Choosing the Right Meguiar’s Ceramic Coating for Your Vehicle

Friday, 6 June 2025

If you’re serious about protecting your car’s paint and boosting its shine, ceramic coatings are a smart investment. These advanced protectants offer outstanding durability, chemical resistance, and jaw-dropping gloss — forming a tough shield that keeps your car looking fresh for the long haul.

At Meguiar’s NZ, we offer two standout ceramic coating options to suit different needs and levels of detailing experience:
Meguiar’s Ultimate Ceramic Coating and Meguiar’s M888 Beyond Ceramic Paint Coating.
Both offer exceptional performance — the key is choosing the one that best fits your lifestyle and skill level.

Meguiar’s Ultimate Ceramic Coating: Fast, Easy, and Effective

For busy car owners and DIYers who want pro-level protection without the complexity, Meguiar’s Ultimate Ceramic Coating delivers big results in a user-friendly spray format. It enhances gloss, improves water beading, and even hides light surface imperfections — all in just a few easy steps.

Ideal for well-maintained vehicles, it’s the perfect solution for those who want to keep their car looking top-tier without the need for paint correction or time-consuming prep.

Why choose Ultimate Ceramic Coating?

  • Quick spray-on, wipe-off application
  • Impressive shine, slickness, and hydrophobic performance
  • Helps conceal minor paint defects
  • No certification or specialised tools needed
  • Perfect for DIYers, weekend warriors, and busy enthusiasts
  • Up to 1 year of protection with proper care

Meguiar’s M888 Beyond Ceramic Paint Coating: Professional-Grade Protection Made Simple

When only the best will do, Meguiar’s M888 brings pro-level ceramic technology into your garage. Designed with cutting-edge proprietary chemistry, this coating offers multi-year durability, exceptional chemical resistance, and intense water beading. It’s everything you’d expect from a high-end detailer — but without the pro-only restrictions.

While it requires more prep work (like decontamination and paint correction), M888 is remarkably user-friendly thanks to its self-leveling formula. With the right approach, even home users can achieve studio-quality results.

Why choose M888 Beyond Ceramic?

  • Long-term, multi-year protection with proper prep and maintenance*
  • Maximum resistance to chemicals and environmental fallout
  • Fills minor imperfections and enhances gloss
  • DIY-accessible with pro-tier results
  • Recommended use includes ceramic booster sprays for maintenance

*Based on contact angle durability tests. Requires appropriate prep and upkeep for optimal performance.

Which Coating Is Right for You?

Feature

Ultimate Ceramic Coating

M888 Beyond Ceramic

Durability

Up to 1 year

Multi-year*

Application Complexity

Simple spray-and-wipe

Requires full prep

Ideal User

DIYers and everyday drivers

Detailers and enthusiasts

Chemical Resistance

Moderate

High

Paint Defect Concealment

Yes

No


Ready to Protect Your Investment?

Whether you're keeping things quick and easy or going all-in for ultimate long-term results, Meguiar’s has a ceramic coating that fits your style. No certification. No complicated tools. Just premium paint protection straight from your own garage.

Explore our full range today and find the perfect coating for your ride.
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