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Old Aug 28, 2015 | 03:06 PM
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Coat of protection?

So i've had the C250 for 1 week now and haven't as yet polished it or protected it with any wax ( to be fair I am rubbish at this as I have no idea where to start with any fancy polishing or cleaning of a car, normally I would just jet wash my previous cars)...

Should I be doing something to protect the coat at this early stage?

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Old Aug 28, 2015 | 03:30 PM
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I usually have a new car waxed pretty early on. What I don't use is a wax that is a cleaner wax as it usually contains an abrasive, which you don't need. Using a wax that is shown as good for clear coat finish is all you need. Meguiar's is usually what I use.

Something like this should be very safe on your car: http://www.meguiars.com/en/automotiv...us-liquid-wax/
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Old Aug 28, 2015 | 05:50 PM
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I second Meguiars, I use NXT. Fully synthetic. Easy to apply, easy to remove and doesn't stick to plastic. Great shine and very good durability.
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Old Aug 28, 2015 | 11:08 PM
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I use Meguiars Ultimate clay, polish, and liquid wax. Give even the Iridium Silver a very glossy shine!
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Old Aug 28, 2015 | 11:12 PM
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Wash (2 bucket method), clay then wash again. then use Sonax Net Polymer Shield.

Trust me. Its like a force field for water and debris.
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Old Aug 29, 2015 | 01:58 AM
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You could find a local Detailer and get your car professionally detailed a lot do ceramic coating to protect the paint. I'm sure if you do a local Google search you could find a good one, also have a look at detailingworld.co.uk you can get all the info you will ever need on the subject of car care.
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Old Sep 8, 2015 | 02:15 PM
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Thanks folks. Does detailing actually prevent stone chips to the bumper? I have got a couple of nasty ones since doing a lot of motorway mileage over the last few days
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Old Sep 8, 2015 | 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by CornishPasty
Thanks folks. Does detailing actually prevent stone chips to the bumper? I have got a couple of nasty ones since doing a lot of motorway mileage over the last few days
In a word No but a ceramic coating can help against swirls and minor blemishes it can also make keeping it clean easier.
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Old Sep 8, 2015 | 03:42 PM
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CornishPasty. If you want to protect from stone chips, you might consider paint protection film. There's a separate thread on it at https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...tion-film.html.
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