Tesla & EV Paint Protection, Ceramic Coating & Tint | Redmond, WA
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Rivian, Tesla, and Porsche EVs in the Metropolitan Detail studio in Redmond
EV Protection

Redmond runs on electric. We protect what you drive.

Teslas, Rivians, Lucids, Taycans, and every EV in between. We have been protecting electric cars on the Eastside since the first Model 3s showed up in our shop, and we know what they actually need.

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★★★★★4.9 Google · 112+ reviews
10-Year
PPF warranty
STEK Black Label
Certified installer
30 Years
On the Eastside
Why EVs Are Different

An EV is not just a quiet car.

01
Soft factory paint
Thin, water borne paint that marks easily. It is exactly the kind of finish that benefits most from film and correction.
02
Glass roofs that cook
A full glass roof turns your cabin into a greenhouse. Ceramic tint on the roof glass makes a real difference on a summer drive.
03
Frunk and trunk sills
You load an EV from both ends. Those painted sills take scratches from bags, luggage, and gear. Film handles it.
04
Door handle scuffs
Flush and pop out handles put fingernails and keys right on the paint every time you get in. A small piece of film saves that panel.
05
Delivery condition varies
New EVs arrive with paint defects more often than people expect. We inspect before we protect, and we tell you what we find.
06
Wheels still need help
Less brake dust does not mean clean wheels. A high temp coating keeps them glossy and easy to wash.
Tesla

Protection built around your model.

Every Tesla has its own weak points. Here is where we usually start, then we tailor it to how you drive.

Tesla Model 3 protected at Metropolitan Detail
01 / Model 3

The daily driver

The daily driver that earns its miles. It takes the most paint punishment of the lineup.

  • Full front PPF on hood, fenders, bumper, and mirrors
  • Ceramic coating for gloss and easy washing
  • Ceramic tint to cut heat and glare
  • Interior film on the screen surround and door sills
02 / Model Y

More surface, more exposure

More surface area, more road exposure, and that panoramic glass roof.

  • Full front or full body PPF for maximum coverage
  • Ceramic tint on the glass roof for heat rejection
  • Ceramic coating on paint and glass
  • Rear bumper and frunk sill film
Tesla Model Y protected at Metropolitan Detail
Tesla Model S protected at Metropolitan Detail
03 / Model S

A performance sedan

A performance sedan that deserves proper care.

  • Full body PPF for complete protection
  • Paint correction first, so the coating locks in a corrected finish
  • Ceramic coating for depth and gloss
  • Ceramic tint front to back
04 / Model X

Complex panels and glass

Complex body panels and a lot of glass. The falcon doors need attention where they meet the body.

  • Full front PPF plus door edge and sill coverage
  • Film on the falcon wing door edges and pillars
  • Ceramic coating on paint, glass, and wheels
  • Ceramic tint on windshield and side glass
Tesla Model X protected at Metropolitan Detail
Tesla Cybertruck protected at Metropolitan Detail
05 / Cybertruck

Stainless changes everything

Stainless steel changes everything. It cannot be repainted, so film is not an upgrade here, it is the protection.

  • PPF over the stainless panels to guard against scratches
  • Satin or gloss film depending on the look you want
  • Ceramic coating to manage fingerprints and water spotting
  • Precision installs around panel gaps and hard edges
Beyond Tesla

Every EV on the Eastside.

Rivian R1S with paint protection film at Metropolitan Detail
Rivian R1T & R1S

Adventure vehicles that actually go where the debris is. Rocker panels, wheel wells, and the front end take a beating on a gravel road.

  • Full front PPF, rocker panels, and rear wheel wells
  • Ceramic coating for easier cleanup after a trip
  • Ceramic tint for the large glass area
Lucid Air protected at Metropolitan Detail
Lucid Air

A finish that shows every flaw and deserves a corrected one.

  • Paint correction, then full body or full front PPF
  • CQuartz Reserve ceramic coating
  • Ceramic tint and glass coating
Porsche Taycan at Metropolitan Detail
Porsche Taycan

A Porsche is a Porsche, electric or not. We are a PCA Porsche Club of America PNW partner shop, and Taycans are regulars here.

  • Full front or full body PPF
  • Paint correction and ceramic coating
  • Ceramic tint, wheel and caliper coating
BMW finished at Metropolitan Detail
BMW, Mercedes, Audi & other electric

i4, iX, EQS, EQE, e-tron, and the rest. Same principles, tailored to the car.

  • Coverage mapped to your model and how you drive
  • Correction, film, coating, and tint in the right order
Drive something else electric?

Bring it in. If it is electric and you care about it, we will map out the right protection for it. We have worked on cars from Beetles to Bentleys, and the EV list keeps growing.

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The Process

New delivery to protected, start to finish.

01

Inspection

We look the car over before anything else, including under proper light. New EV deliveries often arrive with defects, and you should know what they are.

02

Drop Off & Loaner Car

Hand off the keys and take a free loaner, based on availability, so your day keeps moving.

03

The Work

Correction, film, coating, and tint, done in the right order and checked at every stage.

04

Drive Away Protected

We walk the finished car with you, then it is yours again.

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One of a limited number of Black Label certified installers in the country, and the Eastside's certified home for STEK film.
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Portfolio

Recent EV builds from the studio.

A sample of recent EV work. The client will supply the full set of photos.

Tesla Model X with paint protection film at Metropolitan Detail
Tesla Model Y with paint protection film at Metropolitan Detail
Tesla with paint protection film at Metropolitan Detail
Tesla Model Y protected at Metropolitan Detail
Rivian R1S with paint protection film at Metropolitan Detail
Rivian R1S hood protected with film
Rivian R1S side profile after film install
Rivian R1S front three quarter after film install
Lucid Air with paint protection film at Metropolitan Detail
Lucid Air protected at Metropolitan Detail
Porsche Taycan with ceramic tint at Metropolitan Detail
Tesla Model Y protected at Metropolitan Detail
What EV Owners Say

Trusted by Eastside EV drivers.

4.9
★★★★★
Rated on Google · 112+ reviews
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Sunil Sanghani
Local Guide · 5 stars
★★★★★

John, Lee and the entire team are top notch. John joined us to inspect the Tesla on the scheduled date and it happened to be the wettest day of the decade with delivery outside. John was soaking wet and yet took his time to inspect the car in painstaking detail, including the underbody. We did a PPF, detail, glassparency treatment and their work is awesome! These guys are craftsmen and designers.

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Jeremy Schreiber
5 stars
★★★★★

I can't say enough good things about my experience here. I wanted to add window tint, Paint Protection Film, and Ceramic Coating for our new Tesla Model Y. All my research pointed me here. Lee and his partner were super responsive over email, not only providing me a quote, but answering all of my questions. In person they were very low key, highly knowledgable, and just fun to talk to.

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Matthew Huynh
Local Guide · 5 stars
★★★★★

Great customer service and communication. Dropped off my Tesla in the morning in exchange for their loaner car (a very clean and usable Kia Soul). I picked up my well-groomed car at end of the day. Every surface was seemingly cleaned. I am satisfied with the Wash, Decon & Protect package, and will return in the spring for an upgraded exterior package.

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FAQ

Common EV questions.

Is EV paint really softer than other cars?

Often, yes. Most EVs use thinner water borne paint that marks more easily, which is exactly why film and correction pay off.

Should I protect a new EV right after delivery?

That is the ideal time. The most clearcoat your car will ever have is the day you take delivery. Protecting it early means you are not polishing away that clearcoat later.

Do you tint the glass roof?

Yes. Ceramic tint on a glass roof makes a noticeable difference in cabin heat, and it is one of the most requested things EV owners ask us for.

Which EVs do you work on?

Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and more. If it is electric, bring it in.

Do you do PPF on the Cybertruck's stainless steel?

Yes. Stainless cannot be repainted, so film is the right way to protect it against scratches and marring.

Can I combine PPF, coating, and tint?

Yes, and most EV owners do. The order matters, so we map it out for your car.

Do you offer a loaner car?

Yes, free and based on availability. Drop off and keep your day moving.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes. Book online or call (425) 233-6068.

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Orange truck with paint protection from Metropolitan Detail
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