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Paint Protection Film in Ann Arbor

XPEL Paint Protection Film

Self‑healing clear film that shields your paint from rock chips, road rash, and weathering, while preserving the original gloss.

XPEL certified installer squeegeeing paint protection film on a deep blue sports car door
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About this service

Genuine impact protection, made invisible.

Paint Protection Film is the gold standard in preserving factory paint. We install XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS, an elastomeric polyurethane film that absorbs the energy of rocks, sand, salt, and road debris before it ever reaches your clear coat. The result is a tough, self‑healing layer you cannot see and your paint never feels.

Michigan roads are unforgiving. Salt, sand, gravel, and road debris attack your vehicle every season. XPEL Paint Protection Film is a virtually invisible shield that absorbs the impact instead of your clear coat.

Our team installs XPEL ULTIMATE PLUS using precision‑cut patterns built specifically for your make and model. The result is full coverage with wrapped edges and clean transitions, protecting the panels you care about most without visible seams.

Whether you choose a high‑impact front package or a full‑body wrap, every install includes a thorough wash, decontamination, and a final inspection so the film disappears and your paint stays untouched.

Coverage tiers

Coverage tiers, mapped to your vehicle.

Every PPF package is anchored on the panels that take the most highway abuse. Use these examples to see which panels are wrapped at each tier so you can match coverage to how you actually drive.

Tier 01
Diagram of a Porsche 911 GT3 RS with full front PPF coverage outlined on the entire bumper, full hood, full fenders, headlights, mirrors, and A-pillars

Full Front

Edge to edge coverage of every forward facing panel with no visible cut lines on the hood.

Panels covered

  • Full front bumper
  • Full hood (no cut line)
  • Full fenders
  • Headlights
  • Mirror caps
  • A pillars

Best for

Performance cars, leased vehicles, and owners who log real highway miles.

Tier 02
Most Popular
Diagram of a Porsche 911 GT3 RS with full body PPF coverage outlined on every painted panel including doors, rocker panels, rear quarters, and trunk

Full Body Wrap

Every painted panel wrapped, including rockers, doors, rear quarters, and trunk lid.

Panels covered

  • Everything in Full Front
  • All four doors
  • Rocker panels
  • Rear quarter panels
  • Trunk and rear bumper
  • Roof (optional)

Best for

Exotics, collector cars, and anyone who wants showroom paint preserved for the long haul.

Why it matters

The difference you will actually see and feel.

Stops rock chips before they happen

PPF is engineered to take the hit and disperse the energy across its surface, sparing your clear coat from the chips, scuffs, and stress fractures Michigan highways are famous for.

Self‑heals minor scratches

Light swirl marks and surface scratches disappear with sun or warm water. The top coat reflows back to a flat, glossy surface so the film looks new for years.

Hydrophobic and stain‑resistant

Bug splatter, tree sap, brake dust, and bird droppings wipe off cleanly instead of etching into your paint. Washes are faster and gentler.

Preserves resale value

Original factory paint is one of the most valuable parts of your vehicle. PPF keeps it untouched, which protects appraisal and resale value for the long haul.

What it protects against

Every threat your finish faces, neutralized.

A breakdown of the real-world damage we shield your vehicle from, every season, every commute.

Rock chips and gravel

The number one cause of cosmetic damage on Michigan highways. PPF disperses the energy across its surface so the chip never reaches your clear coat.

Road salt and brine

Winter brine accelerates oxidation on bare paint. Sealed under PPF, salt simply wipes off during your normal wash.

Bug splatter and tree sap

Acidic bug guts and sticky sap etch raw clear coat within hours in the sun. PPF gives you a sacrificial barrier that wipes clean.

Bird droppings and water spots

Two of the fastest ways to permanently mar paint. Both wipe off the film without leaving a witness mark.

Light parking lot scratches

Brushes from cart corrals, fingernails on door cups, and dog leashes get absorbed by the film and self heal with sun or warm water.

UV fade on bright colors

Reds, blues, yellows, and special order paints fade fastest. The UV blocking layer in PPF keeps your color factory rich.

Packages

Built for any vehicle, any goal, any budget.

Every package is fully customizable. Use these as a starting point, then we will tailor the scope to match your vehicle.

Full Front

Edge‑to‑edge coverage of every forward‑facing panel, with no visible cut line on the hood.

  • Full front bumper
  • Full hood (no cut line)
  • Full fenders
  • Headlights and fog lights
  • Side view mirrors

Best for

Daily drivers and lease vehicles wanting clean, complete front‑end protection.

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Track Pack

Everything in Front Essentials, plus extended highway impact zones.

  • Full hood and full fenders
  • Full front bumper and lower valance
  • A‑pillars and roof leading edge
  • Door cups and rocker panels

Best for

Performance cars, frequent road trippers, and long‑distance commuters.

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Full Body Wrap

Edge‑to‑edge protection on every painted surface.

  • Every painted exterior panel covered
  • Wrapped edges, no exposed seams
  • Optional ceramic coating top layer
  • 10‑year warranty across the entire vehicle

Best for

Exotics, collector vehicles, and anyone who refuses to compromise.

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Compare PPF coverage at a glance.

Full Front
Front bumper
Full
Hood
Full
Fenders
Full
Headlights and fog lights
Mirror caps
A pillars and roof leading edge
Door cups and rocker panels
Doors, quarters, trunk, roof
Wrapped edges, no exposed seams
10 year XPEL warranty
Track PackMost Popular
Front bumper
Full
Hood
Full
Fenders
Full
Headlights and fog lights
Mirror caps
A pillars and roof leading edge
Door cups and rocker panels
Doors, quarters, trunk, roof
Wrapped edges, no exposed seams
10 year XPEL warranty
Full Body Wrap
Front bumper
Full
Hood
Full
Fenders
Full
Headlights and fog lights
Mirror caps
A pillars and roof leading edge
Door cups and rocker panels
Doors, quarters, trunk, roof
Wrapped edges, no exposed seams
10 year XPEL warranty
Our process

How a paint protection film install goes down.

  1. 1

    Inspection and consultation

    We walk the vehicle with you, identify any existing imperfections, and recommend a coverage plan that matches how you actually drive.

  2. 2

    Decontamination wash

    Two‑bucket hand wash, iron decon, clay bar, and isopropyl wipe down so the film bonds to a perfectly clean surface.

  3. 3

    Pre‑correction (if needed)

    Light machine polish to remove existing swirls and imperfections, ensuring the film locks in your paint at its best.

  4. 4

    Custom‑cut precision install

    Patterns are plotted from XPEL DAP for your exact make and model, then hand‑installed and edge‑wrapped in our controlled bay.

  5. 5

    Inspection and walk‑through

    We bring the vehicle into bright inspection lighting, sign off on every panel, and walk you through aftercare and warranty registration.

Is this for me

Perfect for the way you actually drive.

New vehicle deliveries

The best time to install PPF is on day one. Lock in factory paint while it is still flawless and protect every dollar of resale value.

Lease vehicles

Avoid end of lease damage charges for chips and scratches. Pull the film before turn in and the paint comes back untouched.

Performance and exotic cars

Front splitters, rocker panels, and rear quarters are most exposed at speed. Track Pack and Full Body wraps keep your investment showroom clean.

Daily commuters logging highway miles

If you live on US 23 or I 94, you are absorbing rock strikes every week. PPF turns those impacts into a non event.

Warranty

Backed by XPEL, installed by certified pros.

Every install is registered directly with XPEL under your name and VIN. The 10 year manufacturer warranty covers yellowing, cracking, peeling, bubbling, and delamination. Our installer warranty covers the workmanship of every wrapped edge and seam.

  • 10 year XPEL manufacturer warranty against yellowing, cracking, and delamination
  • Lifetime workmanship warranty on every install
  • Transferable to a new owner within the warranty period
  • Warranty registered to your VIN, paperwork delivered with your keys
Aftercare

Keep it looking like the day we delivered it.

First 7 days

Avoid pressure washing the edges and skip the automatic car wash so the film fully bonds to the panel.

Routine washing

Hand wash with a pH neutral shampoo and a microfiber mitt. Two bucket method preferred. Dry with a clean microfiber towel.

Touchless washes

Safe after the first week. Avoid brush automatic washes long term, since brushes can lift edges and scuff the film.

Spot cleaning

Use only PPF safe quick detailers. Bug remover should be PPF approved and rinsed within 60 seconds.

Snow and salt

Rinse the salt off after major winter storms. The film handles it, but rinsing extends the life of the unwrapped panels and the underbody.

Long term gloss

Adding a ceramic coating over the film keeps it slick, hydrophobic, and easier to maintain for the full warranty period.

Common questions

Frequently asked.

Ready when you are

Ready to protect your paint protection film?

Tell us about your vehicle and what you want to protect. We will recommend the right combination of XPEL film, ceramic, and detailing for your goals and budget.

Hours

Mon – Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed

We respond within one business day.