I was wondering what any fellow ultimate detailing geeks like myself thought about Claying the car new?
It's not something I've ever done to a brand new car before, but whilst the salesman tried to convince me not to remove (holds stomach to even say it) 'GardX' from the order (included by default). He showed me a MK7 GT that had just arrived untreated, the paint was rough as to the feel...
GardX is not an option to me, I've had it on a BM before and can remember the struggle to get rid of it from the paint. Fair enough if you want an 'ok' looking car and an easy wash...
Everything I've read so far says that the paint is cured long before the car reaches delivery, so there should be no problem claying the car immediately before applying good wax. I'd much prefer to do this than have something like GardX painted over all the contaminants to give a 'smooth feel'...
I'm used to black cars, although going for white this time, so not new to having to clay. But I have to admit I've never done it on a brand new car before, have always waited 6 months... wondered if anyone had any thoughts?
