Others mentioned I should start this thread in my other thread. And while I won't have the new car for a while, I'd like to hear some thoughts and recommendations so I can have most of it on hand before the car shows up. My other thread had a lot of great posts in it and you guys have been a big help.
While black cars looks great clean, keeping it relatively clean in Phoenix might be the death of me. But I'll sure as shit give it my best shot.
I actually like cleaning and waxing our current cars but it's not like I am being meticulous about it. I've never had a car with rims either and I know those can get dirty quick. I've never owned a dark colored car and I've never had a car with leather. I plan to take really good care of this car and would like some tips on doing so. But I'm just a fucking n00b.
I'll throw some links out from Amazon as I mention things.
Some mention that after washing you should use a paint cleanser before waxing. But wondering if washing then clay baring is sufficient prior to wax?
I've seen this P21S Paintwork Cleanser mentioned on a few reads. Looks like good use for water spots and swirls prior to waxing if needed. Not sure if you would do entire car first or just use it for bad spots before waxing?
Also, a company called Zaino has great reviews and recommendations. They have a package that looks like it includes all products I'd need together including wash, polish, wax, leather and tire care.
Originally Posted by TrebMaxx:
You should check out bimmerfest.com and join their forums. A lot of knowledgeable folks over there and threads for you specific model.
It's one of my home tabs, as well as 2addicts. I've been reading up on coding and might give it a shot eventually... a lot of cool tweaks, provided you don't brick your car in the process. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Bearcat:
It's one of my home tabs, as well as 2addicts. I've been reading up on coding and might give it a shot eventually... a lot of cool tweaks, provided you don't brick your car in the process.
Originally Posted by Bearcat:
Perfektenschlag (vague reference from The Office)... lurk a lot more than post.
What do you drive (besides the bike, I guess)?
I have a 09 328i. It is now my wife's daily driver because I needed a truck for work. I love getting into the Bimmer when I get a chance because after driving my F-150 Super Crew it is like driving a go cart on steroids! I will say that there is something about BMW and the driving experience, it just feels so right. Congrats on your ride. [Reply]
Originally Posted by TrebMaxx:
I have a 09 328i. It is now my wife's daily driver because I needed a truck for work. I love getting into the Bimmer when I get a chance because after driving my F-150 Super Crew it is like driving a go cart on steroids! I will say that there is something about BMW and the driving experience, it just feels so right. Congrats on your ride.
Thanks, yeah everything about it is awesome. I don't think you can really know great handling until you experience it for yourself. I left it in Comfort mode the first few weeks, not sure I really buy the whole break-in period, but didn't want to beat the shit out of it either... but, now that I've tried out Sport mode more and more, I'm not sure there's any going back. :-) [Reply]
Originally Posted by Bearcat:
Thanks, yeah everything about it is awesome. I don't think you can really know great handling until you experience it for yourself. I left it in Comfort mode the first few weeks, not sure I really buy the whole break-in period, but didn't want to beat the shit out of it either... but, now that I've tried out Sport mode more and more, I'm not sure there's any going back. :-)
He also gave me the name of the top tint guy in the Southwest. They are booked out 3 months in advance during slow times. And these are not slow times. I mentioned Gary referred me and he moved me up to 2 months out. Going to be a couple of months before I take delivery anyway.:-)
Thanks man, very good lead.
A while back I was reading up on rinseless washes and detailing forums kept mentioning the Gary Dean method. I still use the technique I learned from his youtube vid for washing my car with Optimum No Rinse. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Miles:
A while back I was reading up on rinseless washes and detailing forums kept mentioning the Gary Dean method. I still use the technique I learned from his youtube vid for washing my car with Optimum No Rinse.
Like Miadragon mentioned when you talk to him he is a little off but as far as detailing a car, he seems to figure out the best way to detail a car.
His youtubes are popular but like you said on the forums he is kind of a legend in the car detailing business. It's kind of cool that he will personally be color correcting and sealing my paint. [Reply]
Originally Posted by BigRedChief:
Like Miadragon mentioned when you talk to him he is a little off but as far as detailing a car, he seems to figure out the best way to detail a car.
His youtubes are popular but like you said on the forums he is kind of a legend in the car detailing business. It's kind of cool that he will personally be color correcting and sealing my paint.
Originally Posted by Miles:
A while back I was reading up on rinseless washes and detailing forums kept mentioning the Gary Dean method. I still use the technique I learned from his youtube vid for washing my car with Optimum No Rinse.
I'm assuming you only do that when the car isn't super dirty, right? I get the theory but you're still removing more dirt on a car with pressure from your hand than you would be with running water on the car first to remove much of the dirt. [Reply]
Originally Posted by lewdog:
Just did a massive order for car care products on Amazon. Wife is going to wonder how I rung up that total and boy does it add up quickly!
Still a lot cheaper than having someone else do it though. [Reply]
