Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0

[Kaleb G]

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No, you're not seeing things! 

For those of you that are familiar with the original Opti-Coat, you are well aware that its durability is second to none, but it was for professional use only and not available to the general public.    Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0 was modified slightly from the original professional formula, (The pro version is still available under the Opti-Guard name.) Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0 cures more slowly, which gives you more time to apply the coating correctly.  It's like adding an additional layer of clear coat to your vehicle.

When used on a properly prepped finish, Opti-Coat 2.0 will look clear, clean, and smooth.  Opti-Coat 2.0 will not wash off and regular washing is the only step needed to maintain the shine.

Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0 Permanent Paint Coating

What do you guys think?

[Kitzy]

I think the original has held up fantastic on the two sets of wheels I put it on.  I think it kind of takes the fun out of working on my own car though so I haven't put it on the paint.  You just better have the paint exactly how you want it before you apply this.

[Kaleb G]

I probably wouldn't use it on my paint, but wheels and trim would be so much easier with this.

Girlfriends car will definitely get a good coat once she gets a new one.

[Old Dogg™]

Im an Optimum fan and somehow I missed this product.
ESF, what did it cost and where did you get it?

Found some interesting reading....

http://www.ozmpsclub.com/forum/zen-automotive-suppliers-zas/7259-optimum-opti-coat.html

And this...

http://www.detailingbliss.com/forum/last-step-process-protection/13718-optimum-opti-coating-durability-test-review.htm

[Kitzy]

Justin was selling it.  Maybe still is unless they're only allowing him to sell the 2.0 to consumers now.  There was a whole thing about signing a waiver and I think he made a post here about offering it too.  I think it was $100 but I don't remember.  I bought it primarily to try out on my wheels because when I had the Expedition the wheels were raw polished aluminum and I wanted to see how they held up.  And then I traded it before winter came and I didn't get a chance to see how well it did over the winter but it held up well otherwise.  Apparently version 1 is called Opti-Guard now though according Kalebs original post. 

[Kaleb G]

They just released it Friday, I think.  Opti-coat is now opti-guard and is still accessible as it was before the release of 2.0.  I was told the only difference between the two is that 2.0 has a longer work time so you can correct the 'high spots'.  Putting an order in for some next Friday or the Friday after.

[Jhrod]

has anyone used this or cquartz on paint with good results yet?  I'm a little skeptical about it lasting for a  year but it would be nice if the trim stayed top notch for a season.  Especially for winter when for me i ususally only get to the power wash.

[Obsessive Detail]

I do carry the Opti Coat 2.0 if anyone is interested.

I know of a lot of people on another detail forum that prefer the Opti Coat over the Cquartz.