Cover up job

The paint protection Cilajet is getting good reviews on this side of the pond. US and Canadian websites are www.cilajet.com and www.cilajetcanada.com I'm not sure if the product is available in Britain. It's not cheap ($700 USD applied) but it can be warranted for 10 years. Several high-end car dealers in Vancouver are now marketing the product to customers when they purchase Rollers, Lambos, Ferraris, etc. It stops acid rain, tree sap, bird droppings, etc., from ruining paint. It's even supposed to stop those dreaded swirl marks on black paint. Jay Leno is a recent endorser of the product at www.jaylenosgarage.com/extras/car-care/cilajet-products/.

Asked on 3 July 2010 by G.W., Delta, BC, Canada

Answered by Honest John

Many thanks. I hadn't heard of this one, but have made a note. So far, the best product in the UK costs £500, professionally applied by www.glareuk.com Most of the dealer paint protection products are salesman’s commission earners that support the salesmen and their families but are not the best solution for your car.

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