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Can I overcoat my car's ceramic paint finish?

Apparently, I am a rare breed who enjoys cleaning and keeping my car in pristine condition!

I am now 81 and tend to change my car every 1-2 years - I suppose you could say it is a hobby/pastime. Usually, I give a new acquisition the clay bar treatment initially but my latest car is a 2014 Jaguar XJ in like new condition. It received a Supaguard treatment six years ago and still looks good but I think I could improve on it.

Can I overcoat it with a ceramic product without impairing the existing finish or is there some preparatory work I should do first?

Asked on 2 September 2022 by Richard Turner

Answered by Lawrence Allan
As the Supaguard treatment was applied six years ago it's likely the sealant has since dissolved. However, you can check by pouring water over a horizontal panel (bonnet, bootlid or roof) and seeing if the water beads tightly and rolls off quickly or not. If it does bead there is still a fair amount of sealant left.

We would recommend purchasing a clay bar to remove old wax/sealant as it's the most effective method. Wash the car thoroughly prior to using the clay bar, however. It's beneficial to do this before applying a new ceramic product.
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