what kinda wax ?

newbmwfans · 11-06-2008, 08:33 AM

If I do hand waxing myself what kinda wax do you guys recommand for the color sedona red? Second, do I have to buy a wax buffer to use on the new car I thought it just for older car? thanks

EspressoBoy · 11-06-2008, 08:40 AM

Hi newbmwfans,

All good questions, but have you first tried the "search" on the forum. Lots of good info there. Some ppl will post to your question, but you might find if you do some research first, and have a more specific question, you will get a more detail answer. Wax / wash / detail is such a personal choice that even if you get 100 answers all could be right and also be totally different.

Anyway that's my advice. It is a good question though. Hope that helps. BTW that was told to me on my fist post like this... Now SEARCH is my best friend. You would be amazed how many times something has been said over and over and over and over... (like daily)

EspressoBoy

bman6074 · 11-06-2008, 09:51 AM

I like collinite wax, have been using it for years after working for a detail shop that used it almost exclusively. But most here will say Zaino

gio · 11-06-2008, 12:24 PM

Zaino all the way

Red Bread · 11-06-2008, 01:43 PM

I like Zaino for the simple fact that it's super easy to apply and lasts forever. However, real carnauba wax still looks a little better on colors with lots of depth, like Sedona. Collinite is a great recommendation and offers more durability than my standard go to wax, P21s. Souveran also seems to get good reviews, but I haven't tried it myself. Try a few things, you won't go wrong with any and you'll have fun finding the differences in each product.

JohnnyTT · 11-06-2008, 03:19 PM

As I've stated elsewhere... My current favorite higher end, but not too expensive wax is Chemical Guys Limited Edition 50/50 paste wax.

It has a great glossy shine, and is pretty durable.

Whenever I was my car, I top it with Jeff Werkstat's Carnauba Gloss. Great detailer.

PA135i · 11-06-2008, 07:16 PM

This question in my view comes down to price. There are waxes for $10 up to $200 or more. A forum search is a good start. I use Griots wax stick. But, I like to change waxes every year or so to try others. I have also used P21s. P21s is great for dark colors and dries clear if you get it on any other surfaces.

UR2SLOW1 · 11-06-2008, 08:22 PM

I've used Detailing Dynamics for 5 years now and could not be happier. You really should give them a try.

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newbmwfans Private 5 Rep 68 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2008 iTrader: (0)	what kinda wax ? If I do hand waxing myself what kinda wax do you guys recommand for the color sedona red? Second, do I have to buy a wax buffer to use on the new car I thought it just for older car? thanks
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EspressoBoy 1addict, and proud 40 Rep 1,019 Posts Drives: BMW 135i 08 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada iTrader: (1)	Hi newbmwfans, All good questions, but have you first tried the "search" on the forum. Lots of good info there. Some ppl will post to your question, but you might find if you do some research first, and have a more specific question, you will get a more detail answer. Wax / wash / detail is such a personal choice that even if you get 100 answers all could be right and also be totally different. Anyway that's my advice. It is a good question though. Hope that helps. BTW that was told to me on my fist post like this... Now SEARCH is my best friend. You would be amazed how many times something has been said over and over and over and over... (like daily) EspressoBoy __________________
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bman6074 Major 103 Rep 1,254 Posts Drives: 14 M235i and 07 Lotus Exige S Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Connecticut iTrader: (0)	I like collinite wax, have been using it for years after working for a detail shop that used it almost exclusively. But most here will say Zaino __________________
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gio Captain 50 Rep 628 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	Zaino all the way __________________ Waiting on a 2015 M235
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Red Bread Major General 4463 Rep 9,160 Posts Drives: Smog machines Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	I like Zaino for the simple fact that it's super easy to apply and lasts forever. However, real carnauba wax still looks a little better on colors with lots of depth, like Sedona. Collinite is a great recommendation and offers more durability than my standard go to wax, P21s. Souveran also seems to get good reviews, but I haven't tried it myself. Try a few things, you won't go wrong with any and you'll have fun finding the differences in each product.
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JohnnyTT Captain 29 Rep 750 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 3.5 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0)	As I've stated elsewhere... My current favorite higher end, but not too expensive wax is Chemical Guys Limited Edition 50/50 paste wax. It has a great glossy shine, and is pretty durable. Whenever I was my car, I top it with Jeff Werkstat's Carnauba Gloss. Great detailer.
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PA135i Brigadier General 969 Rep 3,323 Posts Drives: 08 135i 08 CR-V Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pennsylvania iTrader: (0)	This question in my view comes down to price. There are waxes for $10 up to $200 or more. A forum search is a good start. I use Griots wax stick. But, I like to change waxes every year or so to try others. I have also used P21s. P21s is great for dark colors and dries clear if you get it on any other surfaces.
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UR2SLOW1 First Lieutenant 33 Rep 361 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2007 iTrader: (0)	I've used Detailing Dynamics for 5 years now and could not be happier. You really should give them a try.
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