Why You Should Avoid Dealership Auto Protection Packages

In recent years, many drivers have reported frustration with poor-quality auto protection packages sold at car dealerships. Customers are getting ceramic coatings and paint protection that fail within weeks and, new vehicles delivered with scratches and scuffs, even while opting into the expensive auto protection packages that car salespeople are constantly trying to push. Independent detailers are also seeing a steady rise in customers who feel misled or disappointed after trusting a dealership with the care of their new car.

With this trend growing as more and more people choose to purchase new cars from large conglomerate dealerships, new car buyers are becoming more dissatisfied with the quality of the protection done by these dealerships. That’s why many people are now turning to ceramic coatings and other automotive protections done by experienced and reliable independent auto detailers. Let’s learn more about why you should ditch the dealership and get your car protection done independently.

Dealerships Cut Corners On Automotive Protections

A major issue is that dealerships sell products labeled as ceramic coatings, but in most cases, they are nothing more than short-lived hydrophobic sealants. They are applied quickly, often sprayed on without any proper preparation or paint correction. True ceramic coatings require time, training, and a controlled process, which dealerships rarely invest in.

Customers often assume they are getting long-term protection only to discover that tree sap still bonds to the paint, scratches appear immediately after a wash, or the surface loses its gloss within weeks. When they return to the dealership with concerns, they are met with vague explanations or deflection rather than real solutions. This gap between expectation and reality leaves many car owners feeling misled, especially after paying premium prices.

In just one week, Andrew at AAG Detailing worked with three different customers who came directly because of dealership-related issues. One brought in a brand-new Camry that the dealership claimed had been ceramic-coated. It hadn’t. The customer recognized immediately that the finish looked wrong, brought the car to AAG, and later left a five-star review after receiving a proper ceramic coating. She was so impressed with the difference that she immediately scheduled her husband’s truck as well.

Another customer arrived with a rental vehicle covered in swirls and imperfections, which was damage caused entirely by the dealership’s own “detailing” team. A third customer came in with a brand new GMC Denali truck worth just shy of $100,000, yet it had been delivered with visible scratches and poor paint condition. Even a customer with no detailing expertise can tell that this is poor workmanship and that these dealerships cut corners on the protection in the name of profits.

These situations have become common enough that they can no longer be dismissed as isolated incidents. Customers are consistently noticing what dealerships either overlook or cause, and they are seeking out professionals to correct the problems.

Dealerships Overprice Detailing Services With Minimal Work

Dealership protection packages frequently exceed $1,000. While the price may appear comparable to what a professional detailer charges, the level of work is not even close. Independent detailers spend hours preparing the paint, correcting imperfections, and applying high-quality coatings backed by recognized warranties. Dealership “packages,” on the other hand, are typically rushed applications done by untrained staff using lower-grade products. They cost full price, but only deliver quick, low-effort applications that offer nothing more than temporary gloss and shine, rather than long-term protection

This difference becomes clear the moment a customer brings the vehicle to a professional. On dealership-protected vehicles, swirls, scratches, and uneven finishes reveal that no serious detailing work was ever done, despite the dealership charging full professional prices.

Independent Detailers Deliver Real Value And Results

A trained detailer’s business depends on quality, transparency, and customer trust. When a customer brings their vehicle in, they expect a high standard of work, and detailers take the time to meet it. They inspect the paint with the customer, explain previous damage or improper application, and focus on producing results the owner can actually see. For many customers, the difference is immediate. They notice that scratches are gone, gloss has been restored, and that the protection stays strong after tens of thousands of miles on the road.

Independent detailers are also far more willing to educate customers on proper maintenance, how real ceramic coatings behave, and what they can expect over time. Rather than relying on rushed upsells, they operate with clarity and professionalism, which are qualities that dealership service departments rarely provide.

Protect Your New Vehicle The Right Way

Dealerships are in the business of selling cars quickly and profitably. Independent detailers are in the business of protecting those cars with skill, precision, and integrity. If you want real paint protection that delivers real results, the smartest decision is to decline the dealership package and trust a trained professional instead.

Contact AAG Auto Detailing To Protect Your New Car

If you want real results that offer true protection for your new vehicle, reach out to AAG auto detailing today. We have helped hundreds of customers feel confident that their car will remain protected for whatever life throws its way. AAG uses only the top ceramic coating products, we provide our customers with true paint decontamination, detailed polishing and correction, hours of hands-on care, and professional results that you can trust. If you are tired of the games that car dealerships play to make a few bucks and are ready for real automotive protection, choose AAG Auto Detailing. Located in Tamaqua PA, we offer ceramic coating, exterior detailing, interior only detailing, full detailing packages, and more. Check out our customer reviews, and https://www.aagautodetailing.com/contact today to get your car the real protection it deserves.