by David W. Bynon. Copyright(c), 1999-2008

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I wrote this car detailing guide because it gives me a chance to play in the garage and call it work. It also gives me a small opportunity to share my 32-plus years of automobile detailing experience with a few friends. At the end of the day, helping other people enjoy their cars and motorcycles is what motivates me to put these few words to paper.

by David W. Bynon. Copyright(c), 1999-2008

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The term car detailing has a lot of different meanings. To some, detailing their automobile means having it washed, vacuumed and waxed. To others, it's a full cleaning and protection service, including having the interior shampooed and the engine steam cleaned. To the car enthusiasts here at Autopia, a fully detailed car is a work of art to be displayed. Every little detail is restore to perfection.

by David W. Bynon. Copyright(c), 1999-2008

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For the most part, you can adequately clean and detail your car with just a few chemicals. Yet, there is a seemingly endless variety of car care products available, each with its own little twist. In this chapter, I will explain the basics of car detailing chemicals so you can make better decisions about the products you choose.

David W. Bynon, Copyright(c), 1999-2008

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As a car enthusiast, I would allow very few “retail" car detailing tools in my car, let alone put them to work detailing it. Choose your automotive detailing tools wisely. A poorly made or cheap tool can cause more damage than it does good.

David W. Bynon, Copyright(c), 1999-2008

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Throughout Guide to Detailing I talk about and recommend microfiber detailing towels, applicators and buffing towels for detailing your car. They are an essential detailing supply for all car enthusiasts. While microfiber detailing products have been in existence for more than a decade, fewer than twenty percent of all car owners use microfiber towels, applicators and polishing products to care for their automobile.

In this chapter, you will learn about the benefits of microfiber detailing tools.

David W. Bynon, Copyright(c), 1999-2008

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If there is a single maintenance activity that offers the biggest benefit to your car's appearance, it's keeping your car clean through regular washing. Washing is the process of removing loose dirt and road film from your automobile's exterior surfaces. In this chapter you'll learn the proper way to wash your car without creating swirl marks and other damage.

David W. Bynon, Copyright(c), 1999-2008

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Regular vacuuming and dusting of your car's interior is the best way to keep it looking good. However, surface cleaning alone is not enough. Two to three times a year you will need to detail the upholstery and carpet to keep it looking its best. This chapter shows you how.