opinions on permaplate protection for leased car

[Janet Powers Wolfe]

I just leased a new car for the first time, buying better mpg and time until i can hopefully purchase an electric car that gets sufficient mileage to transport me to see my family: I have to return this car in 3 years in almost spotless condition and am considering purchasing the $500 permaplate protection for interior/exterior as neatness is not a natural instinct with me.....but wondering if it may be toxic to breath that clean stuff, instead of garden dirt and spilled tea and snacks....any educated opinions out there about the viability/wisdom of that plan?? thanks, janet 824-8251

[Fillie]

Janet, I purchased the permaplate package and it didn't keep the Prius from getting scratched and dented. What I did was cover all the uphostery completely with blankets and seat covers. Right before I turned it in, I opened a claim with my insurance, took it to a body shop (First Class Autobody) that waived my deductable and got it all fixed up. I did have to buy new tires at the end as they ding you for that if they are worn out. I had many ppl tell me the permacoat is a hussle, and even if one chooses to do this, getting it done aftermarket (not at the dealership) is much cheaper, like at a body shop. It sure was weird, when leasing, not being able to trash the interior like I like to! Now I have an old Toyota truck that I can spill stuff in and not have to worry. I don't know what kind of car you got, but I was also unaware that the Prius was low to the ground and was easy to scrape and dent because of that. Hope this helps.


I just leased a new car for the first time, buying better mpg and time until i can hopefully purchase an electric car that gets sufficient mileage to transport me to see my family: I have to return this car in 3 years in almost spotless condition and am considering purchasing the $500 permaplate protection for interior/exterior as neatness is not a natural instinct with me.....but wondering if it may be toxic to breath that clean stuff, instead of garden dirt and spilled tea and snacks....any educated opinions out there about the viability/wisdom of that plan?? thanks, janet 824-8251

[Karl Frederick]

If you take reasonable care of the car I don't think the add-on package will be a cost effective benefit to the cosmetic condition of the paint.


I just leased a new car for the first time, ...