A bit confused

[Stevie]

I cleaned the 182 the other day except when finished washing it 3 times with turtle wax and wash it didn't seem as shinny as previous washes - the car has never needed a proper wax. I'm trying to find out if this is maybe because the car is losing some of it's "newness" :S

I've also tried Halfords wash and wax equilivant and got even better results than the turtle stuff. Does anyone recommend a certain type?

 

[Gweebs]

When I got mine a couple of weeks ago, they were supposed to put paint protector, aka SUPAGARD, on but didn't. Went back a week ago, they did it, now it's like glass. :clap:

If not too much hassle, maybe you should consider this or Diamondbrite.

http://www.clean-image.co.uk/paintsealant/supagard.htm

 

[Ad]

have a look in the detailing forum mate.

Although all the different products in there still confuses me!!

 

[Rich]

As time go's on the shine will dimish. Will need polish to restore the shine, and a wax/sealant to seal in the shine and protect the paint.

 

[stokedRich]

good shout Adtmits - I had a look on there yesterday loads of detailing/valeting info, r-jay is yer man

 

[Stevie]

Thanks guys I'll check them out. My car was like glass just the other week too!

Plus, I need to touch up some chips on the bonnet :dapprove:

 

[Rich]

You brought the high maintence colour, but its the one that looks the best when clean!

 

[DebV6]

Can you get the Supaguard/Diomondbrite done even if the cars not brand new? I was going to have it when I first got my car, but then when i had my bumper sprayed I had to cancel. I never re-booked because I thought the car had to be brand new?

 

[Rich]

You can, but I really wouldnt waste your money Deb.

 

[chriscl]

r-jay's absolutely right - my 182 is now seven months old, and when new it had the "Supaguard" applied, and it was literally like looking at glass when clean.

I've noticed since the onset of Winter the overall 'shine' has faded a little, however, some decent polish, and sealing wax, will restore its beauty!

Black Gold is the hardest to keep clean, but (IMHO) looks the best when 'buffed up'!

 

[DebV6]

Ok thanks, I won't bother then!

 

[Rich]

The man speaks the truth 100-300 quid for Supergard or 20 quid for some Autoglym Super Resin and Extra Gloss

 

[Stevie]

You brought the high maintence colour, but its the one that looks the best when clean!

And the worst when dirty

 

[Rich]

I am glad didnt bother when the dealer tried to sell it me and just spent some money on the Autogylm!

 

[Rich]

And the worst when dirty

Yeah I try to forget that!

 

[Stevie]

Very nice pics, I was told mine is Perl Black however is there a way to check? It seems to glitter in the Sun.

 

[chriscl]

Sounds like Black-Gold TBH; the 'glitter' effect comes from the "Gold" bits!

 

[Rich]

Black Gold, looks gold in the sun, plus there will be a paint code on the door sticker. 267 for Black gold. 182's only came in Black Gold, 172's Pearl Black.

 

[Stevie]

Yeay!

 

[stokedRich]

The man speaks the truth 100-300 quid for Supergard or 20 quid for some Autoglym Super Resin and Extra Gloss

Bloody Hell r-jay you could of cleaned it before you took this photo! LOL :rasp:


Fair play - that is proper detailing/finishingm8 - nice job :star:

 

[DebV6]

Some very shiney cars here!

 

[Rich]

Bloody Hell r-jay you could of cleaned it before you took this photo! LOL :rasp:


Fair play - that is proper detailing/finishingm8 - nice job :star:

I will try harder

Cheers

 

[polarbert]

the last time i cleaned mine, before you know what...

 

[EVOgone]

LOL - im going to sneak round your house and put some DS3000 pads in ..... would love to see the look on your face when you try and clean it...!

Also whats the score with your front tyres the knobles are still on the side walls......! Has it every seen a day of abuse..?

 

[Rich]

Seen some abuse just not very many miles on the clock! No track days though - best yet is a few runs up Prescott Hill.

 

[Lagerlout]

Winter is not the time for scrubbing you sidewall nobbles off lol. I've been trying and have nearly ended up in a hedge. lol.

Good job the Clio always gives you a warning and a second chance!!