I've searched through the topics, and i sort of got a good idea on what i should get, but cause i have no experience, i'm wondering what would get the best results with my situation.
Recently i've noticed that there were a lot of "swirl scratches" on my black c230k, n i've been reading up on this forum that i should use sum polishes/swirl removers to get rid of em. Only problem is cause i've never used polish, i got no idea what to use .
I have a 10-12in orbital buffer with some crappy cotton pads, so i'm wondering what pads i should get for best results. I've been hearing a lot of good stuff about Zaino, so can you guys point me to what type of polishes/waxes i should get? I'm thinking of stopping by Pep boys, i hope they carry it, if not can you also point to a place that sells em?

Hi there.
I'm a sort of newbie myself, but I think your orbital buffer won't do much.
You should try investing in a Porter Cable random orbital buffer. You can get it at Lowes for less than a hundred dollars. Plus you'd need proper foam pads for swirl removal, polishing, etc. I have yet to try this on my c280, but I've tried it over my Civic, and it does make a difference. (I also have the craftsman buffer which didn't do much)
It depends on how badly you want those swirls taken off.
If you're keen into detailing, I suggest joining this site.
www.detailcity.com
Good luck in detailing your car. Post some pics if you get a chance to do it.

You might also want to try www.autopia.org. Great site used by a group of true detailing afficienados.

3M Perfect-It 3000 make some polishes that are very readily available (pep boys etc)

If I may offer some advice, black paintwork will show evry flaw and is very easily marred, I would suggest you get apro detailer in your area to prep your paint surface so that you can maintain it. I been a detailer since the 50's and trust me a black paint is not something you'd want to practice on
JonM

Autopia.org is an excellent detailing forum and they will help you with any detailing related questions

Thanks for the advice but i don't have too much money to put into a new buffer and stuff yet. But uhm what are some good buffing pads right now? And is Meguiar's Swirl Remover any good on them? I'm not looking to permenantly get rid of em, i know that takes some more work, but instead just cover em up. I think i'm gonna go with the Zaino Starter kit that of people are talking about

Check this thread out for information on different ways to deal with swirls. If you are thinking about covering up swirls, then zaino is a pretty good product.

https://mbworld.org/forums/detailing-automotive-care/105482-black-paint.html

Here's where you can buy your Zaino : http://www.zainostore.com

Invest in a Porter Cable buffer from Lowes for 99 bucks and some foam polishing/finishing pads and Menzerna Polishes IP and FPII from www.properautocare.com. Try the mildest polish first (FPII) with your buffer speed at 4.5, if that does not work step up to the IP then go back to FPII after all of the scratches and swirls are removed for your final polish. Then finish up with some zaino. You can put a coat of Z5 (swirl remover) followed by Z2 Pro and finish up with Z6 or Z8 for a SPECTACULAR finish. All you really need is one coat of Z2 or Z5 to blow away the competition but if you put multiple coats on it just keeps getting better, it is almost addicting.

Some good reading info here... www.zainostore.com

I agree, if you need to buy your product from a local store 3m is the way to go.