PIT STOP BOYS INC.

What PIT STOP BOYS INC. does

PIT STOP BOYS INC. (d/b/a Pitstop Boys) is a privately held premium automotive and aviation care services company headquartered at 4090 Belgreen Drive in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The company was founded by Tristan and evolved from a mobile detailing operation into a fixed, purpose-built facility serving Ottawa, with active expansion underway into Arizona under the founder's direction. Its core service lines include Paint Protection Film (PPF) in standard, matte, and color variants (priced from $800 up to $9,000 for full-vehicle color PPF), XPEL Fusion Plus Premium V2 ceramic coating (starting at $1,500), XPEL Prime XR ceramic window tinting, multi-stage paint correction, full-vehicle detailing packages ($175-$660), custom vinyl wrapping, and aviation detailing delivered mobile at customer hangars. The company also operates an enclosed trailer transport service for luxury, exotic, and specialty vehicles across Ottawa, Eastern Ontario, Montreal, Kingston, Toronto, and Quebec.

The business is built around exclusive use of XPEL-branded films and coatings, supported by a small specialist team of seven technicians with deep craft backgrounds (including 12+ years in mechanical engineering and custom fabrication, and 30+ years in precision film installation). Customer segments span luxury and exotic vehicle owners, daily-driver consumers, customization enthusiasts, aircraft owners and flying clubs (notably the Ottawa Flying Club), and dealers/collectors requiring enclosed transport. The company makes money entirely through one-time professional service fees on a direct-to-consumer basis, with no subscription, recurring, or channel-partner revenue. Distribution is exclusively direct via the Ottawa shop, mobile aviation service at hangars, and the company's own enclosed trailer transport fleet — with discovery and conversion driven by the company website (pitstopboysinc.com), an Urable-powered virtual shop, Instagram/social media, blog content for organic search, and phone/quote-form inquiries.

Name

PIT STOP BOYS INC.

Legal name

Pitstop Boys Inc.

Website

https://pitstopboysinc.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Detailing Services

NAICS

Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance (811121)

akta.pro primary industry

Paint & Refinishing Services (Spray, Color-Match, Clearcoat) (TLAKAEAC)

Keywords

• Automotive detailing services
• Paint protection film
• Ceramic coating services
• Vehicle window tinting
• Aviation detailing

Headquarters

HQ city

Ottawa

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Automotive Detailing Services: One-time professional services revenue from full car detailing packages (Garage Queen at $175+, Pitstop at $290, Dialled at $375, Grand Prix at $660), paint correction (1-stage from $400, 2-stage from $650, 3-stage priced by condition), aviation detailing (exterior wash starting at $500, full detail starting at $950, polishing from $1,500, ceramic coating from $3,000), and headlight restoration.
2. Paint Protection Film (PPF): One-time installation revenue from PPF packages: Deluxe starting at $800, Full Front at $1,600, Track at $2,100, Full Vehicle at $5,000. Matte PPF: Deluxe starting at $1,100, Track at $2,750, Full Vehicle at $6,500. Color PPF: Full Vehicle starting at $9,000. Windshield protection film add-on starting at $700.
3. Ceramic Coating Services: One-time ceramic coating application revenue. XPEL Fusion Plus Premium V2 package starting at $1,500 (includes paint correction and windshield coating). Wheel Faces add-on starting at $400. Wheel, Barrel, and Caliper coating available as add-on.
4. Window Tinting: One-time window tint installation revenue. All Sides + Rear: Prime XR Black $450 / Prime XR Plus $650. Front 2 Windows: Prime XR Black $200 / Prime XR Plus $300. Full Windshield: Prime XR Black $320 / Prime XR Plus $450. Window Strip: Prime XR Black $80 (add-on $50). Tint Removal from $25/window. Glass Coating from $80.
5. Vinyl Wrap Services: One-time vinyl wrap installation revenue. Racing Stripes starting at $590, Roof Vinyl starting at $300 + $70 sunroof, Roof PPF Color Change starting at $700 + $70 sunroof, Chrome Delete starting at $400. Full Vehicle Wrap, Full Vehicle Chrome Wrap, Satin/Matte Finish, Color Shift Wrap, and Commercial Lettering are custom quote-based.
6. Enclosed Trailer Transport: Transportation service revenue. Enclosed Trailer Transport: Ottawa $300 + $3.25/km; Regional $400 + $3/km; Long distance $500 + $2.50/km. Luxury/Exotic Transport: Ottawa $450 + $3.50/km; Regional $550 + $3.25/km; Long distance $650 + $2.75/km. Priority Transport $250, Vehicle Condition Report $75.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pitstop Boys provides premium vehicle protection and detailing services from a high-end Ottawa, Ontario facility. The core offering includes Paint Protection Film (PPF) installation in standard, matte, and color variants using XPEL products, XPEL Fusion Plus ceramic coating application, ceramic window tinting, multi-stage paint correction, full car detailing packages, custom vinyl wrapping, and mobile aviation detailing for aircraft owners. The company also offers enclosed trailer transport for luxury, exotic, collector, and low-clearance vehicles, with services performed by a team of specialized installers and technicians.

Product overview

PIT STOP BOYS INC. is a premium automotive and aviation detailing company operating as a single-location service provider in Ottawa, Ontario. Their core product portfolio centers on vehicle protection and aesthetic enhancement services, including Paint Protection Film (PPF) in standard, matte, and color variants; ceramic coating using XPEL Fusion Plus Premium V2; window tinting using XPEL Prime XR films; and full-service car detailing with multiple tiered packages. Additional services include aviation detailing (mobile service at Ottawa Flying Club), paint correction, vinyl wrapping, and enclosed trailer transport. The company uses XPEL-branded products exclusively and positions itself as a high-end, full-service vehicle customization and protection provider serving daily drivers, performance vehicles, luxury cars, exotic builds, and aircraft.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Paint Protection Film (PPF) Paint Protection Film service using XPEL products that shields vehicle paint from rock chips, road debris, bug acids, and everyday wear with a nearly invisible protective layer. Packages include Deluxe Package (starting at $800), Full Front Package (starting at $1,600), Track Package (starting at $2,100), and Full Vehicle coverage (starting at $5,000). Turnaround: 1 to 5 days depending on package.
• Matte Paint Protection Film Matte PPF service that transforms vehicle appearance to a smooth satin finish while protecting paint from rock chips, road debris, and everyday wear. Packages include Deluxe (starting at $1,100), Full Front, Track (starting at $2,750), and Full Vehicle coverage (starting at $6,500). Designed for matte-finish vehicles.
• Color Paint Protection Film Color PPF service providing bold color transformations combined with paint protection benefits. Full Vehicle Color PPF package starts at $9,000 (6-7 day turnaround), with special pricing for Teslas and Mercedes G-Wagons. Windshield protection film add-on starting at $700.
• Ceramic Coating XPEL Fusion Plus Premium V2 ceramic coating service providing durable protection with enhanced gloss, hydrophobic properties, and easier maintenance. Starting at $1,500 (2-3 day turnaround), including Level 1 or Level 2 paint correction, single ceramic application to paint and bodywork, windshield coating, and warranty.
• Window Tinting Car window tinting service using XPEL ceramic films (Prime XR Black with up to 80% infrared heat rejection and Prime XR Plus with up to 95% infrared heat rejection) for heat rejection, privacy, and UV protection. Coverage options include All Sides and Rear, Front 2 Windows, Full Windshield, Window Strip, Tint Removal, and Glass Exterior Coating. Pricing ranges from $80 to $650 depending on coverage and film grade.
• Full Car Detailing (In+Out) Comprehensive auto detailing service with tiered packages: Garage Queen (starting at $175), Pitstop (starting at $290), Dialled (starting at $375), and Grand Prix (starting at $660). Services cover deep interior and exterior cleaning, decontamination, paint sealant, hydrophobic windshield treatment, and optional ceramic coating upgrades.
• Aviation Detailing Mobile aircraft detailing service performed at hangars using aviation-safe products and procedures. Services include Exterior Wash (starting at $500, $20/foot), Exterior Detail + Protection (starting at $950, $35/foot), Interior Detail (starting at $350 + $150/row), Aircraft Polishing/Oxidation Removal (starting at $1,500), Aircraft Ceramic Coating (starting at $3,000, $120/foot), and Aircraft Maintenance Programs. Mobile service at Ottawa Flying Club and other hangars.
• Paint Correction Paint correction service removing swirl marks, light scratches, haze, and surface imperfections through multi-stage polishing. Packages include 1 Stage Paint Enhancement with Sealant (starting at $400, aims for 50%+ defect removal), 2 Stage Paint Correction (starting at $650, aims for 85%+ defect removal), and 3 Stage Paint Correction (price depends on paint condition and vehicle size, aims for 90%+ defect removal).
• Vinyl Wrap Custom vinyl wrap installation service offering Full Vehicle Wrap, Full Vehicle Chrome Wrap, Satin and Matte Finish, Racing Stripes (starting at $590), Color Shift Wrap, Roof and Partial Wrap (starting at $300 + $70 sunroof), Roof PPF Color Change (starting at $700 + $70 sunroof), Chrome Delete Service (starting at $400), Carbon Fiber Accents, Commercial Lettering, and Custom design and install. Custom services require direct quote.
• Enclosed Trailer Transport Secure enclosed trailer vehicle transport service for luxury, exotic, collector, and low-clearance vehicles using soft straps, low-angle ramps, and commercial transport insurance. Pricing: Enclosed Trailer Transport (Ottawa: $300 + $3.25/km; Regional up to 150 km: $400 + $3/km; Long distance: $500 + $2.50/km); Luxury/Exotic Transport (Ottawa: $450 + $3.50/km; Regional: $550 + $3.25/km; Long distance: $650 + $2.75/km); Priority Transport ($250); Vehicle Condition Report ($75).

Quantifiable outcome

• PPF Windshield Protection Film pricing at $700
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• XPELcoreTechnology or IntegrationPitstop Boys is an XPEL dealer/install center, using XPEL products across paint protection film (standard, matte, and color PPF), window tint (Prime XR Black and Prime XR Plus ceramic films), and ceramic coating (XPEL Fusion Plus Premium V2). XPEL products are described as industry-leading for high-level performance, clean looks, and long-term durability. XPEL branding is prominently featured on the company website.
• Ottawa Flying ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPitstop Boys proudly services the Ottawa Flying Club with aviation-safe detailing products and procedures. The company specifically mentions working mobile right at the hangar for club members, using aviation-safe products and procedures that respect the aircraft at every step.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Washos: Mobile car wash and detailing platform offering on-demand professional detailing with comparable direct-to-consumer booking and similar target customers who value convenience and professional-grade results.
• MobileWash: Mobile car wash and detailing platform operating on-demand via app across multiple US metros. Similar direct-to-consumer service business model targeting individual vehicle owners with on-location convenience.
• DetailXPerts: Auto detailing franchise offering interior and exterior detailing, ceramic coatings, and paint correction through a network of franchisees. Operates in a similar small-business, owner-operator service model targeting the same residential and luxury vehicle owner segments.
• Ceramic Pro: Global ceramic coating and paint protection film franchise operating through certified installers, offering very similar services (PPF, ceramic coating, window tint, paint correction) to Pit Stop Boys under a comparable premium-positioned, installer-network model.
• Tinted: Automotive window tinting and paint protection service with multiple locations, offering ceramic tint, PPF, and related vehicle protection services in a comparable shop-based premium service model.
• Spiffy: On-demand mobile car wash and detailing service with a direct-to-consumer booking model and multi-city operations. Comparable to Pit Stop Boys in service offering and customer experience focus, though delivered via mobile rather than shop-based.

Others

• Dr. Beasley's: Detailing products manufacturer supplying polishes, ceramic coatings, and surface care consumables to professional detailers and enthusiasts. Adjacent ecosystem participant — competitor at the product level but supplier ecosystem to installation-focused shops like Pit Stop Boys.
• Chemical Guys: Leading car care products manufacturer and retailer of detailing supplies, soaps, polishes, and coatings. Adjacent ecosystem participant supplying products to detailers rather than offering installation services directly.
• Adam's Polishes: Major detailing products brand selling polishes, coatings, and car care supplies to enthusiasts and professionals. Adjacent ecosystem participant supplying consumables used in detail shops rather than directly competing on installation services.

Broad incumbents

• XPEL: Industry-leading manufacturer of paint protection film, ceramic coatings, and window tint films — Pit Stop Boys' exclusive product partner. XPEL also operates company-owned service centers in select markets, making it both supplier and a competitor in the same premium PPF/coating category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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