Polish

With your car cleaned, it’s time to remove any imperfections such as those pesky swirl marks, scratches and oxidation.

Now, the polish you choose depends on the condition of the vehicle’s paintwork. For newer vehicles in great condition or well-maintained vehicles you may just opt for a show glaze to increase the amount of shine.

If you have swirl marks go for a swirl remover and judge the extent of the swirls to help you decide on the abrasiveness you require.

For severely neglected vehicles you may need a more heavy duty polish. Be careful, as some of the more abrasive polishes should only be used by professionals.