic coating last?

Expect 9–18 months from a 1-year coating, 3–5 years from a 5-year option, 5–7 years from a 7-year option, and up to 9 years with maintenance from the longest option. Abrasive washing, dirty mitts, road salt, sap, and skipped washes shorten its working life. Garage parking and careful washing help it last.

What ruins a Ford ceramic coating?

Abrasive tunnel brushes, dirty wash mitts, harsh polishing compounds, and leaving sap or bird droppings on the paint will wear a coating down. Strong cleaners used too often can also reduce water behaviour. Do not treat the coating as a substitute for washing. Remove grime early, rinse wheel wells after winter driving, and use clean wash tools.

Can I wash a ceramic-coated Ford?

Yes, hand washing is the safest choice, and a touchless wash is generally fine between proper washes. Avoid brush tunnels because their bristles can add light marring and hold grit from other cars. A pressure washer is safe when you keep the nozzle moving and do not hold it close to one spot. Use clean towels for drying.

Is ceramic coating worth it on a Ford in Vancouver?

Yes, if you wash the vehicle and want easier cleanup through long wet seasons. Vancouver receives 1,159.5 mm of precipitation each year and has 169.5 days with measurable precipitation. Rain that sits can leave mineral spotting after it dries. Brine and grit from Highway 1 also build up on lower panels and wheel wells, where regular washing matters most.

Does ceramic coating help Ford lease returns?

It can reduce some lease-return cleaning and paint reconditioning, but it cannot hide existing chips or prevent every new mark. A clean, well-kept finish may avoid work that could include repainting a panel, typically in the range of $600–$1,500 locally. Keep wash records and address chips early, since a coating does not repair damage.

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