Just wondering what is the process with a brand new car. Does it already have wax on the paint? do i need to clay bar and wax. Does applying a few coats of wax stop stone chips?

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Check out the Proper Washing methods and other related car care maintenance info here.
Sometimes the dealer will quick detail it, which usually does more damage then its worth. Although the Bimmer I did today had zero protection, and its pretty new.
Clay and wax, at a minimum is highly advisable. Again, check the section above for some good articles by members.
Wax will not prevent stone chips, only a PPF (Paint Protection Film) can do that.

 

Okay I would have thought maybe some type of waxing would have be done on a new car. But I will give her the clay bar and a good coat

 

Shoes, claying may present you a set issues, if you elect to go right to a sealant afterwards.

 

So i read the articles but what would you most recommend I do with a new car to start off.

 

Definetly clay and wax/seal. It's highly unlikely the dealer did a full detail possibly a wash, wax and wheel dressing. This usually appeals to the consumer at the time of pickup. How the vehicle was transported, how long it sat in the lot and not knowing what the dealer prep consists of are reasons I would opt to clay and wax/seal. As Exceldetail pointed out claying and waxing is essential for protection of a new vehicle. Use a claybar to remove surface contamination like brake dust and industrial fallout. Use a paint cleaner or a mild polish to add gloss and reflectivity to the paint and finally a layer of sealant/wax to protect the paint. Wax will not protect/prevent the surface from chips and road debris. The best way is the use of PPF.

 

thank you all for the help.

 

There, other issues solved.....
Adding this step is a fundamental in proper appearance.

 

WASH, CLAY, POLISH, WAX.



no..... wax is not that thick to provide protection against rocks. lol