Introduced in 1992 and carrying a storied reputation for its visceral driving experience, this year the sun will set on a legendary name. At Arete we are deeply passionate about the weird and wonderful corners of the automotive universe so naturally, we were excited to care for a last-year-of-production Viper GTS in Venom Black.For this vehicle the owner chose to cut no corners and go straight for the top shelf; CQuartz Finest Reserve.

With as much misinformation out there about what ceramic/glass/nano coatings can and can’t do, it’s time to clear the air. Here at Areté  we are absolutely dedicated to ensuring our clients are not only educated about the specific products we use, but also product classifications as a whole. In the spirit of spreading knowledge we are here to help you understand what to expect out of a protective paint coating system. We’ll dispel some myths and teach you about the realities of what these amazing products can truly accomplish. While they are the real deal when it comes to surface protection, they aren’t a miracle cure-all and there are things that some companies will claim that just simply aren’t true.