I'm starting out with brand new paint (Aegean Blue) on my brand new car and want to make sure it looks nice for years to come. I don't have a garage and my driveway is nicely shaded by a large ash tree that is also a favorite roosting spot for approximately three million grackles. I live in an area under drought restrictions for watering (with no self car washing allowed at all). What can I use to remove those little presents each morning? Just a spray bottle of water kept by the back door and clean paper towels? Advice appreciated!

 

A clean towel (microfiber works well) and some quick detailer spray (any brand should be fine)

 

I spend far more time on the various detailing forums than I do here.
The best things you can do for bird droppings are: 1) attack as soon as possible to prevent any etching into your paint. 2)soak before wiping with either a waterless wash solution or quick detailer. 3)lightly wipe away the residue with a soft microfiber towel, then flip the towel to a clean side and lightly wipe dry.
I get bombed every August and September when the berries ripen on my neighbors 60 ft. tall wild cherry tree that overhangs my driveway. I cut a bunch of microfiber towels to 4"x4" patches and every morning before I leave for work, I'll spray the spot, cover with a towel and soak the towel.


After a 10-15 minute soak, I'll pinch the towel to pick up any residue, then fog the panel with a waterless wash solution and wipe the panel dry with a clean towel.
Keeping the paint protected with a quality wax also helps in removal.
Bill

 

you can use waterless wash like Griot's SprayOn CarWash. you will not need a bucket or a hose. check amazon for such products.

for bird crap i use a synthetic based quick detailer spray, disposable gloves, and a soft paper towel. while paper towels will haze the paint if you scub the surface it is better than having a nice MF towel with bird crap u will need to wash each time... well, imho. i dont have time to be washing towels everY f-king day.. and i can polish the light haze during the next sealant application.

best u dont park ur car under a tree as sap can get on it too. GL

 

btw wash your hands if you touch bird crap. it can carry a lot of nasty diseases. another reason why i dont want my MF towels to have birdcrap on them.