gordo993

My spring ritual (after the spring Carrera Classic Driver's Ed Event) is to wash the car with dawn dish soap. That will strip off the wax. Then I claybar it, followed by fresh waxing. I mainly use Mother's products but use a synthetic wax on the wheels - lasts longer than carnuba wax considering the heat generated by the brakes.
My favorite part of the whole job is to stand behind the car snd toss a clean cotton towel onto the roof and watch as it slides down the roof, onto and across the hood to the ground as if it was floating!

112344

Thanks. Lots of good information and suggestions. Looks like I have some work to do as soon as my eyes readjust from looking a Jonathan's car. You need to put a warning on those pictures!

nota_troll

For my maintenance shining, I use a clay bar and Klasse All In One then a sealant. Buy a good orbital polisher and the regular white pad. That cut my time in one third.

Leander

Is 303 compromised by car soap and should it be applied after each washing?

dcdude

By my informal tally, Zaino seems to be in the lead. Anyone got any great places to buy it? Here's an interesting user guide: http://www.autopia-carcare.com/zaino.html

Back when I spent time on Bimmerforums, the consensus was P-21S outside and Leatherique for the inside. I'm willing to concede on the wax, but any one have better experience than Leatherique?

mrsullivan

www.zainobros.com

Go straight to the source...

RallyJon

Zaino's original regimen is a great solution if you take the time and follow their instructions carefully. They were a pioneer with polymers. Nowadays you can choose from dozens of polymer sealants from many reputable brands. But Zaino is still Zaino, and will always have a cult following.