Black Wow - Test/Review

**kapinnn** · 08-12-2007, 12:35 PM

Here is a little test I am doing with Black Wow. Just wanted to show some pics to you guys. This is after 1 coat of black Wow. The trim had never been dressed properly in the 3 years the current owner has had the car. Can`t speak for the previous owner. This is a 1994 Mustang Cobra.

Only half of the trim is dressed on the 2nd pic. Close to the sprinkler.

I`m going back to finish polishing this car in the next few days and will take pics after washing and after applying a 2nd coat of black wow. I`ll also try to return and take a pic of it in a couple of weeks.

About the product:

It`s very easy to apply and a drop goes a long way. I did that whole trim under the wipers with 3 tiny drops.

It`s a little greasy and it can make a little mess. I just had to wipe the paint and glass as it touched it slightly. I used IPA and it came off instantly...

It smells great! Cotton Candy?

**Dragonfly** · 08-12-2007, 01:27 PM

Looks great! I have a bottle due to ship on or about 8/20 which will be used first on my `95 Mustang GT. Keep us advised on the durability.

**danforz** · 08-12-2007, 03:57 PM

Yea thats spectacular. Could you do a day after pic? I`ve noticed a lot of trim products loose that oily shiny look after a day. Also, do tell on overall durability

**BlackElantraGT** · 08-12-2007, 04:56 PM

That looks great. I`m interested in seeing how long it lasts too.

The more trim products I try though, the more I start to think that it`s all kind of hit or miss just like tire dressing. I don`t think it`s because the product isn`t working, but rather because some rubber works better with certain formulations than others and vice versa.

**kapinnn** · 08-12-2007, 06:52 PM

I cleaned the trim extensively with IPA before applying it too. A lot of black stuff came off.

I can`t take a day after pic but I can do one next weekend. I`m expecting it to loose some shine, which is fine with me as i prefer matte. I`ll wash the car and apply a second coat. I`ll try to take a pic a month after then...

**DTailN** · 08-12-2007, 07:01 PM

Thanks for the review. Did you clean the trim with straight IPA or a 50/50 mix? Looks like a good product.

**kapinnn** · 08-12-2007, 09:11 PM

50/50 mix. The IPA i used for the mix was 97%.

**sxt2012** · 08-13-2007, 08:30 AM

i hve blk wow on trim and i think it works great.applied 1 month ago and still shows luster.i`m in phoenix and it`s hot,114 yesterday.i`m keeping track on how long it is till i need to do again.

**Berniemtl** · 08-14-2007, 07:46 PM

Thanks for the great review...sounds like a product I must try.

2 Questions...what is IPA, and where can you get "Black Wow"?

Thanks

**moosey** · 08-14-2007, 08:01 PM

Originally Posted by Berniemtl

Thanks for the great review...sounds like a product I must try.

2 Questions...what is IPA, and where can you get "Black Wow"?

Thanks

isopropyl alcohol and showcardetailing.com

**sxt2012** · 08-14-2007, 10:39 PM

put in black wow on browser and it should take you there.no clue what ipa is.

**Berniemtl** · 08-15-2007, 08:07 AM

Wouldnt the IPA dry out the trim over the long term?

You use it at a 50% water / 50% IPA mix ?

Tks

**Crusader101** · 08-15-2007, 09:03 AM

IPA = isopropyl alcohol

**imported_smprince1** · 08-15-2007, 10:09 AM

The look in the photo and description resemble PB`s TR .... in your opinion how do they compare?

**csimian** · 08-15-2007, 10:40 AM

I currently use this and I wonder how it compares to Ultima`s Tire & Trim Guard... I love Black Wow though. But you have to be very careful not to get it on your paint, its a PITA to remove.