Originally Posted by golfdude
the crossfire has a harder than usual clearcoat. Proof is in the resistance of the vehicle to rock chips. I have had the vehicle for almost 2 years with few rock chips...my friend, with an acura integra, has many, many rock chips.
I thought the clearcoat seemed sort of thicker than some. Driving style also has a lot to do with some chips - perhaps your friend with the integra find it necessary to hug the bumper of the car in front before overtaking.