Undercoat, Aftermarket Protection

[chengj]

We couldn't get the protection thrown in with the price of a vehicle we are buying. :-(

Realize that the $1599 for the whole package (Undercoat, Paint, Interior, stupid electronic rust module; $599 for just the undercoating) is a pretty ridiculous price point. Where would you guys suggest going for an aftermarket undercoat? Would you suggest getting the whole protection package? What should I expect to pay?

Thanks. I could only find some old threads, referencing actual shops. Somewhere in the southish would be preferable.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Id only consider the undercoat out of any of that crap.

[dj_rice]

Do not get the Protection Packages from a dealer. They are marked up big time by the Finance Dept, sometimes 200-300%. $599 for undercoating is ridiculous. Cost of the spray probably $50, labour time, at max, 30 mins.

From most of the threads, I think The Car Salon was recommending for rust proofing/undercoating.

[chengj]

Any other suggestions than car salon?

[msommers]

Might wanna consider getting Krown undercoating. Never get any of that extra shit at the dealership unless it's included in the price.

[chengj]

Hmm... Krown seems to be about half the price of Car Salon. Is there a difference between the two processes?

[Supa Dexta]

Walmart is actually one of the best spots for undercoating.. Atleast in NS anyways.

[ryanallan]

Originally posted by chengj
We couldn't get the protection thrown in with the price of a vehicle we are buying. :-(

Realize that the $1599 for the whole package (Undercoat, Paint, Interior, stupid electronic rust module; $599 for just the undercoating) is a pretty ridiculous price point. Where would you guys suggest going for an aftermarket undercoat? Would you suggest getting the whole protection package? What should I expect to pay?

Thanks. I could only find some old threads, referencing actual shops. Somewhere in the southish would be preferable.

From my days working at the dealership, I can tell you:

Undercoat - Most every car comes with factory undercoat applied to the problem areas. When the dealership applies their undercoat, they apply it to the areas left out by the factory. i.e. it's not the biggest thing in the world if you skip.

Paint Protection - This is simply a wax job with a "special" wax that will wear off sooner than later. You might as well do this yourself and save the $.

Don't mean to derail you, just my 0.2.

[Cos]

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[dirtsniffer]

such a waste of money, don't bother with anything from the finance dept. except maybe the extended warranty, but be diligent about its details

[DeeK]

Originally posted by ryanallan
Undercoat - Most every car comes with factory undercoat applied to the problem areas. When the dealership applies their undercoat, they apply it to the areas left out by the factory. i.e. it's not the biggest thing in the world if you skip.

Not on most makes...

As a detailer for the past 10 years, I highly recommend undercoat. However, DO NOT get it done at a dealership. Make sure you get it done at a detailer/auto spa type shop on the day that you pick up the vehicle. the longer you wait between picking up the car and taking it to the shop the more you'll likely have to spend for them to steam clean the underside of the car. Assuming they do it correctly.

Also, ask about rust proofing. Not that stupid little electronic module but the actual spray that they put on the inside panels of your car. Maybe not such a big deal in Calgary, but if you take your car anywhere that relies on salt for snow removal and has high humidity levels (BC/Ontario) I highly recommend it.

[Twenty]

The undercoat is one item I require on a car which will be driven year-round. I would definitely NOT skip that, period.

The rust-proofing is another item I like; the spray-inside-the-panels type as mentioned above.

Through my own experiences these two are very much worth it. So dealer or otherwise, I'd look into them. The sooner the better, especially with the undercoating.

[Supa Dexta]

Im telling you guys, that back east undercoating is a MUST. The difference between 2 cars, with one done and the other not - is unmistakable. And its not a one time thing either. Its not AS needed out here, but def helps more than it hurts.

[chengj]

So Car Salon is the only and best choice among beyonders for Undercoating in Calgary? That is the main thing I am interested in. Thanks!

[94boosted]

Originally posted by ryanallan


Paint Protection - This is simply a wax job with a "special" wax that will wear off sooner than later. You might as well do this yourself and save the $.

Also the "Interior Protection Package" is just scotchguard with a ridiculous markup, get youself a can of this Canadian Tire and call it a day