I'm going to be buying a new truck here shortly. The dealership is offering "Luster Glaze" for undercoating/paint/carpets. They charge $835 +GST for the service.

I would like my truck to be protected from rust/salt/paint issues and whatnot. It is convenient to have the dealer do it for me despite the extra cost.

Does anyone here no about this product? Is it fine for a new vehicle?

 

Generally speaking, these 'add on protection packages' are the highest profit items that dealerships offer.

As a professional detailer, I can detail a full size truck several times for $835 and feel quite confident that the 'protection' that I would bring to your vehicle would be way above and beyond that of what the stealership is offering.

My two cents -- keep that coin in your pocket and spend it with a reputable detailer on an 'as needed' basis.

-RP-

 

If the dealership only offers Luster Glaze, should I just skip it altogether? I'd like to give my underside/paint/upholstery all the life I can.

 

I would. For that sort of money, you could buy a ton of products (that are probably better), and either do it yourself, or just have someone else do it.

 

Corrosion protection from the factory on new vehicles these days is worlds better than it used to be. There is a very heavy use of plastics and high-tech coatings. Add-on undercoating can actually promote corrosion, it can seal in crud that's already been deposited.

For carpets and upholstery, you can do the same thing yourself with a spray can of Scotchgard. For the exterior finish, standard detailing including sealants and waxes are as good, if not better, than any of these profit margin builders.

If you live in a high salt area, you can't beat a simple undercarriage wash periodically in the winter when weather permits.