PPF Cost
How much does PPF cost in Sarasota?
Real starting prices from our studio, what changes the price, and how long each package takes.
Starting at $2,400
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- 3M Lifetime tint warranty
- Pure PPF 12-yr warranty
The short answer
PPF prices at our studio.
At Gulf Coast Auto Studio, Full Front paint protection film starts from $2,400. Partial Front, Track Pack and Full Body are quoted per vehicle, and a full color change in PPF starts from $8,000. These prices are for Pure PPF (we’re a Pure PPF authorized installer), with a 12-year manufacturer warranty on clear and matte film and 10 years on colored film; ONE PPF, a Sarasota-based film brand, is quoted on request. A Full Front takes 1–3 days and a Full Body 3–5 days.
| Coverage | What’s covered | Typical time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partial Front | Front bumper, leading 18–24" of hood and fenders, mirror caps | Confirmed at quote | Quote |
| Full Front | Full bumper, full hood and fenders, mirror caps, headlights | 1–3 days | From $2,400 |
| Track Pack | Full Front plus rocker panels, A-pillars and roof leading edge | Confirmed at quote | Quote |
| Full Body | Every painted surface, door edges and cups | 3–5 days | Quote |
| Frost satin-matte | Full Body only, for a uniform finish | 3–5 days | Quote |
| Color PPF | Full color change in PPF | Confirmed at quote | From $8,000 |
Starting prices. Your exact price depends on the vehicle and its paint and is confirmed in person before any work starts.
What changes the price?
- Vehicle size and shape. A big SUV bumper with sensors and vents takes far longer than a simple sedan nose.
- Coverage. Partial Front, Full Front, Track Pack or Full Body.
- Finish. Crystal gloss or Frost satin-matte (Full Body only).
- Disassembly. We remove badges, handles, trim and lights where needed so the film wraps around edges instead of stopping short. It takes longer: every edge is fully wrapped and tucked, with no pre-cut seams. Very complex panels have film limitations and may need a relief cut or seam.
- Paint condition. Swirls or defects should be corrected before film goes on, because PPF locks in whatever is underneath.
Why PPF quotes differ so much.
Two quotes for “full front” can describe very different jobs. Ask each shop which film brand and warranty you’re getting, whether edges are wrapped or left exposed, how much prep and correction is included, and whether any panels or parts come off. Those answers explain most of the gap.
Is PPF worth it?
Usually, if you’re keeping a new or recent car, drive I-75 often, own a dark color or an exotic, or want lease-return paint in good shape. It’s less worthwhile on an older car with chipped paint unless the paint is corrected first.
PPF or ceramic coating?
They solve different problems. PPF is a thick film that absorbs chips; a ceramic coating is a thin layer for gloss and easier washing that won’t stop chips. Our 5-year ceramic coating package, paint correction included, starts from $1,000 for coupes, $1,350 for sedans, $1,500 for SUVs and $1,750 for trucks (vehicles with excessive scratches or heavy swirls may need an in-person assessment for an accurate quote), and many owners combine the two. Driving a Tesla? See Tesla PPF.
FAQ
Good questions.
How much does full front PPF cost in Sarasota?
At Gulf Coast Auto Studio, Full Front paint protection film starts from $2,400 in Pure PPF with a 12-year warranty. The exact price depends on the vehicle and is confirmed in person.
How much does full body PPF cost?
Full Body PPF is quoted per vehicle because size, panel count and finish change the labor a lot. It takes 3–5 days. A full color change in PPF starts from $8,000.
How long does a PPF install take?
Full Front typically takes 1–3 days and Full Body 3–5 days, because we remove badges, trim and lights where needed so the edges are tucked.
Does PPF turn yellow?
The Pure PPF we install carries a 12-year manufacturer warranty against yellowing, cracking and bubbling.
Is matte (Frost) PPF available on a full front?
We offer Frost satin-matte as Full Body only, so the finish is uniform across every panel.
Can you ceramic coat over PPF?
Often, but check first: Pure PPF’s warranty excludes problems caused by coatings or sealants it hasn’t approved. Tell us what film you have and we’ll recommend the right approach; our 5-year ceramic coating package starts from $1,000 for coupes.
Get an exact price for your car.
Send the year, make and model and the coverage you want. We’ll confirm the price in person.