Buying a brand new Proton Saga MC3 is an exciting moment. The paint is fresh, the interior is spotless, and everything feels new. But after collecting the car, many new owners quickly face the same question: “What should I do first to protect my new car?”
With Malaysia’s heat, UV exposure, rain, and daily road conditions, protecting your Saga MC3 early can make a big difference in how it looks and feels years later. This guide explains window tint, paint protection film (PPF), and ceramic coating, how they work, and the correct order to install them so you can make the right decision with confidence.
Quick Summary for New Proton Saga MC3 Owners
If you’ve just collected your Proton Saga MC3, the recommended approach is:
- – PPF first to protect the paint from chips and scratches
- – Ceramic or graphene coating to enhance gloss and make cleaning easier
- – Window tint early on to reduce heat and UV for daily comfort
Protecting early helps preserve your car’s appearance, comfort, and long-term value.
Why Protecting Your Proton Saga MC3 Early Matters?
When your car is newly delivered, the factory paint is in its best condition. Once you start driving, exposure to stone chips, road debris, bird droppings, UV rays, and improper washing can slowly damage the exterior and interior.
Early protection helps:
- – Reduce stone chips and light scratches
- – Prevent fading of interior materials
- – Maintain a cleaner, glossier exterior with less effort
- – Avoid costly paint correction or repainting later
For a daily-driven car like the Proton Saga MC3, protection is about prevention, not fixing damage after it happens.
Understanding the 3 Essential Protection Options for Your Proton Saga MC3
1. Window Tint: Heat Reduction, UV Protection and Driving Comfort
Window tint plays a key role in improving comfort, especially in Malaysia’s hot climate. A good window film helps reduce cabin heat, blocking harmful UV rays, and cutting glare for safer visibility. Certain security window films also help hold shattered glass together during accidents or break-ins, adding an extra layer of safety for daily driving.
The Proton Saga MC3 does not come with factory-installed window tint. While some authorised dealers may offer tint as a pre-delivery add-on or paid accessory, it is not consistently guaranteed across all dealerships and is not listed as a standard factory feature.
Because of this, many owners still choose to install aftermarket window tint for:
- – Better heat rejection
- – Higher UV protection
- – Improved driving comfort and privacy
- – Added safety with security films that help hold shattered glass together
For a deeper explanation on choosing the right tint for Malaysian conditions, you can refer to LAVISH®’s guide to choosing the right car tint in Malaysia.
2. Paint Protection Film (PPF): Physical Protection for Your Paint
Paint Protection Film, or PPF, is a transparent film applied directly to the paint. Unlike coatings, PPF provides physical protection against stone chips, light scratches, and road debris.
For the Proton Saga MC3, PPF is especially useful on:
- – Front bumper
- – Bonnet edges
- – Side mirrors
- – Door cups and door edges
These are the areas most exposed to daily wear. Applying PPF early helps preserve the original factory paint, which is important for long-term appearance and resale value.
You can learn more about how it works in LAVISH®’s ultimate guide to car PPF.
3. Ceramic Coating: Gloss, Protection and Easier Maintenance
Ceramic coating is a liquid coating that bonds to the paint surface. It enhances gloss and creates a hydrophobic layer that makes washing easier and reduces dirt and water marks.
Ceramic coating helps with:
- – Deeper shine and colour enhancement
- – Easier maintenance
- – Reduced staining from contaminants
It’s important to understand that ceramic coating does not replace PPF when it comes to stone chip or scratch protection. Instead, it complements PPF by sealing and enhancing the surface.
For a full explanation, LAVISH® has a detailed car coating guide.
Which Should Be Done First: Tint, PPF or Ceramic Coating?
This is one of the most common questions new car owners ask.
Recommended sequence for new cars:
- PPF first – applied directly to the paint
- Ceramic or graphene coating next – seals and enhances the surface
- Window tint – can be done anytime, ideally early for comfort
Following the correct order ensures better bonding, avoids rework, and maximizes durability.
Dealer Tint vs Aftermarket Tint: What Should You Do?
If you’ve chosen to install dealer-provided tint, you can still enhance your car’s protection. In this case, LAVISH® offers a graphene coating + PPF package, to protect the exterior paint and high-impact areas that tint does not cover.
If you have not installed dealer tint, you can opt for LAVISH® Nano Ceramic Window Film, which is designed to deliver strong heat rejection, UV protection, and driving comfort while remaining compliant with Malaysian regulations. You can explore the available options in LAVISH®’s window film catalogue.
Either way, LAVISH® provides flexible solutions based on how your Proton Saga MC3 is used.
Complete Protection for Your Proton Saga MC3 Starts at LAVISH®
At LAVISH®, all 3 essential car protection services are available under one roof:
- – LAVISH® Nano Ceramic Window Film for heat and UV reduction
- – LAVISH® Dumo Nano Ceramic Crystal Coating for gloss, hydrophobic protection, and easier cleaning
- – LAVISH® Nano TPU Paint Protection Film (PPF) to shield high-impact areas like the front bumper, door cups, and door edges
If your car already comes with window tints, LAVISH® also offers a Graphene Coating + PPF package designed for daily-driven cars like the Proton Saga MC3, focusing on exterior paint protection and long-term ease of maintenance.
Why many new car owners choose LAVISH®:
- – Only RM999* for graphene coating + PPF package
- – FREE 2× Nano Liquid Treatment Wash (worth RM129)
- – Live demo on coating performance and PPF thickness
If you’ve just collected your Proton Saga MC3, protecting it early helps prevent unnecessary damage and future costs. Contact LAVISH® now to secure your slot and get a protection setup that matches how you actually drive.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Does the Proton Saga MC3 come with factory-installed window tint?
No. The Proton Saga MC3 does not come with factory-installed window tint as a standard feature. While some authorised dealers may offer window tint as a paid pre-delivery add-on, it is not consistently guaranteed across all dealerships.
- Is dealer-provided tint good enough for daily driving in Malaysia?
Dealer tints usually provide basic shading, but they often lack strong heat rejection and high UV protection. This is why many owners choose aftermarket window tint like LAVISH® Nano Ceramic Window Film for better comfort, protection, and visibility in Malaysia’s hot climate.
- Is paint protection film (PPF) worth it for a Proton Saga MC3?
Yes, especially for daily-driven cars. PPF helps protect high-impact areas like the front bumper, door edges, and door cups from stone chips and scratches, preserving the original factory paint.
- Does ceramic coating protect against scratches and stone chips?
No. Ceramic coating enhances gloss, makes cleaning easier, and helps reduce staining, but it does not protect against stone chips or scratches. For physical protection, PPF is recommended.
- Which should be installed first on a new car: tint, PPF or ceramic coating?
The recommended order is PPF first, followed by ceramic or graphene coating, and then window tint. This ensures proper bonding and avoids unnecessary rework.
- If my car already has dealer tint, do I still need protection?
Yes. Even with dealer-installed tint, your car’s exterior paint remains exposed to stone chips, scratches, and daily wear. In this case, coating and PPF are effective ways to protect the paint and high-impact areas that tint does not cover.
At LAVISH®, a Graphene Coating + PPF package is available from only RM999*, designed to help protect and preserve your Proton Saga MC3’s appearance over time.
- Can I install tint, PPF and coating at the same time?
Yes. Many owners choose to install all 3 together to save time and ensure everything is done in the correct sequence from the start.
- Does security window film really improve safety?
Yes. Security window films help hold shattered glass together during accidents or attempted break-ins, reducing the risk of injury from flying glass fragments. LAVISH® Nano Ceramic Multilayer Titanium Magnetron Security PET Films are designed to provide this added safety while offering heat and UV protection.
- How do I choose the right protection setup for my Proton Saga MC3?
The best setup depends on how often you drive, where you park, and how long you plan to keep the car. A professional consultation can help match the right protection to your driving habits.