CARDOC
Service — Paint polishing

Restore the shine. Scratch by scratch.

Machine polishing with premium compounds: paint correction, scratch + hologram removal, and long-term protection. Single-stage to multi-day full restoration.

🔥 Introductory offer

Polishing package

Single-stage polishing + premium wax protection

  • Single-stage polishing
  • Minor scratch removal
  • Premium wax protective layer
  • Headlight condition check
Introductory offer price
49,990 Ft
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Our packages

Polishing tiers

Single-stage polishing

approx. 4–6 hours

from 69,990 Ft
  • Thorough paint cleaning
  • Minor scratch removal
  • Paint gloss restoration
  • Protective wax application
  • Detailed quality control
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Multi-stage polishing

Popular

approx. 1–2 days

from 109,990 Ft
  • Multi-stage cutting + polishing
  • Deep scratch removal
  • Hologram + swirl mark correction
  • Full paintwork restoration
  • Complimentary premium wax protection
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Headlight polishing

approx. 1–2 hours

19,990 Ft / pair
  • Restoration of dull headlights
  • Yellowing removal
  • Clear, intense light
  • Safer night driving
  • UV protective coating
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A discount of up to 10–15% is available when combining multiple services. All prices include 27% VAT.

Premium wax protection

approx. 1 hour

from 14,990 Ft

Water-repellent glass coating

approx. 30–60 min

from 9,990 Ft
How it works

The polishing process

  1. 01 Detailed inspection and scratch analysis
  2. 02 Pre-wash and decontamination of bodywork
  3. 03 Masking and surface preparation
  4. 04 Polishing (single- or multi-stage)
  5. 05 Cleaning and quality control
  6. 06 Protective wax or coating application
When to polish

When does polishing make sense?

New cars

Removal of factory defects and transport scratches.

After a used purchase

Restore a fresh appearance.

Before selling

Higher market value.

Visible wash scratches

Restore shine and depth.

After damage or scratches

Spot correction.

Regular maintenance

Long-term paint protection.

What we guarantee

Results and guarantee

  • Professional machine polishing exclusively with premium products
  • Detailed quality control after every step
  • Transparent pricing, no hidden costs
  • Consultation for choosing the right package
  • Long-lasting results for months
  • Satisfaction guarantee
Frequently asked

Polishing — questions we get a lot

How long does a polish take?

A single-stage paint correction usually takes most of a day (6–8 hours). Multi-stage corrections — for older, oxidised or heavily marked paint — can stretch to 1–3 days depending on the panel count and depth of defects. We always confirm the realistic timeframe after a quick consultation.

What's the difference between single-stage and multi-stage polishing?

Single-stage uses one cutting + polishing compound and removes light swirl marks, holograms and minor scratches — typical for newer cars in decent condition. Multi-stage adds dedicated cut and finish steps with different pads and compounds, refining the paint to a deeper, mirror-like gloss and removing deeper defects.

Will polishing remove all scratches?

Surface-level marks (swirls, water spots, fine scratches you can't feel with a fingernail) — yes. Deeper scratches that have cut through the clear coat into the colour layer cannot be polished out; only refinishing or spot-repair can fix those. We measure paint thickness before starting so we know exactly how much we can safely correct.

How long does the result last?

The optical correction itself is permanent — until something new scratches the paint again. To protect the finish we recommend either a premium wax (3–6 months), a sealant (8–12 months) or a ceramic coating (1–5 years).

Do I need to wait before washing the car?

If you only had the polish, you can wash it the same week — use a touchless or two-bucket hand wash. If we applied a coating or wax on top, follow the 7-day care guide we hand you at pick-up.

Is there a guarantee?

We guarantee the workmanship — proper pad/compound selection, no burnt edges, even finish. We can't guarantee a "factory-new" look on every car: the final result depends on the existing paint thickness, age, prior repairs and clear-coat health. We always show you what to expect during the pre-work walkaround.

Your car deserves the best.

Fast, precise, and reliable body polishing — we look forward to welcoming you in District IX, Budapest.

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