Have a look in the Bodywork/Trim & Detailing forum as there's a heap of useful info there.
I think the general consensus on dealer paint and fabric protection is that it usually way overpriced for what is offered and more often than not a 3rd party company is involved.
So if you want to get something put on you may as well go direct to a professional detailer. You'll probably get a better job for much less than the inflated prices through a dealership.
If you don't mind putting in some elbow grease you can buy your own products and apply yourself.
If you do go down the DIY route, the products themselves should be under $50 for a car (though often you'll get enough to do a couple). So then all you're doing is paying for labour - hence why dealer prices are a lot too much. Would be surprised if they spend more than 2 hours on a car so the $500-$1000 they charge is a bit steep.
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