Chemical Guys GAP11616 C4 Clear Cut Correction Compound (Paint Correction - Fixes Scratches, Swirls & Holograms), 16 oz.

C4 Chemical Guys Compound is a solid product that improved the paint appearance of my car. At first, it was NOT noticeable because I had been using CG Extreme BodyWash & Wax for the past year. The car wash solution and regular car washing will keep my car shiny without the need for compound and polish. However, taking a deeper look at the paint with C4 application shows that the solution eliminated about 80% of the light scratches. These scratches, caused by car wash brushes and snow removal tools, were practically gone. While deeper scratches, like those from snow shovels or door contacts, were somewhat muted, they were not completely removed. Previously, I had no routine for addressing scratches on my car, which had accumulated over six years + plus three years before ownership.Thanks to C4's scratch removal, the depth of the Crystal Black Pearl paint became more visible. Throughout the day, I noticed the color really 'pops.’ To fully appreciate the progress, you need to examine the area closely in the dark with a flashlight. C4 is excellent for restoring paint to a high shine, but it won't completely bring back the car's original factory gloss. Regular hand washing will help reduce the frequency of compounding (I learned should only be done once or twice) and polishing (6 months or annually). I anticipate this DIY project will last until the fall. Realistically, since the car is not garaged, I don't expect the results to last more than six months, but time will tell. My advice compound and polish is better in the fall because I constantly have to rinse or take a microfiber cloth to see glossy with the daily dump of pollen and dust in May.

Everything I purchase from Chemical Guys is top notch. Used this on a 15 year old black Jeep with original paint. Used this product and can 100% say it is as close to factory shine as you are going to get. Great product

Purchased to remove find scratches, these really do a great job without creating swirls! Applied by hand and used a random orbital buffer to remove. Great results.

I recently ordered the Chemical Guys C4 & P4 Clear Cut Correction Compound and Precision Paint Perfection Polish Combo packet. I am planning to sell my Benz and decided to try and make the car look detailed. I did my research and compared reviews, costs, and instructions and found that this product had great reviews and the cost was in-line with that of other similar products.The products arrived on the day indicated and the directions were easy to follow. Application of the products were easier than I anticipated and can be applied with a buffer or by hand.Since the Cut Correction is removing built up dirt and corrosion, it is important to wash the vehicle before using. I already had a handheld buffer so I decided to buff the car with the Cut Correction. All of the corrosion and slight scratches were easily removed. I tried buff out some of the deep scratches, but was less successful even with multiple attempts. However, these scratches are through the paint and I was just taking a long shot at success. However, overall the Cut Correction did a good job.While the Cut Correction does not indicate using the products on the headlights, my headlights were heavily scratched and had started turned yellow. I was recently had a detailer quoted $90 per headlight for cleaning them. I was delighted that the Cut Correction worked great removing all the corrosion and scratches, even the embedded dirt. Please note that if your vehicle is a light color you will need to take care to wipe away all of powered build up from the Correction Cutting.After buffing, I next tried the Precision Polish. The polish can also be applied with a buffer or by hand. The instruction stated that I would end up with a “mirror like finish”. However after trying the polish on the trunk, the finish was much duller than I expected and did not have a wet look. I must admit that I have been spoiled by using a ceramic polish (see my previous review of Fortify Shine Armor) and always receive a wet gloss look.I am giving this product a 4 star review based the exceptional job with the Cut Correction. However, there are more effective polishes on the market.

A1 Hands down this stuff was impressively surprising how it works I’ve researched so many videos on how to do a 2 step pain correction between Clay bar, cut/polish, and your favorite ceramic coat or sealants just unbelievable results. I was worried in the beginning on doing this because of any wrongful steps could hurt your paint. I’ve myself have never did paint correction before so using the Torq x orbital polisher along with this package have to make sure you clay bar it first to get a rest start and work the surface after that minimal pressure and following the direction as said it’s very simple can be done by anyone who is nervous about doing it on there favorite vehicle in particular I have a 4 door short bed f250 2017 took me about 3 days between washing ,prepping, clay bar, cut/polish, and favorite wax/ceramic coat or sealants. I use chemical guy for about 6 years now and they have some unbelievable products that are mind blowing keep up the work guys we appreciate your Automotive chemicals.

So far so good with this product. Had some scratches from 4 wheeling and it has helped!

Wife made the mistake of letting our 18yr old daughter driver her 2018 Ford Explorer sport, daughter parked right next to bushes and scuffed/scratched the paint (approx. 2x3ft area) read reviews, bought product pulled out the buffing machine and end result is you can't tell anything happened. Now im gonna cut and polish her whole truck with it because it looked so dang good.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:C4 works great but P4 doesn’t, after application the car doesn’t look shiny as they showing on the video. I use Maguire wax in spray which is easy to apply and wipe off and my car looks great. So if you wanna save money just buy C4.