How Much Does PPF Cost?
What goes into a paint protection film quote, and how to get an accurate one for your car.
Every Quote Is Built Around Your Car
There is no single price for paint protection film. Two cars can need very different amounts of film, preparation and installation time, so Rivali quotes each vehicle individually. The factors below are what move a PPF quote up or down.
We believe in offering only the services that make sense for you, your lifestyle and your vehicle. You will not get up-sold on unnecessary services at Rivali Paint Protection, only an honest opinion on protecting your vehicle.
What Affects The Cost Of PPF
Coverage Package
The more of the car you cover, the more film and installation time it takes. Front End covers the front bumper, hood, fenders and side mirrors. The Track Package adds rocker panels and A pillars to a full front. Full Car covers all painted surfaces.
Compare packages →Vehicle Size and Shape
A larger vehicle needs more film. Complex bumpers, vents and deep body lines take more time to fit cleanly, with edges wrapped where appropriate.
Paint Condition and Paint Correction
Clear film does not hide what is already on the paint. If the paint has swirl marks, paint correction may be recommended before the film goes on. It is a separate service on our quote form.
Film Type
The film you choose affects the quote. We install film lines from Vertex and STEK, and our quote form lets you choose one or pick Not Sure so we can recommend the right film for your car.
Gloss vs Matte
Clear gloss film keeps the original look of your paint. Matte film gives it a satin finish. On gloss-paint cars it is typically a full-vehicle option so the whole car has one finish; partial matte packages are typically for cars with factory matte paint.
Matte (stealth) PPF →Colored PPF
Colored PPF changes the color of the car while protecting the paint. Because the film becomes the visible color, it is planned panel by panel across the whole car.
Colored PPF →Coverage Packages
Front End
Front bumper, hood, fenders, side mirrors.
Track Package
Full front + rocker panels and A pillars.
Full Car
All painted surfaces covered.
Other Things That Can Change Your Quote
- Ceramic coating: PPF is compatible with ceramic coatings for added ease of care, and both can be quoted together.
- Window tint: ceramic window tint can be added to the same quote.
How To Get An Accurate PPF Quote
- Tell us the year, make and model of your vehicle.
- Choose the services you are interested in: Full Front PPF, Full Vehicle PPF (gloss or matte), Full Vehicle Color Change PPF, ceramic coating, paint correction or ceramic window tint.
- Pick a film, or choose Not Sure and we will recommend one.
- We will get back to you and schedule a consultation to discuss coverage options.
PPF Cost FAQs
Why Is There No PPF Price List?
The right coverage, preparation and film differ from car to car, so a posted price would only fit a few of them. A quote based on your vehicle and the options you choose is the accurate number.
Is Full-car PPF Always Worth It?
Not always. Some drivers want every painted surface covered; others get what they need from Front End or the Track Package. We will give you an honest recommendation based on how you drive and care for the car.
Does Paint Correction Add To The Cost?
If it is needed, yes. It is a separate service, and correcting the paint before the film goes on means the finish under the film starts in better condition.
Is PPF Worth It for Daily-driven Vehicles?
Yes. Many daily drivers choose PPF, especially on the front end, which faces road debris every day.
Get Your PPF Quote
The cost depends on your car and the options you choose, so a quote is the quickest way to an exact figure.