Potential new CT4-V Blackwing owner, things to note on delivery?

[brewski]

I'm assuming brake linings means brake pads and not the lining in brake fluid hoses.

 

[mfcentex]

Did anyone get PPF on their car before picking it up? I'm in the debate now. I have a local quote, but I need to drive the car back from Dallas to Austin. My current car shows a lot of chips on the front bumper, most of which are from I35 (between Dallas and Austin). The dealer has a local shop that can do Xpel (they are getting a quote now).

 

[1Evil55]

Chances are good you'll get a better job done at an actual detail shop. The dealer is likely not going to do a paint correction to the same quality as a reputable shop. Like a paint job, the prep is where all the work is.

 

[mfcentex]

Chances are good you'll get a better job done at an actual detail shop. The dealer is likely not going to do a paint correction to the same quality as a reputable shop. Like a paint job, the prep is where all the work is.

My current thought is more around being local for warranty issues. It looks like the dealer in Arlington subs this out to an actual shop. They use this place: Custom Koncepts Fort Worth's Premiere Window Tinting & Ceramic Coating

 

[1Evil55]

There are a number of members here familiar with that area. I am not. My opinion comes from general experiences at the local dealer. I don't consider them for a detailer. My local dealer has it in their notes to refuse cleaning services if it is ever in their shop. Yours sounds like an actual detail shop and not the dealer themselves. That alone makes me feel a little better. If you have time prior you should check out their shop and some of the vehicles they are currently working on as well as ones they've previously done. Most of the time, not always, the other cars in the shop is a decent indicator of their capability.

 

[oldskoolboarder]

I wonder how many owners went a full 1500 miles without ever exceeding 4000 RPM. I was very good for 500 miles with my 2022, but that tach changing does make it harder. I posted a video once before, honest to God truth... within seconds of hitting 500 miles and my tach opening up to 6500, Welcome to the Jungle began to play on the radio. It was amazing. I wonder what will play when the current car gets there?

Me! Just above 1K right now.

 

[oldskoolboarder]

I did PPF/ceramic a week after I picked it up. I drove about 500 miles back home. First time and I'm glad I did. Got a good deal because I took up a last minute cancellation slot. The ceramic code has a lifetime warranty as long as I bring it in yearly for a checkup. I took it in for a 2 week checkin and they correct a small issue. I washed it yesterday w/ Griot's rinseless wash & glass cleaner and she's spotless. Very happy w/ the results.

I was skeptical but the ceramic coat actually fixed a 'dent' I had noticed on the rear door. I was the only one at the dealer that could notice it. I kinda complained and they offered to cover the repair but warned me that it will not look the same. I'm well aware of that, considering the grey (which is why I tend to avoid that color). After the ceramic coat, it was almost gone.