2026 Ford F450 Ceramic Coating & Window Tint | Wilmington NC

This recently completed 2026 Ford F450 came to SouthernStylez Tinting in Wilmington, NC for a practical protection package: Feynlab Ultra V3 Ceramic Coating, SunTek CXP window tint, SunTek Coolsight 90 windshield film, and a visor strip.

The owner wanted the truck protected while also improving comfort during daily driving. Since this F450 was brand new and in good overall condition, the client chose not to have polishing or paint correction performed before coating. It did have a few minor imperfections, but the owner was comfortable leaving those as they were.

Project Details:

For this Ford F450, the exterior received Feynlab Ultra V3 Ceramic Coating. The side and rear windows were tinted with SunTek CXP, while the windshield received SunTek Coolsight 90 with a visor strip.

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2026 Ford F450 completed with Feynlab Ultra V3 Ceramic Coating and SunTek window tint in Wilmington NC.

Feynlab Ultra V3 Ceramic Coating:

Feynlab Ultra V3 is our top level Feynlab paint coating option. It is a strong fit for customers who want long term gloss, easier washing, improved water behavior, and protection from common environmental contamination.

Ceramic coating does not make a truck maintenance free, and it does not prevent rock chips. That is what paint protection film is for. A coating is best viewed as a long term maintenance and appearance upgrade that helps the painted surfaces stay cleaner and easier to care for.

On a large truck like a Ford F450, that matters. There is a lot of paint to wash, dry, and maintain. A quality coating can make that process more manageable over time, especially for truck owners in Wilmington, Leland, Hampstead, Castle Hayne, Ogden, Porters Neck, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and surrounding areas.

This is one of the more important details of the project. The client chose not to have any polishing or paint correction performed before the coating was installed.

The truck was brand new and in pretty good shape overall. It did have some minor imperfections, but the customer was comfortable leaving those imperfections alone instead of adding paint correction to the project.



Our honest position is that paint correction before ceramic coating should be discussed vehicle by vehicle. Some new vehicles benefit from polishing. Some new vehicles do not need much correction at all. Older vehicles, or vehicles with heavy swirls, scratches, oxidation, or damaged paint, usually need correction much more than a brand new vehicle does.

Could polishing have improved this truck? Yes. Was it required for this client’s goals? No. That distinction matters. Our job is to explain the options clearly and help the customer make the right decision for their vehicle, budget, and expectations.

SunTek CXP And Coolsight 90 Window Tint:

The side and rear windows were tinted with SunTek CXP. CXP is a premium carbon film that works well for customers who want a clean appearance, UV protection, glare reduction, and improved comfort without moving into a full ceramic tint package.

The windshield received SunTek Coolsight 90 with a visor strip. Coolsight 90 is a nearly clear windshield film designed to help with heat and UV exposure while keeping visibility natural through the glass..

This combination makes sense for a truck that will see real use around southeastern North Carolina. Window tint helps with comfort inside the cab, while ceramic coating helps make the exterior easier to maintain.

SunTek CXP was installed on the side and rear windows, while SunTek Coolsight 90 was installed on the windshield with a visor strip.

Why This Package Made Sense:

This project was not about going overboard. It was about choosing upgrades that made sense for the vehicle.

The coating helps protect the paint and makes future maintenance easier. The tint helps improve comfort, reduce glare, and protect the interior from UV exposure. The windshield film adds another layer of comfort without making the windshield look dark.

For a brand new Ford F450 in Wilmington, NC, that is a smart and practical combination.

Watch The Finished Ford F450:

We also filmed this 2026 Ford F450 after the window tint and ceramic coating were completed.

Ceramic Coating And Window Tint In Wilmington NC:

SouthernStylez Tinting installs automotive window tint, ceramic coatings, windshield film, and paint protection film for customers throughout Wilmington, Leland, Hampstead, Castle Hayne, Ogden, Porters Neck, Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Rocky Point, and nearby areas.

Whether you have a new truck, daily driver, work vehicle, or weekend vehicle, the right protection package should be based on how the vehicle is used and what you actually want to improve.

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