Classic Car Paint
Introducing LUSTRA X
The Process of Exceptional
At Auto RARA, excellence isn’t an outcome — it’s a process.
Our classic car paint and automotive refinishing expertise has earned us concours-winning results, and now that same precision defines a new standard: LUSTRA X.
LUSTRA X is our proprietary car paint system, developed to turn craftsmanship into a controlled science. Every stage is written, timed, measured and inspected — from air quality to final gloss calibration. It’s a framework that transforms instinct into repeatable perfection.
We don’t chase shortcuts. We chase precision.
That’s why we don’t do quick fixes or “£5k paint jobs.” We deliver verified quality — from our OEM+ 90-hour finish to our 250-hour show-standard surface, each guided by the LUSTRA X Process of Exceptional.
LUSTRA X the ultimate automotive paint solution
Perfection isn’t luck — it’s process
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By the time paint enters the gun, seventy-five percent of the work is already complete. Every stage of the LUSTRA X car paint process is defined, measured, and verified.
Our dedicated inspection bay and live Build Diary app give you real-time visibility — daily progress updates, photos, and inspection records delivered straight to your phone. Each stage includes a documented quality inspection, ensuring every surface is proven, not assumed.
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LUSTRA - A System with Flexibility Built In
Every restoration demands a tailored approach. The LUSTRA system adapts through three defined programmes — each built on the same disciplined foundation.
LUSTRA X represents the exceptional standard, achievable only from a bare-metal start. LUSTRA S (Substrate) begins from existing car paintwork mirroring the full process from the high-build primer stage. For full control, LUSTRA B (Bespoke) allows selective refinement — adjusting elements such as polish time to deliver an OEM+ finish.
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Experience the Process of Exceptional
Every finish tells a story — of precision, patience, and process. At Auto RARA, the LUSTRA paint system defines how perfection is achieved. Every surface is built with discipline and verified quality.
Whether you choose LUSTRA X, S, or B, each represents a commitment to integrity and craftsmanship that endures long after the final polish.
Discover your finish. Experience the Process of Exceptional.
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LUSTRA X — The Ultimate Car Paint System
Service Summary
Precision, control and craft. Our classic car paint restoration process delivers flawless, show-ready finishes with verified quality.
The LUSTRA X Seven-Stage Framework
The LUSTRA X Process of Exceptional defines how perfection is achieved — through a seven-stage automotive paint process that blends craftsmanship and engineering. Each phase is measurable, repeatable, and built for flawless results in classic car paint restoration and high-end automotive refinishing.
- LX-1 Substrate Discipline
- LX-2 Surface Geometry
- LX-3 Seal & Isolation
- LX-4 Tone Application
- LX-5 Clarity Layer
- LX-6 Refinement
- LX-7 Verification
This framework isn’t theory — it’s how every Auto RARA paint project is executed: disciplined, documented, and beautifully repeatable.
LUSTRA X — Proven Through Process
Perfection isn’t luck — it’s process.
By the time paint enters the gun, seventy-five percent of the work is already complete. At Auto RARA, every stage of the LUSTRA X car paint process is defined, measured, and verified.
Our dedicated inspection bay and live Build Diary app provide real-time visibility — daily progress updates, photographs, and inspection reports delivered straight to your phone. Each of the six core stages includes a documented quality inspection, ensuring every surface is proven, not assumed.
LUSTRA — A System with Flexibility Built In
Every restoration demands a tailored approach. The LUSTRA paint system adapts through three defined programmes — each built on the same disciplined foundation.
LUSTRA X represents the exceptional standard, achievable only from a bare-metal start.
LUSTRA S (Substrate) begins from existing paintwork, mirroring the full process from the high-build primer stage.
For complete control, LUSTRA B (Bespoke) allows selective refinement — adjusting elements such as polish time to deliver an OEM+ finish in roughly half the duration of a show finish.
Experience the Process of Exceptional
Every finish tells a story — of precision, patience, and process. At Auto RARA, the LUSTRA paint system defines how perfection is achieved, not imagined. From car paint restoration through to bespoke refinishing, every surface is built with discipline and verified quality.
Whether you choose LUSTRA X, S, or B, each represents a commitment to integrity and craftsmanship that endures long after the final polish.
Discover your finish. Experience the Process of Exceptional.
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