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Time to think about first wash - local target has meguiar's gold car wash and a a "Drying chamois, 4 ft" - im thinking soap is soap but should i look for something special on the chamois (good reviews on the soap - of course no reviews on the chamois)
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
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From: King George County, VA USA
2017 GLC 300 4matic, 2021 BMW R1200GS
Time to think about first wash - local target has meguiar's gold car wash and a a "Drying chamois, 4 ft" - im thinking soap is soap but should i look for something special on the chamois (good reviews on the soap - of course no reviews on the chamois)
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
It's just a car. You're overthinking.
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2017 C43 AMG Saloon
Time to think about first wash - local target has meguiar's gold car wash and a a "Drying chamois, 4 ft" - im thinking soap is soap but should i look for something special on the chamois (good reviews on the soap - of course no reviews on the chamois)
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
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I don't even use automatic washes on my old w204. Paint is MINT.
I say:
Buy 2 buckets with gritguards.
Buy a microfibre wash-mitt (meguiars is awesome Imo)
Get some good soap (If your car has coating, ask the detailer what products to use.)
Buy a decent degreaser and GO!
I say:
Buy 2 buckets with gritguards.
Buy a microfibre wash-mitt (meguiars is awesome Imo)
Get some good soap (If your car has coating, ask the detailer what products to use.)
Buy a decent degreaser and GO!
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2017 GLC 300 [Cardinal/Espresso]
Time to think about first wash - local target has meguiar's gold car wash and a a "Drying chamois, 4 ft" - im thinking soap is soap but should i look for something special on the chamois (good reviews on the soap - of course no reviews on the chamois)
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
also they have a microfiber chenille wash mitt - if microfiber ok to use?
sorry for so many questions, thanks in advance
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My dealer offers free wash also. I use local car wash. They do lots of Benzes BMWs, Bentleys etc. I live in a mid rise condo building. No place to wash car.
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With all of my previous cars, I just found a (somewhat) local car wash that did a decent job and went once a month or so. I wanted to try something a little different with this one, and decided to go the route of washing it myself. Knowing that automatic car washes leave small (and sometimes not so small) scratches, I figured now would be a good time to attempt to go easier on the paint.
Since I also live in a condo with parking in a nearby parking garage, washing in a driveway was out of the question. Instead, I've been using one of the self-service places, and going during off-peak times to take my time. I keep a few products under the floor in the trunk, mostly just microfiber towels and a few spray products. I use the water and soap that comes out the wand at the car wash and then after I've spent ~7-10 min or so going around the car, I break out the giant microfiber towel to dry it off.
After that, I go around and feel for any left over residue or spots that didn't come out and spot wipe those down with Goo Gone or another product. Once everything is good, I'll do a once over with Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Wax spray.
Altogether that takes about 25 min and $8-$10 in car wash time and products. Makes for a good lunch break on a slow Tuesday afternoon. Once the weather gets cold again, I'll probably just do a quick spray down to get the salt and grime off and call it day.
Since I also live in a condo with parking in a nearby parking garage, washing in a driveway was out of the question. Instead, I've been using one of the self-service places, and going during off-peak times to take my time. I keep a few products under the floor in the trunk, mostly just microfiber towels and a few spray products. I use the water and soap that comes out the wand at the car wash and then after I've spent ~7-10 min or so going around the car, I break out the giant microfiber towel to dry it off.
After that, I go around and feel for any left over residue or spots that didn't come out and spot wipe those down with Goo Gone or another product. Once everything is good, I'll do a once over with Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Wax spray.
Altogether that takes about 25 min and $8-$10 in car wash time and products. Makes for a good lunch break on a slow Tuesday afternoon. Once the weather gets cold again, I'll probably just do a quick spray down to get the salt and grime off and call it day.
