New 2010 A4 owner - dealer paint protector, is it needed?

maudi09 · 11-06-2009, 08:31 AM

I'll be taking delivery of my new 2010 A4 Prestige S-Line on Tuesday. The dealer indicated that they will apply a complementary 'paint protection' to the vehicle.

Is this needed?
Should I let the dealer do this?

I've asked them to provide details on what they will apply, I'm waiting for them to get back to me.

markcincinnati · 11-06-2009, 08:35 AM

The dealer needs it for ADP. This TLA justifies the expense (for the dealer, that is.) It means: Additional Dealer Profit.

Lyman_T · 11-06-2009, 08:39 AM

If it's like the protection package they gave me, they'll offer window tint, a clear bra, and a product called Secure Finish, which after application basically means you'll never have to wax your car.

Looks good, except for the bra line about mid-hood. Whether I'll ever wax the car after a wash or not, we'll see.

Oh. And congrats on the new car!

Hobbes · 11-06-2009, 11:14 AM

There is no such thing as a product that will make it so you never have to wax. Hopefully you didn't believe them when they said that.

maudi09 · 11-06-2009, 11:33 AM

I won't be paying extra for this protector (if I decide to let them do it).

I've been far removed from a new vehicle purchase for several years and I'm simply wondering if this is something I have done to the vehicle.

The color of the car will be Phantom Black Pearl.

Lyman_T · 11-06-2009, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hobbes

There is no such thing as a product that will make it so you never have to wax. Hopefully you didn't believe them when they said that.

Hobbes, I'm 52, and the sign on my forehead says "Dumb", not "Stupid"...lol

I'll be happy if it provides some minor scratch protection. I don't really expect it to be the end all to end all as regards vehicle body maintenance. Now what they expect me to believe to make themselves feel better....

av_audi · 11-06-2009, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maudi09

The dealer indicated that they will apply a complementary 'paint protection' to the vehicle.

Guessed translation: they will just wax the car

DavidB5 · 11-06-2009, 02:48 PM

I was in this industry for a long time and they only thing you are buying is a warranty. A lot of warranties for these protections were merly money back so if something happens they just give you a refund and say good luck. So not sure what the Audi dealers are pushing nowa days but there is no sure thing. Nothing you can't buy at an autoparts store anyways.

11-06-2009, 08:39 AM	#3
Lyman_T AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 115	If it's like the protection package they gave me, they'll offer window tint, a clear bra, and a product called Secure Finish, which after application basically means you'll never have to wax your car. Looks good, except for the bra line about mid-hood. Whether I'll ever wax the car after a wash or not, we'll see. Oh. And congrats on the new car! __________________ 2006 Audi A4 3.0L Cabriolet Quattro Sero sid Serio. Noli nothi permittere te terere. Sometimes, the Dragon wins.....did y'all see a knight around here? It ain't broke 'til WE say it's broke!

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Hobbes AudiWorld Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: May 2001 Location: Southern NJ Posts: 926	There is no such thing as a product that will make it so you never have to wax. Hopefully you didn't believe them when they said that. __________________ 2009 A5 3.2 6MT \| Brillant Black/Black \| Prem \| Nav \| Tech \| B&O 1997 A4 2.8 5MT (sold)

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11-06-2009, 08:35 AM	#2
markcincinnati AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 2,842	The dealer needs it for ADP. This TLA justifies the expense (for the dealer, that is.) It means: Additional Dealer Profit.

11-06-2009, 11:33 AM	#5
maudi09 Audiworld Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 19	I won't be paying extra for this protector (if I decide to let them do it). I've been far removed from a new vehicle purchase for several years and I'm simply wondering if this is something I have done to the vehicle. The color of the car will be Phantom Black Pearl.

11-06-2009, 02:48 PM	#8
DavidB5 AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 105	I was in this industry for a long time and they only thing you are buying is a warranty. A lot of warranties for these protections were merly money back so if something happens they just give you a refund and say good luck. So not sure what the Audi dealers are pushing nowa days but there is no sure thing. Nothing you can't buy at an autoparts store anyways.