how much to cut and polish a car

Short answer: expect $200–$400 for a basic single-stage cut and polish on a small car, $400–$800 for multi-stage correction, and $800–$1,500+ if the paint’s oxidised or you’re chasing show-car gloss.

Big SUVs/utes can add $50–$200, and ceramic coating upsells are another $500–$1,200 if you fancy the slippery forcefield.

Mobile detailers are usually cheaper; good workshops charge more but bring better pads, compounds and patience—useful when your clear coat’s seen things.

Get a written scope (stages, panels, inclusions) and a test panel before/after; budget half a day to a full day and don’t expect miracles if the clear’s cooked.