ST6 Detailers · Colorado Springs
The 3-Year Daily Driver Favorite.
Ideal for daily drivers who want the best balance of Ceramic Coating cost, gloss, easier washing, and protection time. Gtechniq Accredited, family owned and operated — Paint Correction is included on this package before the Ceramic Coating ever touches the panel. No shortcuts on prep, no rushed application.
✓ Only Accredited Installer in El Paso County
● Paint Correction Included
$ 899 starting
● 3 Years Term
17+ Years Experience
✓ Satisfaction Guaranteed
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400+ Five-Star Reviews
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Ceramic CoatingsGtechniq Ceramic Coatings for gloss, easier washing, and paint protection.
Paint Protection FilmProfessional-grade Paint Protection Film for rock chips, highway wear, and high-impact panels.
Window Tint3M Window Tint for heat rejection, glare control, privacy, and cleaner glass.
Real Reviews, Real Customers.
Verified Google reviews from ST6 customers — the same trust that backs every service, including ceramic coating.
★★★★★They explained why Paint Correction mattered before Ceramic Coating on my black Ford Raptor. No pressure, just showed me what was in the paint under the light.
★★★★★Water beading after the Ceramic Coating was exactly what I wanted. Washing is faster and my BMW M5 does not hold contaminants like it used to.
★★★★★ST6 caught water spots on my Grand Cherokee that I had stopped noticing. They did the Paint Correction first and the Ceramic Coating finish came out deep and clean.
★★★★★Scheduled the Platinum Exterior on my Porsche 911 GT4 before Ceramic Coating. They explained what Paint Correction was needed before starting and did not just guess.
★★★★★The quote made sense, the crew showed up with the right setup, and my F-150 came back cleaner than expected.
★★★★★They did not oversell the service. They explained what the Raptor needed and what could wait.
Real Questions From Colorado Springs Owners
Is Ceramic Coating Right for Your Vehicle?
The right package depends on how long you plan to keep the vehicle, how it's parked, and how much maintenance you want to do yourself.
What does Ceramic Coating actually do?
It adds a protective barrier over properly prepped paint. It improves water beading, gloss, UV support, contaminant resistance, and how easily the vehicle washes.
Is Paint Correction really included, or is that an upsell?
It's included on every package, not an upsell. Ceramic Coating should never be applied over dirty, hazy, or neglected paint — correction and prep come first on every tier we offer.
What actually happens before the coating goes on?
We wash, decontaminate, clay, remove bonded contaminants, evaluate the paint under lighting, perform the included Paint Correction, then panel-prep the surface before the Ceramic Coating is applied.
Paint Correction Break
Paint Corrected First. Ceramic Coating Second.
Before Ceramic Coating is applied, the paint is washed, decontaminated, polished, and corrected as needed. Ceramic Coating protects the finish underneath it, so proper Paint Correction and surface prep come first — every time, on every tier we offer.
Gtechniq Ceramic Coating
3-Year Ceramic Coating. What’s included.
Every package includes wash, decontamination, Paint Correction, panel prep, and Ceramic Coating application before the vehicle leaves.
3-Year Ceramic Coating is our most-booked package — built for the way most owners actually use a daily driver, not a garage queen schedule. Gtechniq EXO v5 gives you the hydrophobic, self-cleaning benefit of ceramic protection without paying for the multi-year systems reserved for five-plus-year ownership, and every job still starts with the same full decontamination and correction as our longest-lasting packages.
Best Balance
Daily Driver Favorite
3-Year Ceramic Coating
Ideal for daily drivers who want the best balance of Ceramic Coating cost, gloss, easier washing, and protection time.
$899 starting
Gtechniq EXO v5 Ceramic Coating
A durable, hydrophobic ceramic layer built for 3 years of daily-driver protection — water beads and sheets off instead of sitting and spotting.
Full Wash, Decontamination, Clay & Tar Removal
Embedded contamination is stripped from the paint before any correction begins, so the surface is genuinely clean before polishing starts.
Paint Evaluation Under Lighting
Swirls, scratches, and oxidation are assessed under controlled LED lighting to scope exactly how much correction the paint needs.
Full Paint Correction on the Entire Vehicle
Every panel is machine-polished to remove defects found in the evaluation — not spot-corrected, so the whole car looks consistent.
Panel Prep Before Ceramic Coating
A final IPA wipe removes polishing oils so the coating bonds directly to bare, corrected paint rather than sitting on residue.
3-Year Ceramic Coating Questions
How long does the 3-Year package actually take?
It's a multi-day service — full decontamination and correction take real time, and the coating needs to properly flash and cure before the vehicle can be driven or washed.
Is 3-Year enough protection for a daily driver?
Yes, it's specifically built for daily-driver use — regular washing, seasonal weather, and normal ownership. If you plan to keep the car 5+ years, 5-Year or Ultra offer longer-lasting systems.
Do I still need to wash the car after coating?
Yes, but washing is easier and faster — the hydrophobic surface sheds dirt and water, so less scrubbing is needed and the paint stays cleaner between washes.
Compare Other Tiers
Not sure this is the right term? See the other options.
Starting prices shown are for a standard sedan. Larger vehicles are quoted after inspection.
Extended Protection
5-Year Ceramic Coating
$1,099
View 5-Year →Maximum Longevity
Ultra 9-Year Ceramic Coating
$1,599
View Ultra 9-Year →Real Work at 512 Cooper Ave
Corrected and coated, in motion.
Real work from the Cooper Avenue studio — not stock photography. Every vehicle goes through the same decontamination and correction process before coating ever touches the panel.
Paint Correction · 50/50 Swirl RemovalCeramic Coating · Porsche 911
Ceramic Coating · Water Beading
Ceramic Coating · Completed Vehicle
Paint Correction · Inspection
Ceramic Coating · Deep Gloss & Clarity
Dana Starr, ST6 Detailers
Ceramic Coating · Showroom FinishShowroom Detail
Ceramic Coating · Reflection & Depth
Ceramic Coating · Finished ResultWhy Ceramic Coating Helps
Real protection, not just a shine.
Colorado Springs sits at over 6,000 feet, where UV exposure runs roughly 36% higher than at sea level. Coating helps here more than most places.
Bird Droppings & Bug Acids
Ceramic Coating adds a protective barrier over paint after prep and Paint Correction, so contamination has a harder time biting directly into the finish.
UV & Fading Support
Ceramic Coating helps protect the finish from Colorado sun exposure and daily weather that slowly dulls unprotected paint.
Better Water Beading, Easier Washing
Water releases faster from Ceramic Coating protected paint, which makes rinsing and regular washing easier when the vehicle is maintained correctly.
Paint Protection Film · Window Tint
Already booking a coating? Protect the rest of the vehicle.
Paint Protection Film and Window Tint pair naturally with a coating appointment — same Cooper Avenue studio, same visit if you want to bundle it.
Paint Protection Film
Professional-grade Paint Protection Film for high-impact areas. Choose PPF when rock chips, highway driving, and front-end damage matter more than gloss alone.
Window Tint
Genuine 3M window film for heat rejection, glare control, and privacy. Pairs well with a coating visit if you're already at the shop.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Compare Ceramic Coating Packages
Starting prices shown are for a standard sedan. Larger vehicles, trucks, and SUVs with more surface area are quoted after inspection.
| Package | Starting Price | Term | Paint Correction | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Year | $899 | 3 Years | Full correction, entire vehicle | Best balance for daily drivers |
| 5-Year | $1,099 | 5 Years | Full correction + free Smart View glass | Longer ownership plans |
| Ultra 9-Year | $1,599 | 9 Years | Full correction + free C5 Wheel Armour + Smart View glass | Maximum longevity, full bundle |
Our Process
Three steps. No shortcuts on prep.
After the Ceramic Coating package is selected, we prepare the surface, apply the Ceramic Coating, and inspect the finish before pickup.
01
Wash, Decontaminate & Evaluate
Every vehicle is washed, clayed, and evaluated under lighting so we know exactly what the paint needs before anything else happens.
02
Paint Correction
Included on every package. The finish is polished and corrected to remove swirls, oxidation, and haze before coating goes on.
03
Ceramic Coating & Inspection
The Ceramic Coating is applied, cured, and inspected for even coverage before the vehicle leaves the shop.
Gtechniq Accredited Installer
The only accredited installer in El Paso County.
Any detailer can buy a coating bottle. Gtechniq Accreditation means ST6 has been trained and certified directly by Gtechniq on paint preparation, correction discipline, controlled application, curing, and aftercare — the standard that separates a professional installation from a basic application. Gtechniq's accreditation program also protects territory, so ST6 is the only Gtechniq Accredited Installer serving Colorado Springs and El Paso County.
C1
Gtechniq C1
The foundational ceramic coating layered into every package for an accessible, durable shine.
EXO
EXO v5
Longer-lasting hydrophobic ceramic protection used in our 3-Year package.
CSL
Crystal Serum Light
Professional-grade 9H ceramic coating rated up to 5 years, used in our 5-Year package.
CSU
Crystal Serum Ultra
Gtechniq's flagship 10H ceramic coating rated up to 9 years, used in our Ultra package.
C5
C5 Wheel Armour
Dedicated wheel and rim ceramic coating — included free with the Ultra package, available as an add-on on any other tier.
G1
G1 ClearVision Smart Glass
Hydrophobic glass coating included free on the 5-Year and Ultra packages for clearer visibility in rain.
Accreditation & Warranty
Not just a sticker. A real credential and a real guarantee.
Accreditation is earned through Gtechniq's own training program. The warranty is registered directly with Gtechniq, not a promise we made up ourselves.
What Accreditation Actually Requires
Gtechniq Accreditation isn't a certificate you can buy off a shelf. It requires a minimum of 2 years running a detailing business, then hands-on training directly with Gtechniq covering coating preparation, correction discipline, and proper installation of Crystal Serum Ultra and EXO v5. Accreditation also comes with protected territory, which is why ST6 is the only accredited installer serving Colorado Springs and El Paso County.
The Warranty Is Real
Crystal Serum Ultra carries a genuine 9-year guarantee, registered directly with Gtechniq within 30 days of application — not just a service promise from ST6. It covers repair or retreatment at no cost if the finish is damaged by tree sap, bug splatter, bird or bat droppings, or UV exposure. Every package carries a manufacturer-backed guarantee for its term, the same way the 9-Year package does.
Add-On Protection
Want your wheels protected too? Ask about C5 Wheel Armour.
Gtechniq's dedicated wheel and rim ceramic coating — already included free on our Ultra 9-Year package, and available as a standalone add-on on any other tier.
C5 Wheel Armour
Brake dust resists bonding, wheels stay easier to clean, and the finish holds up to repeated heat cycling — a coating built specifically for rims, not repurposed paint coating. Included free with the Ultra 9-Year package. On the 3-Year or 5-Year packages, it's available as a standalone add-on — tell us your wheel count and finish and we'll quote it separately.
Request a Wheel Coating QuoteA Question We Get Constantly
Wax vs Ceramic Coating — what's the real difference?
Both leave the paint looking great on day one. Only one still protects it six months later.
Carnauba Wax
Typical lifespan6–8 weeks
Bond to paintSits on top, no chemical bond
UV protection~70%, degrades within weeks
Scratch resistanceMinimal
Typical costLower, but reapplied often
Gtechniq Ceramic Coating — what ST6 installs
Typical lifespan1 to 9 years, by package
Bond to paintChemical bond to the clear coat
UV protection~95%, sustained over the package term
Scratch resistance9H hardness — resists micro-scratches from washing
Typical costHigher upfront, no repeat reapplication
Where people get confused: both make the paint look great immediately. The difference shows up over time — wax sits on top and breaks down in 6 to 8 weeks, while ceramic coating chemically bonds to the clear coat and holds its beading, gloss, and UV protection for years, not weeks. Wax is fine for someone who enjoys reapplying it every couple months. Ceramic coating is for someone who wants that protection to just be there.
Before You Book
Ceramic Coating Questions
Clear answers on how the process works, what's included, and what the coating can and can't do.
Why choose the 3-Year over the 5-Year?
The 3-Year EXO v5 package is the best balance for most daily drivers — full ceramic protection at a lower entry cost than the 5-Year Crystal Serum Light, with the same full Paint Correction included on every tier.
Can Ceramic Coating be applied mobile?
Some packages can be applied in a clean garage when conditions are right. The Ultra 9-Year package is in-shop only — outdoor wind, dust, direct sun, or cold temperatures aren't good coating conditions.
How long does Ceramic Coating take?
A simple coating application can be same-day. Coating plus deeper Paint Correction can take longer because the finish has to be cleaned, corrected, prepped, applied, and inspected before pickup.
Does Ceramic Coating stop scratches?
No. Ceramic Coating isn't scratch-proof. It helps with gloss, UV exposure, chemical resistance, contaminant release, and easier washing — safe washing habits still matter.
How much does Ceramic Coating cost?
Packages start at $899 for the 3-Year and range up to $1,599 for the Ultra 9-Year bundle. Starting prices are for a standard sedan — larger vehicles, trucks, and SUVs are quoted after inspection.
How long does Ceramic Coating actually last?
It depends on the package: 1 year for EXO, 3 years for our 3-Year package, 5 years for Crystal Serum Light, and up to 9 years for Crystal Serum Ultra. Real-world longevity also depends on how the vehicle is stored and washed.
When can I wash my car after Ceramic Coating?
We recommend waiting a full 7 days before washing so the coating fully cures and reaches maximum hardness. You can drive the vehicle during that period — just avoid washing it unless it's covered in something like bird droppings or road salt.
Do I still need to wash my car after it's Ceramic Coated?
Yes. Ceramic Coating makes washing faster and reduces how much contamination bonds to the paint, but it isn't maintenance-free — regular washing is still part of keeping the coating and the finish underneath it protected.
Is the Ceramic Coating warranty transferable if I sell the vehicle?
No. Gtechniq's guarantee is registered to the original vehicle and owner at the time of application and is non-transferable.
What areas does ST6 serve for Ceramic Coating?
Ceramic Coating is applied in-shop at 512 Cooper Avenue, and we serve customers throughout Colorado Springs, Woodland Park, and Manitou Springs.
Protect the Investment
Tell us about the vehicle, and we'll recommend the Gtechniq package that fits how long you plan to keep it.
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ST6 Detailers
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512 Cooper Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
(719) 517-7220
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