Proper Exterior Care Will Preserve Vehicle Value
Proper Exterior Care Will Preserve Vehicle Value
More than half of car owners use damaging non-automotive products when washing their cars-products that could contain harmful detergents, abrasives and additives. (this includes the cheap car wax you drive your car through at the gas station) And almost half of motorists never wax their vehicles.
Waxing at least twice a year is recommended for maximum protection, yet surveys show that 48 percent of motorists don’t wax their vehicles at all.
That’s leaving money on the table at trade-in time, as a clean, well-maintained car can be worth up to 50 percent more than one in ‘fair’ condition, according to the Kelley Blue Book.
Motorists should avoid dish detergent, which contains harsh chemicals that, intended to cut through grease, will strip away the wax finish on your car. Some are hard to rinse off and leave streaks. For best results, a formulated automotive wash is recommended, one that gently lifts the dirt and grime while protecting the finish.
Washing an automobile on a regular basis protects it from the natural elements that harm the finish. Reveal Car Wax recommends the following dos and don’ts when it comes to washing your car:
The myth of not having to wax your car because you have a clear-coat finish is just that, a myth, clear-coat finish is only as thick as a piece of paper and can become damaged from the effects of sunlight, UV radiation, acid rain, salt, dirt and air pollution.