Cutting edge car paint protection. A ceramic glass coating and vehicle protection package, brought to us from AutoSmart Special Products Division.
Talk to us Talk to usAutoSmart's flagship ceramic - built for colour enrichment as much as protection. On black, dark blue and dark grey cars the difference is visible straight away: richer, deeper, with a hydrophobic layer that keeps the colour looking fresh between washes. If your car's colour is the point, Matrix Black is the coating for it. 8-year transferable warranty.
Scores are our team’s subjective assessments, based on direct workshop experience. They reflect how each coating compares against the others in our range — not against any external standard.
Matrix Black is built for colour enrichment as much as protection. On dark paint -- black, deep blue, dark grey -- the difference is visible the moment the job is finished: richer, deeper, with a clarity that wax can’t produce. On metallics, the finish takes on a crispness that makes the flake visible in a way it wasn’t before. Autosmart’s own description is “superior optical purity”; in the workshop we just say it looks exceptional.
The hydrophobic layer means water beads and rolls off carrying dirt with it. Your car stays cleaner between washes and is much easier to maintain when you do wash it.
Backed by our own no-fuss, 8-year transferable guarantee. See our full guarantee.
Matrix Black suits the customer where colour is the point and protection is expected, not just appreciated. On dark paint and strong metallics it delivers the most visible immediate result of any single-layer coating in our range. It’s the product we measure everything else against; if you haven’t seen it on a freshly polished dark car, it’s difficult to describe.
Matrix Black uses the latest generation ceramic technology -- a hard, clear SiO2 layer that bonds chemically to the paint surface. It’s rated 9H on the pencil hardness scale; it resists micro-scratches from washing and road grime, and it won’t crack, burn off or peel the way wax does. Autosmart manufacture it in the UK; we apply it as trained professionals.
Prices split by preparation. New cars under 400 miles need detailing and panel prep only. Used cars need at minimum a two-stage machine polish first -- that preparation is included and reflected in the price.
For used cars. Price includes double machine polish, clay bar decontamination, exterior detail, panel preparation, and a durable coat of Matrix.
Additional Machine Polishing Scratch Repair & Paintwork Correction
| Vehicle Size | MATRIX Black |
|---|---|
| Small | £1179 |
| Medium/Small Sports | £1274 |
| Executive/Sport | £1369 |
| Large Sport/Large Exc/Small 4x4 | £1559 |
| XL exec/ People Carrier/4x4 | £1928 |
| XXL Luxury/Commercial | £2183 |
For new cars with less than 400 miles. Price includes car exterior detailed, panel preparation, and a durable coat of Matrix.
| Vehicle Size | MATRIX Black |
|---|---|
| Small | £1009 |
| Medium/Small Sports | £1145 |
| Executive/Sport | £1185 |
| Large Sport/Large Exc/Small 4x4 | £1321 |
| XL exec/ People Carrier/4x4 | £1511 |
| XXL Luxury/Commercial | £1701 |
| Additional Nano-Coating Prices | |
|---|---|
| Matrix Recharge | £120 |
| All Vehicle Lights, Mirrors & Windows | £120 |
| Wheels & Exhaust High Temperature Nano-Coating | £120 |
| Helios Shield - Coating for nose cone - Helps reduce insect stains and road rash. | £120 |
| Leather Interior Nano-Protection | £120 |
| Fabric Seats & Door Panels Hydrophobic protection | £120 |
| Fabric Carpet, Mats & Boot Hydrophobic protection | £120 |
| Hood Hydrophobic Nano-Protection | £240 |
The service here is absolutely top notch. I had the honour of dealing with Gary there. Wow, he really knows how to run a company. The way he does business is really to be commended. I would dare to say that this establishment probably has one of the best customer service in the UK!
Matrix Black is our most popular premium coating.
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One thing I have to say, what a brilliant job these guys made one the car it looks amazing I could not believe in my eyes. It is better than new.<br />Thank you very much Gary for everything, my other car is on its way to your garage to make it new again.<br />
The car was booked in for the Black Ceramic the day after collecting it from the dealership and it now looks amazing, even better than it did coming out of the showroom! This coating really does ehance the shine and I'm so pleased with the outcome. Thanks to the whole team at New Again - highly recommend these guys! <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113742019446465593719/place/ChIJi27fe3vp2EcRApHhy4N0OvM">Google</a>
Just had Matrix Black applied to my white XC40. Amazing results, the coating has added a pearlescent finish to the paintwork and it looks truly stunning. Honestly it's better than new.<br />Many thanks all - superb job.
As I plan to keep the car for many years this appears to be a good investment and I was most impressed by both the service and work carried out. Would certainly recommend.
Had my Car professionally polished with a Ceramic finish at New Again Chelmsford, the attention to detail by the Staff was above and beyond, I had the 8 year Matrix Black coating and was worth every penny, thank to the Team at New Again.
The service I received was exceptional. The process and how to choose the coating was well explained. Everyone was very personable and helpful. Very professional. The car looked sensational on return to me. I would recommend them without hesitation. Totally reliable.
No - Matrix Black works on any colour. It looks incredible on black and other dark colours, and it’s exceptional on pearlescent metallic finishes, but it’s formulated to enhance and protect all paint colours.
Yes, to a point. Ceramic coatings are tough and help resist wash marks and light scratches - the sort you get brushing past hedges or rhododendrons. It noticeably toughens the paint, but it isn’t bulletproof.
Autosmart warranties Matrix Black for 8 years, and we stand behind that. In our experience, quality paint protection often lasts far longer in the real world. We’ve seen older polymer coatings exceed their guarantees, and ceramics are typically more durable than polymer.
Our prices are inclusive of full paintwork preparation. New cars are cheaper because they usually need less correction. The coating is permanent and unforgiving, so the paint has to be as good as it gets before application - there’s virtually zero margin for error.
You can, but you probably won’t need to. Wax won’t harm the coating, though some products may not bond perfectly. If you want extra gloss between washes, a wash-and-wax product is fine, or use Matrix Recharge, which we can apply for you or you can buy to use yourself.
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All our ceramic coating and paint sealant packages include a thorough 2-stage machine polish, along with a clay-bar treatment and panel preparation to ensure the surface is clean and smooth. This is ideal for newer cars or well-maintained paintwork. If your car needs a bit more attention, upgrading to a 4-stage or even a full 6-stage correction is easy -- we’ll guide you through the best option for your vehicle’s condition.
| Machine Polish Upgrade | Prices |
|---|---|
| 4-Stage Machine Polish Upgrade | £195.00 |
| For moderately aged cars showing signs of age or moderate neglect. Our 4-stage system removes deeper swirl marks, oxidation, light scratches, and dullness. It restores depth and clarity to tired paintwork without the full intensity of a complete restoration. | |
| 6-Stage Machine Polish Upgrade | £345.00 |
| For older or neglected cars with heavily weathered, scratched, or oxidised paint. Starting with a heavy compound to level down deep scratches and heavy swirling, we progressively refine the finish through six stages to restore colour, depth, and mirror-like clarity. |