Shine! Protect and Shine! Protect Alloy explained

Leasing Advice

When you lease a new vehicle, keeping it in great condition matters. Small dents, scuffs, scratches and curbed alloys can happen in normal day-to-day driving, and repairs can add up. That’s why we offer two simple add-ons you can include with your Rivervale order: • Shine! Protect (minor bodywork cosmetic repairs) • Shine! Protect Alloy (minor alloy wheel cosmetic repairs) You can add either plan when placing your order, or later via MyGarage.

Posted on 23 Feb 2026 Posted by Jess Stanbrook

 

 

Shine! Protect (bodywork cosmetic maintenance)

What it’s for

A cosmetic maintenance plan designed to help keep your car bodywork in showroom condition, without needing to claim on your motor insurance. 

What it covers (minor repairs)

  • Chips up to 5mm
  • Scuffs and dents up to 30cm (diameter)
  • Light scratches up to 30cm (length) 

How many repairs can you have?

  • Up to 7 areas of repair per year
  • Up to 4 repairs per call-out
  • £25 call-out charge per repair request 

How it works (step-by-step)

  1. Download the Shine! Protect App
  2. Submit your request with photos
  3. Once approved, book a time that suits you
  4. A technician comes to you at home or work 
Download for Apple Download for Android

Why customers like it

 

  • Helps protect your no-claims bonus by avoiding an insurance claim 
  • Mobile repairs, UK-wide coverage
  • Repairs are guaranteed for as long as you own the car 

Key exclusions to be aware of (summary)
No panel replacement, stickers/decals, beading/mouldings, cracked or dented bumpers (or replacement), third-party liability, or bodyshop repairs. Repairs only go ahead where an invisible result can be achieved using Shine! Protect technology. 

 

Shine! Protect Alloy (alloy wheel maintenance)

What it’s for

A convenient way to repair minor damage to your alloy wheels caused by everyday wear and tear, using mobile maintenance techniques to restore as close to original condition as possible. 

What it includes

 

  • Up to 5 maintenance requests per year
  • Up to 4 areas of minor damage per request
  • Repairs to minor chips
  • Repairs to minor scuffs or scratches 

How it works (step-by-step)

  1. Use the Shine! Protect App to submit a request with photos
  2. Once approved, choose a time and place that works for you
  3. A mobile technician carries out the repair 
Download for Apple Download for Android

 

 

Cancellation (summary)
Full refund available within 30 days of purchase if no maintenance requests have been made. 

Key exclusions to be aware of (summary)
No cover for pre-existing damage or damage before the plan start date. Cover applies to wheels only. Lathe cutting repairs to diamond cut alloy wheels are not included. 

How to add Shine to your Rivervale order in MyGarage

 

You can add Shine! Protect, Shine! Protect Alloy, or both via MyGarage while you’re viewing your order. Once added, you’ll be able to access the claims process through the Shine! Protect App.

 

 

 

Important info

 

This page is a promotional summary and does not show full terms and conditions. Both plans are administered by AutoProtect Administration Limited. Full terms, conditions and exclusions apply. 

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