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You’ve invested serious money in your exotic car or yacht. Traditional wax fails in weeks, leaving your investment vulnerable to salt air, UV damage, and costly oxidation. Professional ceramic coating changes everything.
Instead of reapplying protection every few months, you get up to 10 years of durable defense. Your paint stays glossy, water beads off effortlessly, and maintenance becomes surprisingly simple. No more watching your finish fade or dealing with stubborn salt stains that traditional products can’t handle.
The difference is molecular-level bonding that creates an invisible shield stronger than your original clear coat. Your vehicle looks better than the day you bought it, and stays that way with minimal effort on your part.
Legacy Motors and Marine was designed specifically for collectors, enthusiasts, and owners who understand the difference between ordinary storage and true asset protection. Based in Port Jefferson Station, our facility serves Fire Island Pines and the surrounding Long Island marine community with the same level of precision we bring to exotic car care.
We’re one of only 200 certified CARPRO CQuartz installers in America, which means your ceramic coating application meets the industry’s most demanding standards. Fire Island’s unique marine environment requires expertise that understands both automotive and marine protection challenges.
Our climate-controlled application environment ensures optimal curing conditions, while our understanding of the local boating culture means we know exactly what your yacht faces in Great South Bay’s salt air and intense summer sun.
Every ceramic coating job starts with thorough surface preparation because shortcuts here mean failure later. We begin with complete decontamination, removing embedded salt, road grime, and oxidation that would interfere with proper bonding.
Next comes paint correction if needed, eliminating swirl marks and minor scratches to create the perfect foundation. The ceramic coating itself requires precise application in our climate-controlled environment, followed by heat curing at 140°F using infrared lamps to ensure maximum durability.
The entire process typically takes 2-3 days depending on your vehicle’s condition and size. You’ll receive detailed aftercare instructions, though maintenance becomes dramatically easier once the coating cures. Most clients are amazed at how little effort it takes to keep their vehicle looking flawless compared to traditional protection methods.
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Fire Island’s marine environment presents unique challenges that generic ceramic coatings can’t handle. Salt spray from Great South Bay, intense UV reflection off the water, and temperature fluctuations require specialized marine-grade formulations that bond properly to both automotive paint and marine gelcoat.
Our ceramic coating options include traditional SiO2 formulations for maximum durability and newer graphene-enhanced coatings that offer superior flexibility for marine applications. For yacht owners, we offer hull coatings that actually reduce drag, improving fuel efficiency and top-end speed while providing unmatched protection against fouling and corrosion.
Fire Island Pines boat owners particularly appreciate the self-cleaning properties that make post-fishing washdowns effortless. The hydrophobic surface repels fish blood, salt spray, and organic stains that would normally require aggressive scrubbing. Your investment stays protected and pristine with simple rinses instead of exhausting cleaning sessions that damage finishes over time.
Marine-grade ceramic coatings properly applied to boats typically last 2-3 years in Fire Island’s saltwater environment, significantly longer than automotive coatings which aren’t formulated for marine conditions. The key difference is salt resistance and flexibility to handle hull flex without cracking.
Traditional boat waxes fail within weeks in salt air, requiring constant reapplication that never provides adequate protection. Professional marine ceramic coating creates a molecular bond that saltwater can’t break down, maintaining protection and gloss even with regular exposure to Great South Bay’s harsh conditions.
We use specialized marine formulations that exceed automotive coating durability because boat surfaces face more extreme conditions than cars ever will.
Yes, but different formulations are required for optimal results. Automotive ceramic coatings work perfectly on cars but lack the flexibility and salt resistance needed for marine gelcoat applications. Marine coatings handle hull flex and saltwater exposure but may be unnecessarily robust for automotive paint.
We stock both automotive and marine-specific ceramic coating systems to ensure each application uses the ideal formulation. Your Ferrari gets automotive-grade protection optimized for paint, while your yacht receives marine-grade coating designed for gelcoat and fiberglass surfaces.
This approach ensures maximum longevity and performance rather than using one-size-fits-all products that compromise results on either surface type.
The difference is permanent molecular bonding versus temporary surface coating. Marine wax sits on top of your gelcoat and washes away within weeks, especially in saltwater. Ceramic coating actually bonds to the surface at a molecular level, creating protection that can’t be washed off.
Wax requires reapplication every 4-6 weeks during boating season, while ceramic coating lasts years with minimal maintenance. The time and money savings alone justify the initial investment, not to mention superior protection against UV damage, oxidation, and salt corrosion.
Fire Island boat owners who switch to ceramic coating typically cut their annual maintenance time in half while achieving better protection than they ever got from traditional waxing routines.
Professional ceramic coating investment varies based on vehicle size, condition, and coating system selected, typically ranging from $1,500-$5,000 for complete automotive applications. Marine applications vary more widely due to size differences between fishing boats and luxury yachts.
The key consideration isn’t initial cost but long-term value. Traditional protection methods cost hundreds annually in products and labor, while ceramic coating provides superior protection for years with minimal maintenance costs. Most clients recover their investment within 2-3 years through reduced maintenance alone.
We provide detailed quotes after evaluating your specific vehicle because surface condition, size, and desired outcome level all impact final pricing. Every quote includes preparation, application, and aftercare products needed for optimal results.
Absolutely, but proper surface restoration is essential first. Oxidized gelcoat must be compounded and polished to remove the damaged layer before ceramic coating application. Attempting to coat over oxidation traps the damage permanently and prevents proper bonding.
Our process includes complete gelcoat restoration using marine-specific compounds that remove oxidation without damaging the underlying fiberglass. Once we restore the original gloss and clarity, ceramic coating bonds perfectly and prevents future oxidation from occurring.
Many Fire Island boat owners are amazed at how much better their restored and coated gelcoat looks compared to the original factory finish. The combination of professional restoration plus ceramic protection often exceeds new boat appearance.
While DIY ceramic coating products exist, professional application ensures proper surface preparation, ideal curing conditions, and warranty coverage that DIY applications can’t match. Mistakes during application often require complete removal and restarting, making professional application more cost-effective.
Our climate-controlled facility eliminates dust contamination and temperature variations that cause DIY application failures. Professional-grade products also outperform consumer versions significantly, justifying the service investment through superior longevity and protection.
Fire Island’s marine environment particularly demands expert application because salt air and humidity create challenging curing conditions that require experience to manage properly. Professional application ensures your investment provides maximum protection and longevity.
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