You have spent a sunny afternoon outdoors, you have cleaned every nook, scrubbed every cranny, the car is looking great. Now for that final touch to really make your vehicle brilliant. How (and when) to buff a car Buffing is the process of using a soft surface, light pressure and friction to even out the reflective surface of your car’s clear coat. The market is home to a host of buffing cloths, creams and sprays. The common rules boil down to: Make sure the car is clean. Thi