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About 28 years ago I was selling cars for a living (Not for long. Once I realized what it was all about I couldn't get out fast enough). The dealership I worked at had a complete system of selling a car then on selling accessories and finance. It was a very slick operation. They had two ladies who were rather attractive selling "accessories" and those gals made lots of money. After a while I started to feel sorry for the customers because I knew what they were in for... Anyway Ceramic Coating back then cost about $650 and it came with a 5 year warranty which was rock solid. To keep that part of the aftermarket business going they always made a point of honoring the warranty regardless of how the car was cared for in that 5 years.

So yea if it isn't too expensive to DIY a ceramic coating then go for it but IME it doesn't replace regular cleaning and proper storage.

FWIW I would never consider buying a house unless it came with adequate storage for my cars and tools. That may change as I get older.