2018 Honda Civic — ceramic coating is glossy but paint still got light swirls

Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2018 Honda Civic owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. Just my two cents from doing this recently. This is the version I'd tell a friend.

Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2018 Honda Civic, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Learned this the expensive way on a previous car. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.