My recently purchased 350h did not come with the optioned rear bumper protection trim that I’ve seen many owners have (it’s the piece of rubber that prevents scratches when moving things in and out of the trunk). After being EXTRA careful every time when loading and unloading things from the trunk I’m thinking it would be better to purchase something to protect that area. Would you guys recommend something rubber that’s similar to something offered by Lexus or maybe something like a clear ppf that I would have to learn to apply myself? Those who optioned for the rubber trim from the dealer, has it prevented scratches for you? Would you prefer a different option? Looking for something that’s effective, reasonably priced and not too difficult to install by myself. Thanks

 

Mine came with the rubber strip you mentioned, but it's pretty small. When I had the paint protection film installed on the front of the car, I had the installer put some of the same material on the rear bumper as well. It will protect against scratches from items being loaded, as you are wishing on yours. No point in a photo, it's clear and you really can't see it. However, I believe all those installers have templates for these cars, including the rear bumper. Just pick a good one and have it done.

 

I also just had clear PPF applied to the rear (along with most of the front of the car). I'm not sure what the NX one looks like since I don't have it, but I've had the rubber trim on other cars and unless ir wraps down the back I find the protection offered was insufficient. I think the PPF has a better coverage.

 

Following this thread. I’m looking for a nice OEM or aftermarket piece also.

 

WeatherTech makes a back floor liner that has a thing that flips out and covers the bumper. It's not terribly convenient but it does offer good protection.

 

I'm considering having the complete vehicle covered with PPF. Looking at the Xpel PPF. Haven't given much thought about the area of your concern. But now I'll take a look at that area as well. Thanks for suggestion.

 

I went to a local reputable shop here in the SF Bay Area, quoted ~$4.5-5K to wrap the whole 350h, a little too rich for my blood.
My brother did have his new Tesla Model S wrapped with Matte black, 3M Crystalline tinted the whole car including the glass roof (except Windshield), ceramic coating on top of the wrap, costed him a whopping $8K..........

 

I'm afraid I'll be receiving the same type numbers. If anything, I'll most likely do the front. I'm on my 6th Lexus and I've learned the paint they use is either brittle or not very good. I can't believe how many chips I get in the front and I don't travel on gravel roads or anything close to it. Just typical crap on the streets and highways I guess. So front protection is necessary when it comes to a Lexus. I'll ceramic coat the PPF myself. I've already done the complete car so It isn't that hard, especially if you get it early.

 

Yeah I think Ceramic coating is not that hard to do, it is really all labor charge doing all the prep work like clay baring..... I think wrapping the car takes more takes more skill.........

 

Agree.
Adam's Polishes has Spray Ceramic coating (super easy) that typically lasts 9-12 months. Their Ceramic Coating (time consuming) can last 7-9 years depending on which product you purchase. BUT you are 100% correct. All of the paint correction and prep work takes forever. I coated my NX 2 days after picking it up from the dealer with the 9+ year ceramic product. The prep work wasn't that bad since it was a new car. No paint correction was necessary. I did have to do all the other stuff though.

I had a truck wrapped and it was done pretty good. After 2 years I sold the business and pulled the wrap off and it was on pretty good. I discovered they actually used a glue of some kind around the edges of the doors and all the small bits and pieces. Then I had my Subaru Forester wrapped. I ceramic coated that after having it installed. No paint correction required and it wasn't that difficult. My issue was the place that installed it did a crappy job. After maybe 6 months a lot or the small bits and pieces started to pop up and be loose. So I'm a little leery having PPF applied. Don't want to lose another $2,500 due to crappy install. So we will see how the prices go. He said he would have the 2 quotes this afternoon.

 

Yeah that's why my brother only goes to that particular reputable shop (Wrapped/tint/coat). Lot of high end cars goes there. Do cost more, skill cost money I guess.

I have never done any ceramic coating. For the longest time, I do use a product call Klasse all in one and high gloss sealant. My 2017 ES350 gets the Klasse treatments every 6 months (before summer and rainy season), and after each hand wash I do a spray detailer/sealant touchup (70% Meguiar Quik Detailer + 30% Klasse high gloss sealant mixture). My ES is parked on the driveway 365 (wife gets the whole garage). So far after 6 years the ES still looks great.