Car Paint Corrections
Your vehicle's paintwork deserves the precision care that only specialist correction can deliver. At Sunshine Coast Car Detailing, advanced machine polishing removes swirls, haze, and micro-scratches while preserving every micron of clear coat. Our studio-grade lighting reveals defects invisible to the naked eye, ensuring comprehensive correction that restores showroom gloss to luxury, performance, and collectible vehicles.
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Paint correction goes far beyond simple buffing. Single-stage treatments eliminate light marring from coastal sand and poor washing techniques. Two-stage correction tackles deeper defects, oxidation, and water spots common in Queensland's harsh UV environment. Multi-stage refinement achieves concours-ready finishes on show vehicles and investment-grade classics. Each process includes thorough clay bar decontamination to remove embedded contaminants before polishing begins. The result is defect-free paint that enhances your vehicle's appearance and protects its value for years to come.
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Sunshine Coast Service Area
Appointment Only
We currently don't service walk-ins
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does professional paint correction cost?
Paint correction pricing reflects the level of refinement required. Single-stage enhancement starts around $400 for smaller vehicles, while comprehensive multi-stage correction ranges from $800-$2,000+ depending on vehicle size, paint hardness, and defect severity. We provide detailed quotes after assessing your specific paint condition and desired outcome.
What's the difference between buffing and proper paint correction?
Buffing uses heavy compounds to quickly mask defects, often creating holograms and micro-marring. Professional correction employs measured machine polishing with diminishing-abrasive compounds, removing microscopic layers of clear coat to permanently eliminate swirls while preserving paint thickness.
How do I know if my car needs single, two, or multi-stage correction?
Single-stage suits vehicles with light swirls and good paint thickness. Two-stage addresses moderate defects, oxidation, and deeper scratches. Multi-stage achieves show-quality finishes on dark colours or concours vehicles. Paint thickness measurements determine the safest approach for your specific finish.
Will paint correction remove all scratches from my vehicle?
Correction eliminates surface defects within the clear coat, including swirls, haze, and light scratches. Deep scratches penetrating through to base coat require touch-up or respray. We assess each defect and recommend realistic outcomes before beginning work.
What causes the swirls and holograms I see in direct sunlight?
Swirls result from improper washing techniques, automated car washes, and environmental contamination. Holograms (buffer trails) typically indicate previous poor machine polishing. Queensland's coastal sand and salt air accelerate paint marring when combined with incorrect maintenance methods.
Can paint correction fix water spots and etching?
Light water spots remove easily during correction. Etched spots from acidic contamination require more intensive polishing. Severe etching penetrating through clear coat may need spot repair. We assess depth and recommend realistic improvement expectations.