Restore Detail

Restore Detail in McHenry, IL

Visibly Better Paint.
A Full Reset, Too.

Swirls, haze and dull paint make even a clean car look tired. Restore is our full inside-and-out Reset plus machine paint correction, so your paint looks deeper and glossier again. Starting at $550.

IDA Certified Detailer
Family-run, local McHenry shop
Coating-safe process, every time
440+ five-star Google reviews
Our Most Complete Detail

Clean isn’t enough? This is the one.

Restore includes everything in a Reset, then adds paint correction. If your paint already looks good, a Reset Detail is the better fit.

1

Book online

Choose a full Restore or exterior polish only.

2

We clean and correct

A full inside-and-out detail, then staged machine polishing to cut swirls, light scratches and haze.

3

You get the shine back

Paint with real gloss and clarity, ready for a sealant or coating.

Our Most Thorough Service

What Restore actually covers.

Real paint improvement, not a full restoration.

Restore is designed for vehicles that need measurable improvement in paint clarity along with a complete interior and exterior Reset. It begins with a full Reset — steam-cleaned, shampooed interior and a fully decontaminated exterior — then adds machine paint correction to reduce visible swirl marks, light scratches, and defects.

Once the paint is refined, a professional sealant locks in the gloss and makes routine washing easier. The level of correction is tailored to each vehicle’s condition, aimed at meaningful, visible improvement while protecting long-term paint health — it's a paint-improvement service, not a full restoration. Headliners are intentionally left alone to avoid adhesive damage. Want longer-term protection after your Restore? Ask about adding a ceramic coating. If your car doesn't need paint correction, a Reset may be all it needs. Not sure? Take our quick quiz and we’ll tell you honestly.

  • Full interior Reset & steam cleaning
  • Complete exterior decontamination
  • Machine paint correction
  • Reduced swirls, light scratches & haze
  • Professional paint sealant applied
  • Ceramic coating add-on available
The Price

Full Restore, or exterior polish only.

Exterior Polish Only
Sedan / Wrangler / Small Crossover
$550

Machine paint correction and sealant, exterior only — no interior service.

  • Exterior decontamination
  • Machine paint correction
  • Paint sealant applied
Estimated time: 4 hours
Exterior Polish Only
Pick-Up / SUV
$650

Machine paint correction and sealant for trucks and SUVs, exterior only.

  • Exterior decontamination
  • Machine paint correction
  • Paint sealant applied
Estimated time: 4 hours
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Does your car actually need paint correction?

The honest answer on paint correction, and why most cars need less than you might think.

Why Owners Choose Unicorn

Small shop care, done consistently.

IDA Certified Detailer

Detailer Skills Verified through documented training and testing — the same standard behind every Restore we perform.

Family-run, one shop, no franchise

Every Restore is done at our McHenry garage, by our team — never subcontracted out or handed to a franchise crew.

Owner-applied correction, every time

Paint correction takes a trained eye — the same owner who installs our ceramic coatings handles every Restore.

440+ five-star Google reviews

McHenry County drivers keep coming back for visible, honest results.

How It Works

Our most thorough service, done right.

1

Book online or call

Let us know your vehicle size and whether you want interior included.

2

Drop it off in McHenry

Restore takes about 4 to 5.5 hours depending on scope — plan on a same-day drop-off.

3

We reset and correct the paint

Full interior Reset if included, plus decontamination and machine paint correction.

4

Drive out with noticeably better paint

Sealed, corrected, and ready for a ceramic coating if you want it protected long-term.

From Actual Customers

What McHenry County drivers say.

★★★★★

"Took my classic car in to get a paint correction. He gave it a good polishing and it looked great. Very happy with the results."

— Timothy Correa, Google Review
★★★★★

"He buffed my headlights so they're no longer cloudy — they look amazing. The attention to detail is next level."

— Heather Murphy, Google Review
★★★★★

"Joe was great, car came back looking better than I could have imagined. Top notch service, great bang for your buck."

— Brandon Castino, Google Review
Common questions

Restore Detail questions, answered straight.

What's the difference between a Reset and a Restore?

A Restore is a full interior and exterior Reset plus machine paint correction and a professional sealant. If your paint doesn't need correction, a Reset may be all your car needs.

Will paint correction remove every scratch?

No. Restore reduces swirl marks, light scratches, and haze for visibly better gloss and clarity. Deeper scratches that have gone through the clear coat can't be safely polished out, and we don't repair paint chips. We'll tell you what to expect before we start.

How much does a Restore Detail cost?

A full interior and exterior Restore is $689 for sedans, Wranglers, and small crossovers, $749 for pick-ups and 2-row SUVs, and $799 for 3-row SUVs. Exterior polish only is $550 for sedans and $650 for pick-ups and SUVs.

How long does a Restore take?

About 4 hours for exterior only and 5.5 hours for the full service. Plan on same-day drop-off.

Should I add a ceramic coating after a Restore?

If you want the corrected paint protected long-term, yes. It's the ideal time, since the paint is already clean and refined. Ask us about adding a ceramic coating when you book.

Why don't you clean headliners?

Headliners are held up with adhesive that can let go when it gets wet or scrubbed. We leave them alone on purpose to avoid damage.

Not Sure Which Service Fits?

Not Sure If You Need A Reset Or Restore?

Take our free 2-minute quiz and we'll match you with the exact package your car needs — Handwash, Reset, Restore, or something more.

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