What a chore waxing a car used to be. Remember the 1984 movie Karate Kid? Mr. Miyagi inflicts the worst punishment possible by having Daniel-San wash and “wax on, wax off” all his vintage automobiles. (Sure, it also served as a martial arts lesson, but still, what a day in the sun!) If only the future All-Valley karate champion knew how car waxes would evolve over the following decades. Today, anyone can get a professional polish in less than an hour.
No Smearing
Shine Armor has come up with a waterless wash, coat and shine spray that works on cars as well as boats, motorcycles, RVs and more. Consumers rave about the no-haze, no-streak application as well as its water repelling quality.
Buy: Shine Armor Fortify Quick Coat
Professional Clean
Aero Cosmetics’ kit is alcohol and ammonia free. Instead they use an eco-friendly blend that is biodegradable and safe on all surfaces. Plus there’s enough product here to wash up to 36 cars or wax 57 cars. Either way, your car is going to be squeaky clean for a long time.
Buy: Aero Cosmetics Wash & Wax
No Residue
Car Guys promises to deliver the shine of a carnauba wax coupled with the production of a paint sealant. One application can last three to six months depending on how often you wash the car (and what climate you live in). It’s safe on the paint as well as the glass, plastics, chrome, fiberglass and more.
Buy: Car Guys Hybrid Wax
Easy Application
Chemical Guys says their butter wet wax “melts” into a car’s original paintwork to deliver an even deeper color. It also results in a protective layer that fights off water spots, road tar and – yes – even the dreaded bird droppings.
Buy: Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax
Steve Spears is editor of Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. He is based in Orlando and counts St. Augustine, Key West and the Gulf Beaches among his favorite destinations in the state.