
Scotts Valley Window Tinting & Paint Protection
Highway 17 commuter protection—35 minutes via 17 to 85 to our Gilroy shop
Serving Scotts Valley Since 1993
Scotts Valley sits in the redwoods, above Highway 17's famous curves—and Scotts Valley drivers know what that highway does to paint. Rock chips from construction trucks, gravel from road work, debris from the Santa Cruz Mountains: Highway 17 is brutal on vehicle finishes. That's why Scotts Valley commuters make the 35-minute drive to Blackout. We're essentially on your commute route—down 17 to 85 to 101 to Gilroy. Our PPF protects against the rock chips you dodge daily; our ceramic coating sheds the redwood sap and mountain dust. We've served the Santa Cruz Mountains community since 1993, protecting everything from Tesla commuters to Jeep adventurers.
Areas We Serve in Scotts Valley
Services for Scotts Valley Drivers
Premium window tinting, paint protection, and detailing services—all just 35 minutes from Scotts Valley.
Automotive Window Tinting
Premium ceramic window tint for cooler Highway 17 commutes and mountain driving comfort.
- 3M Ceramic IR & LLumar CTX
- Reduced glare for curves
- Same-day available
- Legal VLT compliance
Paint Protection Film
Self-healing PPF essential for Highway 17 rock chips—the most common damage we see from Scotts Valley vehicles.
- Highway 17 rock chip protection
- Self-healing technology
- Full front packages
- 10-year warranty
Ceramic Coating
Professional ceramic coatings that protect against redwood sap, dust, and mountain road conditions.
- Tree sap resistance
- Multi-year protection
- Hydrophobic finish
- Easy maintenance
Mountain Driving Specialists
We understand Highway 17 driving—the rock chips, the curves, the commuter needs.
- Highway 17 expertise
- Commuter scheduling
- Mountain road protection
- Dust and debris coverage
Getting Here from Scotts Valley
Distance: 30 miles
Drive Time: 35 minutes
Main Routes: Highway 17, Scotts Valley Drive, Mount Hermon Road, Granite Creek Road
Step-by-Step Directions
From Scotts Valley, take Highway 17 South toward Los Gatos. Merge onto Highway 85 South toward San Jose. Continue to Highway 101 South toward Gilroy. Exit at 10th Street, turn east (right) on 10th Street, right on Camino Arroyo, then left on Holloway Rd. Our shop is behind Target. Total drive is about 35 minutes—essentially your commute extended a bit further south.

Frequently Asked Questions from Scotts Valley Customers
How far is Blackout from Scotts Valley?
We're approximately 30 miles from Scotts Valley—about 35 minutes via Highway 17 to Highway 85 to Highway 101 South. Many Highway 17 commuters already pass our area on their way to South Bay jobs.
What's the best route from Scotts Valley to your Gilroy shop?
Take Highway 17 South toward Los Gatos. Merge onto Highway 85 South, then continue to Highway 101 South toward Gilroy. Exit at 10th Street, turn east on 10th, right on Camino Arroyo, then left on Holloway Rd. We're behind Target. 35 minutes from Town Center.
Do I really need PPF for Highway 17 driving?
If you drive Highway 17 regularly, PPF is almost essential. The rock chips from trucks and construction debris are constant. We see more front-end damage from Highway 17 than any other route. Self-healing PPF pays for itself in avoided paint repairs.
Do you work with Highway 17 commuters?
Absolutely! Many Scotts Valley residents drop off on their way to South Bay offices and pick up after work. We're essentially on the commute route—just a bit further down 101.
What about protection from redwood sap?
Great question! Our ceramic coatings make tree sap much easier to remove, and the hydrophobic finish helps with the dust and debris common on mountain roads. Many Scotts Valley customers add coating specifically for easier maintenance.
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