Meguiars: difference between Polymer sealant and Medalion Premium car wax

Ng Luder · 10-12-01, 06:57

just wanted to see what is really the difference between these two products. ive heard both last a long time like synthetic waxes. much longer than the good ol Gold CLass wax. but is that polymere sealant also a wax? because it seems to also "protect" like a wax. but im getting the idea its only used for protection and not shine?

so if i were to choose one of these two in terms of using it as a wax that gives good shine and durability, which is better?

BW · 10-12-01, 07:00

Both products are polymers, whereas the Medallion doesn't have any cleaners. This means you will need to prep the paint with the preferred Medallion cleaner or some other surface-prep.

I have also heard the Medallion lasts longer, and has the newer technology that doesn't cloud German paints.

I would get the Medallion if you don't mind prepping. Of course, there is always Klasse or Zaino or Blackfire or Pinnacle...

carguy · 10-12-01, 07:19

There are trade-offs between ultimate gloss and ultimate longevity. I really like the Gold Class - it is a polymer-based product. It is NOT the best for longevity but is absolutely the best for gloss. (It is equally as shiny as Zaino and a lot less $$) And it certainly survives several washes. If you try it, be sure to let it dry at least an hour before buffing.

Scottwax · 10-12-01, 11:00

Both Medallion and Polymer #20 are pretty good, but #20 leaves some residue behind, but I think the shine is the same and it does have a light cleaner (similar to Swirl Remover). Either one is fine and both last longer than Gold Class or High Tech Yellow (which, in my opinion, has the best shine).

Example:

BW · 10-12-01, 11:03

Wow! That's such a good reflection on the Porsche car guy! Shiny, but not too "hard" looking.

Don2000g · 10-16-01, 05:02

I've used both of these products quite a bit. And though they are certainly fine, they really don't give the shine that I like. I'm sure you already know this but one of the things that I do like about the Medallion product is that it doesn't attract as much dust as other products. I can certainly vouch for this claim. Laters

waxman · 10-17-01, 04:54

In my opinion and others have posted that the Gold Class doesn't last longer than a week. It seems like it is full of oils that give it that great shine that just wash away when it rains. It is a great product for someone who does not like to detail and wants a cleaner wax that is easy to rub on and off and gives good results.