Exterior Add-On

Headlight Restoration: Clear Lenses, Better Night Visibility

Foggy yellow headlights are more than a cosmetic problem. They scatter light and cut how far you can see at night. We bring them back to clear.

$35 Adds about 30 min

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Questions? Call (737) 379-0956, Mon-Sat 8 AM-6 PM.

Hood and headlight area with a glossy finish after detailing

The Basics

What is Headlight Restoration?

Most modern headlights are polycarbonate plastic with a factory UV coating. Years of Texas sun break that coating down, and the exposed plastic oxidizes into the yellow, hazy film you see. Headlight Restoration removes that damaged layer by wet-sanding through progressively finer grits, polishes the lens back to clarity, and applies a UV-protective sealant so the oxidation does not return quickly.

It makes the car look years younger and, more importantly, it lets the beam do its job. If you drive Highway 183 or Interstate 35 after dark, clear lenses matter.

Our Process

How Headlight Restoration Works

Clean and tape off

We wash the lens and tape around it so paint, trim and the bumper are protected during sanding.

Wet-sand in stages

Using progressively finer grits with water, we remove the oxidized layer evenly across the whole lens.

Machine polish

A polisher brings the sanded surface up to a clear, glossy finish, removing sanding marks.

Wipe and prep

The lens is wiped completely clean of residue so the protective layer can bond properly.

Seal against UV

A UV-resistant protective coating is applied to replace what the sun destroyed and slow the yellowing.

Who It's For

Drivers with yellow, foggy or hazy headlights
Anyone struggling to see on dark roads or ranch roads after sunset
Owners prepping a car for inspection, sale or trade-in
Cars with sun-exposed plastic lenses that were never treated

Good To Know

It restores the outside surface. Moisture or fogging inside the lens, or cracks, call for a different repair.
Lenses that have been restored before may be thinner; we check them first.
How long the result lasts depends on sun exposure. Parking in shade or a garage helps.

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Headlight Restoration Questions

Will they look brand new?

Most oxidized lenses come back to a clear, bright finish. Lenses with damage inside or deep pitting may improve without looking new, and we tell you what to expect.

How long do restored headlights stay clear?

It depends on how much sun the car sees. The UV sealant slows oxidation, and parking in shade extends the result. We do not promise a fixed number of years.

Does it help me see better at night?

Clear lenses let more light out of the headlight, so most drivers notice a difference, especially on unlit roads.

Do you do both headlights?

Yes, the add-on covers the headlights on your vehicle.

Is this safe for the paint around the lens?

We tape off the surrounding area before sanding so the paint is protected.

KlenCars is fully mobile. We bring our own water and power and work at your home or workplace in Austin, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Lago Vista and Pflugerville.

Ready to add Headlight Restoration?

Tell us about your vehicle and we will confirm it fits before the day.