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Headlight restoration · Warsaw

Headlight restoration

Headlight lens restoration - we bring back their clarity and protect them from UV.

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How the restoration goes

From a dull, yellowed light to complete clarity.

  1. 01

    Masking and assessment

    We protect the paint around the light and assess how badly the lens has clouded.

  2. 02

    Wet sanding

    We sand off the clouded, yellowed layer with successively finer grades of paper.

  3. 03

    Polishing and UV protection

    We polish the lens until it is clear and seal it with a coating that protects against UV.

What the service involves

After restoration the lights shine like new - and we give a one-year guarantee on that. You improve safety and visibility on the road, and the car looks well cared for again. Our know-how and materials guarantee the best result.

Weak light is sometimes the cause of a collision, and worn lights can mean failing the technical inspection or having your registration document taken away. It is worth restoring your lights to full working order.

  • Restoration of dull and yellowed lenses
  • Sealing against UV, abrasion and dirt
  • A one-year guarantee - the lights shine like new
  • Better visibility and greater safety on the road
  • It helps you pass the technical inspection

Why is it worth making your lights shine like new?

A worn lens is not just about looks - it is a real risk on the road.

  • Weak light can be the cause of collisions and accidents on the road
  • People walking along the verge may not be well lit, which makes it easier to hit them
  • An obstacle may be seen too late to brake in time
  • The car may fail its technical inspection because of worn lights
  • A police officer can confiscate your registration document for lights that are too weak
Price of the service
PLN 250net per light
  • Turnaround: 1 day
  • Warsaw, ul. Chełmżyńska 10F

The final price depends on the condition of the panel. Send a photo and we will send the quote back within 24 hours.

The result: before and after

A clouded headlight restored to full clarity.

After the repair at Automax Before the repair
Headlight restoration - Automax Warsaw

We protect the lens against UV

Restoration of car headlight lenses. As part of the service we re-seal the outer surface of the lens against abrasion, dirt and UV rays. Give your lights their old look back - more brilliance and far better visibility.

Headlight restoration - Automax Warsaw Headlight restoration - Automax Warsaw

More brilliance and better visibility

Give your lights their old look back - more brilliance and far better visibility. Our know-how and materials guarantee the best results.

Headlight restoration - Automax Warsaw Headlight restoration - Automax Warsaw

Why it is worth it

Weak light is sometimes the cause of collisions and accidents - people walking along the verge may not be seen in time.

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Questions and answers

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About this serviceSpecifically about what this page describes. 4 questions
How long does headlight restoration take?

Usually 50-90 minutes, depending on how badly the lenses have clouded.

Does the result last?

Yes - at the end we apply a coating that protects against UV rays and keeps the lens clear for longer.

Is restoration cheaper than replacement?

Definitely - it costs a fraction of the price of new lights and makes driving at night safer.

Do you restore both headlights?

As a rule yes - for an even result we restore both lights.

Price and appointmentWhat it costs, how we calculate it and when there is a slot. 5 questions
How much does a repair cost and what does the price depend on?

A PDR repair starts from PLN 100 net. The final amount depends on the size and depth of the damage, its place on the body and how much work it takes to reach the panel from behind. Two dents that look alike can differ twofold in price precisely because of access.

Are the inspection and the quote paid for?

No. Looking the car over under the lamp, counting the dents and giving a price are free and commit you to nothing. The quote you get is binding - we do not change it during the work.

Will you give a price over the phone?

We can give a range, but a reliable quote means seeing the damage. The quickest way is to send two photos: the whole panel and a close-up at an angle, in side light. On that basis we can usually say whether a paintless repair is possible.

How soon will I get an appointment?

For small repairs usually within a few days, often the same week. After a bigger hailstorm in Warsaw the queue can be longer - then it is worth calling straight away rather than putting the decision off.

Can I pay by card and get an invoice?

Yes. We accept card, cash and bank transfer, and we issue the invoice to a company or to a private person - just say so when you hand the car over.

The visit to the workshopHow the car is taken in and how long it takes. 5 questions
Where are you and do I need an appointment?

We work in Warsaw. Booking is advisable - that way the bay and the lighting are free for your slot and the repair starts as soon as you arrive. For the inspection alone you can drop in after calling ahead.

How long does a repair take and can I wait on site?

Most small repairs take from 30 minutes to 3 hours and you can wait for them. The car is left for longer only for a larger job, for example after hail or when the headliner has to come out.

Does the car need preparing before the visit?

It is enough for the damaged spot to be clean - a layer of dust makes assessment under the lamp harder. Nothing needs dismantling and no extra documents are needed.

What happens if it turns out on the spot that the repair is impossible?

We say so straight away, before starting work, and charge nothing. We usually then suggest what scope of work would be needed and what it really costs.

Do you come out to the customer?

For simple repairs it is possible. Harder finishing work comes out better in the workshop, because there we have constant, controlled light - and that is what decides whether the repair will be invisible.

Guarantee and paperworkHow lasting the repair is, invoices and settling a claim. 5 questions
What guarantee do you give on a repair?

A properly worked panel does not go back to its dented shape - the metal is brought back to the state it was in before the damage, not masked. We show the result at handover under the lamp and in daylight; if anything raises doubts, we correct it as part of the repair.

Will the repair be visible when I sell the car?

No. With the PDR method the paint is neither sanded nor reapplied, so a paint thickness gauge shows the factory value. Nor is any entry created in the repair history.

Do you settle the repair with the insurer?

Yes. We prepare damage documentation and an invoice in the form the insurer accepts. For hail claims, the dent map from the workshop is the basis of the assessor's valuation.

Will I get before and after photos?

Yes, on request. We take the photos from the same position and in the same light, so what you see is the real difference, not an effect of the framing.

Do you work with companies and fleets?

Yes. We serve car dealers, rental firms and fleets - with an invoice, agreed rates and the option of taking in several cars on one date.

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