New vehicle in the works!

[POPPAJ]

I'm getting down to the short strokes in purchasing a 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT in Jet Black Metallic. This will be only my second new vehicle in my 62 years on this planet and I'm as excited as a high-schooler!

Based on the assumptions that the paint will only have very minor scratches I am planning to do a glase with my Flex, sealant(109)and wax.

This will be my first black in a looong time, but I just cuoldn't resist after seeing some of the miracles that the forum members have performed!

YOUR IDEAS, THOUGHTS, INPUT PLEASE!!

[makdaddy626]

Congratulations on the new car!!! Black is the best and worst color there is It shows dirt and swirls and dings quicker and more clearly than any other color but when it's clean....

If you enjoy detailing it's great, if, on the other hand, you don't enjoy the process, but just want a clean looking car, black sucks...

[POPPAJ]

Originally Posted by makdaddy626

Congratulations on the new car!!! Black is the best and worst color there is It shows dirt and swirls and dings quicker and more clearly than any other color but when it's clean....

If you enjoy detailing it's great, if, on the other hand, you don't enjoy the process, but just want a clean looking car, black sucks...

I am well aware of the problems with black, especially on a 30,000+ miles per year daily driver. I wash/mini detail 3-4 times per week. As to black specifically, I will live for the 20-30 minutes that it looks near perfect!

[TOGWT]

Originally Posted by POPPAJ

I'm getting down to the short strokes in purchasing a 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT in Jet Black Metallic. This will be only my second new vehicle in my 62 years on this planet and I'm as excited as a high-schooler!

Based on the assumptions that the paint will only have very minor scratches I am planning to do a glase with my Flex, sealant(109)and wax.

This will be my first black in a looong time, but I just cuoldn't resist after seeing some of the miracles that the forum members have performed!

YOUR IDEAS, THOUGHTS, INPUT PLEASE!!

I'm not sure who to attribute this to - "Black paint isn't a colour, its a part-time job"

[makdaddy626]

Originally Posted by POPPAJ

I am well aware of the problems with black, especially on a 30,000+ miles per year daily driver. I wash/mini detail 3-4 times per week. As to black specifically, I will live for the 20-30 minutes that it looks near perfect!

Couldn't agree more! Can't wait to see pics of the new car all shined up.

[POPPAJ]

Any suggestions on prep and LSP for my new baby?

[makdaddy626]

Prep... Menz Nano or PO85RD w/gray pad and Flex (just guessing since we don't really know the condition).

LSP... Is so much a matter of personal taste and budget. Souveran paste looks great on black (yes, even black metalic - like my truck), but lacks longevity and isn't slick enough for me during polin season. For now, with the heavy pollen, I'm sticking with a sealant with no wax topper, probably DG 601 + 105 but maybe WG DGPS, just can't decide.

[dengood1]

Originally Posted by TOGWT

I'm not sure who to attribute this to - "Black paint isn't a colour, its a part-time job"

haha......never heard that before as a quote.........too funny! And true!! Did you put that in your book?

[POPPAJ]

Jeez guys, ease up on the not so nice comments on black, I'm sensitive.

I'm looking for some positive reinforcement and helpful advice.

[killrflake]

I don't think the folks are bashing black paint, and think most of us will agree it is the most beautiful color when properly detailed. It just sooo hard to keep it looking it's best all the time, but is very rewarding when it is.