Greetings one and all, and hoping you're all having a great 2012!

I have a '12 Fit Base, White, and am searching for a good wax that:
1) Is in liquid form.
2) Is easy to apply and remove.
3) Will not leave residue on plastic or rubber parts.
4) Low on dust.
5) Cost under $25.
6) Reasonably long lasting....let's say about 4-6 weeks.

I have read reviews for the following waxes: Turtle Wax ICE, Meguiar's NXT 2.0 and Meguair's Ultimate Liquid Wax.

I like the fact that the TW ICE and Meg's Ultimate Liquid waxes leave no residue on rubber/plastic and are low on dust. But searching the web can be tedious. (Last I checked there were well over 30K entries!) I'm hopelessly lost! Help! LOL!

 

I'm also trying to decide what to use on my new car. I find the product reviews on amazon to be very helpful. Still haven't decided though.

 

Well, it used to be called 'the Wax Shops Super Glaze' but that has been discontinued and replaced by
The Wax Shop Super Glaze HD Replacement is VIP Liquid Wax from Wax Depot

It fits everything you are wanting.
Super easy to apply, even easier to take off.
Leaves no residue and doesn't do anything to black trim except make it glossy.

-Dean

 

I have only used one of the three you listed and I can tell you the NXT 2.0 is a fantastic sealant that leaves a great shine and lasts fairly long. However, it makes plastic look great for a couple of weeks and then turns it chalky white.

I'm sure there is something else out there, but Liquitech products work great. Their Finish Fast detailer works better than most waxes/sealants and leaves absolutely no residue Products › Finish Fast Spray Enhancer | Finish First Polish

I use their Finish First polish on my motorcycles and it's INCREDIBLE! I'm just too lazy to use it on the Fit.

 

Can't remember the last time I waxed a car, and I'm 59.

 

Thanks much, Dean! I used their products in the past and had great results. I didn't know that they were still around. I'm going to pay a visit to their website....thx again!

-Rossmeister

 

Another vote for Meguiar's NXT 2.0 or Ultimate Liquid Wax either one will do a great job. Make sure you do a paint check with your hand to see if the paint feels bumpy after you wash it, if it does that means you should clay bar it as well. Just because it's a 2012 doesn't mean it automatically has smooth as glass paint, remember it had a long commute to get to your dealership.

 

I use Meguiar's NXT 2.0 and Fukken Wax as a detailing wax: Best Car Wax | Waterless Car Wax | Spray On Car Wax | Fukken Wax Canada

After trying a whole lot of products, I find this to be a great combination. The Fukken wax is extremely easy to use, leaves an incredible shine and lasts.

 

I recently purchased a a pair of Meg's Water Magnet MF towels. I was previously using 'The Absorber' to dry my car. Hope I made the right decision.

And the debate over using a Foam vs. MF wax applicator is all over the web. Some say the foam applicator is fine. Others contend the MF is the way to go. Any opinions?

Now I'm saving for Cobra Gold Plush Jr. 3 pack MF polishing towels. Any thoughts on this product?

Man! Never thought caring for my car's finish could be so complicated! LOL

 

Most waffle weave microfiber towels are going to be a far step above the absorber in the ability to safely dry a car. If you want the ultimate in safety use air to dry the car. That is what I do.

I prefer foam when applying waxes and sealants. Just make sure to not cheap out and buy a good quality foam applicator. Chemical Guys makes a foam applicator called UFO and it is the best I have used.

Cobra MF products are a good overall product really, but lately I have seen some complaints of them arriving with fraying edges. I personally only use Pakshak microfibers on my painted and powder coated surfaces. If you do buy Cobra make sure you get them from a place that will willfully exchange them for you. I personally recommend autogeek for pretty much all detailing needs.

To address your original question:
Collinite #845 is one of the best waxes available PERIOD. For the price it is almost impossible to beat. It fits every one of your qualifications and is only around $15 a bottle. It also will make your paint look like it is about fifty feet deep.

 

Thanks for the quick and helpful reply, Funkster! Pakshak. Hmm. Did a little research and seems that it's located in my home state of HI! They have numerous MF items. Which would you recommend for a guy (like me) on a VERY tight budget?

 

You really can't go wrong with any of them. They are currently running a special on most of their towles it appears. The $4.50 Ultra Plush 16"x16" towels are what I usually use on door jams, edges of seals, etc. However, the only reason is because I have some very fluffy towels I prefer to use on paint.

That being said, I would feel comfortable using them on my paint if I needed to. Pick up a few of those if it is in your budget. You won't regret it. Also feel free to bump a more exotic towel in there if you can afford to.

The 16"x16" Fire and Ice towel is one of the nicest MF towels I have ever used.

 

Once again, great information Funkster. I never even knew about Collinite #845. That is high praise for sure. May have to try it out.

 

My pleasure 2012.