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Wax Q: What are the european guys using regarding wax types?

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#1 · (Edited)
Hi,

I have read all of Greg´s wax "articles", but have a problem. I can´t get hold of Meguiar's here in Denmark.

Here´s the Q:

What type of wax are the M5(and other cars) owners here in Europe using?

Is it possible to get hold of Meguiar's or Zaino for that matter in Europe?

Hope you can help...all input wanted....

Take care,
 
#4 ·
What's the rush Mike? Give us a chance to answer.

I used to use only Autoglym but I'm now a firm convert to Zymol. If you do a search for 'Zaino' you'll find a distributor (a 'doctor') in Germany or you can contact Zaino directly.

I use Zymol Titanium as I find it gives the best combination of shine and durability - it lasts a lot better than Concours for example. It is a lot more work than Autoglym, especially the HD-Cleansing, but worth it on a car like the M5. I have applied 3-4 coats and only now am I getting the desired results.

Ashok
2002 Carbonblack/Caramel



 
#5 ·
Ashok Arora said:
What's the rush Mike? Give us a chance to answer.

I used to use only Autoglym but I'm now a firm convert to Zymol. If you do a search for 'Zaino' you'll find a distributor (a 'doctor') in Germany or you can contact Zaino directly.

I use Zymol Titanium as I find it gives the best combination of shine and durability - it lasts a lot better than Concours for example. It is a lot more work than Autoglym, especially the HD-Cleansing, but worth it on a car like the M5. I have applied 3-4 coats and only now am I getting the desired results.

Ashok
2002 Carbonblack/Caramel
Thank you for the answer :)

Regarding the number of coasts you have applied to your car....is this done over X number of days or is it done the same day?

About the "rush" thing, i´m out out wax and have time tomorrow to wax the car, so I have to buy the wax today....so I had to have some info from you guys before friday :)

Best regards,
 
#6 ·
Micsor/DK said:


Thank you for the answer :)

Regarding the number of coasts you have applied to your car....is this done over X number of days or is it done the same day?

About the "rush" thing, i´m out out wax and have time tomorrow to wax the car, so I have to buy the wax today....so I had to have some info from you guys before friday :)

Best regards,
Mike, did you find any, and where ?
 
#7 ·
lasseoe said:


Mike, did you find any, and where ?
Hey lasseoe :)

No, I have´nt found any wax that I would use on the BMW. It´s impossible to get hold of Zaino or Maguiar. The only brand I can locate is Turtle Wax......any idea´s regarding this one?

What kind of wax do you use and what type of brands can you get hold of in Germany?

Take care,
 
#8 ·
Micsor/DK said:


Hey lasseoe :)

No, I have´nt found any wax that I would use on the BMW. It´s impossible to get hold of Zaino or Maguiar. The only brand I can locate is Turtle Wax......any idea´s regarding this one?

What kind of wax do you use and what type of brands can you get hold of in Germany?

Take care,
Hola Mike =)

Personally I wouldn't use Turtle Wax, I've tried it twice on the old 528 and the results weren't all that impressive and it's a LOT of work. I've heard from other people that Turtle Wax really isn't as good as it's hyped up to be.

Haven't had time to check to see what I can get here in Germany .. been thinking about popping by ie. a Ferrari dealership and see what they use, doubt they use some crap :)

I'll keep you posted.
 
#9 ·
lasseoe said:


Hola Mike =)

Personally I wouldn't use Turtle Wax, I've tried it twice on the old 528 and the results weren't all that impressive and it's a LOT of work. I've heard from other people that Turtle Wax really isn't as good as it's hyped up to be.

Haven't had time to check to see what I can get here in Germany .. been thinking about popping by ie. a Ferrari dealership and see what they use, doubt they use some crap :)

I'll keep you posted.
Hola back at yaaa....;)

Okey........I´ll stay away from the Turtle guy.............

I would be very interested in any news about the wax, if you talk to the Ferrari folks or any other with some information.

I´ll also be looking into the world of waxing ------->

Stay tuned....

All the best,
 
#10 ·
Turtle wax is not in the same class as Autoglym, Zaino, Zymol etc. I would wait until you can use the good stuff.

The wax on my car is built up over a number of weeks - never on a single day. I just put another coat on it this morning. Today it only took about 30 minutes to put on a full coat of Zymol and buff it. It looks great.

Ashok
2002 Carbonblack/Caramel



 
#11 ·
I have used Pinnacle Souveran on my Sterling Grey that I got in early June. The wax is easy to work with, smells good, layers well and looks great. I rewax monthly, and touch up as needed with the detailing spray. The car is not a daily driver, and is garage kept. One hot day when it sat in the sun all afternoon you could smell the wax evaporating, which will happen with any carnuba wax.
It's a great wax, but expensive, and like any carnuba wears away fairly quickly. I am not convinced it is money well spent for ligther colors like STG and white. When I have finished this I will probably switch to Klasse All in 1, with a top coat of Klasse Hi Gloss Sealant Glaze.
On a side by side hood comparison I could not tell the difference between the two. Dark colors will look deeper with the Souveran, but the effect is lost on light colors.
The Klasse All in 1 is easy to apply, but the Hi Gloss Sealant is a bit tougher. Not to overstate the case, but it requires more elbow grease and extra micro fiber towels to buff off properly. The Klasse products are acrylic, not canbuba, and should last alot longer. Klasse claims up to one year with the sealant, but I will not test that claim. Klasse also makes a quick detail spray to go with these products, but I have not tried it yet.

If yours is a white daily driver, I would definitely reccomend the Klasse products. High gloss, depth and longevity. I bot mine from Classic Motoring (www.properautocare.com). While they may not ship to the UK, Klasse is German, and should be readily available over there.

One additional note. Even though the Klasse is an all in 1 product, if you havent waxed in awhile I would use a separate polish to start. I used Pinnacle Paintwork Cleansing Lotion and it took out alot of dirt that wasnt visible after washing.
 
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