Mother Nature has it out for you…your
car, that is. The moment you bring your vehicle home from the dealership, the
assault has begun. Sun, rain, snow, hail, dust, birds, debris, pollution, and a
host of other elements and items can doom your “new car” look in no time. What
can you do? Fight back, that’s how.
Let’s take a look at some smart ways you can
protect your vehicle’s finish and keep it from looking old before its time.Wash
and wax. Okay, so you don’t have a hose handy. If you go to the car wash, make
sure that it is brushless, otherwise the circular marks on your finish will
certainly do a number on your car’s appearance in no time. As far as waxing your
vehicle, polishes made by popular brands including Turtle Wax should do the
trick. Yes, I know, a friend recommended a particular brand that can give your
car a look that is better than new. Go ahead and use it…just follow the
directions on the bottle precisely.
Keep it covered. Yes, driving down the street with a car cover
on your car will certainly get you some attention! I do not recommend that you
do that, but having a car cover available for your vehicle makes sense even if
you keep your prized possession garaged. Dust and indoor pollution can take its
toll even when your car sits in your garage while bird crap, moisture, hail,
tree sap, the sun, and small impacts can hurt your car’s finish when parked
outside. The more layers your car cover has, the better the protection it will
offer too. Select one that has mirror pockets for the best fit.
Minor details. Other accessories that offer protection for your
vehicle include: floor mats and liners, seat covers, vent shades, hood
protectors, and brake dust shields. If you carry pets regularly then a pet pad
or pet box can protect your interior like nothing else.
When purchasing cleaning products make sure you read all labels
carefully. That cleaner you use may not be the best thing for your wheels and
the interior of your car should have its own type of cleaner. Check
manufacturer’s recommendations to make sure that the product you use is the
right one; some cars come with an initial supply of cleaning materials to help
you properly treat your brushed aluminum or burl wood interior.
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