And now for a really interesting topic.......

Paul_Bridgestock · Joined: 30 May 2020 Posts: 59 Location: 11140, France

Car Polish!

Yes, I know. Even I am a tad bored but it is a topic for most Bentley owners.

I hate polishing cars but somehow, Bertie has an air of expectation about being polished regularly. When cleaned he seems to burst into life with slightly more alacrity.

I am not too well at present and find polishing him rather tiring. Can any kind member give advice on decent polish that is not too difficult to apply and polish off?

A friend suggested some special wax flown in via the Polar route and consisting of a mixture of diamonds, 24 carat gold and baby seal tears. Well, judging by the price of 200 € for a small pack I assume that was the case anyway.

My 25 year old Turtle Wax has dried up to a little sticky powder in the bottle of the tin. What should I buy that gives a decent protection and is easy to polish off and I don't have to sell my Darling wife into slavery in order to buy?

The car is what I think called sapphire black (a very dark, black blue). If there was a polish which was colour based to help cover up minor marks and scratches it would be even better.

Actually, just mulling over selling my wife again. Emmmm decisions, decisions...…...

Nicholas Simons · Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2020 8:10 am Post subject:

Try Raceglaze Signature 55. This has 55% carnauba wax and is easy to apply, does not need to be removed before the next application and looks better than most more expensive waxes. I find that an annual application is all that is required, with a mild soap wash when dirty.
https://www.raceglaze.co.uk/race-glaze/race-glaze-55wax/

Steer clear of these 'systems' where you need to buy various different products to clean, prepare, apply and eventually remove the stuff. Money down the drain.

Paul_Bridgestock · Joined: 30 May 2020 Posts: 59 Location: 11140, France

Nicholas Simons · Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2020 10:27 am Post subject:

There are some systems where each time you polish the car you need to remove the old polish with a variety of lotions and then re-prepare the surface for the next application. Raceglaze can be layered, so no preparation is required other than making sure the car is clean.
I have no connection with this company. I am a satisfied user.

Philip Edginton · Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:33 pm Post subject:

I was under the impression that Wax polishes tended to suffer from collecting grit and dust and is not good for the paint surface for normal wear and tear usage of the vehicle.
Myself I use a well known wash and polish combined product, not expensive and use it approx every 2 months, plus extra normal soapy washes in between. The car always gleams and I do believe that you are correct when you think the car performs better when spotlessly clean and glistening.
I am also no longer able to physically manage a full on wax and polish these days. The time has come to sit back and enjoy rather than raise a sweat on a day like this.Maybe combine watering the garden and earn brownie points.