I've had some bad experiences in the past with PPF. I once had a shop knife the entire front end of…read morea brand new C2. Another installed incorrectly sized PPF, which later resulted in significant paint damage that would have otherwise been protected on a GT3. I swore off PPF on my last three cars... until now. I had to learn the hard way that the installer matters more than the product. I've lived it. Each car I've bought from new has been paint corrected & ceramic coated but I avoided PPF altogether due to PTSD. I'd pick up a few stone chips & live with it... I figured that's a much better alternative than risking another knife job. Looking back, it was more of a compromise than a solution. Fast forward & a few weeks back, I took delivery of my PTS 992.2 Carrera T & started to seriously consider giving PPF another chance. Especially since I also have a 991.2 GT3 Touring that has been fully wrapped from new, & the quality of that work has been flawless. 7+ years later. So, I really wanted the same protection & quality on my PTS T. Try to lock in as much of the factory fresh paint as possible for long term ownership. I researched & visited dozens of shops around the Bay Area. Along the way, I discovered that the shop I ultimately chose was the same company that wrapped my GT3 at their Orange County location... Protective Film Solutions NorCal Lorenzo (manager) & his team; Rafael, who handled the paint correction, & Jeff, who installed the Xpel ultimate plus PPF & applied the Xpel fusion plus premium ceramic coating, delivered exactly what I was hoping for. They guaranteed their installs would never cut into the paint & the results would be perfect! I was able to visit the facility a few times to see their finished work & was invited back during the PPF process. The install was completely seamless, & Jeff walked me through his install process. The attention to detail & level of craftsmanship is genuinely impressive. It's an artform! That transparency went a long way in rebuilding my confidence. Lorenzo has stayed in touch throughout the entire process, coordinated timing while the car was in transit, & even held an opening over the holidays so I could drop the car off the same day I took delivery. First class service from start to finish. They've documented the entire process, from factory paint issues at drop-off (etching, scratches, etc.), to the PPF install & ceramic coating application. For a PTS car I plan to hold onto like my GT3, having the documentation & knowing the paint was properly corrected & protected from day one means a lot. Huge thanks to Lorenzo & the team at PFS NorCal. I'm back to believing in PPF again & there's no other shop I trust more with my Porsches at this point. The work is by no means cheap, but ultimately, peace of mind is everything. Choosing the right shop to do it right the first time is all that matters.

Lorenzo and Jeff were great to work with. I had my rear quarters re-PPF'd from over the years and…read moreit came out perfect. Their attention to detail is unmatched! Highly recommend PFS.

Excellent HR Wonderful owner…read morePrecise workmanship Superior car security Finest quality for finest cars

ESM Motors is like no other, not only am I glad to have found a one stop shop for all my car…read moredetailing needs but also a place just to hang out. I spent a good amount of time researching where to have ceramic tint installed on my vehicle. I'd have to admit it was a bit overwhelming considering all that has changed since I got my car tinted and wrapped. Not only that, but there are tons of products out there and next thing you know, you're spiraling down a  tint rabbit hole. ESM Motors rose above the rest, professional and knowledgeable. Eakra took point when I first dropped the car off and made suggestions on what we should do with the tint. Pointing out pros and cons of each level of visibility and most importantly, what would be best suited for what I was looking for. We wanted to keep the car cool and look good at the same time! Her recommendations and install were right on the money.  I was about to step out then saw Manny installing PPF on a BMW M5. Headphones on and locked in! That man was in the zone, you can tell he knows his craft. Long story short, I went in mainly for ceramic tint and walked out with a tinted and fully wrapped R1S. I couldn't explain to my better half why it took 5 days for the car to be tinted.. Needless to say, she's happy and drives the car more than I do.  Sophie is really onto something here. There's no other establishment like this in the Bay Area. They focus on quality over quantity, totally different from the places I used to go. The vibe too, just so warm and inviting. Yes, you may find better prices elsewhere but I can assure you there will be more to be desired. I'll definitely bring my cars to ESM Motors for future needs.

I wanted a cool car and AutoXpert delivered. And it was a fun process too as I could tell they were…read morereally invested in making my car look cool and make me happy! I went to AutoXpert to get my car wrapped and window tinted. The team seemed knowledgeable when I first came in and made recommendations on wrap type and brand to select from. I already had my mind set on the KPMF Matte Purple Black Iridescent (K75565) and didn't mind it wouldn't likely last more than ~3ys, which is what they estimate, even less if parking outside. My full service list included window tinting, paint correction, wrap and ceramic treatment. The ceramic treatment was added per their recommendation and I wanted the paint correction to ensure top notch look. They were very reasonable and competitive on the price, best yet for the region! They gave me a discount all around since I was doing so much work with them. The service took 2 weeks and i wasn't in a rush. They shared updated with me regularly, which was nice. Mohshin was leading the service execution and was always in close communication with me confirming my requests and giving me detailed advice to help me select trim wrap choices. We used matte black for the trims and i wasn't always sure what to pick so his help was VERY appreciated! At the end, they added a bonus wrap with black matte of the plastic panels between the windows since they were scratched. Now the whole thing looks perfect!!! The last final cool bit is how they make your cal feel special: the instagram posts , the cool movie they made and awesome final pictures really get you excited for the final product. Such a nice touch! We have already been back to fix an old wrap in my partner's car. The spoiler wrap in his Porsche got damaged (it is old, not done by AutoXpert) and we took it there to get fixed. They prepared us saying it might look different from the rest of the car (transparent matte) and was very reasonable cost and tat same day. The service looked perfect, we can't tell any difference! Thank you AutoXpert team for the awesome service! We will def continue to come back for all wrapping needs!

Despite the glowing reviews, I did not have a great experience here. I brought my 2011 Camaro to…read morehave old tint removed and new tint installed thinking this would be a seamless experience, but absolutely nothing went as expected. When I went to have the windows tinted, they mentioned they could also do reflectors and back lights for $150 which I definitely had thought about and gave the okay to do. Later that day when I came to pick it up, the back lights weren't tinted, only the reflectors were... i brought this up and they said the back lights would be even more money. This seemed rather expensive, but I figured I'm already here so I guess I'll just get it done. I also had to go back to have the tint fixed on the driver side window due to a major gap at the top. The spacing didn't match the gap on the passenger window, which was slightly less of a gap. When I went to discuss this with their team, I was consistently talked out of having it fixed with the excuse that "the tint films are pre-cut and a gap is normal". While a gap is normal, it shouldn't be as large as it was. This was 100% an install issue. I ended up needing to bring my dad with me to talk to these guys. It didn't seem like they wanted to remedy the situation, and I didn't feel like I was taken seriously. I have a hard time speaking up for myself, and I felt that was taken advantage of. Finally they agreed to fix it after quite a bit of discussion with my dad. A few days later, I noticed a rattle in my rear speaker that I went to check out, and that's when I saw a bunch of tiny flakes from my old tint all over the place. On the floor, behind the back seat, on the back seats... just a mess. I took out a flashlight to clean this up myself, and noticed that there were water marks dripping all down the sides of both the inside and outside of my car below the windows from the install. I would expect both the old tint and all watermarks to be properly cleaned up, and this wasn't the case. I paid $100 for the old tint to be removed, $300 for new ceramic tint installed, $150 for 4 reflectors to be tinted, and another $100 for rear lights to be tinted. For $650, you'd think you'd get more professional and overall better service. This is not the place for that. I'm really disappointed with my experience. I will not be back and do not recommend this business.

i've done 2 cars with SS Customs and they are amazing. Top notch PPF and installation quality!…read moreIts not the cheapest place in the area, but it is totally worth it! I made a mistake of taking my wife's Tesla to a different PPF place and I regret it so much.. Quality is absolutely not comparable to SS Customs. if you want true professionals to take care of your car - SS Customs is the place

Model Y performance. Did the full vehicle PPF and Window tint…read more Quality of work was simply fantastic. On the first drive the ceramic tint kept the heat on a full sun day noticeably different inside the vehicle. The PPF is flawless at day of pick up. Cannot notice any edges or lift. Everyone I dealt with was incredibly helpful and friendly. I have a few other projects I will be bringing to SS Customs. Good work ain't cheap. Cheap work ain't good. These guys are great

Best service in the bay. Danilo and john will take care of you!! Bring your car here they will take…read morecare of you

I took my car into MCAR two weeks ago and the experience was great. This was my first time ever…read morehaving a car's tint removed and re-tinted, and I started vetting vendors by opening a Project in Yelp. After a few qualifying chat conversations, MCAR ended up being my chosen vendor, and by the following Friday I was dropping off my Subaru BRZ on my lunch break. Danilo and his team checked me in, reviewed the scope of work with me, and had my car in their garage within 20 minutes. A few hours later it was ready, and I was really impressed by the workmanship. One thing worth noting: if your car has electrical sensors in the seats for airbag or seatbelt safety features, it's worth asking ahead of time how the shop handles that. Window tinting uses a lot of soap and water, and it's possible for your seats to get a little wet in the process. On my drive home, my BRZ's passenger seat must have picked up some moisture, because it started throwing a seatbelt warning alarm. I brought it back and Danilo and his team worked to triage the issue. To be safe, and to avoid running any more electrical current through it while it was still damp, he suggested buckling the seatbelt to stop the alarm and letting the seat fully dry before reassessing, with instructions to bring it back in if the sound returned. They handled the troubleshooting really well, and it just reinforced how much they care about getting things right for their customers. I'm looking forward to bringing my other car in for them to work on as well. Thank you again Danilo and team.

I came here after my inner/outer detail with Lim, from Detail by Precision. He pointed out that my…read moreroof was already starting to break down: patchy, worn, almost like these "salt-burn" marks across the paint of the roof. I'll be honest, I'm still learning about paint health but I know enough to recognize when something needs attention. I love my car, it's reliable, it supports everything I need to do in my life--and since I fully own it, I wanted to do something meaningful for it for my birthday. They walked me through two options: vinyl vs. PPF. And the way they explained PPF just made sense. It wasn't just about aesthetics, it was about peace of mind. Protection from all the elements this car goes through daily. Longevity. Something that holds integrity over time, not just a quick fix. That mattered to me. The owner was incredibly informative. You can tell there's intention behind everything here: not just the service, but the design, the experience, the way they think. As a designer, I pick up on that immediately. It doesn't feel random...it feels considered. And the front desk, she was amazing! I wish I remembered her name. But you know when someone's vibe is just genuine? Not performative, not transactional--just kind, attentive, and actually caring about helping you? That was her. It makes a difference. What really surprised me was the turnaround. Same day. I wasn't expecting that at all! They finished the roof in a black gloss PPF, and it completely transformed the car. It looks like a panoramic roof now--clean, elevated, honestly more expensive. It was such a strong recommendation, and I'm really glad I trusted it. We also talked about window tinting, and after this experience, I'm already planning to come back. The level of professionalism, the clarity, the care--it's consistent across everything they do. When you get PPF you get a followup appointment to ensure everything is curing properly. You can tell they work on luxury vehicles, there's a precision to their standards. But what stood out to me is that they bring that same level of care to anyone who walks in. No matter your vehicle, they are dedicated to making it feel top notch. That matters. I highly recommend them. Truly. Thank you Graphix Lab! Attaching photos of how shiny black gloss PPF looks.

My experience: On August 20th, 2025, I scheduled a visit…read morewith Graphix Lab for a full front PPF, matching front door tint, and full ceramic coatings quote for my 2025 Lexus NX. I dropped off the car on the 26th with an expected pickup date of the 29th. There was a communication gap during the process, especially with the Labor Day weekend approaching, and I received the car the following Friday. The work itself was excellent and clearer updates would have made the experience even smoother. The work: Graphix Lab is top tier when it comes to bulk PPF fitting. To the untrained eye, you cannot tell the vehicle has film applied. They wrap edges to create a true full coverage install. The recommended ceramic tint matches perfectly with the factory Lexus tint. During my post-inspection I noticed a small issue with one panel and Leo helped resolve it immediately at no charge. I completed the two week check up and wash and received the car back the same day. Final thoughts: The craftsmanship is exceptional and the team's commitment to standing behind their work gave me great confidence in choosing Graphix Lab.

I've trusted California Detailing to beautify and protect four cars and three motorcycles for my…read morefamily since our first experience with them in 2022. Most of the jobs were for full PPF + ceramic coating of new vehicles, but they've also performed a couple of non-PPF paint correction, detailing, and ceramic coating work on well-used vehicles not eligible for PPF. In all cases, California Detailing produced fantastic results that made the new cars look better than they were at dealer delivery and the well-used vehicles look as close to new as possible. For vehicles that we've subsequently sold, California Detailing's attentive work helped protect their resale value. Even when we don't have big jobs pending, we drop by their shop a few times a year for installation inspections and touch-ups (no charge during PPF or ceramic coating warranty period). In addition to being skilled professionals, California Detailing also have great customer service that easily makes my family and me feel at home during our visits. Excellent and lasting results, great people, convenient location, and timely scheduling. We'll see them again soon!

Carlos and the staff at California Detailing transformed my 7 year old Audi SUV and it looks better…read morethan it did when it was brand new. I had never had my car detailed before because it never seemed like a necessity, but was prepping for family to visit and it hit me that the car looked pretty beat up inside and out. Not gonna lie - it felt expensive - but they did an amazing job. They were up front and explained exactly what they were going to do. They did need to see the car before confirming a final quote. They did the full internal and external job and went through every nook and cranny until it shined. I dropped the car off at 9am and picked up a little after 5pm. While I was tempted by the convenience of mobile detailers, i ultimately chose the fixed location and don't regret it.

Everything about this place is superb. The quality of service, the no-nonsense pricing, and how…read morepatient and kind the staff was- especially Jeff. I could tell he knew his stuff and he explained everything to me in layman terms. I got the wrap with them for my car and it's been holding up amazingly. Highly recommend this place!

This shop does immaculate work. I came in to have tint and ppf installed on my new car, and I was…read moreblown away by the quality of work that was done. The tint was perfect with zero defects. I usually have to go back a couple times after I get a tint job done because there are always contaminants in the film. Aux got it perfect on the first try. The ppf install was equally flawless. This is the quality of work you'd expect to pay double for, but this shop charges extremely fair rates for the location. Best pricing I found in the entire SF Bay area by far. Do not hesitate to get any work done here.