Meguiars Perfect Clarity Headlight Restoration Review and Test results on my Honda Prelude

[@TysShoeDesign]

I for one like the so called "talking to much". GEESSHH!! Very informative. I certainly appreciate the time you took to make this tutorial. I am a woman, and your video has given me the confidence to try this myself. THANK YOU!!!

[@rickdff62]

nice! another tip is to open you hood before you start. less area to tape!

[@aldairtorres9961]

Bad idea

[@Del-Canada]

I miss the days when my cars had glass headlights.

[@Acc0rd79]

Yah, the old 91 Prelude i own has glass pop up headlights, never haze over.

[@Del-Canada]

@@Acc0rd79 I didn't even see this reply. LOL

[@rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594]

I've always applied "RainX" to ALL my lenses and exterior mirrors twice a year; Spring & Fall. It helps with water drops and minimizes ice formation & salt build up. Works great on Aluminum wheels too !

[@tallllus]

Great video thanks. Bought this kit about an hour ago and the instructions were very poor. Much appreciation!

[@Acc0rd79]

glad to help!

[@AmyandAdam2023]

I just bought it. Worked awesome for me. I see it as if you can't afford 200 dollars for replacement lights then this works just as good

[@Acc0rd79]

Yah it worked great, only need to use it about once or twice a year. I always toss some wax or sealant on the headlights any time I apply new stuff.

[@twiseii260]

Wow what a big difference. I will be purchasing this item this Friday for sure! Good results.

[@Acc0rd79]

yah great results.

[@SuperKilzz]

Just used this product on my 2006 Nissan Altima and I have to say, this has to be one of the best meguiar's product I ever used

[@Acc0rd79]

yah buddy, cleared it up with ease! I like the heavy duty a bit more but this did a great job:)

[@SOrry-ko2ol]

ZalcroShark just finished on my 02 Maxima with the Meguiars Heavy Duty kit he mentioned...looks great!! Is curing right now.

[@thelister59]

this kit after watching your video for my 2006 jaguar s type and followed your instructions and WOW! great results it cost me £30. Here in England. Thank You

[@Acc0rd79]

always glad to help:)

[@gustavocastillo9954]

Wow that's some pretty good results. I myself have a Prelude too, 2000 Type SH also with foggy headlights, mostly on the left one. I've been wanting to see which products do a good job, but this one seems very simple and easy to do. If only the rain here in Texas would go away for a while, car is in desperate need of a wash too lol

[@Acc0rd79]

This does a great job, so does their heavy duty product.

[@whitemailprivilege2830]

I've been waiting for a good review of this product. I used a 3m sanding kit a year ago, but now my headlights are yellow again. I couldn't decide if I should get this or the heavy duty kit. Your review comes just in time. Thanks!

[@Acc0rd79]

Thanks buddy, either will work, I have used both and both will do the trick!

[@stevew158]

Thanks for all the reviews you do, it really helped me out on the products I purchase for my car care. Keep up the good work.

[@Acc0rd79]

glad to help!

[@rscott2247]

I find when spraying the clear coat protector to apply it lightly and always be moving or it will blur the headlight lens, avoid them windy days too.

[@keyman1967]

Great vid, I think I'll use this on my 350Z. I've been looking at having a detail place do it but you've convinced me to do it myself by how your vid showed the ease of this kit. Thanks!

[@Acc0rd79]

It's ridiculously easy man, try it yourself first. Why pay someone hundreds when it can be done yourself!

[@GamingGod125]

Love these longer more in depth videos, keep it up you're doing great

[@Acc0rd79]

I always try to show step by step on these sort of videos.

[@twizted1toyz]

+1 I used this product on my 98 tacoma headlights, worked just as well! Clear clear!! Great vid!! Thanks.

[@Acc0rd79]

awesome!

[@rsxfreak79]

Great video! Only thing I would recommend you do next time is to show a before and after at night with the headlights on against the garage door or something.

[@robcook8]

Hi mate I am from New Zealand and I am thinking of using this product on my dull headlights. Today is exactly 2 years from when you uploaded your video so I (and I'm sure a lot of other people) would really appreciate an update on how the shine on your headlights has lasted. Cheers Rob

[@Acc0rd79]

I would say it lasted about 6 months before you saw some yellowing again. I do hope that helps!

[@dNyaaLx]

Im going to try this out on my subaru wrx. thanks for making a longer depth video so i can follow along. love your videos helped me keep my car beautiful

[@Acc0rd79]

Glad it helped!

[@reck0n3r]

How'd it turn out?

[@hermanmunster3358]

You can buy sponge polishing kits on ebay with a puck that attaches to a drill. The puck has a velcro face with a dense foam pad behind it which should attach to the sanding pads in the Meguiars kit. This is what I use, and it keeps the sanding pad nice and flat for a uniform sanding action. Just search for 3" sponge polishing kit, or something like that. I paid less than £5 gbp, and it comes with about 10 circular sponges of varying densities.

[@reck0n3r]

Thanks for the review! How would you compare this one to the Meguiar's heavy duty kit you used before?

[@MrGixxer51450]

How better is this compared to the PlastX you tried in 2014? Is the "cleaning solution" in this kit a renamed PlastX? How long does it last before you have to redo this? Thanks

[@lazarocastro9730]

great job man wonderful results stay safe with that tropical storm in your area

[@Acc0rd79]

yah, it wasn't that bad, just some rain all day long, the heavy stuff stayed in North Florida.

[@jaredgabler5949]

I watched this yesterday but didn't have time to leave a comment so this morning I wanted to say this product seems awesome. I have a 2008 GMC Acadia and the headlights have so much oxidation and I've watched a few of the chemical guys videos on headlight restore and was actually considering buy the polisher and their products to get them looking new again, but thanks to your video I will definitely buy this product and give it a try... thanks for another great video.

[@Acc0rd79]

you can't loose for 23 dollars, and why pay some pro a hundred or two? I do like the Meguiars heavy duty as well if your lights are bad, you can always get one of those as well.

[@jaredgabler5949]

exactly, if I can save money and get the same results I'm all for it..

[@Acc0rd79]

Jared Gabler the good thing is you can try it over and over as there is so much of it.

[@jaredgabler5949]

yeah, actually both my nephews have older model civics and both their car's headlights need a little love, maybe I'll do their's too..lol

[@Acc0rd79]

Jared Gabler it's so easy to do it and in 20 mins you could easily do it!

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Is it really ok to go two different directions when sanding? I thought not. BUT, I trust your assessment. Thanks for the help !

[@Acc0rd79]

yes it's OK:) I do it all the time and many like meguiars headlight cleaner says cross hatch pattern which would be opposite.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

@@Acc0rd79 seems like you're not missing a spot. I will buy this stuff soon, you helped!

[@raymondperez3553]

Great video Bro!! I Really Enjoy Watching your videos I'm learning A lot, But I Have a question My friend Has a 2003 Nissan Sentra and Thier Headlights Are Really Bad and Need Some TLC I Want to help them out but I Noticed by looking at their headlights the lights Seem to have really bad Burned on Clear Coat on them which Product do you recommend using to remove it and bring it back to life and the Hazy lights?...🤔

[@Alang_492]

I gor my headlights polished and cleaned really nice. I sprayed it on and it loks kind of matte

[@Arestas25]

Nice explanation my friend. Do you use this product only to repare or also to prevent before the headlights start getting yellow?. Thanks 👍

[@Acc0rd79]

this is more of a repair only. Once they are clear always keep putting some sort of wax or sealant on them to protect those headlights from the UV rays.

[@Arestas25]

@@Acc0rd79 thanks. I will give them a try in my Toyota headlights but I believe the solution for my problem is to buy a new pair :(

[@supernova4300]

These headlights (before) look wayyy better than most I've seen.

[@Acc0rd79]

I hate when they get cloudy, you can't see very good.

[@supernova4300]

Acc0rd79 I experience the same oxidation but I have never noticed dimished visibility. But I have factory HIDs so if youre running halogens maybe. Also I dont allow them to get to the stage where I cant see through them

[@Acc0rd79]

once they get fully yellowed across the entire plastic, you will drastically loose long distance visibility.

[@rickyarinugraha]

Great Vid, Do you find the texture to be rough after applying spray paint? did you polish it afterwards?

[@Acc0rd79]

not that I remember buddy, seems smooth.

[@ssnobrakesable]

If you open the hood before you start you dont have to tape around the top half of the headlight.

[@Acc0rd79]

save 2 seconds to do 2 seconds of something else:)

[@Alang_492]

And then u can spray into your engine bay 😀

[@ghostghost0778]

Thank you sir ! I tried and was very very very satisfied ! This product is just MAGICAL !✌✌✌🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@Acc0rd79]

awesome!!!

[@Bladecarandang]

Hey Chad, one of my headlights have this sort of dripping stain on it. Idk if it's tree sap or what. I tried to clay it but it's still there. Do you think I should wetsand it before using this product? As always, thanks for the great vids!

[@Acc0rd79]

try some of that bug and tree sap products first, see if you can get it off with that first. However if it's crusted over, it's going to be hard to remove. Try all sorts of things to heat it up and get it off of there before you do it.

[@kianazary8853]

After it is done, can you drive it around few hours after the procedure or does it have to be in garage for 24 hours to cure ? Let’s say if I do it around 11pm and go back to work the next day while it is raining or snowing, is that okay or no ? Thanks a lot let me know plz

[@chrischery7492]

Wowwwwww and yes it is a huge difference and sooooo amazing ❤️

[@kenkoy6723]

Just done mine today, that stuff really works. My 12 yo car headlight looks like a 1 yo again.

[@Acc0rd79]

Nice, I always love to hear other people's thoughts!

[@k.j.g.9601]

Hey Man, great video thanks for posting it. Did you have any issues with orange peel? I did with mine, but I don't think I sprayed it nearly as close as you did. May have to sand and try it again.

[@Acc0rd79]

I don't remember buddy.

[@zaharc4122]

Can you share long-term results please? How long did it last before you had a feeling that you need to repeat the treatment?

[@Acc0rd79]

4 to 5 months before I saw any bit of yellow start to come back. Maybe even longer?

[@thecman26]

Amazing transformation!

[@Acc0rd79]

Yah buddy!

[@scottgephart9749]

Great video, and I just bought this stuff at Target after watching your video. I'm going out to the driveway to do this on my wife's 06 van right now.

[@Acc0rd79]

Nice, it's pretty good. Remember, whenever you wax or put sealant on your cars, always cover the headlights as well as it provides protection from the sun and turning yellow.

[@scottgephart9749]

Acc0rd79 thanks, that's a great tip. I am going to wait 24 hours for it to fully cure, and then I'll put a layer of wax on it. I see you originally posted this video in June of last year. How did it hold up over that time?

[@Acc0rd79]

I would say the headlights are still at 90% clarity. I have put a layer of wax on it and any time I did a spray wax I always went over the lights as well. To be fair that car sits in the garage as well.

[@nopiatl]

Great product My clients love it. Walmart here put it all on clearance for $8.99 bought it all.

[@Acc0rd79]

excellent deal!

[@Monacomaverick]

Meguire's own PlastX product seems to be much better at removing the oxidation than that first bottle in the kit. I would use PlastX first, then spray the clear once the headlight is clear and dry.

[@9fiveb180]

The first product isn't a polish. It's an oxidation remover and etching compound that delivers an even, less labor intensive multi-step way of achieving the frosted looking fresh layer of the plastic lens for the second product (the spray) to bond with and not seal in scratches. But they will look vaguely blurry, not absolutely crystal clear, and it only lasts a couple months before it starts to degrade. That Maguire's Plastix stuff is giving me milky results as well. Faaaaaaak!

[@steve_nguyen5320]

How did your headlights look a week or two after? Did your lights start getting foggy again quicker? Or did your headlights start creating a yellowish hint? Please respond!!

[@Acc0rd79]

nope, did you see my video from yesterday? Go check it out where I wash during the hurricane, you can see my lights right now.

[@238scott238]

Cerakote just released a Headlight Restoration kit that has a wipe-on ceramic finish so you NEVER have to do this again. Even comes with a lifetime warranty. Even this kit is lucky to last a year before you have to redo it again. Check it out on Amazon under cerakote headlight restoration kit.

[@laceygolf72par]

Good review Chad as always. I could have used that on my old car before I traded it in. It was an Infiniti M35 Sport 2005 and I paid a detailer to do the same thing ($75). Florida sun beats up the plastic for sure. Thanks again for a good review.

[@Acc0rd79]

exactly, wax those headlights or put sealant on them!

[@bigrig9749]

my 12 Accord v6 coupe is starting to haze an scratch at the top portion of the headlights.you think I have a bad case enough to use this product.

[@kheir03]

I use Maguire products on my Black 2013 Nissan Maxima. I will get that! Thanks for posting! Great job!

[@joeschmo4170]

It is easily the best and easiest I've used and it lasts and lasts.

[@jonwright72509]

OMG that product looks and works so good

[@Acc0rd79]

It was crazy just watching it go clear as soon as I sprayed it!

[@megacap55]

i would try out that product for clear out an headlight that is very yellowed. and have not tried any other type of product because needs to be applied professionally or with an drill that can control the speed of rotation.

[@Acc0rd79]

I have used this and their heavy duty headlight cleaner, very good product and no drill needed.

[@arthurlbn]

OMG. Look that spray ! how that is possible? he taked off the hazing?

[@Carlparishhonda]

Look like a new car!!!

[@Acc0rd79]

yup, I've had good luck with the different meguiars headlight restore kits.

[@kenlawton1531]

Great review mate oh and your old Honda is looking awesome by the way!

[@Acc0rd79]

poor thing needs the rust taken out and repainted to perfection, it will be very expensive but worth it if I plan to keep it another 10 plus years.

[@kenlawton1531]

+Acc0rd79 If the engine and gearbox are good for another ten years then it's worth it.

[@Acc0rd79]

Ken Lawton engine is perfect, I want to swap the old automatic tranny for a stick shift which is great, i see them always doing full part outs on the group pages for 5 speed swaps.

[@kenlawton1531]

+Acc0rd79 I used to own a 1981 prelude, was a great car! Honda certainly make a quality product especially if they are looked after properly. A 5 Speed stick would be awesome, it would transform the car and it'd be like driving a new car again!

[@Acc0rd79]

Ken Lawton yah, problem is finding someone who does them for a good deal, finding a wrecked prelude is super easy, getting someone to take a day or two to swap everything over for me is hard even when I offer to pay them.

[@stickxsi]

Are those pads washable? Reusable?

[@tyvekhomewrap9164]

Now a few years later, does the kit last as long as Meguiars claims? And have you reapplied since?

[@Acc0rd79]

I actually try multiple items over the years. I find I get around 6 months or so out of headlight cleaning product without any reapply.

[@ITTMILF]

Hi I'm curious how well it's held up so far? Thanks!

[@Acc0rd79]

I would say pretty good, still 95% clear easily, although I will tell you I do park it in the garage most of the time and I layer it with wax to protect it even more, still about the same over all.

[@rtcivic]

is this better than the previous meguiars heavy duty headlight restorer with a yellow pad for drill? or just the same results

[@Acc0rd79]

hmmm I do like the original heavy duty a lot. I won't complain about either.

[@quezonprovince1768]

Hi! After washing your car especially the headlights, do we need to put wax on it? Thanks.

[@Acc0rd79]

I usually just put a sealant on it to help keep them clear for months and protect them from the sun's UV rays.

[@quezonprovince1768]

@@Acc0rd79 Thnak you man!

[@willstock957]

You should try the Dr. Colour Chip kit to clean up that road rash, will really make the front end look perfect

[@Acc0rd79]

it's beyond gone, 10 years of long distance driving from one state to another from one end of the country to another.

[@willstock957]

+Acc0rd79 it's designed for exactly that kind of damage, it might be worth having a look at.

[@Acc0rd79]

Will Stock nah, problem is the typical prelude rust in the rear wheel wells as you might see in some videos. The car needs to be stripped, cut out the rust and then fully repainted properly, no cheap job. I remember getting the loan with my then girlfriend with me when I walked into the bank:) I still own it 10 years later.

[@willstock957]

+Acc0rd79 I've always admired it, and it's my favourite colour, good to see some people still look after them

[@Acc0rd79]

Will Stock huge communities on Facebook. Had a big meet at my home 3 years ago, had about 20 of them parked down the street. If I could find a mint condition blue one, I would probably save a ton more just buying a used one:)

[@Andres57Dons]

My headlights aren't foggy but rather cracked (not broken) or crusty if that makes sense, should I use it to restore it?

[@Acc0rd79]

if they are cracked, I would say find some off of ebay from some junk yard and swap them out, cheaper than worrying about anything else.

[@Fitdadbod]

its a great product, works like a charm. but after a few months mine got yellow again

[@Acc0rd79]

they all do, but that's why you get so much product:)

[@PrjctWRX]

Headlight restoration kits aren't permanent.

[@Acc0rd79]

Prjct B2600i yup, it says that right on the front, it says (Will last up to a year)

[@shark9free]

+Prjct B2600i nothing is permanent bro

[@Laffy1345]

Juan Vlieg chrisfix better videos

[@undertakerfire7810]

You've got a nice house dude!:) I love Florida but live in Michigan:/.. We have a place in Miami where my grandma lives, so we go quite often.,

[@Dia1Up]

Great! Looks good. I find it interesting that it needs the coating. We'll have to see how long it lasts. My only suggestion is try not to repeat yourself so many times :)

[@Acc0rd79]

I have only did the headlight cleaner twice now with the abrasive materials. Once with the HD pack and once with this in the last 3 to 4 years.

[@razaghumman2412]

Nice car .i owned one few years ago n loved it

[@eshulrayhan9428]

awesome video....did you try wipe new headlight restorer...it's an on the shelf product....works good too...

[@Acc0rd79]

I haven't tried it but I have seen it. I am a bit skeptical on those as you need to get rid of the yellow oxidization.

[@jacobgaysawyer337]

so how long did it last?

[@karlyvesbadiola756]

can i still apply another layer of the spray after 24hrs? after it has cured?

[@Acc0rd79]

Hmm I've never tried it but I don't see why not, you're basically just sealing it even more.

[@ReLXe]

Why do you have arubian plates?

[@playmovingpictures]

I heard when lights clean wax em will give a longer life without re occurring haze.

[@Acc0rd79]

true, I always either put sealant or wax on my headlights any time I apply more wax/sealant to my cars!

[@techguy3507]

Why not open the hood and also mask the paint with paper so you don’t spray the Meguiars on the paint! I would be much, much more careful!

[@Acc0rd79]

as long as you know your abilities you can do it whatever way you feel is best.

[@playmovingpictures]

Has it lasted longer that a year yet? Still clear the light lens ??

[@Acc0rd79]

they are just now starting to get a little yellow to them but not bad at all!

[@surviveasl]

for long term use UV resistant Clear coat after sanding

[@ziggyzags13]

great video. you sold me

[@Acc0rd79]

Thanks buddy, just following the instructions. Write Meguiars and told you I sold you on it so they can send more products to test out:) hehehe

[@rodneylanders2609]

great video!

[@Acc0rd79]

Thank you!

[@anonimuspozr7467]

Good video - informative

[@Acc0rd79]

Glad to help!

[@Conald_isAfalseProphet]

So how long did this stuff last? Weeks, months?

[@Acc0rd79]

months

[@LochMorar]

Strange, I got the European version and didn't get any instructions on the bottles; just safety info in different languages; only instructions was the basic ones on the outer packaging.

[@Acc0rd79]

this could be old, they have made 3 different types now of headlight cleaner.

[@megacap55]

i have tried the product and the results are good, not outstanding but from yellow got just clearer the headlight,i suspect that is also from inner plastic is yellowed also but the change was about 55-60% which is good for an product that do not need an drill or be professionally applied

[@Acc0rd79]

I like their heavy duty cleaner a bit more but this was definitely good for what it was.

[@pinarellospeedracer]

another great vid thanks

[@Laffy1345]

Thomas Pleasants your welcome

[@Del-Canada]

No problem at all.

[@mercmush]

That’s a great video 👍🏾😊

[@javiersaucedo219]

Does anybody know what is a good product to clean cloth seats?

[@alexstill3263]

Check out the video from milanmastracci. He uses the 3M kit and gets amazing results. It is is called how to restore your headlights for less than $20.

[@Acc0rd79]

I've seen that product in Walmart before.

[@rayman1237]

Great video!! Thanks

[@Acc0rd79]

Thank you!

[@AllaLighting]

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[@jonathan54788]

Was watching and keep track, then was like: Is that an aruban plate. I'm from there. Cheers fam.

[@Acc0rd79]

Yah buddy I have traveled all over the Caribbean on so many cruises! I tend to swap out plates from the different islands all of the time:) We go on a Canadian cruise coming up in a few months so maybe I'll snag a Canadian plate soon!

[@jonathan54788]

Acc0rd79-- That's really cool, the vid really helped btw.

[@jesusHernandez-ed9hi]

are they still clear ?

[@Acc0rd79]

it is starting to come back a little but just a little near the top is all. I always keep them waxed for extra protection!

[@kenmasters916]

how long did this restore last ?

[@Acc0rd79]

I usually get 6 months out of restore products before I start to see any hazing come back.

[@detailgirl7342]

How much are you plannig to sell the 370z?

[@Acc0rd79]

I don't know yet, we are still mulling over what we want to buy, we are going to wait till around August/Sept time frame to make the decision.

[@amerrushdi5077]

thank you ...nice work

[@Acc0rd79]

I appreciate it!

[@eddielunav4458]

Are you gonna add wax to it now?

[@Acc0rd79]

The spray is actually meant to lock it in but I just got the Masterson's wax in the mail the other day, I plan to wax this car with it!

[@ScotmanUK2000]

Nice car!

[@RabbyCalicdan]

So this or Meguairs PlastX?

[@Acc0rd79]

PlastX is a great product but for when the the yellowing is really bad, you need to cut through it first and then the plastX will be perfect.

[@sols8273]

10:19 there’s a face in the headlight!

[@playmovingpictures]

Got to clean mine soon arrrh

[@kleinle522]

you live in Aruba?! holy shit.

[@photilal1960]

No he lives in Florida, and here we don't require front plates so they are custom.

[@grenzle2428]

That house though. I need to marry me a doctor too!

[@Acc0rd79]

Go to college, meet her there when she is just another student.

[@liljoesanchez1958]

Awesome it's always a storm coming in most of ur videos lol

[@Acc0rd79]

this time for sure, check out the weather channel, damn Tropical Storm Colin.

[@andrewt123at]

Why not use a da polisher?

[@Acc0rd79]

because I am using exactly what it shows how to do it, this is how I roll:) Got to show you what results can be done with just the product on hand.

[@eddielunav4458]

Plz do an update after a month or two ?

[@eddielewis7526]

I did it on my old car it lasted for six months like perfect I don't know how it's holding up now because I sold it but I'm sure it's still holding up

[@Acc0rd79]

my results will be skewed as this car sits in the garage all day long. But, in the past it would easily last 6 months or more before it started to get a bit of yellow again which was easy to fix then. Just remember to get a good sealant on it!

[@jonathanganthier4380]

During the 24hr healing process. Can you drive the car?

[@Acc0rd79]

Yah you should be able to, but if you can leave it, I would.

[@jonathanganthier4380]

Okay Thank You