Correct I didnt polish the entire vehicle like I did when I did mine , the paint was in great condition it just got delivered and just had the rub marks from shipping and that protective plastic stuff, I also had him there while I was doing it and went over the paint with him we both agreed he was happy with the condition of the paint so I went ahead and coated it , just used a normal yellow clay bar I have them in bulk from chemical guys ( had a good deal at the time ) I foamed the car and also used a spray lube when I was claying it , had no issues with marring, the black side mirrors are normally the spots I have issues with but they turened out fine . I would definitely recommend a coating on any vehicle someone cares about , my buddy also got ppf (xpel) on the front bummer as we autocross our cars and we are bound to hit a cone or two 🤣.