Microfiber and spray detailer on a lightly dusty car

[KiokenM3]

is it ok to clean up a lightly dusty car with a microfiber and a spray detailer? or would i scratch the finish?

[d00t]

Depends on how soft the microfiber is. I recommend to wipe down the car once a night, or once every other night to keep the shine on, and to keep from marring the paint from too much dust collecting.

[sc_tr0jan_m3]

if there's dust... i dont touch until the next wash. any motion on the paint while there's dust on it will result in swirling... i've learned the hard way.

[islandguy19]

Originally Posted by sc_tr0jan_m3

if there's dust... i dont touch until the next wash. any motion on the paint while there's dust on it will result in swirling... i've learned the hard way.

good advice

[Georgeair]

I've always looked at dust on car, eyeglasses or camera lenses as potential sandpaper, and never wipe off without liquid/air/etc. to avoid scratches. Somehow my bride thinks I'm neurotic....

Typically a fine layer of dust won't make a huge difference in the appearance from over 10' away anyhow, just to us up close. I have to admit, I'm happy to finally have a nice car that ISN'T black!

[edcvin]

Typically what I do is mist and wipe the car with quick detailer after everytime I take the cover off to drive and right before I cover it back up. However if my car is exposed to dusting from an overnight or past a day..I wait to wash. It also has a lot to do with the type of protection you have on your paint..in terms of wax/sealant.

-Vin

[ideliver]

Originally Posted by sc_tr0jan_m3

if there's dust... i dont touch until the next wash. any motion on the paint while there's dust on it will result in swirling... i've learned the hard way.

agree...and I too have learned the hard way...previous E46 M3...

[brandon @ eas]

I wipe mine down every night using the meguiars ultimate quick detailer. But much like everyone else, if I miss a day, I wont do it, I will then wait until I wash the car.

[Genro757]

Originally Posted by Georgeair

I have to admit, I'm happy to finally have a nice car that ISN'T black!

I feel the same way! Thats why I chose AW...I know its prolly the most popular color...but its easier to hide swirls =)

[Innovative Detailing]

Originally Posted by brandon @ eas

I wipe mine down every night using the meguiars ultimate quick detailer. But much like everyone else, if I miss a day, I wont do it, I will then wait until I wash the car.

Good maintenance techniques..................I try to tell my clients that this is the best way to keep your vehicle looking prestine on a regular basis. Followed up by our services on a weekly program all of my customers cars look awesome every week that we see them.

Dave @ Innovative Detailing