Your car's paint is one of its most valuable and most vulnerable assets. Road debris, stone chips, UV exposure, and everyday driving all take a toll that is difficult and expensive to reverse. Paint Protection Film is a near-invisible, self-healing thermoplastic urethane film bonded directly to your vehicle's painted surfaces. It physically absorbs impacts, resists chemical contamination, prevents yellowing, and self-repairs minor scratches when exposed to heat. At Executive Details, we install XPEL film exclusively. No compromises, no alternatives.
Why We Only Use XPEL
Not all paint protection film is equal. We researched every major brand on the market before making our decision and XPEL is the only product we trust on a client's vehicle.
Self-Healing Technology
XPEL was the first brand in the world to introduce heat-activated self-healing PPF in 2011. Minor scratches and swirl marks disappear when exposed to sunlight, warm water, or gentle heat. Your paint stays flawless without any intervention.
Optical Clarity
XPEL film is engineered to be virtually invisible once installed. No yellowing, no hazing, no colour shift. Your paint looks exactly as it did the day you bought the car, only protected.
Hydrophobic & Chemical Resistant
Hydrophobic and Chemical Resistant: The topcoat actively repels water, bird droppings, bugacids, road salt, tree sap, and automotive fluids. Contaminants that would normally etch into your clear coat simply cannot penetrate the film.
XPEL DAP Precision Cutting
Every installation uses XPEL's proprietary Design Access Program, a vehicle-specific digital cutting system. No freehand trimming near your paintwork. Ever.
Three Levels of Protection. One Standard of Installation.
Every EXD PPF installation uses genuine XPEL film. We offer three tiers to suit different vehicles, budgets, and protection requirements. All three are professionally installed by our trained technicians in our controlled Sandton facility.
XPEL XTREME
Warranty: 5 Years
Self-Healing Topcoat
UV & Yellowing Resistance
Hydrophobic Topcoat
Optical Clarity: High
Ideal Coverage: High Impact Zones
Manufacturer Covers: Yellowing, cracking, blistering, delamination
XO ARMOUR
Warranty: 7 Years
Self-Healing Topcoat
UV & Yellowing Resistance
Hydrophobic Topcoat
Edge Seal Technology
Optical Clarity: High
Ideal Coverage: High Impact or Full
Manufacturer Covers: Yellowing, cracking, blistering, delamination
ULTIMATE PROTECTION
Warranty: 10 Years
Advanced Self-Healing Topcoat
Premium UV & Yellowing Resistance
Enhanced Hydrophobic Topcoat
Edge Seal Technology
Maximum Optical Clarity
Full Vehicle Recommended Coverage
Manufacturer Covers: Yellowing, cracking, blistering, delamination
Recommended
All XPEL manufacturer warranties are honoured through Executive Details as your authorised installer. Warranty coverage applies to manufacturing defects including yellowing, cracking, blistering, and delamination. Physical damage from accidents or misuse falls outside warranty scope.
Where Do You Want Protection?
High Impact Zone Coverage: The smart starting point for most clients. Covers the areas that take the most punishment on South African roads: front bumper, bonnet, front fenders, wing mirrors, door edge guards, door cup protectors, and headlights.
Full Vehicle Coverage: Complete protection from bonnet to boot. Every painted panel is covered.Recommended for exotic, collector, and high-value performance vehicles.
Investment
PPF pricing varies based on the film tier selected, the coverage option chosen, and the size and complexity of your vehicle. Every quote is specific to your car.Paint Protection Film at Executive Details starts from R20,000.Contact us for a personalised quote on your vehicle.
Pricing is confirmed after a vehicle assessment. We do not charge for consultations.
What to Expect
1. Vehicle Assessment: We inspect your vehicle's paint condition before any film is applied. If paint correction is required, we will advise you before proceeding. Applying PPF over compromised paint locks in existing defects permanently.
2. Full Decontamination: A thorough wash, clay bar decontamination, and surface preparation removes every trace of contamination, wax, or sealant that could affect film adhesion.
3. Precision Digital Cutting: Using XPEL's DAP system, panels are digitally cut to your vehicle's exact specifications. No trimming near your paint work.
4. Professional Installation: Film is applied in our temperature and humidity-controlled bays by trained technicians. We work section by section to ensure zero air pockets, perfect alignment, and invisible seams.
5. Curing and Quality Inspection: The film is allowed to cure and bond properly before a final detailed inspection. We only release a vehicle when it meets our own standard.
FAQ
How long does a PPF installation take?
Depending on coverage and film tier, a full vehicle installation typically takes two to three days. Highimpact zone coverage can be completed in one day.
Can PPF be applied over existing paint correction work?
Yes, and we actually recommend it. Paint correction removes any existing swirls or defects and thePPF then seals and protects that corrected finish.
Will PPF change the appearance of my car?
No. XPEL film is engineered to be optically clear and virtually invisible. Your car's colour, gloss, andfinish remain identical.
Can I apply ceramic coating over PPF?
Yes. We can apply a ceramic coating over XPEL PPF to enhance the hydrophobic properties furtherand make maintenance even easier.
What happens if the film gets damaged?
Individual panels or sections can be replaced without removing the entire installation.
Does PPF affect my vehicle's resale value?
Positively. A vehicle with documented PPF protection and original paint in excellent condition commands a premium at resale.
Do you work on all makes and models?
We specialise in luxury, exotic, and performance vehicles: Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren,Bentley, Mercedes-AMG, BMW M, and similar.
Ready to Protect Your Investment?
Speak to the team at Executive Details and we will put together a personalised PPFrecommendation for your vehicle.