How soon after buying a new car should I get it coated?

As soon as you can. New paint is usually in its best condition, so there is generally less correction needed first, which keeps the cost down and means the finish is protected from day one. That said, brand new does not automatically mean flawless. Transport, dealer prep and a quick wash on the lot can all leave swirls behind, and we find them regularly. Defects only really show on a clean car under good light, whether that is natural daylight or the lighting in our shop. On a dusty car under a showroom ceiling you will not see them at all. The best thing to do is bring the car by before you book anything, clean if you can. We will look the paint over properly, tell you honestly whether it needs correcting first, and recommend what it actually needs rather than the biggest package.