The Complete 3D Car Care Guide
Every 3D Car Care product explained in plain language: what it does, where it fits in your routine, and what to buy first. Formulated in Santa Clarita, California, and shipped to you from our Sydney warehouse.
What Is 3D Car Care?
3D Car Care is a Californian detailing brand made in Santa Clarita from green, biodegradable ingredients:3D stands for Detailing Driven Developers. This guide sorts the 60+ product range into nine categories so you can find the one bottle you need fast.
Why Choose 3D Car Care?
Easy to use, reliable, and built for enthusiasts and pros alike.
Made In California
Formulated and made in-house in Santa Clarita.
Professional Grade
The ACA system, trusted by pros.
Complete Range
Wash through to ceramic coatings and marine care.
Excellent Value
Premium results without the premium price.
The 3D Range At A Glance
Nine practical categories cover the whole catalogue. Jump straight to the one you need, or read top to bottom for the full picture.
1. Washing
Car shampoos, pre-soak, waterless wash and ceramic-infused wash.
2. Decontamination
Iron remover, water spot remover, brake dust remover, bug and tar, clay lube.
3. Correction
ACA compounds, finishing polish, one-step hybrids and foam pads.
4. Protection
Waxes, spray sealants, graphene and SiO2 ceramic coatings and detailers.
5. Glass
Cerium oxide polish, alcohol and ceramic glass cleaners.
6. Interior
Leather, carpet, upholstery, plastics, odour control and microfibre care.
7. Wheels & Tyres
Wheel and tyre cleaner, tyre dressing, ceramic tyre coatings.
8. Marine & RV
Purpose-built compounds and all-in-one polish for boats and RVs.
9. Pads & Accessories
Foam, wool and microfibre pads, spray bottles, pump dispensers.
3D Car Care Quick Reference Guide
Bookmark this. One line per flagship product, tap any name to shop it.
| Product | What It Is |
|---|---|
| 3D Pink Car Soap | Everyday pH-balanced car shampoo |
| 3D Super Pre-Soak | Alkaline pH12 pre-wash / pre-soak |
| 3D GLW Ultimate Wash Shampoo | pH-neutral, coating-safe shampoo |
| 3D Purewax Waterless Wash | Waterless wash / quick detailer |
| 3D GLW Iron Remover | Bleeding iron and fallout remover |
| 3D Eraser Water Spot Remover | Hard water and mineral spot remover |
| 3D BDX Brake Dust Remover | Colour-changing brake dust remover |
| 3D GLW Clay Lubricant | Slick clay bar / clay mitt lube |
| 3D ACA 500 X-Tra Cut | Heavy cut compound |
| 3D ACA 510 X-Tra Cut Premium | Premium heavy cut compound |
| 3D ACA 520 Finishing Polish | Finishing polish, removes haze |
| 3D One Hybrid Compound Polish | One-step compound + polish |
| 3D Speed AIO Polish + Wax | All-in-one polish and wax |
| 3D Poxy High Gloss Wax | Paste wax, 3-6 month durability |
| 3D Bead It Up | SiO2 spray sealant |
| 3D Graphene Ceramic Coating | DIY graphene ceramic, 3 year |
| 3D GLW Ceramic Detailer | Ceramic-infused quick detailer |
| 3D Glass Polish Cerium Oxide | Removes wiper marks and etching |
| 3D GLW Ceramic Glass Cleaner | Glass clean + SiO2 in one |
| 3D Towel Kleen | Microfibre towel detergent |
| 3D GLW Leather Cleaner | Leather cleaner |
| 3D GLW Leather Conditioner | Leather conditioner |
| 3D GLW Carpet & Upholstery Wash | Carpet/fabric wash + odour control |
| 3D GLW Odor Eliminator | Cabin odour eliminator |
| 3D GLW Wheel & Tire Cleaner | Wheel and tyre cleaner |
| 3D Tire Shine | Glossy tyre dressing |
| 3D Super Citrus Cleaner APC | Concentrated all-purpose cleaner |
| 3D Marine & RV All-In-One | Compound + polish for gelcoat |
Which Product For Which Job
Same information, organised by problem instead of product.
| Job / Problem | Product | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly maintenance wash | 3D Pink Car Soap | pH-balanced, gentle everyday shampoo |
| Heavy road grime pre-wash | 3D Super Pre-Soak | pH12 alkaline foam breaks down grime before contact |
| No hose or water access | 3D Purewax Waterless Wash | Waterless wash and detailer in one |
| Iron fallout on paint or wheels | 3D GLW Iron Remover | Reacts and bleeds on contact with embedded iron |
| Stubborn water spots | 3D Eraser Water Spot Remover | Targets mineral deposits baked onto paint |
| Wheels covered in brake dust | 3D BDX Brake Dust Remover | Colour-changing formula shows it working |
| Heavy swirl marks or oxidation | 3D ACA 500 X-Tra Cut | Heavy cutting power for real defects |
| One-step correction, less time | 3D One Hybrid Compound Polish | Combines cut and polish in one pass |
| Fast gloss with zero machine work | 3D Speed AIO Polish + Wax | All-in-one polish and wax by hand or machine |
| Longer lasting protection | 3D Graphene Ceramic Coating | DIY graphene coating rated to 3 years |
| Quick top-up between washes | PureWax Final Touch | Spray detailer for gloss between washes |
| Wiper marks or glass etching | 3D Glass Polish Cerium Oxide | Cerium oxide cuts through glass defects |
| Dash, doors, plastics, console | 3D LVP Cleaner | All-surface leather, vinyl and plastic cleaner |
| Cabin smells (smoke, pets, food) | 3D GLW Odor Eliminator | Neutralises odour at the source |
| Faded, chalky exterior trim | 3D Trim Care Protectant | Restores colour on sun-faded plastics |
| Tyre dressing, glossy finish | 3D Tire Shine | Glossy, durable tyre finish |
| Engine bay or heavy degreasing | 3D Super Duty Degreaser | Heavy-duty concentrate for grease and grime |
| Boat or RV gelcoat correction | 3D Marine & RV Cutting Compound | Purpose-built for marine gelcoat |
What Should I Buy First?
Six products cover a complete basic routine:everything else is a specialisation of one of these jobs.
- 3D Pink Car Soap:your everyday wash shampoo, gentle and pH-balanced.
- 3D GLW Iron Remover:the decontamination step that makes the biggest visible difference, run it every few months.
- 3D GLW Wheel & Tire Cleaner:dedicated wheel cleaning rather than asking your shampoo to do double duty.
- 3D Speed AIO Polish + Wax:an easy first step into polishing, adds gloss and light protection without a full correction job.
- PureWax Final Touch:a spray-on top-up for gloss and protection between full washes.
- 3D LVP Cleaner:one bottle that covers most of the interior: dash, doors, console and trim.
Find The Right 3D Car Care Setup For You
Not every vehicle or owner needs the full range. Pick the setup closest to your situation.
Weekly Maintenance Wash
3D Pink Car Soap, 3D GLW Wheel & Tire Cleaner, PureWax Final Touch, 3D Tire Shine. Covers wash, wheels, a gloss top-up and tyres with minimal fuss.
Ceramic Coated Vehicle
3D GLW Ultimate Wash Shampoo, 3D GLW Ceramic Detailer, 3D GLW Ceramic Glass Cleaner. Maintains gloss and water behaviour without stripping the coating.
Neglected Daily Driver
3D Super Pre-Soak, 3D GLW Iron Remover, 3D Eraser Water Spot Remover, 3D GLW Clay Lubricant. Resets contaminated, dull paint before protection goes back on.
Paint Correction & Restoration
3D ACA 500 X-Tra Cut or 3D ACA 510 Premium, 3D ACA 520 Finishing Polish, matching foam pads. A full heavy-cut-to-finish workflow before coating.
Apartment Living / Low Water Access
3D Purewax Waterless Wash, PureWax Final Touch. Effective maintenance washing with minimal water use.
Marine & RV Owner
3D Marine & RV Cutting Compound, 3D Marine & RV All-In-One, or the complete Marine & RV Kit. Formulated specifically for gelcoat rather than automotive clear coat.
Our Recommended 3D Products
Not sure where to start? Find your situation below and shop the products we recommend for it.
Best 3D Products for Beginners
- 3D Pink Car Soap – Simple, effective and safe for regular washing.
- 3D GLW Wheel & Tire Cleaner – Makes wheel cleaning significantly easier.
- 3D Speed AIO Polish + Wax – Adds gloss, light correction and protection in one step.
- 3D LVP Cleaner – Covers most interior surfaces with a single product.
Best 3D Products for Ceramic Coated Vehicles
This combination helps maintain gloss, slickness and water behaviour while preserving your existing protection.
Best 3D Products for Paint Correction
| Goal | Recommended Product |
|---|---|
| Heavy Defect Removal | ACA 500 X-Tra Cut |
| Premium Heavy Cut | ACA 510 X-Tra Cut Premium |
| Finishing Polish | ACA 520 Finishing Polish |
| One-Step Correction | 3D One Hybrid Compound Polish |
| Light Enhancement | 3D Speed AIO Polish + Wax |
Most Popular 3D Products
3D Pink Car Soap
The go-to maintenance shampoo for regular washing.
3D One Hybrid
The most versatile paint correction product in the range.
3D Speed
An easy way to improve gloss and protection without a complicated process.
3D Bead It Up
Excellent water beading and quick protection in a spray-on format.
3D Graphene Ceramic Coating
The longest-lasting paint protection option in the 3D range.
If We Could Only Buy Three Products
Together these three products provide cleaning, paint enhancement and protection, delivering the biggest visual improvement for most vehicles.
01 · Washing
- 3D Pink Car Soap:everyday pH-balanced shampoo, 474ml to 20L.
- 3D Super Pre-Soak (pH12):heavy alkaline pre-wash foam for grimy cars.
- 3D GLW Ultimate Wash Shampoo:pH-neutral, safe on coatings and waxes.
- 3D GLW SiO2 Ceramic Wash:washes and tops up SiO2 protection at once.
- 3D Purewax Waterless Wash:clean and detail with no hose.
- 3D Super Soap:bulk concentrate for pros washing multiple cars.
02 · Decontamination
- 3D GLW Iron Remover:bleeds on contact with embedded iron on paint and wheels.
- 3D Eraser Water Spot Remover:lifts baked-in hard water and mineral spots.
- 3D BDX Brake Dust Remover:colour-changing wheel cleaner, 474ml to 20L.
- 3D Bug Remover & 3D Gum & Tar Remover:dedicated spot removers for insects and tar.
- 3D GLW Clay Lubricant:slick lube for the clay bar or clay mitt step.
03 · Correction: Compounds, Polishes & Pads
- 3D ACA 500 X-Tra Cut:heavy cut compound for real defects.
- 3D ACA 510 Premium:higher-grade heavy cut, pairs with ACA 520 as the 510 & 520 Kit.
- 3D ACA 520 Finishing Polish:removes compounding haze, coating-ready finish.
- 3D One Hybrid Compound Polish:one-step cut and polish.
- 3D Speed AIO Polish + Wax:all-in-one polish and wax, easiest entry point, sold with 3D One as the Speed & One Kit.
Matching foam pads are under Pads & Accessories.
04 · Protection: Waxes, Sealants & Ceramic
- 3D Poxy High Gloss Wax:paste wax, 3-6 month durability.
- 3D Express Wax:spray wax, fast gloss with no buffer.
- 3D Bead It Up:SiO2 spray sealant, strong beading.
- PureWax Final Touch:quick detailer top-up between washes.
- 3D Graphene Ceramic Coating Kit:DIY graphene coating, 3-year rated.
- 3D Ceramic Touch:spray-on ceramic, roughly 1-year rated.
- 3D GLW Ceramic Detailer:ceramic top-up at every wipe-down.
05 · Glass
- 3D Glass Polish Cerium Oxide:removes wiper marks and etching.
- 3D Glass Cleaner:alcohol-based, streak-free, 3.78L.
- 3D Super Glass Cleaner:concentrate, dilutes roughly 50:1.
- 3D GLW Ceramic Glass Cleaner:cleans and adds SiO2 in one step.
06 · Interior
- 3D LVP Cleaner + Conditioner:core dash, door and console pairing.
- 3D GLW Leather Cleaner + Conditioner:dedicated leather routine.
- 3D GLW Carpet & Upholstery Wash / 3D Carpet & Upholstery Shampoo:fabric cleaners with odour control.
- 3D GLW Odor Eliminator / Total Release Aerosol:spray or fogger for smoke, pet and food smells.
- 3D GLW Ceramic Interior Detailer:quick ceramic refresh for plastics and trim.
- 3D Trim Care Protectant:restores colour on sun-faded plastics.
- 3D Non Silicone Dressing / 3D Magic Blue Dressing:natural or wet-look trim finish.
- 3D GLW Ceramic Trim Restore:restores faded trim, locks in an SiO2 layer.
- 3D Towel Kleen:microfibre detergent, keeps towels cutting properly.
- 3D Extractor Shampoo:for carpet extraction machines.
- 3D Wipe Surface Prep Spray:panel wipe-down before wax, sealant or coating.
07 · Wheels & Tyres
- 3D GLW Wheel & Tire Cleaner:dedicated wheel and tyre cleaner.
- 3D Tire Shine:glossy dressing, 474ml to 3.78L.
- 3D GLW Ceramic Tire Gloss / Matte Tire:longer-lasting ceramic tyre dressing, gloss or satin.
- 3D Metal Polish:for chrome, aluminium and stainless trim.
08 · Marine & RV
- 3D Marine & RV Cutting Compound:heavy cut built for gelcoat, not automotive clear coat.
- 3D Marine & RV All-In-One:single-step compound and polish for gelcoat.
- 3D Marine 3 Step Kit / Marine & RV Kit:bundled systems for a full routine.
09 · Pads & Accessories
| Pad / Accessory | Use |
|---|---|
| 3D Dark Purple Heavy Cut Foam Pad | Pair with ACA 500 / 510 for heavy correction |
| 3D Light Purple Medium Cut Foam Pad | Medium correction, softer paint |
| 3D Black Finishing Foam Pad | Pair with ACA 520 finishing polish |
| 3D White Cutting Spider Pad | Aggressive cutting on hard clear coats |
| PureWax Wool Pad, Blue/White Heavy Cut | Fast heavy correction by rotary or DA |
| PureWax Microfibre Pad, White Medium Cut | Microfibre cutting action, medium defects |
| 3D Glass Polishing Pad | Pair with Glass Polish Cerium Oxide |
| 3D Empty Spray Bottle with Trigger | Decant concentrates for daily use |
| 3D Pump Dispenser | Controlled dosing for bulk 3.78L/1.89L bottles |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 3D stand for?
Detailing Driven Developers:a Californian brand made in Santa Clarita from green, biodegradable ingredients.
Is 3D Car Care made in the USA?
Yes. 3D Car Care products are formulated and manufactured in Santa Clarita, California, USA.
Is 3D Car Care professional grade?
Yes:the same ACA compounds, GLW ceramic range and Marine & RV formulas used commercially by detailers are sold in retail sizes for home use.
What is the GLW Series?
3D's ceramic-infused line:look for "GLW Series" or "SiO2 Ceramic" in the name across wash, glass, tyres, leather and more.
What is the difference between ACA 500 and ACA 510?
Both are heavy-cut compounds. ACA 500 is excellent for severe defect removal, while ACA 510 is the premium version that offers strong cutting power while often finishing down better on a wider range of paint systems.
What is the difference between 3D One and 3D Speed?
3D One is designed primarily for paint correction and defect removal. 3D Speed is an all-in-one polish and wax that focuses on gloss enhancement while adding protection. Choose 3D One when correction is the priority and 3D Speed when you want a quick improvement in appearance and protection.
Is it safe on ceramic coatings?
Yes:GLW Ultimate Wash Shampoo, GLW SiO2 Ceramic Wash, GLW Ceramic Detailer and PureWax Final Touch are all coating-safe.
What is the best 3D shampoo?
3D Pink Car Soap for everyday washing, or the pH-neutral GLW Ultimate Wash Shampoo if your car is already coated.
Which 3D product removes iron fallout?
3D GLW Iron Remover:a direct-spray formula that bleeds on contact with embedded iron on paint and wheels.
Which 3D product removes water spots?
3D Eraser Water Spot Remover, for hard water and mineral marks baked into paint or glass.
Does 3D make marine products?
Yes:a dedicated gelcoat cutting compound, an all-in-one compound and polish, and bundled Marine & RV kits.
What should beginners buy first?
3D Pink Car Soap, GLW Iron Remover, GLW Wheel & Tire Cleaner, Speed AIO Polish + Wax, PureWax Final Touch and 3D LVP Cleaner.
Still not sure which product fits your car? Tell us what you drive and how you detail it and we'll point you to the right bottle.
Ask Us Shop 3D Car Care