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So I applied M16 MIRROR GLAZE Professional Paste Wax to my black 2008 Honda Civic coupe for the first time today. This is the first time I've ever applied M16 to any car and it's also the first time I've used a paste on this Civic. Here are my first thoughts:
In conclusion, I liked the actual application process of M16 better. It was a simple twist of the pad in the tin, it went on super easily, and then it was ready for removal in about 5 mins. This made the application process feel like a breeze. However, I have not yet determined whether or not I like the actual results of the wax. As I wrote above, I like the initial look of NXT but my actual overall rating of the wax will depend on the durability and subsequent appearance as well. I will report back soon!
- First look: I do like the initial look of NXT Tech Wax 2.0 better. NXT seems to "clean up" the paint a bit more and therefore gives a greater sense of "depth." I do, however, know that M16 is what's called a pure wax: It is just that - purely wax. NXT is a synthetic wax that actually contains other polishing and cleaning agents. This tiny cleaning ability of NXT is what I believe has me liking it's initial apperance better. I'm still curious to see who wins in the durability department though!
- Ease of application: To my surprise, M16 was much easier for me to apply. Granted, I applied it by hand vs. my usual DA application of NXT but it went on like butter and it even wasn't THAT hard to remove. In felt like I had to toil a lot less applying M16 by hand than NXT by DA, although my hand application may not technically be as effective. Keep in mind that I also applied it correctly: like a lactose intolerant applying butter on a piece of toast; VERY thin!
- Ease of removal: As I said above, I found M16 wipe-off to be a lot easier than what people act like. In fact, many times I got M16 on some of my rubber/plastic trim and I was easily able to get it off since I was applying a thin layer.
- Durability: I can't yet comment, it has been less than a day. The good news is that it rained today (only a detailer would say this, yes?!?!!?) so I can get a first glance at the beading action and how it holds up against the rain. In fact, my neighbors were freaking out wondering why I was washing and waxing earlier until I finally told them I was trying a new wax. I'm sure some of you guys can relate!
In conclusion, I liked the actual application process of M16 better. It was a simple twist of the pad in the tin, it went on super easily, and then it was ready for removal in about 5 mins. This made the application process feel like a breeze. However, I have not yet determined whether or not I like the actual results of the wax. As I wrote above, I like the initial look of NXT but my actual overall rating of the wax will depend on the durability and subsequent appearance as well. I will report back soon!
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