Sealy Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Just about to order a new Edition 30 from Euro Imports (either Steel Grey or Diamond Black). Was wondering what Wax/Polish everyone uses to keep their GTI looking like new. I've currently got a Pearlescent Black Civic Type R and the paint work isn't the best. I want to look after my GTI a little better. Cheers in advance Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemod Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 My car is two years old now and I thought I would treat it to a good wax at the weekend. Washed the car Clayed with Meguiars Quick Detailer (cant believe how smooth the paint is after this) Washed again PC'd the car using Sonus white pad and Sonus SFX-2 PC'd the car again with Klasse All-In-One and blue Sonus pad Finished off with a coat of Poorboy's Natty’s Blue Wax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 looks like you used a bit too much elbow grease on the number plate hey mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemod Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 [ QUOTE ] looks like you used a bit too much elbow grease on the number plate hey mike [/ QUOTE ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmo1 Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 before you sign up with euro imports try simpledeal.co.uk they are really helpfull and very realistic on time and the price is right. Supaguard is the product you need get the supplier to treat your car and ask them for the after treatment box. simpledeal do it for £199 inside and out as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SL26UK Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Meguiars NXT Tech Wax for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamv2 Posted April 17, 2007 Report Share Posted April 17, 2007 Check out detailing world for all your cleaning info. It's a great site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davyk31 Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 What does everyone use on the plastic bumpers and sills on their GTIs. Looking for something quick to apply that gives good results. Tried Autoglym bumpercare but not all tjhat impressed with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rozzerfodder Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 Try Meguiars trim detailer on your plastics, its cracking stuff. I have heard from various sources that peanut butter (yes you read correctly)Also comes up a treat. I bought a bottle of Megs trim detailer when I got the car in March 06 and theres still plenty left though to be fair, the car did not get too many details last year due to the hosepipe ban, i just jet washed it. Back to the original topic, Honda paint is very soft whereas VAG paint is notoriously hard so you should find that with a little care and correct washing technique, that you keep her looking pristine. as mentioned above, detailingworld is the place to go for more info than you can shake a stick at, very helpful guys on there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inzaghi Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 I use the Megs NXT too. Goes on easy comes off easier and smells way too nice. Leaves a nice wet shine on the DBP. For the plastic care try poor boys trim restorer. Can be used on the interior also, keeping the matt finish. Only note I'd make is it seems to wash away on the side skirts. Not with spray but when water runs down the car while standing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 [ QUOTE ] whereas VAG paint is notoriously hard [/ QUOTE ] Not on the last 4 VAG cars that i've owned. It's very soft since they turned to water based paints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemod Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 [ QUOTE ] What does everyone use on the plastic bumpers and sills on their GTIs. Looking for something quick to apply that gives good results. Tried Autoglym bumpercare but not all that impressed with it. [/ QUOTE ] I use the Meguiars Gold Class Trim Detailer. Good at taking of any wax residue left by the dealer , easy to apply and lasts. I agree that the VAG paint is very hard. After I had done the above including using a machine polisher twice there were still swirls left on the paint work. According to the guys at detailing world the only way you will make any impression on VAG paint is to use the Menzerna range of products and a machine polisher. Once done though, with the correct washing technique, you should only need a light go with the polisher once a year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petsy Posted April 18, 2007 Report Share Posted April 18, 2007 isn't the paint itself soft but the clearcoat very tough?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] whereas VAG paint is notoriously hard [/ QUOTE ] Not on the last 4 VAG cars that i've owned. It's very soft since they turned to water based paints. [/ QUOTE ] I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxfordlad Posted April 20, 2007 Report Share Posted April 20, 2007 claybar Clearkote cutting compound (for scratches and swirls) poorboys SSR2 (for scratches and swirls) Clearkote vanilla hand glaze Clearkote cab wax Most tyre dressings are good as along as you spray / apply them to a sponge rather than using directly on the tyre and creating a mess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adw555 Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 hey mikemod....did you get your GTI from Philips in Lisburn ?..I'm also in N Ireland and I'm looking for another good VW dealer over here as I'm not happy with the dealer that supplied the car...can you recommend Philips ? Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemod Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 Yea, Phillips in Lisburn. Can highly recommend them. Always very friendly and helpful. Bought my car off a guy called Jonathan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davyk31 Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 [ QUOTE ] hey mikemod....did you get your GTI from Philips in Lisburn ?..I'm also in N Ireland and I'm looking for another good VW dealer over here as I'm not happy with the dealer that supplied the car...can you recommend Philips ? I am also in NI, not sure what part you are in. Which dealer supplied your car, would be good info for us all here. For my opinion, avoid at all costs Donnelly VW in Campsie. Have used service dept in Edwin May Coleraine which has impressed so far, not so sure about their sales though. They took a major hump just because I would not commit to buying a £21k car on my first visit to them and also when they found out I was going to try another VW dealer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starvekos Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 [ QUOTE ] Just about to order a new Edition 30 from Euro Imports (either Steel Grey or Diamond Black). Was wondering what Wax/Polish everyone uses to keep their GTI looking like new. I've currently got a Pearlescent Black Civic Type R and the paint work isn't the best. I want to look after my GTI a little better. Cheers in advance Geoff [/ QUOTE ] Try the Meguiars Deep Crystal System. Its cheap but does the trick. You may improve the look and protection by upgrading on the wax. I have played around with Meguiars NXT Generation Tech wax, #21 Synthetic Sealant, #26 Hi Tech Yellow Wax but have finaly settled on #16 Professional Paste wax (hard to find). Pics of my golf (23,000kms) using the Deep Crystal System: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonl Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 You see, that Gti with the Monzas looks sensational, a different league IMO to the ED30. Although i haven't seen one on the road yet so i might eat my words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oxfordlad Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 I'd remove that meguiars sticker though.. I have a VW GTI "meguiars" edition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ekin_88 Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 Very nice and shiny, looks amazing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fresco1 Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 Yep, looks good. Clearning forum seems to rate Collinite over Megs, so next wax that's what I'll go for. If you haven't visited the Clearning forum, trust me, it's THE most informative thread on TSN and full of pearls of wisdom! Unless Megs actually sponsored me large amounts of money, I personally wouldn't have their name on my car though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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