Mike asks the DI team about the proper steps to take on protecting the exterior of\u00a0 his new car.<\/p>\n
Hi – i took delivery of a brand new 2010 328 (black) this week.\u00a0 What would you suggest for the first step on protecting the exterior.\u00a0 I want to start out on the right foot.<\/em><\/p>\n
Thanks\u00a0 – Mike<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Hello Mike,<\/span><\/p>\n
Let me first start by saying congratulations on the purchase of you new car!<\/span><\/p>\n
Since we don\u2019t know what the dealer did during the new car prep, I suggest first starting with a thorough car wash<\/a>, being sure to mix the car soap<\/a> at a paint-prep ratio. This step should remove any previously applied wax or glaze by the dealer. Next you will want to clay bar your vehicle’s finish using a fine-grade clay bar<\/a> and a good spray detailer<\/a> for lubrication. Claying<\/a> will remove any bonded surface defects from you paint and will ensure a clean surface for your choice of paint protection to bond with. Finally, you will want to apply either a natural wax<\/a> or synthetic sealant<\/a> of your choice for paint protection. While there are many good waxes and sealants to choose from, I have found Blackfire Wet-Diamond<\/a> to be the best all around paint protectant. It\u2019s easy to apply and remove, gives great depth and gloss, unmatched slickness, priced well, and has great durability.<\/span><\/p>\n
For your exterior \u00a0plastic and rubber trim I suggest using something like 303 Aerospace Protectant<\/a>. It leaves a low gloss with a non-greasy feel and offers great UV protection. 303 is also great on tires but if you want a little more gloss you can try something like Blackfire Long lasting Tire Gel<\/a>. Optimum Metal polish<\/a> will work great for keeping your cars exhaust tips looking new. Since BMW\u2019s are known for accumulating a lot of brake dust on their wheels, I\u2019d also suggest a thorough cleaning of the wheels<\/a> and then protecting them with some Opti-Seal<\/a>. This will help protect the wheels finish and it should make them much easier to clean during your routine washings.<\/span><\/p>\n
I hope this helps, and if you have any additional comments or questions, please submit them in the comment box below. Thank you!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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