I am looking for a really good wash and wax for my cherry red 850 GLT. I had it detailed (for the first time) a couple of months ago. It looked great for a while but is now not as shiny as it could be. I have a bit of oxidation on the hood by the windscreen that disappeared after the detailing but is now showing its face again. I dread waxing cars myself. Also, any ideas for leather care? I have heard that once you use Armourall on the dashboard you have to continue to use it, and frequently. I have never therefore, put anything on the dashboard.

On another note, the jockeybox is a bit loose on one side and is not flush with the dash. I can't see how to get it tightened. . .

Any ideas?

Thanks in advance,

Christopher
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1993 854 GLT 92,000 miles

T,

Nothing beats Leatherique for the interior.

For the exterior, I really like Zymol products. They range from expensive to "you've got to be kidding" in price. However, a little goes a long way and the depth and quality of the shine is without equal.

My car is black, so it's a real PITA to acheive a show quality finish. Be patient if you go with Zymol. There is a leaning curve.

Just don't buy the Zymol at the local discount store. It's really re-packaged Turtle Wax (the parent company), aka "Zyrtle Wax."

Bryan

Hi ya,

I have just started using here in the UK, Meguiars.
For a good finish i use the following:

Wash:- Gold class car shampoo and conditioner
clean,polish and WAX:- The painter cleaner, Polish and Carnuaba WAX 3 system.
trim: trim dealer, rubber,side trim, bumpers.
Leather:- Leather cleaner/conditioner.

http://www.meguiars.com

I do use other products but some are UK specific.

Mark
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Mark in the UK.

Mark, Unrelated to this inquiry, you gave me some sound advice several weeks ago. I had a metal sounding squeaking noise coming from the dashboard when ver I used the turn signals or had the emergency flasher engaged. You suggested replacing the turn signal/emergency flasher unit. I did and the squeaking went away. Thanks! Hugh

I use leatherique on the leather in my car and it is night and day difference. It is the only thing I have found that actually penetrates the leather and softens it. You can find it at www.leatherique.com. CAll and ask them for the swedish package. They'll get you hooked up. It's about $50 but well worth it.

John

Outside: Zaino Bros
Leather: Lexol

As far as the "mainstream" products go, many car afficionados seem to like Meguiars wash & wax products, and Lexol cleaner & conditioner for leather care. Meguiars has a website with some pretty detailed info on car maintenance and an 800 number you can call for specific product recommendations.

I did the Lexol cleaning & conditioning this weekend: although I don't see a "night and day" difference after using Lexol, I'm sure it's good for the leather so I'll try to keep doing it on a regular basis.

I also use the Armorall "wipes" on my dash because they're quick & easy & no mess, and I assume that they have some pretty decent protective qualities.

Hi, someone mentioned leatherique, and I was thinking of getting it. What exactly is the Swedish Package (What does it consist of?)