How often..?

fjgregor · 02-09-2015, 04:34 PM

How often do you guys wash your car? Weekly, bi-weekly, or just when it gets to the point where you can't see your car dirty anymore?

What kind of products do you use if you wash you car weekly? Recommend anything?

PA135i · 02-10-2015, 11:33 AM

Normally, once a week. (A thorough wash and quick detail if necessary)
But.... since it's been below freezing around where I live, it's not a good idea to wash it until the temps get above freezing for a day or two. The windows will freeze up and the door will not close properly. It's just common sense to not wash your car in below freezing temps.

chris82 · 02-10-2015, 12:47 PM

I try to keep my car clean, try is the key word. Winter I just do it when the weather permits, and in summer I like to do it once every 2 weeks if I can. I hate washing my car lol

2PUTT · 02-10-2015, 12:51 PM

non-winter months, i average about once per week. i try not to touch the car during winter to prevent any additional scratch/swirls. the most i will do for winter is do a powerwash on the exterior to get the salt and grim off. the cars/SUV usually get a late fall detail for protection. most of the grime sprays right off.

i order most of my products from detailersdomain.com.

tglazed · 02-12-2015, 08:47 PM

every sunday

hau_nguyen91 · 02-12-2015, 08:56 PM

Once every month if possible

bmw1racer · 02-12-2015, 10:02 PM

Biweekly.

Esteban · 02-13-2015, 04:30 AM

Have a full detail done four times a year. Use Meguiars Ultimate Quick Detailer whenever necessary to keep her spotless and shiny between details. Parked in the garage every night. Use a California Duster on her every morning. Always looks great!

P1 · 02-13-2015, 09:38 AM

When I feel like it's dirty. I do try and vacuum on a weekly basis though.

Kgolf31 · 02-13-2015, 09:46 AM

Usually try and wash after every autocross event due to brake dust buildup.

I use Chemical Guys Maxi-Suds II and sheepskin mitt.

Using Quick Detailer for anything besides touchup immediately after a wash, you're going to damage paint

Esteban · 02-13-2015, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kgolf31

Using Quick Detailer for anything besides touchup immediately after a wash, you're going to damage paint

Been using Meguiars Quick Detailer between details going on five years and the paint looks perfect. Showroom quality. My detailer AND my dealer can't believe, by looking at it, that my car is going on five years old.

Olgeezer1 · 09-12-2015, 01:39 PM

A garaged car is a whole lot less work. Unfortunately I don't have that luxury (except in winter - heated,underground storage). I use a Covercraft Evolution fitted cover and since you can't cover a dirty car without scratching the paint and contaminating the cover it means a quick rinse every few days. With a well waxed car only takes a few minutes, hose in one hand,wash mitt in the other, no soap. Quick wipe down and drive it dry.

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PA135i Brigadier General 968 Rep 3,323 Posts Drives: 08 135i 08 CR-V Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pennsylvania iTrader: (0)	Normally, once a week. (A thorough wash and quick detail if necessary) But.... since it's been below freezing around where I live, it's not a good idea to wash it until the temps get above freezing for a day or two. The windows will freeze up and the door will not close properly. It's just common sense to not wash your car in below freezing temps. __________________ Sparkling Graphite Metallic / 6MT / Terracotta Boston Leather / Sport Package / Comfort Access system / Gray Poplar wood trim / Heated front seats / iPod and USB adapter / HD radio / Premium hi-fi system / OE Tuning / VRSF Intercooler & charge pipe / BMW Performance short shift kit / BMW M Performance Handbrake Handle / BMW Stainless steel pedals / V1 hardwired / rear sun shades *Pennsylvania 20 electoral votes*
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chris82 Brigadier General 827 Rep 3,856 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NY NY iTrader: (8) Garage List 2009 BMW 128i [9.80]	I try to keep my car clean, try is the key word. Winter I just do it when the weather permits, and in summer I like to do it once every 2 weeks if I can. I hate washing my car lol
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2PUTT Captain 513 Rep 943 Posts Drives: F87 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Ubiquitous iTrader: (5)	non-winter months, i average about once per week. i try not to touch the car during winter to prevent any additional scratch/swirls. the most i will do for winter is do a powerwash on the exterior to get the salt and grim off. the cars/SUV usually get a late fall detail for protection. most of the grime sprays right off. i order most of my products from detailersdomain.com.
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tglazed Lieutenant 46 Rep 406 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: SLC, Utah iTrader: (1)	every sunday
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Esteban Major General 43595 Rep 7,224 Posts Drives: a slow car fast Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Have a full detail done four times a year. Use Meguiars Ultimate Quick Detailer whenever necessary to keep her spotless and shiny between details. Parked in the garage every night. Use a California Duster on her every morning. Always looks great! __________________
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P1 Lieutenant General 11569 Rep 11,136 Posts Drives: 2004 3/4 ton Duramax Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: United States iTrader: (1)	When I feel like it's dirty. I do try and vacuum on a weekly basis though.
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Kgolf31 Brigadier General 459 Rep 4,531 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC, 2012 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio iTrader: (4)	Usually try and wash after every autocross event due to brake dust buildup. I use Chemical Guys Maxi-Suds II and sheepskin mitt. Using Quick Detailer for anything besides touchup immediately after a wash, you're going to damage paint
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Olgeezer1 Lieutenant 183 Rep 505 Posts Drives: 2010 128i 6MT Sport Pkg. 18" Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 E82 128i N52 [0.00]	A garaged car is a whole lot less work. Unfortunately I don't have that luxury (except in winter - heated,underground storage). I use a Covercraft Evolution fitted cover and since you can't cover a dirty car without scratching the paint and contaminating the cover it means a quick rinse every few days. With a well waxed car only takes a few minutes, hose in one hand,wash mitt in the other, no soap. Quick wipe down and drive it dry.
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