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manwiches · 03-20-2017, 01:24 PM

I'm too lazy to read through the past few posts, but Re: addons (Sound proofing, rust inhibitors etc, diamond coat, etc).

It's all pointless to get these on a brand new vehicle. Brand new vehicles already have all this put on it. Not only this, dealers mark it up over 400%. Also, in Calgary weather, you're car is going to feel the effects of weather/salt etc. There's nothing you can do about that other than wash your car. Lastly, the average expectancy of ownership of a car is 4 years. When your car starts to rust etc, it will be outside of this timeframe, so why are you paying for it? My source is my cousin too, who's family owns an autobody shop.

Another note. You want 3M? Don't buy from a dealer, unless they're willing to match the costs from a 3rd party. You can get full set of 3M for under $400 from a 3rd party, easily.

03-20-2017, 01:24 PM	#47
manwiches Powerplay Quarterback Join Date: Oct 2009 Exp:	I'm too lazy to read through the past few posts, but Re: addons (Sound proofing, rust inhibitors etc, diamond coat, etc). It's all pointless to get these on a brand new vehicle. Brand new vehicles already have all this put on it. Not only this, dealers mark it up over 400%. Also, in Calgary weather, you're car is going to feel the effects of weather/salt etc. There's nothing you can do about that other than wash your car. Lastly, the average expectancy of ownership of a car is 4 years. When your car starts to rust etc, it will be outside of this timeframe, so why are you paying for it? My source is my cousin too, who's family owns an autobody shop. Another note. You want 3M? Don't buy from a dealer, unless they're willing to match the costs from a 3rd party. You can get full set of 3M for under $400 from a 3rd party, easily.