First wax on new car

[mkm492]

Just bought a 2011 Wicked White EVO GSR. I keep it in a garage, but will drive it daily and leave it at airport (Covered.) I have used NXT on other cars and love it, but just got some Ultimate Liquid Wax, cause I recon its newer tech. I'm not a detailer and don't have time to spend hours every week detailing. Any suggestions on prep, better choices for first wax, or any other tips? Thanks

[Carolina08]

Re: First wax on new car

I think that's a really good wax choice, I've used it on several vehicles including my own and I've had nothing but success. It goes on pretty fast, and comes off very easily!

[AllenB]

Re: First wax on new car

I would clay the car to smooth out the paint then coat it with the Ultimate Wax you have. The smooth surface helps the wax last longer and makes it easier to clean the car later.

[Murr1525]

Re: First wax on new car

I would tend to:

1. Wash
2. Clay
3. Cleaner/Wax of ColorX
4. Wax - Ult. Wax

That will last quite a while if you wash regularly and use Ultimate Quick Wax after washing.

[wifpd4]

Re: First wax on new car

I agree wholeheartedly with all three of the previous posts. I've had good experiences with Ultimate Wax (liquid). Have not used paste.

[mkm492]

Re: First wax on new car

Thanks for all the replies. I never thought to clay bar. I've used that on old cars, but didn't think I'd need it on a new car. What is color x? (I'll look it up, but it sounded like something to restore old paint.)

[Murr1525]

Re: First wax on new car

ColorX is a cleaner/wax, just a bit stronger than the red bottled Cleaner/Wax... not a bad thing for a daily driver.