I recently discovered this product online and was wondering if anyone here has had any experience using it. It sounds too good to be true but there have been a lot of talk on various forums about how legit this stuff really is.

http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-opti-coat.html

 

Optimum Polymer Technologies is a very reputable company and a trusted name in the car care industry. The owner of the company also happens to be the chemist behind their formulas. Optimum is known for their unique approach to car care.

Opti-Coat is a resin based coating, not a wax or a sealant. It forms a permanent bond to the paint that cures and essentially acts as an additional layer of clear coat. Can it be removed? Absolutely. A heavy polish or compound will remove Opti-Coat. When you apply Opti-Coat, the only maintenance required is washing and the use of a quick detailer if you want to enhance the gloss even more. Over time as the paint gets dirty, you can use Poli-Seal (a light abrasive all in one polish) along with a soft finishing pad to "clean" the surface. This will also provide additional gloss.

Opti-Coat is for those who seek a permanent form of protection for their vehicle. Opti-Coat has been around for years under the name Opti-Guard, which is a slightly different formula, and has been offered exclusively to professional detailers who have clients that are after a permanent coating to protect the paint on their vehicle for the life of the car. There was such a high demand for Opti-Guard to be made available to the general public that Optimum tweaked the formula and came out with Opti-Coat 2.0 - which is much easier to use than Opti-Guard but still provides permanent protection.

Opti-Coat is for an experienced user and for proper application, the surface being applied to needs to be highly polished. You don't want to apply Opti-Coat to a dirty surface that's loaded with contaminants and/or swirls and other paint defects.

Hope that clears the air.

 

Nick, thanks for the very thorough response. Opti-coat sounds like a great product that could make other waxes and sealants obsolete!

 

No problem.

It really depends on what it is that you're looking for. On my personal vehicle, Opti-Coat is not for me because I actually enjoy waxing and polishing my car every month or two. For some, doing so is a hassle, and Opti-Coat is an excellent option for the crowd of people that seek nothing more than outstanding protection for the life of their vehicle.

Opti-Coat 2.0 has been a big hit since it became available to the general public a couple months ago. We've been getting a lot of excellent feedback on it and it continues to be a favorite amongst professional detailers.

 

I am too curious to try this new product, but there is only one feedback on autogeek, and it is not elaborate enough for me.

Nick,

how does this permanent coating compare to say 4star UPP? Does it have the same wet look and sleek feel to it? You say it can be removed with a heavy polishing - can I do this with my amateur orbital PC polisher and say, Sonus SFX-1 restoration polish or anything heavier would be required?
Is it easy to tell that the coat was completely removed?
What is the thickness of the film once cured - can I use it on the front bumper to work as a clear bra protection?

Thank you

 

Four Star UPP is a sealant that wears off after 4-6 months, where Opti-Coat is a permanent coating.

Opti-Coat 2.0 produces an excellent, mirror like finish that is very slick. To remove the Opti-Coat, simply use a heavy polish or compound with a cutting pad on a DA Polisher. You will know when the coating is removed because water will no longer bead and the finish won't be as slick or glossy.

Matt applied Opti-Coat 2.0 to his family's new daily driver, a 2011 Camry. He did a full write up and posted excellent pictures.

New Car Opti Coat 2.0 detail - 2011 Camry SE

 

Be cognizant that a clear coating will highlight whatever its applied too; ensure all scratches are removed before application

Opti- Coat™ (ex Opti-Guard) is hyper-concentrated coating product, so a little bit goes a long way. One ounce will seal and protect 3-4 vehicles. It comes with an 8 oz. Spray bottle and a foam applicator pad. A 2-4 µ (microns) film and a hardness of 9H when fully cross-linked is claimed. As a clear coat is approx 2-3Mils (50-76µ) thickness; a 2-4µ is substantial. If this applied thickness is sustainable it would have a massive impact on the car paint protection coatings industry.

It provides a crystal clear polymer barrier between the finish and the harsh elements, and best of all it easily goes on in minutes. Once completed, you will be left with a beautiful finish that the makers claim will provide years of protection.

 

I think you may be confusing Opti-Coat with Opti-Seal. Opti-Coat comes in a 20cc syringe and Opti-Seal is a spray sealant, not a permanent coating. Opti-Seal only comes in an 8oz bottle with a sprayer.




But you're 100% correct when you say that Opti-Coat needs to be applied over a highly polished surface free of defects (swirls, water spots, etc) because Opti-Coat does NOT hide imperfections. If you polish your vehicle and remove all the defects first, it's important to use an IPA wipe down or some other type of paint prep to remove the polishing oils from the surface prior to applying Opti-Coat.

 

Thanks for the clarification (need 2nd cup of coffee before I start typing)