Porsche Detailing 101: How to Keep Your Car Looking Showroom Fresh

Porsche Detailing 101 From Your Porsche Center: How to Keep Your Car Looking Showroom Fresh

Pre-Wash Your Car

Using a garden hose or a pressure washer, thoroughly rinse the exterior of your car, starting from the top and working your way down. After rinsing your vehicle, apply a gentle automotive snow foam. This initial step helps to loosen dirt, grime, and bugs so they can easily rinse off without harming the paint.

Wash the Wheels

It’s best to tackle the wheels first, which are the dirtiest, before you wash your vehicle to avoid road dirt and grime from splashing onto the body of your clean Porsche. Use a separate bucket with water and brushes to reach those tricky areas and work the foam into all the nooks and crannies.

Hand-Wash Your Car

Carefully wash the body of your Porsche using a high-quality car shampoo and a soft microfiber cloth or wash mitt. To prevent dirt transfer and swirl marks, use two buckets, one for the shampoo and one with clean water. Dry the surface thoroughly using a clean microfiber towel.

Perform a Clay Bar Treatment

The clay bar treatment is like magic for your car’s paintwork. Spray the body with a clay lubricant for easy application. Gently glide a clay bar across the surface using a back-and-forth motion to remove embedded contaminants effortlessly.

Dry Your Car Thoroughly

Use a chamois or a microfiber cloth to dry your vehicle panel by panel from the top to the bottom. Work quickly to prevent streaks and water spots. Wring out the cloths or swap them for dry ones regularly. Open the doors and dry the seals. Use a seal trim restorer to prevent cracks from forming and to enhance their appearance.

Protect the Surface With Wax

Preserve the fruits of your labor and safeguard your Porsche’s surface with a premium wax coating. After allowing the wax to dry, gently buff it with a damp microfiber cloth. Finish by using a clean, damp microfiber cloth to buff away any remaining product using circular motions. High-quality wax will protect the surface for three to six months.

Clean the Glass and Spruce Up the Tires

Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth or paper towels to give the windows a sparkling finish. For a glossy finish, apply a coat of tire dressing to your tires.

With the correct detailing techniques, care, and products, you can keep your Porsche looking shiny and new for thousands of miles. Visit Porsche Monmouth in West Long Branch, NJ, today for more information on how to keep your Porsche in top condition.