SGK Garage - Car Detailing Exterior

Get the maximum shine out of your paint!

The goal of this service is to remove paint defects and holograms, leaving your car shining. Depending on your preference, we can eliminate 65% to 90% of imperfections. This is achieved through an intensive 2-step correction process that brings out maximum gloss and clarity in your paint.

Some scratches or defects may not be completely removable, depending on their depth or type. We carefully determine which imperfections can be safely corrected without damaging the paint.

Paint correction is also essential for new vehicles, as they often come with paint defects and swirls from the factory. Even after just a few months on the road, transportation and handling can leave visible marks.

Paint correction requires proper maintenance after the service. Improper washing can quickly cause scratches and swirls.

Depending on the vehicle and the condition of the paint, this service can take between 8 and 15 hours.

Paint correction process

1️⃣ Wheels, Tires, and Wheel Arches.

The process begins with a thorough cleaning of the wheel surfaces, wheel barrels, tires, and the inner linings of the wheel arches.

2️⃣ Gentle Foam Hand Wash

The vehicle is covered with a thick layer of foam and gently washed by hand (we also clean the door frames, fuel cap, and remove insects from the paint surface).

3️⃣ (optional) Iron Contamination Removal

To ensure a clean surface, we remove iron contamination from your paint through a chemical decontamination process.

4️⃣ (optional) Clay Bar Treatment

The next step to a clean surface is a treatment with a clay bar to remove any remaining deep-seated dirt and contaminants (the paint will feel especially smooth afterward).

5️⃣ Masking Sensitive Areas

To avoid polish buildup or discoloration, we mask trim pieces, chrome parts, and other sensitive areas to protect them.

6️⃣ Step 1: Cutting Compound (Correction)

Using a machine polisher, cutting pad, and compound, we safely remove most scratches and holograms from your paint.

7️⃣ Step 2: High-Gloss Polish

This step enhances the gloss and clarity by polishing out the holograms left behind after the cutting compound.

8️⃣ Removing Polish Residue

To check the true condition of the paint, we wipe it down to remove any remaining polish residue that could be hiding imperfections.

9️⃣ (optional) Applying Paint Protection

Depending on your choice of protection, we apply carnauba wax, sealant, or a long-lasting ceramic coating.

1️⃣0️⃣ (optional) Plastic Care

The exterior plastics and trim pieces are treated to achieve a uniform, black surface, similar to the tires, wheel arches, and trim (it will not be greasy).

1️⃣1️⃣ Cleaning the Exterior Windows and Mirrors

We finish the detailing with a streak-free glass cleaning of all windows and mirrors.

1️⃣2️⃣ Final Touches

We conduct a final inspection of all exterior surfaces and make any necessary touch-ups on areas that still need attention.

Prices

All prices shown include VAT

from 379,-

1-Step High-Gloss Polish

Fast and efficient paint refresh
Removal of light scratches and swirls
Reduction of holograms
Glossy, smooth surface

from 579,-

2-Step High-Gloss Polish

More intensive paint correction
Removal of deeper scratches and heavy swirls
High-gloss polish for maximum clarity and shine
Perfect for the highest demands on vehicle paint

from 50,-

Additional Options

Iron contamination removal
Clay bar treatment
Tree resin removal
Paint protection (Carnauba wax)
Plastic care

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer ceramic coatings?

Yes, we do! This is a fantastic option to protect your paint from the elements. For more information about our ceramic coatings, feel free to contact us via phone or WhatsApp. Alternatively, you can choose the more traditional carnauba wax sealant.

How long do the results last?

After the paint correction, the maintenance phase follows. It's like training a pet to sit on command. You don’t teach it just once and expect it to remember forever.
You need to continuously train and repeat the commands. The same goes for paint correction. You must wash and dry your vehicle properly (and regularly) to maintain the swirl- and scratch-free finish. Otherwise, you'll be back to square one.

What tools and products do you use?

A variety of machines, pads, polishes, abrasives, cleaners, towels, and lamps are used to work on your car. Every car is different, so it requires different methods and tools.

What is the difference between wax and paint correction?

Wax does not remove swirls or scratches from the paint. It only hides very light swirls and can be applied in a few hours. Paint correction, on the other hand, removes swirls in the paint, allowing it to truly shine. It also requires significantly more time and effort to complete. Typically, it takes one to two full days (depending on the size, condition, and desired results).

Stuttgart's leading specialists in paint correction