How to take care of paint that looks good and only 2 to 3 Years old

[wantboost]

For newer cars, should I still,clay, polish and wax ??
Or
Just use a all In one??
Or
Can I just clay and or polish and wax?

[Eldorado2k]

For newer cars, should I still,clay, polish and wax ??
Or
Just use a all In one??
Or
Can I just clay and or polish and wax?

I guess it depends on what your standards are, but me personally, I can't stand it when paint "looks good" but once you get up close and personal it's rough as heck... It doesn't matter if your car's new or old, looks good or whatever, the way to find out whether or not you should clay is to perform a baggie test.

Even paint that looks good can be in serious need of claying.

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IMO that's step #1 and shouldn't be overlooked. From there, waterless wash, rinseless wash, towel drying, quik detailing, polishing, and everything else you can think of becomes a pleasurable experience vs. trying to do the same on rough contaminated paint.

[Trip]

There are lots of links on here for new cars etc. No matter how new the car is there is lots of paint contamination
Clay Bar, Iron X , and then followed by correction then protection .



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[Mike Phillips]

For newer cars, should I still,clay, polish and wax ??
Or
Just use a all In one??
Or
Can I just clay and or polish and wax?


All of the above will work.


What is it you're working on?

What color is it?

What are you trying to accomplish?


The fastest and most simple approach is to,

Wash
Clay
Use a one-step cleaner wax

Stick a fork in it and call it done.


:)

[Desertnate]

The only additional comment I'd add would be based on your location.

If you live somewhere warm I'd do the routine Mike mentioned, but maybe augment the AIO with a good spray wax every 3~4 weeks. AIO's never last that long for me. Should you find yourself in a climate that sees winters I'd go with a polish and a durable LSP that can last you through the months when you can't give your vehicle a proper bath or waxing.

[wantboost]

All of the above will work.


What is it you're working on?

What color is it?

What are you trying to accomplish?


The fastest and most simple approach is to,

Wash
Clay
Use a one-step cleaner wax

Stick a fork in it and call it done.


:)
I bought
Menzerna One-Step Polish 3IN1 , thats what u mean !?
The car is grey , I just want to shine it up abit maybe get out some slight swirls and protect it ....

If i go the non AIO what lsp do u guys recommend for winter

[Desertnate]

Just about any of the reputable sealants here on AG should be able to get you through about 6 months of winter. My vote is for Collinite 845 since I have first hand experience with it. If you do go with 845, be sure to look up the huge thread here for tips on how to apply it.

[Mike Phillips]

I bought
Menzerna One-Step Polish 3IN1 , thats what u mean !?



Yes.

That's actually a really good cleaner/wax. For some reason I forget about it.

It's perfect for what you want to do.

For a winter wax? That will work with the cleaner/wax?

Keep it in the family and go with Power Lock


:)

[Powerwheels]

What's LSP, sorry newb.

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[Mantilgh]

LSP = Last Step Product - wax, sealant etc.