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PPF film in Nantes: protect your vehicle’s bodywork
The Shiftech centre in Nantes, located in Sautron to the north-west of the city, offers PPF film (Paint Protection Film) fitting to provide long-lasting protection for your vehicle’s bodywork. Transparent, self-healing and reversible, our Hexis films form an invisible physical barrier against scratches, stone chips, insects, tree sap and the effects of UV rays. Whether you wish to cover only the most exposed areas (bonnet, front bumper, side skirts) or opt for full protection, we tailor the service to your vehicle and how you use it. Fitting is carried out at our centre by our technicians, following thorough cleaning and decontamination to ensure flawless adhesion and an invisible finish. Whether you’re looking to protect a new vehicle, preserve the value of a premium model or prepare a car for resale, PPF film is currently the most effective solution on the market. Tailor-made, no-obligation quotes.
What is PPF film and why should you have it fitted in Nantes?
PPF film is a transparent polyurethane (TPU) film, applied directly to your vehicle’s paintwork.
The role of PPF
To absorb the effects of everyday wear and tear before they reach the original bodywork. From stone chips on the motorway, parking knocks, insects, chemical residues and UV rays, PPF withstands it all without the underlying paintwork being affected.
What sets PPF film apart from a ceramic coating is its thickness and physical properties. Whilst ceramic coatings reinforce the surface with a thin layer, PPF film acts as a genuine second skin, capable of absorbing impacts that ceramic coatings cannot block. The two solutions are, in fact, complementary.
Another practical benefit for car owners who take good care of their vehicles
PPF film is reversible. It can be removed at any time without damaging the original paintwork, which is not the case with touch-ups or partial repainting.
For drivers in Nantes and the greater Nantes area, the city’s major roads (the ring road, the RN444 and the RD965 towards Rennes) generate stone chips that regularly damage front ends and bonnets. Applying PPF film to exposed areas is a direct solution to this everyday wear and tear.
Glossy · Matt · Satin · Coloured · Carbon
Hexis films installed by Shiftech Nantes
At Shiftech, we exclusively fit films from the Hexis range, which are renowned for their optical clarity, durability and self-healing properties. These are professional-grade films, used across the Shiftech network in all our centres in France and internationally.
Glossy finish
Hexis gloss film enhances the depth of the original paintwork. It captures and reflects light to create a highlighting effect that brings out the best in both dark and light colours. The ideal solution for vehicles where you want to preserve (or even enhance) the original shine.
Matt finish
The matt film transforms the appearance of a gloss paintwork into a satin or matt finish, without the need for repainting. The result is a subtle yet distinctive look, particularly sought-after on SUVs and premium saloons. Hexis matt film offers the same level of protection as the gloss film whilst altering the visual appearance.
Carbon finish
Designed for specific areas (wing mirror housings, trim panels, bonnet), the carbon finish provides a textured carbon-effect finish without the cost of a genuine carbon-fibre part. An effective way to personalise a vehicle whilst protecting it.
All Hexis films fitted by Shiftech have a lifespan of up to 10 years, depending on the vehicle’s use and maintenance.
Which areas should be given priority for protection?
PPF film can be tailored to your vehicle and your budget. We can apply it to a specific area or cover the entire bodywork. Here are the areas most commonly protected and Shiftech’s standard prices:
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Headlight lenses: from €199. Polycarbonate headlights are particularly susceptible to impact damage and yellowing caused by UV light.
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Interior: from €99. Protects piano black trim, door sills and high-friction areas.
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Underbody: from €299. An area highly exposed to stone chips and friction at low speeds.
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Black or carbon-fibre roof: from €399. Protects painted or vinyl roofs against scratches from branches, bird droppings and UV rays.
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Windscreen: from €449. Specialised windscreen film to withstand impacts and minimise the risk of cracking.
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Front end (bonnet + bumpers + wings): from €1,099. The most popular package for vehicles that regularly travel on motorways or dual carriageways.
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Full vehicle: from €3,799. Total protection, maximum aesthetic consistency, optimised resale value.
The final quote depends on your vehicle’s model, the complexity of its bodywork and the areas selected.
We’ll advise you at our centre before any work is carried out.
What is the installation process like at Shiftech Nantes?
PPF film and resale value
A vehicle with well-preserved bodywork sells for a better price and more quickly. This is a point that buyers are becoming increasingly aware of, particularly in the market for premium vehicles and sought-after models. A PPF film applied at the time of purchase (or shortly afterwards) helps to keep the paintwork in factory-new condition for several years.
When the car is sold, the film can be removed to reveal the undamaged paintwork, or left in place as a selling point for the buyer. In either case, the investment in a PPF is justified beyond mere day-to-day protection.
Why choose Shiftech for your PPF installation in Nantes?
Shiftech is, first and foremost, a network specialising in automotive performance and aesthetics, with over 15 centres in France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Morocco. The Nantes centre has been based in Sautron since 2022 and handles several hundred vehicles every year, ranging from city cars to luxury models.
What this means in practical terms for your PPF installation: technicians who are familiar with the specific bodywork features of numerous models, Hexis films fitted to the highest standards, and the option to combine bodywork protection with other Shiftech services (engine remapping, tinted windows, ceramic coating) at a single centre, in one or two visits.
The centre is located in Sautron, easily accessible from Nantes, Saint-Herblain, Orvault, Couëron and the wider Nantes metropolitan area.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about PPF Film in Nantes
No. When correctly applied to a properly prepared bodywork surface, Hexis PPF film is transparent and virtually undetectable to the naked eye. It follows the curves of the bodywork without creating a visible seam in most cases.
Up to 10 years depending on use and maintenance. Regular hand washing with non-abrasive cleaning products, and avoiding direct high-pressure jets on the edges of the film, are sufficient to maximise its lifespan.
Yes, that’s one of its major advantages over other solutions. When removed correctly (using heat, gradually), it leaves no marks on the original paintwork.
If the paintwork has imperfections (micro-scratches, swirl marks), it is recommended that you carry out paint correction before installation. The film will lock the surface in its current condition at the time of application: you cannot correct any imperfections afterwards without removing the film.
Yes, the two are complementary. Ceramic coating can be applied over the PPF film to enhance the surface’s water-repellency and make maintenance even easier.
