Arizona sun is especially hard on dark cars such as the green, black, and red ones shown here. Dark colors look great when clean and shiny, but the also absorb more heat from the sun. If not protected properly this slowly breaks down the paint and clear coat, the finish begins to fade and show white areas and eventually the damage gets too deep and the clearcoat flakes and can’t be fully repaired.

How do you protect your vehicle from this fate? Dirty cars deteriorate faster because they reflect less light and heat. Keeping your vehicle clean and waxed not only makes it look better and shed water and dirt better, but it helps reflect more light and heat from the surface. But a wax is not a wax is not a wax. Cheap waxes not only don’t reflect and shine as well, but they don’t last as long because heat and friction from blowing dirt breaks them down faster. High quality Carnauba in the wax makes the difference in both shine, silkiness to shed dirt and water, and ability to withstand higher heat without breaking down. “Paint protectant” is an even higher heat tolerant product that lasts longer, and we offer that also.

But Buyer Beware! There are no labelling standards in the car wash industry like food and drug, so someone can say they have Carnauba in their wax if they have a teaspoon full in a 55 gallon drum. That’s why we are very careful of the brands and types we use to ensure our customers are getting only the best quality products available rather than a cheaper imitation.

Having the right materials and equipment and knowing how to use them is critical to restoring the finish. When the clearcoat is heavily damaged by the sun it is not always possible to completely restore it and that is why we always insist on examining it first to assess whether it can be improved significantly and advise the client accordingly. However, it’s usually impossible to tell exactly how much effort will be required to restore the finish because we can’t see below the surface to see how deep the damage goes or how uneven it is. Even our paint thickness guage doesn’t tell us that, just how much thickness is left for us to work with. Therefore we rarely give a fixed quote for this work. We normally recommend starting with a standard clay, buff, and Carnauba wax. Often this will go a long way, if not all the way, to improving a finish as well as taking out the small swirls and scratches that reduce shine, hold on to dirt, and leave too uneven a surface for wax to get a good bond and last longer. If, after the normal claying and buffing, there is still additional work needed to get the finish restored as much as it is possible before the final waxing, then we do the remaining work on a time and materials basis, typically based on an estimated minimum charge and a “not to exceed” without consultation with the client before going further. Sometimes getting the final amount of “perfection” takes much longer and may not be worth it to the client since small remaining damage may be visible only under close-up scrutiny so we have the client make that call.

We love doing this kind of work because the results are usually so dramatic and we love having happy customers.

Body Restoration

“I can’t believe it’s the same car!”
— Shirley D, Page, Arizona

“Based on what a fabulous job these guys did on my original wash, I decided to take my 94 jeep in for a full detail. Before this I was going to have it painted because the hood and top had so much sun damage. When I went to pick my jeep up I could see it shinning from the street! It now looks more like a classic/vintage car rather than an old beater. It no longer needs a paint job and it STILL shines over two months of rain and mud and sitting in the sun all day. They also detailed the inside and got that “old car” smell out. I know one thing, if I ever go to sell any of my cars, I will always take it here first, because I think this added more value to my car.”
— Sheri C, Sedona AZ

We are absolutely thrilled with the results of your work on our 2007 Jeep! When we purchased this car used, one year ago. Turns out, the clear coat was totally removed from the hood of our car! Repainting it was going to cost $800!! You stepped in and saved the day for a mere fraction of the price. We are so grateful to you, your wife Deborah and your staff of professionals. We’ll be getting both of our cars protected from the sun with your protection treatment just as soon as we can get them in to see you. Rhonda R., Sedona, AZ

This Miata had been little used for a long time and the sun, weather, and poor detailing in the past had taken its toll. With the right materials, equipment, and expertise, this is what can be done. This one was done using “Big Foot”, one of our orbital buffer/polishers, and a variety of different pads, compounds, polishes, and waxes.

Mercedes Before

Mercedes After

Headlight Restoration

Your headlights are one of the most important safety features of your car or truck yet we often take them for granted. Unfortunately, as they age and weather they gradually develop a car’s version of cataracts- they become milky and fogged. This not only cuts the amount of light getting through to illuminate the road clearly and far ahead, but the light that does get through is diffused and scattered, further reducing visibility. It becomes more and more dangerous at night without our really noticing because of its slow progression, until that moment when we suddenly need the lost visibility in a surprise situation. Replacing the headlights has become hugely expensive. That’s where Cleaner Quicker Car Wash comes in. We use a multi-step process to take off the milky layer and leave the glass clear again. However, that’s not all. It’s then necessary to seal the surface of the headlight to slow down its future deterioration, and we do that thoroughly. Customers often marvel at the change. And regarding the aesthetic appeal, the BMW F30 headlights add a modern, sleek look to the vehicle. They not only improve visibility but also enhance the overall appearance of the car. I’ve received numerous compliments on how they make my car look more contemporary and stylish. These high-quality automotive upgrades truly make a difference, both in functionality and in enhancing the vehicle’s look.

These are images before and after headlight restoration. This visual shows the importance of having clean lenses.

Even headlights as bad as these can usually be restored and made to look new again with our equipment and expertise.

headlight-and-paint-restorationClick the photos below to view larger, detailed images of our work.