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  • HSV GTS-R Paint Correction and Ceramic Coating – O’Connor Perth

    HSV GTS-R Paint Correction and Ceramic Coating – O’Connor Perth

    AutoFX WA

    HSV GTS-R – Precision Over Speed This VS HSV GTS-R, with just 8,113kms, came in for paint correction and ceramic coating. With a vehicle like this, the focus is not on time — it’s on achieving the best possible result. Paint Correction – 18 Hours Over Three Days The polishing process alone took approximately 18

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  • New BMW X2 Ceramic Coating – O’Connor Perth

    New BMW X2 Ceramic Coating – O’Connor Perth

    AutoFX WA

    New BMW X2 Ceramic Coating for a Returning Customer This BMW X2 came in for ceramic coating for a returning customer, Lisa. Even on a brand new vehicle, proper preparation is still required to ensure the best possible finish before protection is applied. Day 1 – Preparation and First Layer The process began with: •

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  • Why a “Well Detailed” Car Still Needs Paint Correction

    Why a “Well Detailed” Car Still Needs Paint Correction

    AutoFX WA

    This is something we see regularly at AutoFX WA in Perth. A vehicle can look extremely clean and well presented, especially after a dealership detail or pre-sale preparation. But once inspected under proper lighting, the paint often tells a different story. Clean Does Not Mean Corrected We recently worked on vehicles including a Range Rover

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  • Mercedes C63 Paint Correction After PPF Removal – O’Connor Perth

    Mercedes C63 Paint Correction After PPF Removal – O’Connor Perth

    AutoFX WA

    Mercedes C63 Paint Correction After PPF Removal at Our O’Connor Workshop This black Mercedes C63 came in after Luke had recently purchased the vehicle and wanted it brought back to a true “like new” finish. The front end of the car had previously been protected with PPF, however over time the film had begun to

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  • Range Rover Evoque Paint Correction and Ceramic Coating – O’Connor Perth

    Range Rover Evoque Paint Correction and Ceramic Coating – O’Connor Perth

    AutoFX WA

    Range Rover Evoque Paint Correction and Ceramic Coating at Our O’Connor Workshop This Range Rover Evoque belongs to Jannine and had recently been purchased second-hand. The dealership had presented the vehicle very well and it had clearly been detailed before delivery. However, a vehicle being detailed does not necessarily mean the paint has undergone a

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  • Land Rover Paint Correction and Graphene Coating – O’Connor Perth

    Land Rover Paint Correction and Graphene Coating – O’Connor Perth

    AutoFX WA

    Land Rover Paint Correction and Graphene Coating at Our O’Connor Workshop This Land Rover belongs to Mr Simon and is around 15 years old, but it has been extremely well looked after throughout its life. Despite being cared for, the paint had accumulated the usual wash marring and light defects that occur over time. This

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  • How Much Clear Coat Do Modern Cars Actually Have?

    How Much Clear Coat Do Modern Cars Actually Have?

    AutoFX WA

    How Much Clear Coat Do Modern Cars Actually Have? One of the most misunderstood parts of detailing is how much clear coat actually exists on modern automotive paint. Many people assume that polishing can be done repeatedly without consequence, but the reality is that clear coat thickness is limited. Understanding this is important when discussing

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  • Why Proper Application Matters for Ceramic Coating in Perth | AutoFX WA

    Why Proper Application Matters for Ceramic Coating in Perth | AutoFX WA

    AutoFX WA

    Why “Best Ceramic Coating” Means Nothing Without Proper Application Preparation Determines Performance Before applying any ceramic coating, we assess the vehicle properly. That means: • Measuring paint thickness• Checking how much clear coat we actually have to work with• Identifying previous correction work• Decontaminating the surface properly• Refining defects safely Modern factory paint isn’t thick.

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  • Beyond Perfection: Art of Polishing of a “Mint” Red VY Clubsport

    AutoFX WA

    To the average eye, Steve’s Red VY Clubsport—his “second wife”—was already a show-stopper. But at AutoFX WA, we don’t work to “average” standards. For a job where the budget is secondary to the result, we spent a full week chasing a level of optical clarity that most shops simply won’t attempt. The Correction Phase ($1,200):

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  • Why Proper Paint Preparation Matters Before Ceramic Coating

    Why Proper Paint Preparation Matters Before Ceramic Coating

    AutoFX WA

    When people think about ceramic coating, they often focus on gloss, water beading, and long-term protection. What many don’t realise is that the quality of the result depends heavily on what happens before the coating is applied. Ceramic coating is not a cover-up product. It does not hide defects, scratches, or swirl marks. In fact,

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