Detailing suggestions for 2008 Alpine White M3

[blackrex]

Other than the wife`s sandstone truck, have always owned dark colored cars. I picked up an 08 Alpine White M3, in January and becauser of the weather couldn`t get a full detail in, just a coat of P21 topped with ocw. Any suggestions for products for the paint using a pc. I was thinking poorboys ex-p, and starting with 105/205. All suggestions appreciated.

[gmblack3]

A good claying of the paint is always in order on white as every little spec will show otherwise. Have you considered using some Collinite 476 as a LSP? Its very long lasting. 105/205 is my favorite combo for polishing paint.

[blackrex]

Not overly concerned with longevity of the LSP, just looking for an LSP that will give the white a wet like look.

[imported_Devilsown]

I think the majority of the folk here will say use a sealant for light color cars its gives them a very nice liquid look. Recently I`ve been using zanio Z2 and it looks great AND lasts. As it it a M3 and I have a uncontrollable soft spot for bimmers, I would use a German product on German paint. I have used and LOVE 1Z Glanz Wax it also look great and lasts a while. As a "booster" about once a week to keep my two silver cars looking their best I hit them with Optimum Car Wax. I also use Menz 106ff/fa, with 85rd for jeweling.

[dnadrifter]

off topic...but if you end up getting some 1Z Glanz, try out their 1Z Cockpit for the interior. Really like this product. Nice satin finish and mild but cleans well.



I have glanz on my E46 M3 as well and have been experimenting with 1Z spray wax, DG AW, and OCW.



I have only done a very small part with OCW....but really liked it. (silver grey metallic)

[DM101]

I would clay it first. During shipment I bet it got some nice rail dust and highway dust on it. Then your polish 105/205 then I think Blackfire Wet Diamond BFWD would look awesome. Good detailing.

[blackrex]

Thanks for the suggestions. Hopefully get to it this weekend or next and will post pics, when done. On another note, if you get a chance to drive an 08 or newer M3 its a must do, as a long time and current Porsche owner, I`m blown away by the M3.

[bdspler]

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