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Paint protection film cost in Tbilisi is the most common consultation question at a detailing studio in 2026 — and simultaneously the most confusing. Studios price differently (some by square metre, some by body position, others by opaque packages), plus the final figure depends on car size and chosen film brand. As a result a customer often gets three different "prices for the same thing" from three different studios and cannot tell where they save and where they overpay. Below: a breakdown of the current BESTAUTO 2026 price list per PPF position, the factors that drive the final number, market benchmarks among competitors, and what you actually get for the money in the premium segment.
Full PPF price list at BESTAUTO 2026
Facts first — every current "from" price per position, no package ranges, no invented discounts. Each position is calculated separately.
| Position | Price |
|---|---|
| Anti-chrome (black film) | from 300 ₾ |
| Front headlights | from 350 ₾ |
| Single fender protection | from 600 ₾ |
| Hood | from 800 ₾ |
| Interior trim film | from 800 ₾ |
| Roof in black polyurethane | from 800 ₾ |
| Bumper | from 900 ₾ |
| Panoramic roof | from 900 ₾ |
| Windshield protection film | from 1100 ₾ |
| Front group (hood + bumper + fenders + A-pillars) | from 2500 ₾ |
| Full colour change with PPF | from 9000 ₾ |
All of these are "from" starting prices. The final figure for a specific car is calculated at in-person inspection based on size, chosen film brand and body complexity. Full colour change and standalone non-standard items (e.g. clear film over the entire body) are quoted individually.
The full price list with direct booking option lives on the paint protection film service page.
Four factors that shape the PPF price
The "from" price in the list is the base rate for a typical sedan or compact crossover with a mid-line film choice. The real number for a specific car is shaped by four factors.
Factor 1: vehicle size. A larger body uses more film and takes more labour. A Honda Civic sedan hood — 1.2 m² of film; BMW X5 — 1.8 m²; Ford F-150 — 2.4 m². Material cost grows linearly; labour by complexity (large hoods with intakes take longer to wrap). Typical markup over base: 30-50% for a large crossover, 50-80% for a pickup.
Factor 2: film brand choice. BESTAUTO works with three premium PPF brands: Llumar, LuxArmor and Quantum. Each carries 10-year manufacturer warranty. Price between them differs — Llumar is the most expensive as it is a leading global brand, LuxArmor and Quantum are cheaper. In Tbilisi conditions all three deliver 8-10+ years of real performance equally well. Choice usually comes down to stock availability and colour compatibility.
Factor 3: body complexity. A simple flat hood — base price. A hood with intakes, contour, grille mounts — 15-25% more due to cutting and install complexity. A bumper with diffuser and complex front (typical modern AMG package) — 20-40% more than a simple-shape bumper. This is not marketing: complex bumpers add 4-6 person-hours.
Factor 4: paint preparation. PPF only goes on perfectly flat paint. If clearcoat has holograms, wash-mark wear, small chips — prior polishing is needed. Body polishing costs from 690 ₾ as a separate service. New cars 0-2 years from the dealer typically do not need polishing. 3-5 year cars get a light finishing-pad pass. 5+ year cars with worn paint — full two- or three-stage polishing is mandatory, otherwise any defect locks under the film.
PPF price by scenario: example calculations
For clarity, here are typical scenarios with real pricing logic. The final figure is always quoted at in-person inspection — what follows is just how the starting base is built.
Scenario "hood on a sedan after collision repair". One position: hood from 800 ₾. Final on the specific sedan after inspection.
Scenario "front group on a new car, urban use". Front group from 2500 ₾. Base on a standard sedan. Larger crossover — higher; compact — possibly at the lower bound. Final calculated on the car.
Scenario "front group + headlights on a new premium car". Front group from 2500 ₾ + headlights from 350 ₾ = two positions, each calculated separately. Final on the car after inspection.
Scenario "premium kit: front group + headlights + panoramic roof + windshield". Front group from 2500 ₾ + headlights from 350 ₾ + panoramic roof from 900 ₾ + windshield from 1100 ₾ = four separate positions. On a large crossover with a big roof and complex front glass, the final figure is set individually at inspection.
Scenario "full colour change to matte black". Full colour change with PPF from 9000 ₾. Final depends on car size and chosen colour/finish.
In each of these scenarios the price does not roll up into a "package range" — every position calculated separately, and the total for the specific car is announced only after in-person measurement.
How to compare PPF prices between studios in Tbilisi
Comparing "PPF price" between different studios directly is hard — everyone calculates differently. What to check for a fair comparison:
Which film is offered. A suspiciously low front-group price at a studio usually means a Chinese film without warranty, lasting 3-4 years. "Front group from 2500 ₾" at a premium studio means Llumar/LuxArmor/Quantum with 10-year warranty. Different products, different price reflects different material quality.
What is included in the position. "Front group" at one studio — only hood and bumper. At another — hood, bumper, fenders and A-pillars. At a third — those four panels plus mirrors. Clarify the exact scope before comparing.
Whether paint prep is included. If "hood at 600 ₾" at one studio includes basic prep, while "hood at 800 ₾" at another includes a light polish and adhesive activator, the prices are not directly comparable. Ask what is included and what is a separate add-on.
Warranty and certificate. Premium films come with a manufacturer certificate for 10 years. If the film is uncertified or comes with studio warranty (not manufacturer's), it is a different product category. The certificate is the basis for free film replacement under defect or clouding within the warranty period.
Installer experience and portfolio. PPF install is high-skill work, and an inexperienced installer can ruin even premium film (wrinkles, bubbles, poor edge bonding). Ask how long the installer has worked with PPF, look at real install photos (not marketing renders), read Google reviews specifically about wrapping rather than the studio in general.
The Tbilisi market in 2026 has a wide spread — from budget films without warranty to premium options with top-tier installation. BESTAUTO at front group from 2500 ₾ sits in the premium segment with three brands Llumar/LuxArmor/Quantum and 10-year manufacturer warranty — a reasonable price point in the "premium material plus experienced installer" category.
What you get for the money in the premium segment
PPF price at a premium studio includes more than film and labour. Several components are absent from budget options:
10-year manufacturer warranty. If the film yellows, clouds or peels in the warranty period due to material defect — the manufacturer covers material and install cost. Not an empty claim: real warranty replacements at the studio in Tbilisi happen 1-2 times per year.
Per-vehicle certificate. A document with serial numbers of installed films and the install date. At resale the certificate proves the film was installed officially and the warranty transfers to the new owner.
Digital templates per model. Premium studios work from a template database covering thousands of car models across years and trims. The film is cut precisely for your car without manual on-the-spot fitting — fewer seams, better edge fit, longer service life.
UV adhesive cure on site. After install the adhesive is taken to full polymerisation by UV lamp in 24-48 hours. Without activation it takes 7-14 days, during which the film is vulnerable. The UV unit is a separate equipment item that budget studios often lack.
Experienced installer. A PPF installer is a specialist who trains on real cars for years. A good installer is the difference between a 10-year wrinkle-free film and a peeling, bubbled film within a year. In the Tbilisi market, experienced PPF installers count on one hand.
Portfolio and reputation. A studio with a public portfolio, reviews, Instagram and video case studies has reputation risk that drives quality. An anonymous garage point has no such risk — the customer leaves and never returns.
When saving on PPF price doesn't pay off
The temptation to "find it cheaper" is especially strong with PPF, because the price gap is real — premium runs 1.5-2x budget. But in three cases saving turns into loss:
Case 1: new car or premium segment. If the car is expensive and the film-level saving is a small percentage of its value, the risk of getting a clouded, yellowed film in 3-4 years and spending another 2500 ₾ on removal and re-install is real. Saving turns into overspending.
Case 2: resale value matters. If you plan to sell within 3-5 years, premium film with certificate and remaining warranty noticeably raises the sale price. Budget film does not deliver that premium. Saving at install becomes a loss at sale.
Case 3: long-term ownership. If you plan 7-10 years, premium film runs the entire span without replacement. Budget needs reinstallation in 3-4 years. Two budget installs cost more than one premium install.
Where saving is justified: a budget-segment daily city car with no long-term ownership plans, or a temporary solution (e.g. protection before sale within a year). In those cases the budget option matches the task.
FAQ
How much does it cost to wrap a whole car in PPF?
Full body wrap is calculated at in-person inspection based on car size and chosen film brand. Larger crossover — higher; sedan — lower. Standalone positions (headlights, roof, windshield) priced separately. The starting position "full colour change with PPF" in the list — from 9000 ₾ for a typical body with coloured film; clear full wrap is calculated individually.
What is the price difference between Llumar, LuxArmor and Quantum?
Between the three premium brands the price gap is noticeable. Llumar is the most expensive as it is a leading global brand, LuxArmor and Quantum are cheaper. In service life and real protection in Tbilisi conditions, all three deliver 8-10+ years equally. Choice usually depends on stock availability at the studio.
Can I get an exact price from a photo of my car?
Exact price — no. From a photo a starting range from the price list can be given. The final figure requires in-person measurement: actual car size, paint condition (does it need prep), bumper and fender shape complexity. Without in-person inspection no honest studio will give an exact number.
Is paint pre-polishing included in the price?
Basic prep (wash, degrease, clay bar) is included in the install cost. Full paint polishing — separate service from 690 ₾ for the body. New cars from the dealer typically do not need polishing. 3-5 year cars get a light pass recommended. 5+ year cars — mandatory, otherwise any paint defect gets locked under the film.
What does it cost to remove old PPF and install new?
Old film removal takes 1-2 days and costs in addition to the new install (exact figure depends on the state of the old film and removal complexity). Full "removal + new install" price typically runs 20-30% above install on bare paint, because old adhesive is removed by hand and the surface re-prepped. Exact quote — at in-person inspection.
Conclusion
PPF pricing in Georgia in 2026 is not one number and not a package range, but a sum of separate positions with car size, chosen film brand and body complexity all factored in. Starting prices in the BESTAUTO list: anti-chrome from 300 ₾, hood from 800 ₾, front group from 2500 ₾, full colour change from 9000 ₾. The final figure for a specific car is announced only after in-person measurement.
Comparing prices between studios needs care: check which film is offered, what is included in the position, whether warranty and certificate exist, what experience the installer has. Saving on a budget film often becomes overspending on re-install in 3-4 years, when cheap film clouds and needs replacement.
Premium segment with three brands Llumar/LuxArmor/Quantum, 10-year manufacturer warranty and experienced installers in Tbilisi is not "more expensive without reason" — it is real protection for 8-12 years with minimal probability of rework. The decision for a specific car is made at in-person inspection based on age, use scenario and long-term plans for the vehicle.
Key takeaways:
- 2026 starting prices: anti-chrome from 300 ₾, hood from 800 ₾, front group from 2500 ₾
- Final figure is set at in-person inspection by car size and film choice
- Llumar is the most expensive as a global leader, LuxArmor and Quantum are cheaper; real-world durability is comparable
- Premium segment includes 10-year manufacturer warranty and per-vehicle certificate
- Saving on budget film often becomes overspending at the first re-install in 3-4 years
Book paint protection film at BESTAUTO via the form on the service page, or call whichever studio is more convenient in Tbilisi, Georgia:
- BESTAUTO Guramishvili — Guramishvili Ave. 78, tel. +995 550 000 299
- BESTAUTO Politkovskaya — Anna Politkovskaya St. 51, tel. +995 550 000 199
Both studios are open Monday to Saturday, 10:00–20:00. Before pricing — a free in-person inspection: the technician measures the car, evaluates paint condition, discusses film choices, and announces the final figure per position.
