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Friday, February 02, 2007

NEW CAR CARE! How do I care for my new car?

A new car often needs more care than a used car. Purchasing a new car is exciting and fun, however, the excitement goes away once the payments start. To keep the new car look and smell will take work on your part. With the right car care products, caring for your new car will become second nature and will keep you excited even when you make your monthly car payment.

1. New car paint scratches need to be removed.

As you know, auto paint scratches hurt the look of a new car finish. Unfortunately, you will never be able to avoid clear coat scratches. You can however fix minor scratches and minimize the risk of causing new ones. When you find a new scratch make sure you take immediate action by keeping the area clean of dirt and debris. This will keep the scratch confined and lower your risk of causing more damage. Now, with new technology there are professional auto paint scratch removers that can help. You do not need to be a professional auto detailer to achieve professional results. After applying and removing an auto rubbing compound (paint scratch remover) you should follow up with a polish to minimize paint defects. This will provide a nice shine to your paints finish and prepare you for the final step, which is to apply a sealer wax for durability, shine and protection. While caring for your new car, just remember anything that comes in contact with your car's finish should be soft - this will help avoid scratches. Using the correct car washing mitt and microfiber towels will reduce your chances of causing unwanted paint scratches, thereby keeping your new car look its best.

2. Keep your new car out of the elements.

This means parking or storing your new car in a garage or other covered areas away from inclement weather and the elements. If you want to go above and beyond, you can use a car cover, this will prolong your clear coat protection from sunlight and other environmental fallout, justifying the time spent washing and waxing your new car. If your car is constantly exposed to sunlight and other environmental hazards, the finish will deteriorate quicker and require significantly more cosmetic maintenance on your part so in the long run you are saving yourself more detailing work.

3. Car wax and paint sealant are a must for your new car.

In addition to providing gloss and depth to the finish of your car, applying a good car wax will also protect your car from the elements, including weather, sunlight and even bird droppings. Once you apply and remove car wax, follow it up by applying and removing paint sealant, which is designed to extend your new car paint finish.

4. How often should I detail my new car?

You should detail your car about every 3 to 4 weeks, unless you live in an area where there is road construction which will cause dust and debris to settle on your vehicle and may require detailing more often. Just the simple process of washing, drying and waxing your car will bring rewards of a car that looks in tip-top shape for years to come!

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