New guy from South Florida

[heetheem]

I just wanted to drop in and say hello. Oh, and a big thank you to all the contributors to this forum.

I realize this might not be the right sub forum for this question, so if you guys would please point me in the right direction, I'd greatly appreciate it. I figure for now it's probably best to start here:


I just purchased a new car (2014 Mazda 6) in silver. I have done a ton of researching on how to keep my paint looking new and I wanted some suggestions. This is what i have so far:

I don't have the time needed to properly clean and maintain my car, so my first option was to use a durable wax. This is what I came up with:
Meguiars Gold Class w/ wool mitt
Collinite IW
Meguiars MF towels

I realize that even with this.. I will need to spend some time cleaning my car. This was my second option in case I decide to become lazy:

Opti-Coat 2.0

I have access to my cousins garage, so I can probably let the car sit so the coating can cure properly. My issue that I am a completely newbie in the world of auto care. I will be applying opti-coat 2.0 by myself. Application seems to be pretty straightforward, so I guess I just wanted everyone's opinion.

Thanks in advance.

[custmsprty]

Congrats on the new car! It's a nice looking ride.
If durability is what you want, buy the Klasse twins, the AIO and the Sealant. It's what I use on my wifes DD. It will look great on silver too! It also holds up real well in our Florida heat. You can get both for about $35.00 from AGO.

Here's her white Altima yesterday during a heavy rain. Did it a month ago and still beading, buy the Sonus Acrylic Glanz detail spray to maintain. It's designed to work with the Klasse.

http://i1075.photobucket.com/albums/w421/custmsprty/altima1_zps48692c3b.jpg (http://s1075.photobucket.com/user/custmsprty/media/altima1_zps48692c3b.jpg.html)

[Pureshine]

Welcome to AGO :)

[af90]

Welcome!

[Evan.J]

Welcome to the forum!

[Ganiy]

Welcome to the forum. The choice of new car is perfect. I like this car very much. My congratulations to you!

[GS2011]

:welcome:

[Mike Phillips]

Welcome to AutogeekOnline! :welcome:


I'd recommend joining us this Thursday... this will likely be the last Thursday class for a while as I have coming up...

Detailing Boot Camp Class - Lots of prep work
My Classic Car TV Show - Lots of prep work
SEMA - Lots of prep work


Sign-up: 1966 Dodge Charger - Show Car Makeover (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/sign-up-project-cars-clinics/69826-sign-up-1966-dodge-charger-show-car-makeover.html)


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/2034/1966_Dodge_Charger_001.jpg


All the info you need is in the link above...

:)

[Chris@AutoCleanse]

Welcome to the GEEK.

[vet]

Welcome!

If you can make to Mike's class, do it!

[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

Welcome to AGO.

[heetheem]

That seems like an awesome class Mike. I've been reading up on your thread for a little while but I work a little bit too far from your shop to make it in time for the class. I'm in Hollywood, FL.. just north of Miami.

I definitely enjoy reading up on your posts. I searched a few threads where you mentioned Detailer's Paint Coating and I'm going to order that in a few days.

Thanks for the warm welcomes!