Yellow Headlights? Restore Them for €27 in 20 Minutes

headlight restoration diy

Cloudy headlights aren't cosmetic — they cut your night beam by up to 50%. Replacement units cost €150–600. Restoration costs €27 and 20 minutes.

Why they yellow

UV destroys the factory clear coat on polycarbonate lenses. The plastic oxidizes — fog, yellow, blur.

The fix

  1. Sand through 3 grits (kit includes them) — the cloudy layer comes off
  2. Polish to clarity with compound
  3. The step everyone skips: UV sealant. Without it, fog returns in months; with it, years.

Result

Glass-clear lenses, full beam pattern, and the car looks years younger.

Get the complete kit here.