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Our Top Pick
9.7/10 our score
Best Car Polishes
Rank | Product Name | Score |
---|---|---|
1 |
Nu Finish Liquid |
9. 7 |
2 |
Meguiar's Ultimate |
9. 5 |
3 |
HD Speed All-Natural |
9. 1 |
4 |
Chemical Guys VSS |
8. 8 |
5 |
Zymol Original |
8. 6 |
6 |
Mothers California Gold 07100 |
8. 2 |
7 |
Meguiar's Compound |
8. 0 |
8 |
Meguiar's ScratchX 0 |
7 .7 |
9 |
Dodo Juice Lime Prime |
7. 4 |
10 |
Poorboy's World Pro Polish 2 |
7. 2 |
1. Nu Finish Liquid
9.7/10 our score
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- TESTING. Rated #1 car polish by leading consumer testing magazines for protection, durability, gloss improvement and best retail value.
- RESULTS. Both liquid and paste versions are the only products to have been rated #1 by the leading U. S. consumer testing magazine
- BUFFING. No heavy rubbing, no heavy buffing formula and can be applied in direct sunlight.
- NO WAX. Only car polish product on the market that contains no wax and available in both liquid or soft paste.
- APPLICATIONS. Product can be used to protect fiberglass boats, airplanes, motorcycles, as well as various household items and much more.
2. Meguiar's Ultimate
9.5/10 our score
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- Ultimate Polish pre-waxing glaze prepares your car’s surface for wax while offering deep reflections and high gloss
- Achieve a glossy paint finish with conditioning oils that add depth of color and maximum shine before waxing, especially on dark-colored cars
- Quickly and gently removes fine swirls and towel marks for mirror-like reflections
- Safe on all glossy paints including clear coats
- Can be effectively applied by hand or with dual action polisher like Meguiar's MT300 Dual Action Polisher
3. HD Speed All-Natural
9.1/10 our score
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- All-In-One Product
- Polish & Sealant
- Minor Paint Correction
- Leaves a High Gloss Surface
- Easy on/off formula
4. Chemical Guys VSS
8.8/10 our score
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- This can remove many moderate to heavy surface imperfections.Works on all colors
- Works like a compound, a polish and a cleaner
- Eliminates surface imperfections
- Wax and silicone free
5. Zymol Original
8.6/10 our score
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- Unique one-step cleaner/wax combination derived from a 120 year old German formula
- Contains the highest grades of ingredients derived from nature
- Internationally acclaimed world-class shine and protection
- Gentle, safe, mild cleaning and petroleum solvent free
6. Mothers California Gold 07100
8.2/10 our score
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- Smoothes edges of larger imperfections and removes small scratches for a new look
- Use once or twice a year to maintain your vehicle's paint and look
- Preps paint for waxing for a smoother look and cleaner surface
- Regular use provides a long lasting benefit to your vehicle
7. Meguiar's Compound
8/10 our score
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- SWIRL AND SCRATCH REMOVER: Safely and quickly removes light swirls and scratches, hazing, and other light below-surface defects
- POLISHING COMPOUND: Polishing oils restore brilliance and a rich, glossy shine to dull paint finishes
- CLEAN BEFORE WAX: Produces a clean surface while boosting gloss and shine before applying wax
- CLEAR COAT SAFE: Safe and effective on all glossy paints and clear coats (not for use on flat, matte or satin finishes)
- NO MACHINE NEEDED: Formulated to be applied by hand only
8. Meguiar's ScratchX 0
7.7/10 our score
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- USE WITH CONFIDENCE: Quickly and safely removes light scratches, blemishes and swirls from all glossy paint finishes and clear coats
- RESTORE CLARITY: Exclusive micro-abrasive technology removes fine blemishes while restoring clarity and a brilliant high gloss
- REMOVES DEFECTS, DOESN’T JUST HIDE: Defects are permanently removed, not simply covered up or filled in
- CLEAR COAT SAFE: Compound is safe on all glossy paints and clear coats
- CHOOSE HOW TO USE: Safe and effective application by hand or dual action polisher like Meguiar's MT300 Dual Action Polisher
- Safely removes light scratches & swirls
- Safely removes oxidations & blemishes
- Bonded contaminants
- Clear coat safe
9. Dodo Juice Lime Prime
7.4/10 our score
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- With micro-abrasives to remove oxidation and light swirl marks
- Has cleaning agents to remove watermarks and ingrained dirt
- Contains lubricating oils for slickness and gloss finish
10. Poorboy's World Pro Polish 2
7.2/10 our score
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- Contains abrasives plus cleaners to remove contamination and surface defects, like scratches, swirl marks, and etchings
- Combines abrasive action with chemical cleaners to remove more imperfections from clear coats, paints, metals, plastics, and plated surfaces
- Removes water spots, swirls, fine scratches, and more
- Contains no wax, no silicone, and it's body shop safe
- Can be used on freshly painted surfaces to remove 1500-2000 grit sanding marks