Carpro Perl - 1st use, quik review

[Eldorado2k]

I was fortunate enough to be given a generous sample of Carpro Perl to try out by 1 of our fellow Autogeeks. A true nice guy and gentleman, so much so that he prefers to not be mentioned by name, but he knows who he is, and I can't thank him enough for the pleasure it was to exchange products and chat in person.

Onto the quik review and to find out what the big fuss could be with this water based silicon oxide coat for multi surface use.



PERL Coat Plastic & Rubber Protectant, vinyl and rubber dressing, interior protectant

I diluted it 1:1 with distilled water and took it straight to freshly cleaned and dried tires.



1st I tried using a foam applicator, initial thoughts were "wow this sure is watery" thin consistency, too thin..



I didn't like my 1st feel with it...





So I switched to a more familiar applicator: my trusty tire dressing brush, but 1st I had to wipe it clean with a dry paper towel to prevent cross contamination of my review.



Once I had the proper applicator things began looking and feeling much better.



Just look at the difference in the area inside the wheel well where I sprayed product vs. where I missed. Night & day.



It dries fast. And I must say, it looks pretty darn good.



Doesn't feel greasy once it dries, smell isn't quite as good as Hyper Dressing, but certainly not offensive, more of a strict chemical smell, but seems proper.

Claims to last up to 3 months and I figure @ 1:1 it should see at least half that? If so it could be worth the hype. So far I think I like it.
Thx for reading.


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[UTdetailing]

Good review. I have not tried PERL as an exterior option, however it has become my new favorite interior diluted about 1:5. Please let us know how it holds up as a tire dressing.

[AZpolisher15]

It looks VERY similar to DG 253 on the tires.

[Tasmania]

Has anybody tried Angelwax Elixir.

[Helltopay]

Nice review. I have used it undiluted for black exterior trim and found that 3 months was just about right. I see it even got your cat's approval.


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[Eldorado2k]

Nice review. I have used it undiluted for black exterior trim and found that 3 months was just about right. I see it even got your cat's approval.


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The cat's in the way of the camera more than you know. Lol.






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[GSKR]

I was fortunate enough to be given a generous sample of Carpro Perl to try out by 1 of our fellow Autogeeks. A true nice guy and gentleman, so much so that he prefers to not be mentioned by name, but he knows who he is, and I can't thank him enough for the pleasure it was to exchange products and chat in person.

Onto the quik review and to find out what the big fuss could be with this water based silicon oxide coat for multi surface use.



PERL Coat Plastic & Rubber Protectant, vinyl and rubber dressing, interior protectant

I diluted it 1:1 with distilled water and took it straight to freshly cleaned and dried tires.



1st I tried using a foam applicator, initial thoughts were "wow this sure is watery" thin consistency, too thin..



I didn't like my 1st feel with it...





So I switched to a more familiar applicator: my trusty tire dressing brush, but 1st I had to wipe it clean with a dry paper towel to prevent cross contamination of my review.



Once I had the proper applicator things began looking and feeling much better.



Just look at the difference in the area inside the wheel well where I sprayed product vs. where I missed. Night & day.



It dries fast. And I must say, it looks pretty darn good.



Doesn't feel greasy once it dries, smell isn't quite as good as Hyper Dressing, but certainly not offensive, more of a strict chemical smell, but seems proper.

Claims to last up to 3 months and I figure @ 1:1 it should see at least half that? If so it could be worth the hype. So far I think I like it.
Thx for reading.


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You won't get anywhere near 3 months with perl.you would be lucky if you get a week or some rain.

[GSKR]

Good product but not what it claims in durability.

[dcjredline]

I use it strictly for interiors. Makes black interiors look awesome!

[Whitewater25]

While it may not be as durable as others,you won't get that discoloration some other products more might leave. It goes on so easily it's not a big deal to throw a quick refresher coat on. I am using the lake country round applicator for it. Just put it in a ziplock bag between uses rather than wash it after every use.Being water based,rain is not its friend. I have seen zero sling once it is dry,even with 2 coats. I still have it at the top of my list of favorites.