chirag1988 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Has anyone had experience in using this product? I bought some a while back and use it to clean my VW Polo and it hasn't had any adverse effects and cleans well. But wanted to check if it's ok to use on the Z for a quick clean? I'm going to get some of the recommended cleaning products given on here, but just wanted to see if I can use this stuff in the meantime without harming the Z? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-LITRE-SPECIAL-SNS-WATERLESS-VALETING-CAR-WASH-POLISH-SET-WITH-CARNUBA-WAX-/360817805320?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Car_Care_Cleaning&hash=item54026ac808 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 (edited) There's no question it will lift the dirt off your car but to get it off you will be rubbing the grit into the paintwork and adding to the swirl effect. Wouldnt touch it with a bargepole I'd rather go to a hand car wash than use a waterless system. And Iv not used a car wash in years Edited December 22, 2013 by LRF4N Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I'm dubious enough about rinseless washes (although I appreciate that the correct technique will save a lot of damage), let alone waterless washes for much the same reason as above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Been discussed a few times on here, a few advocates for it kicking around, but most people stick to the tried and tested approach of using water. I mean, would you have a shower without water and think all is ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Scratchy scratchy swirly swirly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I'll get some and try it on my sons black Golf first... :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhorno Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Scratchy scratchy swirly swirly Sounds right to me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Wouldn't use that stuff at all. Not like there's a lack of water to use or something either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirag1988 Posted December 22, 2013 Author Share Posted December 22, 2013 i guess i can always save it for the summer when there's a "hosepipe ban" lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Even if there was a ban I'd rather leave the car dirty than massage the grit into the paint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djb55 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Well I use showroom shine and have used it for a while on a few cars, although I always wash it first, not brave enough to do it dry. But the finish.... omg and it lasts. Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 It has chemicals in it which will impress and shine for when you are done but: A. It will have just created a lot of swirl damage which isn't instantly obvious B. Will last about a day before it just gets rained off and looks awful again Do it properly, wash, polish and wax and see the longer term benefits (which will look better than these short cut shine products) as the wax looks after the paintwork and the future value of your car 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djb55 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 (edited) Well I can only speak from using it myself and the only one I use is showroom shine so cant speak for the others. It does last and I use it on the windows too. You can see the rain rolling off the screen and bodywork for weeks later. As always each to thier own, one mans meat is another mans poison. As I said not sure I would risk it without washing the car first but I kno others who have with no adverse affects many off them in other car clubs. Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk Edited December 22, 2013 by djb55 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djb55 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Also u want to see it clean upvc and windows around the house my missus swears by it. Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I think it would work the same way as quick detailers do. Great between waxes and as a drying agent Never used one without at least 2 coats of wax so couldn't comment on how long they last but they do work well in windows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Still not sure what the point is then, if you have gone to the trouble of washing the car, and you want it to looks its best, why short cut with a cheap product that only lasts 'weeks'? I can understand people wanting a one stop shop for cleaning ie skipping the water part, which of course will result in massive swirls, but if you are washing it, why skip the bit that adds so much more? I wouldn't even use this on our family ford focus with 82k on the clock...dodo juice super natural, usually good for up to 3 months. Give it a wash and it looks as good as it has when it has just been waxed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRF4N Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I use a quick detailer as a drying agent- adds to the shine left by wax and removes water marks But for folk who don't have the time and patience for a full detail quick detailers are cheap and cheerful. A lot of them are marketed to these people- instant shine with no effort Is supernatural a detailing spray? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djb55 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Still not sure what the point is then, if you have gone to the trouble of washing the car, and you want it to looks its best, why short cut with a cheap product that only lasts 'weeks'? I can understand people wanting a one stop shop for cleaning ie skipping the water part, which of course will result in massive swirls, but if you are washing it, why skip the bit that adds so much more? I wouldn't even use this on our family ford focus with 82k on the clock...dodo juice super natural, usually good for up to 3 months. Give it a wash and it looks as good as it has when it has just been waxed. Its very quick to apply and even quicker to buff off to a deep shine. There are no special chemicals, no magic potions, its just carnauba wax, google it and you will see the many applications its used in daily. Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Supernatural is a hard wax from dodo juice...the results thus: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 ^^ Oooh, very nice coldel. Bet you're missing the VX a bit now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humpy Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Supernatural works wonders... picture whoring time 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirag1988 Posted December 23, 2013 Author Share Posted December 23, 2013 Now that's a finish! I should have put car cleaning products on my Christmas present list, oh well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 Not sure I would like a graphic of my house on the side of my z but each to their own.. Payco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 ^^ @Humpy ~ Looks incredible. Great finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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