Tiguan first time waxing

[162Tig]

Can anyone reccomend any wax for polishing our new black Tig? I don't want to get paint protection. I was thinking Bowdens Carnauba wax. Does anyone have any other reccomendations?

Thanks

[Grugly]

Can I ask why your not interested in paint protection?

[doc_777]

Can anyone reccomend any wax for polishing our new black Tig? <snip>

Thanks

Waxing and polishing are separate processes.

[OZROD]

Before you try waxing, my recommendation is to try this: SENSHA | Glass Coating Trial

It's a glass coating, not a wax, and a more modern alternative than a ceramic coating. I was a bit dubious so I ordered the trial pack (lasted 4 goes) and I have to say it's a snap to apply and it really does give a glass like finish which feels very smooth to the touch and protects for quite a while.

[162Tig]

Our car will be parked under a garage most of it's life and i want to save 1k and just wax it properly 2-3 times a year.

[doc_777]

Tar, bugs, line marking paint, road grime...none of that will hit your car when it’s parked. Atmospheric pollutants are just as prevalent when driving. Your choice of course but in my experience the paintwork suffers more on a car when it’s being driven than when it’s parked - undercover or not.

[INASNT]

I got some quotes for ceramic coating the whole car, ranging from $700-$1000 depending on number of layers. Sceptical as to how long it will last..

Considering the clear wrap to just the front end now as it protects from stone chips, scratches etc.

[162Tig]

I got some quotes for ceramic coating the whole car, ranging from $700-$1000 depending on number of layers. Sceptical as to how long it will last..

Considering the clear wrap to just the front end now as it protects from stone chips, scratches etc.

Did you end up getting paint protection/ceramic coating?

i am also skeptical of its claimed benefits.

i am thinking just a regular wash, and wax every 3 months will do the job!

[BenT]

Would you pay $1000 more for a used car that had a ceramic coating treatment applied when it was new? Or would you pick the car in the best condition?


Ben

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2014 Polo GTI DSG
2013 Golf GTI DSG
2006 RenaultSport Megane 225 Cup manual
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2005 Golf 2.0 TSI manual
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2000 Pulsar SSS manual
1999 Astra CD auto
1998 Pulsar SLX auto
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[Transporter]

Can anyone reccomend any wax for polishing our new black Tig? I don't want to get paint protection. I was thinking Bowdens Carnauba wax. Does anyone have any other reccomendations?

Thanks

Mothers - 3 stage
Autoglym - is what I use lately and once a year only.

[162Tig]

So paint protection isn't worth it then?

[doc_777]

So paint protection isn't worth it then?

no disrespect, but you are asking a loaded question. Some love it, some despise it. I’m in the former camp and won’t own another car without it. But for every proponent you’ll find one equally passionate owner who has perfectly good reasons for NOT wanting paint protection. I’d be very surprised if you’ll find agreement on what is ‘best’. If a grand bothers you, don’t get it. That’s honestly the best advice I can give.

[BenT]

Can anyone reccomend any wax for polishing our new black Tig? I don't want to get paint protection. I was thinking Bowdens Carnauba wax. Does anyone have any other reccomendations?

Thanks

Bowden’s, Meguairs, etc. I’d go for one with Carnauba in it.


Ben

Current
2015 Polo GTI manual
2018 Golf GTI Original manual

Previous
2014 Polo GTI DSG
2013 Golf GTI DSG
2006 RenaultSport Megane 225 Cup manual
2006 Golf GTI manual
2005 Golf 2.0 TSI manual
2001 Astra SRi manual
2000 Pulsar SSS manual
1999 Astra CD auto
1998 Pulsar SLX auto
1991 Pulsar GL manual
1981 Subaru Leone auto

[INASNT]

Did you end up getting paint protection/ceramic coating?

i am also skeptical of its claimed benefits.

i am thinking just a regular wash, and wax every 3 months will do the job!

Nothing yet as they want the car for 2 days and I use it to drive 100km most days.

[theresanothersteve]

There is a product called fireglaze. Out tame detailer uses it at dealerships when a customer orders paint protection.

Pay about $40 online. He charges $250 to wash and apply. One of his dealers (who sells high end Italian sports cars, normally in red) charges $2000. And they complain if he uses too much fireglaze when doing a car!

After treating 6 cars (and a motorcycle) over a number of years I can testify cr@p doesn't stick as easily, and the car comes up great every time you wash it. In conjunction with Meguires (although I believe Autoglym is as good, if not better) the comment whenever I've traded or sold has been the paint is in great condition. My wife swears our cars look better than new.