Paintwork maintenance (VW Beetle)

Conservation

After washing and drying the car, it is recommended to preserve the paintwork of the body with a special product containing wax. It closes pores, creates a smooth, waterproof surface, and protects the body from atmospheric influences. The body needs to be preserved if you notice that water spreads over the entire surface during washing, rather than collecting in drops. Regular maintenance helps to maintain the shine of the paintwork for a long time.

In addition to various preservative emulsions and pastes, there are preparations that are dissolved in ordinary water. Before starting preservation, the car must be washed and dried. Preservative additives to water effectively protect paintwork only if they are used regularly (at least once every 2-3 weeks). After washing with detergents, it is recommended to use a preservative in accordance with the directions for its use.

Caution! Do not preserve paintwork in direct sunlight!

Polishing

Polishing of the paintwork is necessary when, due to insufficient care, it has lost its shine under the influence of dust, industrial pollution, sun and rain, and various protective agents do not bring improvement.

It is not recommended to use abrasive or chemically aggressive products for polishing, even if the first attempt yielded good results. Before each polishing, the car must be washed and dried. The method of using the polish is described in the instructions supplied with it. Do not apply polish to a large surface at once to prevent it from drying out prematurely.

Note: After using some polishes, the car body must be preserved.

Caution! Do not polish in direct sunlight!

Surfaces coated with matte enamel, as well as parts made of light metals, do not require preservation or polishing.