Polishing and Waxing
05-21-23, 03:43 PM
#1
Pit Crew
Thread Starter
Polishing and Waxing
I have had my car for a little over four years and during that time my only exterior car has been washing. I have never waxed, polished or applied any type of protectant. Why? I had read that the paint has "self healing" ability, i.e., the ability to self remove light scratches. From what I recall this feature lasts 5 - 7 years. My paint still looks in great condition and I see no deterioration at all. I would like to get feedback and what others have done for exterior care. As an aside, I must say that the paint quality is better than the 2015 IS and the BMW 3 series I had before the IS.
05-22-23, 06:27 AM
#2
I have had my car for a little over four years and during that time my only exterior car has been washing. I have never waxed, polished or applied any type of protectant. Why? I had read that the paint has "self healing" ability, i.e., the ability to self remove light scratches. From what I recall this feature lasts 5 - 7 years. My paint still looks in great condition and I see no deterioration at all. I would like to get feedback and what others have done for exterior care. As an aside, I must say that the paint quality is better than the 2015 IS and the BMW 3 series I had before the IS.
05-22-23, 07:16 PM
#3
Yes, please share that bit of miraculous nano particle tech with us.
Clay bar, sealant, wax. That’s been working for me for years and years, all by hand because I don’t trust myself with a buffer machine. We recently did my sons car (bought used, obviously neglected paint) and it made a huge difference. Of course now there’s ceramic coat and all that if you’re open to dropping a few extra bucks.
I’m in no way a pro, even novice is pushing it, but the basics are usually all that’s needed for decent results.
Clay bar, sealant, wax. That’s been working for me for years and years, all by hand because I don’t trust myself with a buffer machine. We recently did my sons car (bought used, obviously neglected paint) and it made a huge difference. Of course now there’s ceramic coat and all that if you’re open to dropping a few extra bucks.
I’m in no way a pro, even novice is pushing it, but the basics are usually all that’s needed for decent results.
05-22-23, 09:31 PM
#4
There no such as self healing paint. Every lexus i've seen isnt scratch free from this so call self healing paint even at dealership. I bet under the rite light a good detailer will show you all the swirl marks. Remember color like silver and white will hide swirl unless in the rite lighting. Just like black and blue will show up not even needing the rite lighting.
05-23-23, 11:26 AM
#5
Instructor
There are self-healing paints (& PPFs) and they generally work for light marring - assuming that the car gets enough sunlight to trigger the effect. Not sure about LSPs(wax/sealant/coat/whatever) but I'd definitely read up on polishing them before even contemplating an attempt.
05-23-23, 12:47 PM
#6
There are self-healing paints (& PPFs) and they generally work for light marring - assuming that the car gets enough sunlight to trigger the effect. Not sure about LSPs(wax/sealant/coat/whatever) but I'd definitely read up on polishing them before even contemplating an attempt.
05-23-23, 01:58 PM
#7
After a quick google search I found this stuff is claimed to exist. Since the early 00’s multiple companies have claimed to invent this breakthrough product. What I can’t find are any real solid reviews by regular people. I call snake oil on this.
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05-23-23, 05:54 PM
#8
Pit Crew
Thread Starter
From the owners manual:
*: CFRP parts (GS F) do not have a self-restoring coat.
*: CFRP parts (GS F) do not have a self-restoring coat.
- Self-restoring coat*
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coating that is resistant to small surface scratches
caused in a car wash etc.
- ● The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
- ● The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside tem- perature. The restoration time may become shorter when the coating is warmed by applying warm water.
- ● Deep scratches caused by keys, coins, etc. cannot be restored.
- ● Do not use wax that contain abrasives.
- ● The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
05-25-23, 08:25 AM
#10
Lexus Test Driver
Claybar is an abrasive so you will be scratching your paint. it's more of a pre-polish step knowing you'll polish out the scratches after. a perforated clay towel can help you mitigate scratching if you aren't planning on polishing.
If you're happy with your paint, don't polish for the sake of polishing, especially if you don't know what you're doing. just throw down a decent sealant on it, perhaps use a clay towel beforehand. and sip on some lemonade and listen to the tunes.
If you're happy with your paint, don't polish for the sake of polishing, especially if you don't know what you're doing. just throw down a decent sealant on it, perhaps use a clay towel beforehand. and sip on some lemonade and listen to the tunes.
05-25-23, 10:09 AM
#11
Claybar is an abrasive so you will be scratching your paint. it's more of a pre-polish step knowing you'll polish out the scratches after. a perforated clay towel can help you mitigate scratching if you aren't planning on polishing.
If you're happy with your paint, don't polish for the sake of polishing, especially if you don't know what you're doing. just throw down a decent sealant on it, perhaps use a clay towel beforehand. and sip on some lemonade and listen to the tunes.
If you're happy with your paint, don't polish for the sake of polishing, especially if you don't know what you're doing. just throw down a decent sealant on it, perhaps use a clay towel beforehand. and sip on some lemonade and listen to the tunes.
05-25-23, 10:16 AM
#12
Lexus Test Driver
05-25-23, 12:17 PM
#13
Claybar is an abrasive so you will be scratching your paint. it's more of a pre-polish step knowing you'll polish out the scratches after. a perforated clay towel can help you mitigate scratching if you aren't planning on polishing.
If you're happy with your paint, don't polish for the sake of polishing, especially if you don't know what you're doing. just throw down a decent sealant on it, perhaps use a clay towel beforehand. and sip on some lemonade and listen to the tunes.
If you're happy with your paint, don't polish for the sake of polishing, especially if you don't know what you're doing. just throw down a decent sealant on it, perhaps use a clay towel beforehand. and sip on some lemonade and listen to the tunes.
05-25-23, 04:36 PM
#14
05-26-23, 09:46 AM
#15
Lexus Test Driver
i don't think i said you can't polish out clear coat. ive been doing that over 20 years. common knowledge.