Totally get that parking lot dread. I drive an Audi S7, and even though it's not vintage like your Mustang, it still hurts seeing those mystery scratches appear out of nowhere. Once parked way out in the boonies of a grocery store lot...came back to find someone had parked ridiculously close anyway. Thankfully, no damage that time, but yeah, good insurance is a lifesaver. Glad you found a decent company in CA—makes the anxiety a little easier to handle.
I hear you on the parking anxiety, but honestly, insurance isn't always the best fix for minor scratches. Even with a good company, filing small claims can bump your premiums up over time. I've found investing in paint protection film or ceramic coating upfront saves a lot of headaches later. Costs a bit initially, sure...but beats dealing with insurance hassles or repainting down the road. Just something to consider if you're really particular about your car's finish.
"I've found investing in paint protection film or ceramic coating upfront saves a lot of headaches later."
Good point about ceramic coating—definitely worth it if you're particular about your car's finish. But honestly, for road trips, I just accept some wear and tear as part of the adventure...speaking of which, anyone tried those DIY ceramic sprays? Curious if they're actually effective or just marketing hype.
Tried one of those DIY ceramic sprays last summer before a long drive up the coast. Honestly, wasn't expecting much, but it did make cleaning off bugs and grime easier afterward. Not a miracle worker, but decent enough for the price and effort involved...might be worth a shot.
Yeah, I gave one of those sprays a shot too before a camping trip last year. Didn't exactly turn my old sedan into a showroom model or anything, but it did make washing off the dirt and bugs afterward way less annoying. For the price, it's hard to complain...definitely beats spending big bucks on professional detailing. Sometimes these DIY solutions surprise you—nothing fancy, just practical and budget-friendly, which is exactly how I like it. Glad it worked out decent for you too.
