From a market perspective you will generally pay between $1000-$3000 for a proffesional coating applied. The variance will be the type of car, how much paint correction is required, what type of coating/protection system your getting done and any extras like wheels removed or interior ect.

With proper preperation, and correct maintenance a good coating should generally last 3 years+ in Queensland conditions. Durability is very much dependent on the coating being used and the maintenance assuming the preperation was done correctly. Lack of correct maintenance is usually one of the biggest areas we see contributing to early failure. Ricardo's includes specific additions every package like  30-day check wash to ensure application was done correctly, free shampoo bottle to ensure the correct products ar being used. We also have heavily subsidized Annual Service Packs that can be added on to ensure yearly maintenance is carried out automatically at a fraction of the normal service cost.

In most cases, no. Dealership coatings are typically lower-grade products applied with preperations steps being questionable — we often see failure within 6–18 months despite lifetime warranty claims. One of our main differences at Ricardo's is the focus on not just handing over a car with ceramic coating and a warranty card but providing a real solution with long term care in mind and durability being the goal.

Yes. We're based in Yatala QLD on the M1 between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. We service Brisbane (South Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Beenleigh, Springwood, Sunnybank), the Gold Coast (Surfers Paradise, Robina, Burleigh Heads, Southport, Broadbeach, Coomera) and all surrounding areas.

Absolutely — we work with customers whose cars are 2 to 6 months away all the time. Get in touch and we'll lock in your booking for delivery day. Protecting your car in the first week of ownership is the ideal time.

What we have seen in this industry is that a warranty is a legal document — typically full of conditions that make claiming difficult. Durability is built into the process through product quality, proper surface preparation, skilled application, and Ricardo's Aftercare Guarantee. A good warranty must be backed up with a real system to ensure durablity, not just a promise on a piece of paper.

Great Question. Our Yatala facility has additional security measures in place such as heavy duty bollards and security cameras ensuring no vehicles are leaving the premise. Additionally we are also heavily insured with adequate business liability insurance to ensure our clients vehicles are safe.