Dieterich: (217) 925-5331Protect Your Investment & Preserve that New Car Shine with Professional Gtechniq Ceramic Coatings!
Enjoy a brilliant finish, easier cleaning, and long-lasting paint protection from a trusted local paint and refinishing team. Proudly serving Effingham County, Clay County, Jasper County, and Central and Southern Illinois communities.
What is ceramic coating?
Ceramic coating is a professional liquid protective coating that bonds with a vehicle's finish to create a durable protective layer. Compared with traditional wax, a professionally installed ceramic coating is designed to offer longer-lasting performance, exceptional gloss, and water-repellent properties that make routine washing easier and keeping your vehicle looking new.
At Probst Auto Body, we use Gtechniq coating systems and prepare the vehicle's finish before application so the coating can perform as intended.
Why do you need it?
Daily driving exposes your vehicle to road grime, salt, bugs, bird droppings, sunlight, and changing weather. Ceramic coating helps protect the appearance of your vehicle while keeping maintenance simpler.
- Long-lasting gloss and improved paint appearance
- Water and grime release more easily during washing
- Added resistance to common environmental and chemical contamination
- Less need for repeated waxing
- Keeps your vehicle looking new while protecting the re-sell value
Ceramic coatings do not make paint scratch-proof and do not replace paint protection film for rock chip protection.
How is Gtechniq different from wax or other ceramics?
Wax delivers short-term shine and requires regular reapplication. Consumer ceramic sprays may improve water beading, but typically do not offer the same durability as a properly prepared, professionally applied coating system.
Probst Auto Body offers Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light for excellent long-term protection and Crystal Serum Ultra as our premium professional coating. As a Gtechniq Accredited Installer, Probst Auto Body can offer Crystal Serum Ultra, an installer-restricted coating with an eligible nine-year Gtechniq manufacturer guarantee. An optional Gtechniq EXO topcoat boosts hydrophobic performance and gives your vehicle that "Show Car" appearance.
Why should you choose Probst Auto Body for your ceramic coating?
Because protecting your paint starts with understanding your paint. Since 2003, Probst Auto Body has built its reputation around collision repair, refinishing, surface preparation, and attention to finish quality. Our experience with paint and clear coat helps us assess the vehicle's condition and recommend appropriate preparation before a coating is installed.
As a Gtechniq Accredited Installer, we offer professional coating options — including Crystal Serum Ultra — not available to every detailing shop. We focus on careful preparation, professional installation, and a finish you can be proud of.
Locally Owned. Professionally Applied. Backed by a Name You Trust.
Ceramic Coating Packages
Choose the protection that fits your vehicle and how long you plan to keep it. Pricing is transparent, with a final quote based on vehicle size and paint condition.
| Package | Starting Price | Customer-Facing Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Year Ceramic Protection Gtechniq Crystal Serum | $900 | Professional wash and decontamination; preparation and enhancement polish; professional application; 5-year coating tier; |
| 9-Year Premium Protection Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra | $1,100 | Accredited Installer exclusive; professional wash and decontamination; preparation and enhancement polish; premium 9-year coating tier; |
Optional Upgrades: EXO hydrophobic topcoat starting at $200; windshield ceramic coating $100. Additional paint correction quoted after inspection.
Pricing varies with vehicle size; guarantee eligibility depends on Gtechniq's current registration, maintenance, and inspection requirements. Do not imply all vehicles or services automatically receive a warranty.
