️ What Areas of the Car Should You Cover With PPF—Just the Front or the Full Body?

Choosing the Right PPF Coverage for Your Ride

You’re sold on the idea of Paint Protection Film (PPF)… but now comes the real question:

How much of your car should you actually wrap?

Just the high-impact zones? Full-body? Something in between?

Let’s break it down so you’re not over-spending—or under-protecting.

The 3 Main PPF Coverage Options

1. Front-End / Partial Kit (aka “Standard” Protection)

Covers the high-risk, forward-facing areas:

  • Front bumper
  • Hood (partial or full)
  • Fenders (partial or full)
  • Headlights & mirror caps

✅ Best for: Highway drivers, commuters, budget-conscious owners

Optional: Add rocker panels or A-pillars for extra daily-driver protection

2. Track / Performance Kit

All of the above plus key secondary zones:

  • Rocker panels / lower doors
  • Rear wheel impact zones
  • A-pillars & roofline
  • Luggage area (rear bumper top)

✅ Best for: Sports cars, performance builds, or anyone who drives “spiritedly”

3. Full-Body Coverage

Every painted panel. Bumper to bumper. Seamless protection.

✅ Best for:

  • Luxury & exotic vehicles
  • Dark-colored cars that show every scratch
  • Matte paint (you need full coverage to preserve the uniform look)
  • Anyone who wants peace of mind and ultimate resale value

Yes, it’s an investment—but also the gold standard of long-term protection.

What Areas Get Damaged Most?

Even daily driving exposes your car to:

  • Rock chips on the front bumper
  • Scratches around door handles & fuel doors
  • Scuffs on the rear bumper from loading gear
  • Road rash on rocker panels & rear fender flares

So even if you don’t go full-body, a custom package based on how and where you drive is worth considering.

❌ What Happens If You Only Do “Some” Panels?

  • PPF stops damage. But:
  • A protected hood with unprotected fenders? You’ll see the chips.
  • Door dings below the line of PPF? Still a risk.
  • Matte paint with partial coverage? Visible sheen differences.

Moral of the story? Consistency matters. Seamless = invisible.

Bottom Line:

You don’t need to cover your entire car to get results—but the more you protect, the less you regret.

Not sure what’s right for your ride? We’ll walk the vehicle with you and design a PPF plan that matches your budget, usage, and goals.