New Car Paint

[elaval]

I have a new 2011 VW CC Sport.What would be best to use on a new car finish. I purchased a bottle of Meguiare's Ultimate Quik Wax , but havn't used it yet.
Would there be a first step or prep product to go with before using UQW ? It does need a good washing before I can do anything else.
Thanks for your advice.

Elaval

[mis3]

Re: New Car Paint

UQW is used only for after a car wash, between waxes.

If you have time (6-7 hours), do the full 5-step, ie: Wash-Clay-Clean-Polish-Wax. Otherwise, do a wash then apply NXT-V2.

We usually apply 2 layers of waxes; 1st layer, wait at least 12 hours, then the 2nd layer.

[akimel]

Re: New Car Paint

It is certainly okay for you to apply UQW the next time you wash your car; but it will not give you the kind of durability and protection that you would get from an ordinary wax/sealant. You would be better off, I think, to first apply NXT or Ultimate Wax and to then maintain the protection with regular applications of UQW.

If this were my car, I would:

1) Give the car a good wash

2) Clay the paint

3) Apply two coats of my favorite wax/sealant.

I would then apply UQW whenever I thought the finish needed a gloss boost.

[elaval]

Re: New Car Paint

I've never done a clay job before. Could I do any damage to the finish with claying or can I skip this step . I just would like to get a good layer of protection on the finish and of course have a beautiful shine .
The color of my car is Light Metallic Brown.Very nice and very different.

Elaval

[akimel]

Re: New Car Paint

Elavil, of course you may skip the claying and go directly to wax. But don't be scared of claying your car. It will safely clean the surface of contaminants and dirt. Check out this video:

[mis3]

Re: New Car Paint

The clay step will take about 30-60 minutes. It's not difficult, just slide the clay bar back-and-forth. This provides a smooth surface and good preparation to the later wax step. Well worth the time.

Like Akime said, CLAY-WAX...

[BillyJack]

Re: New Car Paint

Do a thorough inspection of your car's finish first. Unfortunately, just because it's new doesn't necessarily mean it's perfect. I've been in the new car business for over 30 years and the normal new car get-ready is just a wash and quick wax, unless there are any very obvious defects. Assess the paint just like any other car, old or new. It's likely you will have some contaminants on the finish, so I would automatically do a good prep first with a mild clay. Industrial fallout as well as rail dust and road garbage from transportation to the dealer are very likely. Inspect for any areas that need correction, such as minor scratches, swirls or hazing, and attack them first with the appropriate product. Once you're satisfied, you can then wax to your heart's content.
In the "BC" days (before clay) it was always helpful to do the first few treatments on a new car with either a polish or cleaner wax to help clean and smooth the paint, but it's not nearly as necessary today.

Bill