hondaconvert Report post Posted November 17, 2010 My Fusion is 14 months old. It made it through last winter with just a waxing. Is it time for real detailing, or is waxing sufficient again (or is there some in-between option)? I am on eastern Long Island, NY, so there's an abundance of salt and sand year-round. The car is always garaged when not in use. It still looks brand new. Any suggestions? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akirby Report post Posted November 17, 2010 My Fusion is 14 months old. It made it through last winter with just a waxing. Is it time for real detailing, or is waxing sufficient again (or is there some in-between option)? I am on eastern Long Island, NY, so there's an abundance of salt and sand year-round. The car is always garaged when not in use. It still looks brand new. Any suggestions? If it still looks good you can probably get away with a good cleaning and rewax. You could also use something like Meguiar's cleaner wax which is a little more than just wax. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fusionff Report post Posted November 17, 2010 A good waxing is all you'll need. If you wax twice a year, once before winter and once after winter, your car will look great for years to come. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hondaconvert Report post Posted November 18, 2010 Thanks guys. Will be waxing on Saturday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akirby Report post Posted November 19, 2010 Thanks guys. Will be waxing on Saturday. Bikini or Brazilian? You should probably do the car, too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hondaconvert Report post Posted November 19, 2010 Bikini or Brazilian? You should probably do the car, too. Cute. Made me chuckle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NHFocus Report post Posted November 24, 2010 I used to run a detailing business... As far as winter prep goes I'd recommend using Meguiars cleaner wax (liquid), wax and remove, then use a paste wax of your choice. Meguiars gold class is a decent, cheap option. The paste wax is going to be a bit longer lasting. After the winter, give it a good wash, use cleaner wax again, then use a good liquid wax about once every month. I'd recommend Surf City's carnauba blend...it looks GREAT on any car, has a decent life, goes on and comes off VERY easy, and even smells like cotton candy ;) You can order it online or at a dealer if theres any local to you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hondaconvert Report post Posted November 27, 2010 I used to run a detailing business... As far as winter prep goes I'd recommend using Meguiars cleaner wax (liquid), wax and remove, then use a paste wax of your choice. Meguiars gold class is a decent, cheap option. The paste wax is going to be a bit longer lasting. After the winter, give it a good wash, use cleaner wax again, then use a good liquid wax about once every month. I'd recommend Surf City's carnauba blend...it looks GREAT on any car, has a decent life, goes on and comes off VERY easy, and even smells like cotton candy ;) You can order it online or at a dealer if theres any local to you. Great. Thanks for the additional info. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
