I don't know if there would be any "benefit". I'd be more concerned if it would compromise the wax. Personally I don't think it would hurt (at least not enough to notice).
Using an LSP and...
I was a dummy once and chose the Griot's system because it was dummy proof. For me, it was a great introduction to machine polishing and I would recommend it to anyone starting out. It gets the job...
I notice you have polishing afterwards as "optional". I'd think it would almost be mandatory. This has to mar more than Speedy towel which mars more than clay.
I never park under a tree. Bird poop is instant damage. Sun damage takes time. Luckily I have a parking garage with large spaces where I work and a garage at home.
#3 is a finish polish so it's designed to be the last step before you wax or seal. If you're using their orange pad, it doesn't have much cut so don't worry about that either.
#4 is very mild.
Griot's has 6 inch glass pads for the stock backing plate available from AG. I've used them with the Griot's Glass Polish on a few cars. Works pretty good on water spots. Don't expect much else...
I was a noobie once and had never thought I'd be able to buff my own vehicles using power tool for the same reasons you are saying. The difference between a "pro" and doing it yourself is that a...
When are you going to get the car? I was talking about it with a friend at lunch yesterday and we were both excited about it coming out. I hear it's going to be a hot hatch game changer. If it is...
Open both of the front doors, spread a beach towel across the windshield, tuck the ends of the beach towel into the vehicle, and close the doors to keep the towel in place. In the morning remove the...