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AutoBead Polish

Cleansing car polish that preps paint for wax

AutoBead Polish

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Autobead Polish removes surface imperfections such as light swirls and oxidation while leaving a smooth, glossy finish. It is a micro abrasive cleansing polish that can be applied by hand or machine, preparing the paintwork perfectly for your chosen wax or sealant.

  • Removes light swirls
  • Lifts oxidation
  • Smooth, glossy finish
  • Works by hand or machine
  • Self degrading formula
  • Cleanses the paint
  • Ready for wax or sealant
  • Easy to buff off
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Autobead Polish removes surface imperfections such as light swirls and oxidation while leaving a smooth, glossy finish. It is a micro abrasive cleansing polish that can be applied by hand or machine, preparing the paintwork perfectly for your chosen wax or sealant.

Its self degrading formula disappears as you work, cleansing the surface, and a clean, dry microfibre towel buffs it off to reveal a rejuvenated, glossy finish. For best results, Autobead advises claying the paint first and using Autobead Surface Prep after polishing, before the wax or sealant goes on.

Key Features

  • Micro abrasive cleansing polish
  • Removes light swirls and oxidation
  • Smooth, glossy finish
  • Apply by hand or machine
  • Self degrading formula
  • Prepares paint for wax or sealant
  • 500ml

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Key features

  • Car Polish
  • Gloss Enhancement
  • Paint Cleansing
  • Pre Wax Prep
  • Easy Buffing

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Expert Notes

A cleansing polish sits between washing and protecting. It takes out light swirls and oxidation, cleans the surface, and leaves the paint smooth and glossy, so the wax or sealant you apply next has a clean, even surface to bond to.

Because it works by hand or machine, it suits a weekend detail without a polisher as well as a machine polish. Autobead's own order of work is clay, polish, then Surface Prep, then your chosen wax or sealant.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Paintwork
  • Clear coat
  • Painted panels

Caution: Use on clean, cool paint out of direct sunlight, and protect the finish with a wax or sealant afterwards.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Cleansing Polish
Abrasive
Micro Abrasive
Formula
Self Degrading
Removes
Light Swirls, Oxidation
Application
Hand Or Machine
Finish
Smooth, Glossy
Next Step
Wax Or Sealant
Size
500ml
Brand
Autobead

How To Use

Prepare the paint

  1. Wash and dry the car.
  2. Clay the paintwork, as Autobead recommends for best results.

Polish

  1. Place several pea sized drops of polish on an application pad.
  2. Work the product in a circular motion on the surface, or by machine if you prefer.
  3. Keep working as the self degrading formula disappears and cleanses the surface.
  4. Buff off with a clean, dry microfibre towel to reveal a glossy finish.
  5. Wipe with Autobead Surface Prep before applying your wax or sealant.

Top Tip: Clay first and wipe down with Autobead Surface Prep afterwards, as Autobead advises, so your wax or sealant bonds to bare, clean paint.

Performance Benefits

  • Improves paint clarity
  • Helps reduce visible defects
  • Restores gloss before protection
  • Works with suitable foam or microfibre pads
  • Supports professional correction stages
  • Prepares paint for wax, sealant or coating

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use it by hand?

Yes. Autobead says it can be applied by hand or machine.

What does it remove?

Surface imperfections such as light swirls and oxidation, according to Autobead.

How much should I use?

Autobead says several pea sized drops on an application pad.

What should I use before and after it?

Autobead advises claying the paint before polishing and using Autobead Surface Prep after it, before your wax or sealant.

Does it protect the paint?

It prepares the paint for protection. Follow it with your chosen wax or sealant.

Who sells Autobead in the UK?

The Drivers HQ is the exclusive UK reseller of Autobead.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Work one panel at a time.
  2. Use a clean application pad.
  3. Use pea sized drops, not a pool.
  4. Work out of direct sun.
  5. Turn the buffing towel often.
  6. Check the finish in good light.
  7. Protect the paint once polished.

The Brand

Autobead

Autobead was developed in the UK around a core idea: make car care both effective and user friendly. The brand is rooted in simplicity, efficiency, and performance. Autobead is based out of Witney in Oxfordshire but markets nationwide. Its visual identity leans into the energy of motorsport, using design cues like racetrack graphics and dynamic branding to convey performance and precision.

The Drivers HQ is the exclusive UK reseller of Autobead, with the range in our Ilkeston shop and delivered UK-wide.

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Product Range & Innovation

Autobead offers a full detailing line covering every critical surface of a vehicle: pre-wash, contact wash, decontamination, wheels & tyres, polishes/compounds, interior cleaners, glass & trim care, and protective coatings. Its Silex Series and Silex Pro coatings are formulated for durability and compatibility with both Autobead and third-party systems. Each product is engineered to deliver consistent, repeatable results, balancing performance with ease of use to serve both enthusiasts and professional detailers.

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Positioning, Design & UK Presence

Autobead distinguishes itself through clean, modern branding infused with motorsport aesthetics rather than direct racing sponsorships. Its graphic identity is intentionally steeped in the culture of performance to communicate a sense of speed and quality. Autobead is recognised as one of the UK’s faster growing detailing brands, building a network of professionals and users across the country. We stock Autobead products in our Ilkeston shop and provide reliable UK-wide delivery so that even remote customers can access genuine British detailing solutions. The brand also supports training, accreditation, and community engagement to help detailers improve and grow.

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