Meguiar’s Ultimate Polish, High-Gloss Polish for a Show Car Shine, 16 oz

I used Meguiar’s Ultimate Polish on my 2016 Buick Regal and was really impressed with the difference it made. The paint looked noticeably deeper, smoother, and much glossier afterward. It was easy to work with and helped clean up some of those light imperfections and dull areas that become more noticeable over time. What I liked most was the shine—it gave the paint that freshly detailed, almost wet-looking finish without me having to be a professional detailer. A little product goes a long way, and it was easy to wipe off when used correctly. I followed it with wax to protect the finish, and my car looked SO good afterward. Definitely something I’ll keep in my detailing supplies. If your paint needs a little life brought back into it before waxing, this is worth using.

Brings Old Paint Back to Life with a Deep Mirror Shine Meguiar’s Ultimate Polish is one of those car care products that actually earns its name. I used it after a full wash and clay bar treatment on a 12-year-old sedan that hadn’t seen a proper polish in years—and the results were remarkable. The paint went from flat and tired to glossy and rich, with that “wet look” depth that’s usually only seen on freshly detailed show cars. Application is straightforward: a small amount on a foam pad, work it in evenly, then buff off with a clean microfiber towel before it dries. It goes on smoothly and wipes off easier if you do smaller sections at a time. For best results, I paired it with Meguiar’s Ultimate Compound first to remove deeper oxidation and swirl marks, then followed with this polish to refine the finish before waxing. Even on dark paint, the reflections looked dramatically sharper and clearer afterward. What stands out is how forgiving it is—gentle enough for beginners yet effective enough for enthusiasts. It’s safe on clear coats, doesn’t stain trim, and leaves the surface prepped perfectly for wax or sealant. Used by hand, it takes a bit of elbow grease; with a dual-action polisher, it’s a breeze and produces a truly professional finish. Bottom line: an outstanding finishing polish that restores depth and gloss to aging paint and preps perfectly for wax. For under ten dollars, this is one of the best DIY detailing upgrades you can make—turns dull paint into a head-turner with minimal effort.

I’ve been very happy with this polish. It was easy to use and worked really well on my car. It helped remove fine swirls and left the paint looking smooth, shiny, and much deeper. The finish looks great and gives the car a beautiful glossy appearance. Definitely a product I would recommend to anyone looking to improve the look of their vehicle.

This is my go-to last step polish before the final waxing or ceramic coating my cars. I have used this polish for years and have not yet found a better finishing polish. I use it after compounding or a polishing compound and you can easily see a difference. I have used it on a variety of colors on different cars and it has always worked for me.

Removes swirl marks but you have to apply it frequently. Overall I'm satisfied with the purchase

This polish is incredible. It leaves a shine so bright that you almost need to wear sunglasses to look at it! Very easy to work with, but don't use it on a hot day in direct sunlight. If it dries too quickly, it's hard to get off. Do it in the shade, and you'll be shocked at the finished product, especially if you use an electric buffer!

There are a million detailing products out there, and Ultimate Polish is one that I keep coming back to. If you're a do-it-yourself / hobby / weekend detailer, this is one of the best finishing polishes. It won't correct deep scratches, but that's not what it's meant for. A finishing polish is meant to add that final clarity, depth of color, and gloss for paint that is already in decent or good condition. Especially if you have dark colored paint, this step is necessary for that perfect finish. If you do have deeper scratches / defects / oxidation, you will need to use a compound first, such as Meguiar's Ultimate Compound. Ultimate Compound and Ultimate Polish are the "consumer" versions of their M105 and M205 products. The key difference is that the consumer versions are slightly less aggressive (meaning that they take off less clear coat) and have a longer working time (meaning if you polish too long or with too little product you're at less risk for damaging the paint). For most of us who aren't preparing show cars and who do not want to risk ruining their paint, the choice is easy. Be sure to pair each with an appropriate pad. Foam pads are easy to work with, but the colors / aggressiveness varies between brands. If you're new, look for a light to medium cut pad for the Compound, and a finishing pad (usually black) for the Polish. Run slower speed and less pressure with the polish - especially on black paint. And if you're new, definitely use a dual action (a.k.a. random orbital) polisher instead of a rotary - less risky and easier to use. Meguiars has a TON of different polishes in their pro line for specific use cases, body shops, etc (such as M200, M205, M210). I've researched the heck out of these but it boils down to the fact that I don't want to buy all of them and fuss with it. I've read that M210 is specific to finicky black paint and works well, but it may interact poorly with trim pieces and other non-paint materials (plus it's sold in a big/expensive bottle). One thing I like about Ultimate Polish is how it barely leaves residue on trim so I don't waste time with painter's tape. Basically - if you want to get into polishing but are overwhelmed by all of the options and information - Ultimate Polish is arguably your best place to start. And if you're like me - you just keep using it.

Nice stuff, works great!

It’s the best. Easy to apply, mirror finished, last on my truck a year or two.

Da un brillo excelente esta marca es calidad este producto cumple su funcion.

Made my black car very shiny. Better than autoglms polish in my opinion.

I had an incident on the highway where a flying object hit my front bumper. It was very windy, and the impact left some nasty-looking black swirls and fine scratches across the surface. Thankfully, there were no dents or deep gouges, so I decided to try Meguiar’s Ultimate Polish. I applied it while the car was cool, clean, and dry. It took a few applications with a microfiber cloth, but I was able to buff out almost all of the damage—it took me about 20 minutes of steady work. It’s barely noticeable now. I’m really impressed with how well this worked and would definitely recommend it if you’re dealing with similar surface scratches. It saved me a trip to the professional!

Will leave your car shining for months.