Professional Ceramic Coating in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles is tough on paint, with strong sun, freeway grime, and hard water spots that leave even newer cars looking tired. Our ceramic coating service adds a slick, glass-like layer that bonds to your clear coat for deeper gloss and a finish that sheds water and dirt with ease.
Why Ceramic Coating
What Ceramic Coating Does for Your Vehicle
Longer Lasting Than Wax
Think of ceramic coating as a semi-permanent upgrade to your car's finish. Traditional wax sits on top of the paint and wears away within weeks. A ceramic coating chemically bonds to the surface and cures into a hard, clear layer that lasts for years with the right care, and it holds up far better to heat, rain, and harsh soaps than than traditional wax or spray sealants. Whether you want a year of extra gloss on a daily driver or long-lasting shine on a car you plan to keep, there is a coating here that fits.
Deeper Gloss and Easier Washing
The first change you will notice is how the car looks. Colors appear richer, metallic flake stands out, and dark paint takes on a wet, mirror-like depth. The next change shows up on wash day. Water beads and rolls off, road film releases with less effort, and bird droppings and tree sap wipe away more easily before they have a chance to etch. Washing takes less time, and the shine you see on pickup day lasts well beyond the first few weeks.
Built for Southern California Sun
A coating also adds UV protection, which matters here more than most places. The EPA's UV Index tracks how strong the sun is each day, and Southern California spends much of the year in the high range. Over time that exposure fades paint and dries out trim. A coating helps slow that process, and parking in a garage or shade helps even more.
Elite Motorsports Pricing
Our Ceramic Coating Packages
Fusion Plus Lite
1-Year Ceramic Coating
Approx. 1 day turnaround
STARTING AT $600
Our entry-level XPEL Fusion Plus Lite coating is a single layer applied over a light machine polish. It suits daily drivers and anyone who wants real water beading and gloss without committing to a long-term coating. It also serves as the annual maintenance top-off layer for our Fusion Plus Premium clients.
This Package Includes:
- Light machine polish
- Single application of ceramic coating to paint and bodywork
- 1-year transferable warranty (ask us for details)
Fusion Plus Classic
4-Year Ceramic Coating
Same-day turnaround
STARTING AT $999
XPEL Fusion Plus Classic is our most popular coating. Coverage extends past the paint to the full wheel, including the barrels, plus all glass, exterior plastics, and trim. The paint is decontaminated and corrected first, so the coating locks in refined paint rather than sealing in swirls.
This Package Includes:
- Iron and fallout decontamination
- Clay bar treatment
- Level 2 paint correction
- Single application of ceramic coating to paint and bodywork
- Full wheels coated, faces and barrels
- All automotive glass coated, including the windshield
- Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
- Headlights and taillights coated
- 4-year transferable warranty (ask us for details)
Fusion Plus Satin
4-Year Satin and Matte Coating
24-hour turnaround
STARTING AT $1,100
XPEL Fusion Plus Satin is formulated for factory and custom satin or matte paint, as well as XPEL STEALTH paint protection film. It deepens color and adds water beading without adding gloss or changing the finish. Paint correction is left out on purpose, since polishing a satin or matte finish permanently damages it.
This Package Includes:
- Satin-safe decontamination with no polishing or gloss products
- Single application of ceramic coating to paint and bodywork
- Full wheels coated, faces and barrels
- All automotive glass coated, including the windshield
- Headlights and taillights coated
- 4-year transferable warranty (ask us for details)
Fusion Plus Premium
8-Year Ceramic Coating
Approx. turnaround: 24–48 hours
STARTING AT $1,400
Our flagship. XPEL Fusion Plus Premium is the thickest coating in the line, rated 9H, and applied in two layers over a two-stage paint correction so the finish underneath is corrected, not just sealed. Coverage includes the full wheel, all glass, exterior trim, lights, and interior leather.
This Package Includes:
- Paint depth readings
- Level 2 paint correction
- Double application of ceramic coating to paint and bodywork
- Full wheels coated, faces and barrels
- Interior leather surfaces coated
- All automotive glass coated, including the windshield
- Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
- Headlights and taillights coated
- 8-year transferable warranty (ask us for details)
- Annual Fusion Plus Lite top-off to keep the warranty active
Give Your Paint a Deeper Shine
Four Options for Every Kind of Driver
Choosing the Right Ceramic Coating
Daily Drivers
Our Lite coating gives a commuter car noticeable gloss and easy washing for a year. It is a smart first step if you are curious about coatings.
Most Owners
Our Classic coating covers paint, wheels, glass, and trim, with corrected paint underneath. It is the balance of coverage and value most clients choose.
Satin and Matte Paint
Our Satin coating keeps a satin or matte finish looking the way it should while making it far easier to clean. It is also the right match for satin paint protection film.
Long-Term Ownership
Our Premium coating is built for keepers and collector cars. Two layers, two-stage correction, and interior leather coverage make it our most complete option.
Ceramic Coating Care
Keeping Your Coating Looking Its Best
A coated car is easier to care for, but it is not maintenance free. Regular hand washing with a pH-neutral soap keeps the surface clean and lets the coating do its job. We recommend skipping automatic car washes with brushes, which can leave fine marks, and drying with a soft microfiber towel or filtered air. Try to wash every week or two, and rinse off bird droppings or sap as soon as you spot them.
If you would rather leave upkeep to us, the Maintenance Detail in our full detailing lineup uses only coating-safe, pH-neutral products that keep the finish in top shape. Premium clients also purchase an annual Lite top-off, which keeps the 8-year warranty active and refreshes that just-coated feel. Whatever package you choose, we will walk you through how to care for it before you drive away.
Correct First, Then Coat
Why Prep Work Makes the Difference
A Clean Slate for Your Coating
A ceramic coating is clear, so it magnifies whatever sits beneath it. Swirl marks, water spots, and embedded grime do not disappear under a coating; they get locked in and become easier to see. That is why prep takes up most of the time your car spends with us, and why every job is done indoors where lighting and temperature stay controlled from start to finish.
Our Prep Process
Depending on the package, the process starts with a thorough wash, iron and fallout removal, and a clay bar treatment to pull out contaminants you can feel but not see. From there, we move to machine polishing or full paint correction to refine the clear coat and bring out as much clarity as possible. On our Premium package, we take paint depth readings first so every step is matched to the paint on your car. Only then does the coating go on, panel by panel, followed by time to cure before the car leaves the shop.
Gentle Prep for Satin and Matte Finishes
Satin and matte vehicles follow a different path. These finishes should never be polished, so we use satin-safe cleaners and skip gloss products entirely. The result is a finish that keeps its original low-sheen look while becoming far easier to keep clean.
Questions and Answers
Ceramic Coating FAQ
How long does ceramic coating last?
It depends on the coating and how the car is cared for. Our options carry 1-year, 4-year, and 8-year transferable warranties, and regular hand washing helps any coating reach its full lifespan.
Will ceramic coating stop rock chips and scratches?
A ceramic coating adds gloss and makes washing easier, but it does not stop rock chips or deep scratches, and it still needs regular washing. If chip resistance is your top concern, paint protection film is the better fit, and the two work well together.
Do I need paint correction before ceramic coating?
Correcting the paint first gives the best result, since a coating locks in whatever is underneath it. That is why our Classic and Premium packages include paint correction, while Lite starts with a light machine polish.
Can ceramic coating go on satin or matte paint?
It can, as long as it is the right coating. Our Satin package uses a coating made for satin and matte paint as well as satin film, and it makes the finish easier to clean without adding shine.
Can you apply ceramic coating over paint protection film?
Coating over film is a popular combination. The film handles rock chips while the coating adds gloss and makes the film easier to wash. Ask us about pairing the two during your QUOTE
How long will my car be at the shop?
Plan on about one day for our Lite package, one to two days for Classic or Satin, and two to three days for Premium. The coating needs time to cure before the car heads home.
