When it comes to owning a beautiful classic car, most owners like to see their investment washed weekly to remove all surface grime, dust or even chemicals from the roads that can deposit on the paint and ruin the lustrous shine. Washing away these impurities can help save the paint on the car before it is seriously damaged.<\/p>\n
There are, however, quite a few precautions that classic car owners should take to ensure that they utilize the proper tools for overall carwash safety as well as procedures for keeping their classics looking their best without any scratching or marks that can occasionally be found when cars are washed improperly with the wrong materials.<\/p>\n
For most vehicles, especially those driven on a daily basis, a weekly wash is going to be normal. Classic cars do not typically fall under the normal standards that are set for modern motor vehicles and if you store your classic or keep it under a tarp or in a garage, a weekly wash may not be necessary. While a great number of classics are stored or garaged, there are also quite a few that are driven heavily and will need to be washed frequently just as any other vehicle.<\/p>\n
If you take your classic car to several car shows or events, locally or across the country, it will need to be washed whether you drive it or have it shipped on a professional auto carrier. There are quite a few contaminants in the atmosphere that can cause damage to paint on a car and no matter how one is traveling, these foul substances can, and do come into contact with cars. Bugs are one of the worst when it comes to damaging paint and other surface areas of a car as they not only cause grime to build up when they slam into a car but they can cause paint damaging scratches and even corrosion on the car.<\/p>\n
No matter what substance has caused dirt, grease, grime or other marks to be on the car, letting them stay on without a proper washing can really ruin a good paint job and cause the value of a car to rapidly drop. To ensure that this does not happen, it is always a great idea to make sure a wash is scheduled weekly to get the car clean.<\/p>\n
When it is time to detail the car with a good wash and even possibly a waxing, you need to use the right tools in order to make sure the car is not damaged during the attempt to keep it clean and looking vibrant and shiny. Years ago, many carwashes used hard nylon cords that would essentially scrape all of the dirt from a car while at the same time also leave some pretty hefty circular scratches along the door panels, hood or trunk while in the process of \u201ccleaning\u201d the car.<\/p>\n
Today, a great deal of professional carwash businesses have been choosing to use foam spray machines and softer water in order to prevent damage. There are also quite a few carwashes that use eco-friendly soaps that help keep the environment clean as they are washing cars. This is great for not only modern cars, but also for classic and collectible cars and trucks as it helps prevent surface scratches that can cause expensive damage on an expensive and hard to find automobile.<\/p>\n
To wash a classic car with a low risk of damage, be sure to use sheepskin or cotton chenille washing mitts when at all possible as they are soft and leave no marks when used on the surface. They also tend to glide along the car\u2019s surface and easily fit into all areas from large, flat areas to the tiniest nooks and crannies from front to back which makes the whole wash go by much faster than when using a heavy brush or large, bulky sponge.<\/p>\n
It is very important, especially when you are washing a classic car, to have everything washed in the best sequence possible in order to achieve the best looking end results when you are finished with the wash.<\/p>\n
After the car has been fully washed, it is very important for a classic car to be completely dried before it leaves the carwash parking lot. Since water contains small minerals, it will dry and leave mineral marks on the paint of a car. Drying is one of the most important steps when washing a classic car and you need to use a soft leather chamois or a soft microfiber towel instead of regular hand towels as these can scratch the surface of the car.<\/p>\n
When you are drying, again start at the top and move your way slowly to the bottom of the car. Be sure to dry even the tiniest crevices of the car as rust is very prone to set up in classic cars and always make sure the towel that you are using is clean and dirt free. Always dry the tires and wheels last to ensure that no grease will be spread back across the paint once you have it completely clean and dried. Changing towels often when drying a car is going to be imperative when it comes to having a shiny and clean car when you are finished.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
When it comes to owning a beautiful classic car, most owners like to see their investment washed weekly to remove all surface grime, dust or even chemicals from the roads that can deposit on the paint and ruin the lustrous shine. Washing away these impurities can help save the paint on the car before it …<\/p>\n