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Window Tinting recommendations

Last post by quiddi « Fri Mar 21, 2025 10:35 am

by quiddi » Fri Mar 21, 2025 10:35 am

Hi together,
can someone recommend a film for window tining? I am searching for products to do it on my own.

1. a good manufacturer of the film
2....

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Last post by quiddi
Fri Mar 21, 2025 10:35 am
GTI AW OEM rear badge

Last post by Jofo « Mon Jan 06, 2025 6:36 pm
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by Jofo » Mon Jan 06, 2025 5:49 pm

I've recently bought a polo GTI AW that has been debadged at the rear. Unfortunately, the badge was lost by the previous owner and I am unable to...

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Mon Jan 06, 2025 6:36 pm
6C GTI tailgate spoiler oem

Last post by Yezdi_90 « Mon Feb 12, 2024 9:35 am
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by khs » Sat Dec 23, 2023 12:34 am

Hi looking to see if anyone knows that part number to the spoiler that attaches into the holes on the tailgate from factory , cheers

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Last post by Yezdi_90
Mon Feb 12, 2024 9:35 am
OEM Touch up Pen

Last post by mubmoh « Mon Apr 24, 2023 10:45 pm
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by djwoodyuk » Thu Nov 25, 2021 11:36 am

Hi.
Is there anywhere online where I can purchase genuine VW touch up pens?
Looking for one for my 2015 BlueGT.

Thanks in advance

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Last post by mubmoh
Mon Apr 24, 2023 10:45 pm
Primer for alloy wheels

Last post by amer6R « Sat Nov 06, 2021 11:58 am
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by Bikergonebald » Fri Nov 05, 2021 1:26 pm

I need some advice on re-painting my alloys.
I've flatted the paint and because of curbing damage a lot of the rim is now bare alloy. When i painted...

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Sat Nov 06, 2021 11:58 am
Cleaning Upholstery

Last post by christies « Fri Oct 29, 2021 12:40 pm
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by Sadgeek » Sat Jul 26, 2003 3:18 pm

Guys,

Any recommendations for a wet'n dry vac to get my seats and carpets cleaned?

I've got a aquavac that is just too bulky to use inside, and I'm...

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Last post by christies
Fri Oct 29, 2021 12:40 pm
6r mayan blue machine polishing

Last post by MayanBMT « Wed Jun 23, 2021 9:00 am
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by MayanBMT » Thu Jun 17, 2021 9:57 am

The new daily is to get a bit of love, so i've decontaminated the paint, next step is to clay, then polish before a ceramic coating.

I'm looking at...

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Last post by MayanBMT
Wed Jun 23, 2021 9:00 am
Advice re: minor damage to alloys

Last post by nice2seau « Sat May 22, 2021 8:56 am

by nice2seau » Sat May 22, 2021 8:56 am

Hi all - just wondering if anyone has some sage advice re: some relatively minor damage to my Polo’s alloys - went over a large pothole concealed by...

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Last post by nice2seau
Sat May 22, 2021 8:56 am
L mod help, 6c tail lights

Last post by Spirit0411 « Mon May 10, 2021 11:12 pm
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by Spirit0411 » Sat May 01, 2021 5:43 pm

I have a question really wanting to get 6c taillights for my polo 6r.
When i get them i want to modify them to look like L mod taillights.
Has...

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Last post by Spirit0411
Mon May 10, 2021 11:12 pm
1.2 Polo Lower Central Grille Replacement

Last post by lmm_22 « Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:34 pm

by lmm_22 » Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:34 pm

Hi,

I’ve just ordered a lower central grill replacement for my 60 plate Polo and I’m not having much luck finding specific replacement instructions...

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Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:34 pm
1.2 2012 model hose pipes

Last post by wilkyg « Sat Dec 19, 2020 9:05 pm

by wilkyg » Sat Dec 19, 2020 9:05 pm

Hi all my son who is 16 has just bought a 1.2 petrol model 60hp on a 2012 plate, ready for his 17th in January and I was wondering we're is the best...

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Sat Dec 19, 2020 9:05 pm
Fitting R Line Headlights to a match

Last post by Oe53 « Thu Dec 03, 2020 2:39 pm

by Oe53 » Thu Dec 03, 2020 2:39 pm

Hi,
I have a 1.0 litre match edition 6C and I have found some OEM 2016 R Line Polo headlights online with the LED DRL and the ability to have LED...

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Last post by Oe53
Thu Dec 03, 2020 2:39 pm
Colour Options

Last post by NitroN1ck « Tue Oct 27, 2020 2:37 pm
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by NitroN1ck » Tue Oct 27, 2020 10:58 am

I've seen a brand new Golf 8 and Arteon in a really nice light Grey/Silver (almost matte) colour. Was wondering if anyone here knew what colour that...

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Last post by NitroN1ck
Tue Oct 27, 2020 2:37 pm
underside of Bonnet / Engine bay paint colour

Last post by Noonoo632 « Wed Oct 07, 2020 10:11 pm
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by DeanSHM » Thu Sep 10, 2020 7:34 pm

Hi Guys,

Thanks for letting me join the forum. The underside of the bonnet and inner wings / engine bay on my son's 2015 Polo is in grey paint is...

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Last post by Noonoo632
Wed Oct 07, 2020 10:11 pm
6R R Line bodykit on a 6C

Last post by Jay-Jay « Fri Feb 21, 2020 12:03 pm
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by adriancetti » Wed Feb 19, 2020 9:55 am

I want to change the estetic kit of my polo, so I found a entire ABS bodykit for a good price my question is, this bodykit would fit in my polo or...

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Last post by Jay-Jay
Fri Feb 21, 2020 12:03 pm
Rebadging a debadged grill with a sprayed on badge (Photoshop Concept)

Last post by daniel.marsden « Fri Feb 07, 2020 9:25 pm
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by daniel.marsden » Fri Feb 07, 2020 7:40 pm

Hello there, I've recently bought a badgeless grill for a 9n3 and was thinking about spraying it all one colour when I realised I could do a lot more...

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Last post by daniel.marsden
Fri Feb 07, 2020 9:25 pm
Mark 5 Yellow Colour Concept Full Exterior Detail

Last post by Tylerbebbo01 « Tue Feb 04, 2020 1:21 pm
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by Tim_GTi » Tue Aug 04, 2009 2:21 pm

This detail was done a while back, it's just taken me ages to get it together!

Here's the car in Question, Rhys Yellow Mark5 colour Concept.

Still...

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Last post by Tylerbebbo01
Tue Feb 04, 2020 1:21 pm
White(ish) Bulbs

Last post by Aquavalver « Mon Oct 14, 2019 10:43 am
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by joere07 » Tue Mar 05, 2019 1:58 pm

Hi!

I'm after the whitest halogen bulbs for my 2016 Polo BlueGT (H7 Halogens)

I understand it's near impossible to get pure white light from...

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Last post by Aquavalver
Mon Oct 14, 2019 10:43 am
Clearcoat restore surface finish (bumpers)

Last post by littlepolo « Mon Jul 22, 2019 12:59 pm

by littlepolo » Mon Jul 22, 2019 12:59 pm

The bumpers are looking dull and I was wondering if anyone has successfully restored the surface finish, e.g. using T-Cut, power mop, etc?

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Last post by littlepolo
Mon Jul 22, 2019 12:59 pm
Autosol Metal Polish

Last post by Griff74 « Thu Jun 13, 2019 6:08 pm
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by Vonbek2004 » Sat Jun 01, 2019 5:58 pm

Hey guys.
I've got a GTI+ so the exhaust is nice and shiny. I used some autosol metal polish and wondered whether it's ok to use to keep that exhaust...

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Last post by Griff74
Thu Jun 13, 2019 6:08 pm
A nice clean car

Last post by Tombirch95 « Tue Mar 19, 2019 8:45 am
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by Aube » Sat Aug 25, 2018 2:54 pm

Hi,

As my daughter is away for a few days I thought I would clean her car for her.

The process went like this.

Snow foamed the car and wheels...

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Last post by Tombirch95
Tue Mar 19, 2019 8:45 am
Oettinger Spoiler

Last post by GTiJackk « Sat Sep 08, 2018 12:32 am

by GTiJackk » Sat Sep 08, 2018 12:32 am

Does anyone here know if you can get an Oettinger Spoiler for a 6C GTI? Preferably available in Britain, or international delivery that isn’t too...

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Last post by GTiJackk
Sat Sep 08, 2018 12:32 am
New to detailing

Last post by GavinNicholson « Mon May 28, 2018 8:29 pm
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by GavinNicholson » Fri May 25, 2018 6:00 am

Hi im new to the forum and new to detailing im ok at washing a car ect but never actually done a full detail on a car so have a few questons. Who is...

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Last post by GavinNicholson
Mon May 28, 2018 8:29 pm
Do I need new bolts to change from steel to alloy?

Last post by PatrykO5 « Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:35 pm

by PatrykO5 » Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:35 pm

Hello. I'm swapping my Polo 9n stock steelies to some Ibiza FR 2004 alloys. Do I need new bolts for these? Or will the bolts used with steelies be...

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Last post by PatrykO5
Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:35 pm
North East - Detailing

Last post by d-ash « Wed Sep 27, 2017 9:52 am
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by d-ash » Tue Dec 20, 2016 3:50 pm

Had my Polo R-Line detailed by Deluxe Detailing at Newton Aycliffe in County Durham

Not cheap, but 3 years protection and easy to maintain using DIY...

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Last post by d-ash
Wed Sep 27, 2017 9:52 am
Carpet replacement

Last post by alexperkins « Tue Jul 11, 2017 7:13 am
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by littlepolo » Mon Jul 10, 2017 5:30 pm

I'm thinking to replace the carpet on another vehicle and would be pleased to hear from anyone who has done this. Is it likely to be straightforward...

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Last post by alexperkins
Tue Jul 11, 2017 7:13 am
Dent repair West Mildlands

Last post by littlepolo « Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am

by littlepolo » Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am

Looking for someone to fix a few dents and scratches, preferably near BHX area, or mobile.

How do these services work (e.g. paint-less dent repair)?...

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Last post by littlepolo
Thu Jun 15, 2017 9:22 am
Bonnet Bolts - 2000 Polo

Last post by alexperkins « Mon Apr 17, 2017 12:58 pm
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by Zimwi » Thu Apr 13, 2017 1:28 am

Hi - trying to find the correct size tool to remove bonnet bolts which is a fine spline and not the standard torx size - can anyone tell me what size...

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Last post by alexperkins
Mon Apr 17, 2017 12:58 pm
Anywhere selling r222 carnauba wax

Last post by alexperkins « Sun Oct 02, 2016 1:50 pm
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by Mikeyander5on » Sat Oct 01, 2016 12:10 pm

Seems like everywhere I look this is sold out anyone know if it's discontinued or whatever

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Last post by alexperkins
Sun Oct 02, 2016 1:50 pm
Paint sealant / polish - detailing

Last post by Mikeyander5on « Sat Oct 01, 2016 12:12 pm
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by greypolo9n3 » Wed Nov 27, 2013 10:42 pm

What is the best stuff to use to make the water just gliiideeee off the paintwork and also give a awesome shine

I have a white 6R and last week got...

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Last post by Mikeyander5on
Sat Oct 01, 2016 12:12 pm
Scratch marks

Last post by DC_BS « Sat Aug 27, 2016 8:43 pm
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by DC_BS » Sat Aug 27, 2016 5:54 pm

I had a go washing the motor yesterday, first was splashing it with buckets of clean water to loosen the grime and stuff, then mixed up some car...

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Sat Aug 27, 2016 8:43 pm
Smoothing Bumper

Last post by Mypoloisaposlow « Tue Jul 05, 2016 9:16 pm
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by JCannon » Wed Mar 18, 2015 12:51 pm

Hello,

I'm looking for any advice possible!

I've got a 6r and I'm really wanting my front bumper smoothed, can they be bought anywhere or are they...

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Last post by Mypoloisaposlow
Tue Jul 05, 2016 9:16 pm
Gti lip kit part numbers

Last post by Moltenice « Thu Mar 10, 2016 12:21 pm

by Moltenice » Thu Mar 10, 2016 12:21 pm

Does anyone have the part numbers for the 9n gti lip and skirts on the GTi?

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Last post by Moltenice
Thu Mar 10, 2016 12:21 pm
Sprayed side

Last post by alexperkins « Wed Dec 16, 2015 10:34 pm
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by s-gx » Sat Oct 17, 2015 10:25 am

Hi last week one of my friends filled and sprayed the side of my car due to being a massive scratch on side. Due to weather he didn't get a chance to...

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Last post by alexperkins
Wed Dec 16, 2015 10:34 pm
Waxing, polishing, sealing, glazes for a white car?

Last post by WRC2257 « Wed Dec 16, 2015 11:03 am
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by JayW » Thu Apr 18, 2013 1:41 am

In the past I've been use to doing the above things for a red car and making it shine and glimmer with that wet look finish. However with a white car...

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Last post by WRC2257
Wed Dec 16, 2015 11:03 am
Chrome trim for boot (where from)

Last post by ClaireBare « Sat May 30, 2015 12:35 pm

by ClaireBare » Sat May 30, 2015 12:35 pm

I fancy a chrome trim for the boot like this

Part # is 6R0071360 as far as I can tell but £60?!

Is there a cheaper alternative? I spotted a...

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Last post by ClaireBare
Sat May 30, 2015 12:35 pm
Styling questions?

Last post by EmmerrLouise « Wed Apr 29, 2015 11:10 pm
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by Nat110 » Wed Feb 25, 2015 10:29 pm

Hi Guys!

So I'm new here, had my polo since last October now and wanting to start modifying it, I'm just wondering where to start? At the moment I...

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Last post by EmmerrLouise
Wed Apr 29, 2015 11:10 pm
6C bumper on a 6R

Last post by FL07_HER « Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:50 am

by FL07_HER » Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:50 am

I have found on eBay a GT rear bumper with twin exhaust pipe slot which is taken from a 2014 Polo without specifying if its from a 6R or 6C. It...

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Wed Apr 15, 2015 10:50 am
Pressure Washers

Last post by FL07_HER « Thu Mar 26, 2015 3:15 pm
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by Mayhem » Mon Jan 26, 2015 9:47 pm

Right im planning on getting an outside tap fitted so i can get a pressure washer. Whats peoples recommendations? Everyone still using Karchers?? Got...

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Thu Mar 26, 2015 3:15 pm
Body shop/paint shop in Aberdeen

Last post by Si13nthunt3r « Wed Mar 18, 2015 6:52 am
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by cooz93 » Thu Jun 20, 2013 5:14 pm

Don't suppose anyone in here knows if any good body shops in aberdeen? That aren't overly expensive! So Kinghorn is out of the question!!
Also how...

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Last post by Si13nthunt3r
Wed Mar 18, 2015 6:52 am
split rim refurb

Last post by Sharna14 « Tue Mar 10, 2015 11:34 am
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by Arinb12 » Sun Mar 08, 2015 1:05 am

Hi guys.

So I've done lots of reading recently and want to refurbish some split rims I've had sitting to go on my car for ages. I can't at all...

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Last post by Sharna14
Tue Mar 10, 2015 11:34 am
Beading?

Last post by chrispy. « Fri Jan 09, 2015 10:06 pm
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by chrispy. » Tue Nov 04, 2014 11:00 pm

Anyone got any reviews on products which creating the beading effect?

I have a Black Polo 6r, really looking into getting some proper detailing...

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Fri Jan 09, 2015 10:06 pm
Removing Swirl Marks Black Paint

Last post by Longman « Mon Jan 05, 2015 7:33 pm
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by Yeahhluke » Mon Jul 22, 2013 3:40 pm

Best way to do this anyone? Products used?

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Last post by Longman
Mon Jan 05, 2015 7:33 pm
What Snow Foam do you use?

Last post by Sharna14 « Tue Jul 08, 2014 9:57 am
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by AJ_7 » Tue Apr 22, 2014 2:08 pm

Hi guys,

Just trying to get some feedback on the different snow foams that are available. I have been using Autobrite MagiFoam for the last few...

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Tue Jul 08, 2014 9:57 am
Wheel Respray West Midlands

Last post by Lucy_9n3 « Wed Apr 09, 2014 8:36 pm
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by Lucy_9n3 » Wed Apr 02, 2014 4:40 pm

Anyone know a good place to get my Lenso BSX sprayed a custom colour around Birmingham/Shropshire? :)

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Last post by Lucy_9n3
Wed Apr 09, 2014 8:36 pm
Good dampers

Last post by Little Jonny « Wed Apr 02, 2014 6:59 pm

by Little Jonny » Wed Apr 02, 2014 6:59 pm

Any one found any good hood dampers for the 6r

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Last post by Little Jonny
Wed Apr 02, 2014 6:59 pm
West Midlands

Last post by Lucy_9n3 « Wed Apr 02, 2014 4:37 pm
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by DeepM1989 » Wed Jul 24, 2013 2:02 am

Hi all,

Looking for a decent detailer in and around the Midlands. Ideally want to pay no more than £150 for a 2 stage polish including swirl...

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Last post by Lucy_9n3
Wed Apr 02, 2014 4:37 pm
Autobrite

Last post by AJ_7 « Sat Mar 29, 2014 1:18 pm
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by AJ_7 » Sat Jan 04, 2014 11:26 am

Hi chaps,

Just about to buy a bundle of various gear from the Autobrite website after reading awesome reviews about their products. I wondered if...

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Last post by AJ_7
Sat Mar 29, 2014 1:18 pm
Trade price autoglym!

Last post by Wilxay « Fri Mar 07, 2014 9:33 pm
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by Wilxay » Thu Jun 06, 2013 8:58 pm

All for £55!

Win :)

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Fri Mar 07, 2014 9:33 pm
Angel eyes Problem

Last post by kash123 « Wed Feb 19, 2014 10:30 pm
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by kash123 » Mon Feb 17, 2014 9:17 pm

Hello guys

I am having a problem with the installation of my angel eyes, i managed to get all the wiring right, but the angel eyes are only bright...

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Wed Feb 19, 2014 10:30 pm

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