Typical price ranges (2026)
- Entry mobile ceramic on a sedan with light prep — $400 to $600, 1–2 year warranty
- Full mobile ceramic on an SUV with single-stage correction — $600 to $900, 2–3 year warranty
- Shop install with two-stage correction — $900 to $1,500, 3–5 year warranty
- Premium multi-layer coating with paint protection film — $2,000+
What actually drives the price
- Vehicle size — a Sprinter takes 2–3× the coating and labor of a sedan.
- Paint condition — swirl marks and oxidation mean more correction hours.
- Coating grade and warranty length — professional-grade ceramics cost more per bottle and require certified installers.
- Prep depth — a proper install spends 4–6 hours on prep before coating touches the paint.
- Interior and wheel coating add-ons.
Red flags to avoid
- 'Ceramic wash and coat' under $200 — that's a spray sealant, not a coating.
- No paint inspection before quoting.
- No warranty registration or ceramic manufacturer certification.
- Same-day appointment with no prep buffer.
FAQ
- Why does the price change after the paint inspection?
- Because prep hours change with paint condition. A car with heavy swirl marks or oxidation needs two-stage correction, which adds 3–4 hours of labor and gets reflected in the final quote.
- Is a $200 ceramic coating a good deal?
- Almost always no. Real ceramic coating requires 6+ hours of prep and $80–$200 in materials alone. A $200 quote usually means a spray sealant applied over unprepped paint, which will not last.
- Does ceramic coating add resale value?
- It preserves resale value by keeping the clear coat swirl-free and glossy. On a $50,000+ vehicle, that typically translates to $1,500–$3,000 higher trade-in value after 3 years.
- Does FujiWash™ offer ceramic coating?
- Yes — professional ceramic coating from $399, with a paint inspection to confirm final pricing on site. Warranties up to 2 years.