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Feb 20, 2026 3:12 PM

Select Advance Auto Parts Stores: 3M Headlight Lens Restoration System

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Select Advance Auto Parts Stores have 3M Headlight Lens Restoration System (39008) for $5.95. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup varies by location.

Thanks to Community Member USFishin for finding this deal.

Product Description:
  • For use on headlights, taillights, fog, and directional lights
  • Kit contains sanding discs and polishing pad with compound
  • For use with a drill
  • Saves $100s versus purchasing a new headlight
  • Improves the appearance of a car - with "like new" headlights
  • Simple, four, step process

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  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $14.04 less (70.2% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $19.99 at the time of this posting.
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Select Advance Auto Parts Stores have 3M Headlight Lens Restoration System (39008) for $5.95. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup varies by location.

Thanks to Community Member USFishin for finding this deal.

Product Description:
  • For use on headlights, taillights, fog, and directional lights
  • Kit contains sanding discs and polishing pad with compound
  • For use with a drill
  • Saves $100s versus purchasing a new headlight
  • Improves the appearance of a car - with "like new" headlights
  • Simple, four, step process

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $14.04 less (70.2% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $19.99 at the time of this posting.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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This 3M headlight restoration kit is a strong low cost way to clear oxidized lenses and has a solid track record for restoring cloudy headlights. The kit is described as working well, easier than hand polishing, and effective enough to try on older vehicles or repeat on multiple cars. The main catch is durability, since the restored lens needs a separate coating, sealant, or UV protector to keep haze from returning. A few also point to the lack of a finishing wipe in this version, so it works best if you already have protection on hand.

  • The kit can deliver clear, great-looking headlights when the sanding and polishing steps are done carefully.

  • The deal price makes the kit attractive for trying headlight restoration on an older vehicle without committing to expensive OEM parts.

  • The power-tool approach can be easier and more effective than hand-polishing for restoring headlight clarity.

  • The kit can work well for light to medium oxidation levels when enough elbow grease is applied.

  • The restoration can fade back to foggy again within weeks to a year if UV protection or sealant is not applied afterward.

  • The kit may not include a finishing sealant wipe or UV protectorant, so additional protection purchases may be required.

  • The process can be risky or messy because sanding polycarbonate can create inhalation concerns, so a dust mask is recommended.

  • Orders can be cancelled without an email confirmation, requiring manual checking of order status.

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Feb 21, 2026 12:09 AM
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bigdeebirdFeb 21, 2026 12:09 AM
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these are one of those deals at this price I can't pass up, I don't need them at the moment but have used these kits a few times for my kids or neighbors cars. in for 2, thanks for the post.
Feb 21, 2026 6:17 AM
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XoenzFeb 21, 2026 6:17 AM
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Picked up 2 for mine and the parents, thanks!
Feb 21, 2026 11:17 AM
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ImpulseShopper96Feb 21, 2026 11:17 AM
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Used this in the past, good kit and a great price
Feb 21, 2026 11:41 AM
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samfromnyFeb 21, 2026 11:41 AM
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I've never found any products available at my local Advanced Auto store
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Feb 21, 2026 1:48 PM
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w9w8sFeb 21, 2026 1:48 PM
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Quote from samfromny View quoted comment :
I've never found any products available at my local Advanced Auto store
You go on and they literally have zero products on their shelves? Why are they in business if they don't sell anything?
Feb 21, 2026 1:53 PM
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ClincherFeb 21, 2026 1:53 PM
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I've never tried to use this process before. My 13 yr old Tacoma needs it. Great price to test to see if it will work. Available at my local AAP store
Feb 21, 2026 2:24 PM
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westmiFeb 21, 2026 2:24 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

Top rated product (Project Farm) Note that you need a coating or sealant after using one of these or the haze comes back within a year
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Feb 21, 2026 2:25 PM
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safaFeb 21, 2026 2:25 PM
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thank you
Feb 21, 2026 2:34 PM
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ArseneWengerFeb 21, 2026 2:34 PM
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Quote from westmi View quoted comment :
Top rated product (Project Farm) Note that you need a coating or sealant after using one of these or the haze comes back within a year
3M does have a version with a finishing sealant wipe, I'm surprised this doesn't have it. I agree I would only buy with a final coating wipe.
Feb 21, 2026 2:38 PM
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rosckoFeb 21, 2026 2:38 PM
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I've used this or a similar product before. It didn't appear to come with a UV protectorant. Even though my headlights were crystal clear after using it, it fogged back up after just a few years.

I think unless the product explicitly says it prevents re-fogging of the headlights after use, you still need to add an additional UV protectorant or sealer, which this product doesn't appear to come with.
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Feb 21, 2026 2:42 PM
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PedroRFeb 21, 2026 2:42 PM
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Quote from ArseneWenger View quoted comment :
3M does have a version with a finishing sealant wipe,
Thats a worthless step anyway

You need to spray them with a 2k clear afterward or its all moot
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Feb 21, 2026 3:03 PM
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4u2cFeb 21, 2026 3:03 PM
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Just got confirmation ordered filled.
Gonna give my 2014 Toyota Prius some low budget luv.

Thanks OP.
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Feb 21, 2026 4:04 PM
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Thanks OP!
Feb 21, 2026 4:38 PM
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NotAChanceAceFeb 21, 2026 4:38 PM
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Quote from Clincher View quoted comment :
I've never tried to use this process before. My 13 yr old Tacoma needs it. Great price to test to see if it will work. Available at my local AAP store
I just used one of these kits a month ago and the results were great. Just make sure to take your time and keep your drill moving so as to not create hot spots.

And wear dust mask at the least. You just sanding down polycarbonate with very high grit sand paper and compound, which probably isn't great to inhale.

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Feb 21, 2026 4:56 PM
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humanoidFeb 21, 2026 4:56 PM
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Thanks!

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