Washing this thing is a breeze. I mean it takes no time at all to do a quality job washing it.

I do have a question though -- when waxing, should I avoid the Bonnet Stripes altogether, or what should I do about them? I've never had stripes on a car before so I have no idea.

Thanks,

 

I have found this forum immensely helpful in the proper TLC: https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...splay.php?f=12

My understanding is that yes, you can apply wax to the stripes, but someone can correct me if I'm wrong. I will be getting stripes, but have to have the car first .

 

You can wax the stripe. It helps protect it.

Many of us use Hydro for waxing because it is so easy to do. Works quite well, too.

 

you betcha wax the stripes. Check out detailpers paradise for the good stuff. epic should be used to wax and hydro after every wash ( its a wax as you dry kinda thing"

 

OMG I didn't know about Hydro. I just placed an order. My car will remain unwaxed until it comes in.

 

Can you use an Absorber towel to use Hydro?

 

Yep... you can use whatever you prefer as a drying towel. My choice... waffle weave microfiber towels from Griot's.

 

mine too will be getting it first wax, using glass wax still have some left.......bought a clay bar love bugs the end of Augusto:(

 

PS just bought a eeePC and it amazing using it now but going to use it on trips

 

Okay....

1. What is "glass wax" and why are you using it on your MINI ? Besides the fact you have some left over, of course.

2. What is an "eeePC" ? A buffer that is really eeeasy to use ??

 

I'm gonna stick with using Zaino as I have for years, and will Zaino my stripes as well.

 

Hydro is pretty good, but just because it's a boutique product doesn't make it all that much better than stuff you can get locally like Meguiars or Mothers. As a matter of fact you may prefer the glossy look of carnauba wax (e.g. Meguiars) over the glossy look of synthetic wax (e.g. Hydro).

 

To be honest I like the idea that I won't have to go over the car a third time to wax it. Wash, and then Hydro while you dry. Sounds great to me!

 

I use Hydro after washing and then when I QD in between, I use Speed Shine from Griot's because it has a little Carnuba in it. Very nice, especially on darker colors.

 

Absolutely