New Car... Steps to Take

[imported_plazaman]

I have a new car on the way, its a dark blue metallic.



Im trying to decide what steps/process i`ll use.



Im thinking the following:



Wash ( have to decide on soap )

Clay ( any )

Wash

Wax ( NXT or Souveran or something that brings out the blue, )





Applied with Hand







At this point, the car is still in production. Im pretty sure the condition of the paint will be excellent by the time i receive it.



Do i have to polish/seal? necessary on a brand new car? or can i just use the steps above for now? and maybe later when needed i can do the polish/glaze step





Thanks

[Soarer V]

At this point, the car is still in production. Im pretty sure the condition of the paint will be excellent by the time i receive it.



Will you instruct the dealer NOT to detail your car? Most Autopian`s would not allow the dealer to detail their cars.

Yes, evaluate the paint conditon and this will answer what steps you need to take.



Others will chime in, in the mean time click on the Learn sign above, this will give you a solid foundation.:up

[imported_plazaman]

maybe i should ask the dealer not to prep that car.

[imported_imolamystique]

Start right from the beginning. Dont let the dealer prep it. When you get it home you can clay if necessary (wont hurt if you do), Polish, Seal, Carnuba. Try the Klasse Twins (x3) topped with Souvern or TS.



oh, and congrats on your forthcoming new car. :)

[imported_plazaman]

im trying to achieve a shine below

[imported_plazaman]

Originally posted by imolamystique

Start right from the beginning. Dont let the dealer prep it. When you get it home you can clay if necessary (wont hurt if you do), Polish, Seal, Carnuba. Try the Klasse Twins (x3) topped with Souvern or TS.



oh, and congrats on your forthcoming new car. :)



i can do all this by hand right?



i wouldnt even consider machine right now, especially on a new car

[Thomas Dekany]

Originally posted by plazaman

im trying to achieve a shine below



Would this be close enough?



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v215/tdekany/2005/tn_120_2034.jpg

[imported_imolamystique]

Originally posted by plazaman

i can do all this by hand right?



i wouldnt even consider machine right now, especially on a new car



Your paint should be swirl and scratch free if you dont let the dealer prep it. So yes, you can do this by hand.

[imported_plazaman]

Originally posted by tdekany

Would this be close enough?



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v215/tdekany/2005/tn_120_2034.jpg



Yes! Very Nice.



What steps/products did you use?



Also, what would best describe that finish? im trying to learn about the different types of finishes. would that be considered depth? glossy? reflective?

[Tasty]

What you got backin` up those rear wheels?

[Thomas Dekany]

Originally posted by Tasty

What you got backin` up those rear wheels?



They are off of my car for now. What were you trying to ask?:confused:



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v215/tdekany/2005/tn_120_2064.jpg

[Thomas Dekany]

Originally posted by plazaman

Yes! Very Nice.



What steps/products did you use?



Also, what would best describe that finish? im trying to learn about the different types of finishes. would that be considered depth? glossy? reflective?



steps:



wash

clay

ip

pwc

fk1 #2180

fk1 pink wax x 3

[imported_plazaman]

what about this



http://autopia.org/kb/index.php?page=index_v2&id=26&c=16



Proven success ?

[Thomas Dekany]

Originally posted by plazaman

what about this



http://autopia.org/kb/index.php?page=index_v2&id=26&c=16



Proven success ?



sounds good to me.

[01bluecls]

Here is a pic of my Aegean Blue Pearl CL-S



Process:

Wash

Clay

Menzerna Ip

Menzerna FPII

Klasse AIO

Zaino Z5 x 2

Zaino Z2 x 1



Pic is from last summer:



http://autopia.org/gallery/data/500/17191025_25.jpg



Since your car is new I would



Wash, clay, Klasse AIO, then your choice of sealant or wax. You may even be able to skip AIO.