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      06-02-2025, 11:42 PM   #1
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Recommendations for ceramic/PPF shops around Boston

Hi Everyone,
I just bought a 15k mile, 2018 m2, and I’m looking for a good detail shop to do some paint correction, a ceramic coating, and possibly have the front bumper PPF’d as well. Car is in great shape, no scratches, chips or dents, just some hazing/swirl marks; but I think the previous owner went through an automatic car wash a few too many times.

If my budget was higher I would do more or full PPF, but with a kid on the way, I’m trying to keep it mid-range/reasonable. I had a GTI previously that I had a full ceramic coating on and it looked great.

I got a quote from AVI in Newton, and they seem like an awesome shop, but it was about triple most other quotes I’ve been getting. Anyone have any good experiences at a reasonable rate?
Thanks in advance.

*also I know this should probably go in the regional forum, but that one seems pretty empty - apologies.
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      06-05-2025, 09:16 AM   #2
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I just purchased an 840, I'm going to do a front PPF (full hood, full fenders, front bumper, mirrors, headlights) and tint throught Elite Auto Spa in Lawrence. Thinking of adding a ceramic coating as well as I want some paint correction on the rest of the car, but not totally decided on that yet. Will post feedback when I've had it done in a week.

Edit: did also get a quote from Automotive Elegance in Andover and it was literally identical to Elite Auto Spa
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      Yesterday, 08:45 AM   #3
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Unique Car Care did the PPF and Ceramic on my previous F15. Friends of mine have gone through Unique and Craft Detailing with great results.
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      Yesterday, 08:51 AM   #4
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I have used both Unique and Automotive Elegance. Not sure if they are the most cost effective shops.
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