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Best Spray Wax/Protectant?

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Main Forum' started by Argyros, Oct 14, 2023.

  1. Argyros

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    I know this is definitely subjective, but I've used so many different Graphene/Ceramic Spray Waxes, Protectants- I wanted to reach out to get everyone's opinion on which one(s) they think are the best.

    My options in the garage right now and my reviews-

    Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Graphene Pure Shine Misting Detailer.
    For a quick good shine up after waxing/protecting.
    (Also works on any surface, including glass)

    Other Spray Waxes:

    Meguiars Ceramic Spray Wax- supposedly protects and shines paint surface; need to wet vehicle, then apply, then let dry and finally wax to a shine. - Jury's out on this- haven't seen enough results on this to be for this product.

    NexGen Carnauba Spray Wax and NexGen Ceramic Spray- I've used both on my new Prius, prior to using Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions- first sprayed on the Caruba Wax, then the Ceramic Spray. This seemed to have a great slick surface and nice shine afterwards. I topped both off with the Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Graphene Misting Detailer.

    SO here's the thing- I've washed/waxed my cars in the past and pretty much have tried everything it seems; want to get everyone's idea of which one is great (not just good) for others on the Prius Chat!

    Pictures would be great too! I don't have any right now from today's wash/wax/protectant, but will take some tomorrow and post them for reference of these 3 processes I used.
     
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    Ok- here's the pic with 3 applications- the first two above, then Lucas Slick Mist Speed Wax. Can't wait to see what the Wolfgang Uber Spray looks like on it!
     
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    Here's the pic taken today- great shine for a 3 step process!
     
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    Beautiful, Beautiful car !
     
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    My Blizzard Pearl 2012 Prius v is on it's second application of Simoniz Glass Coat in close 12 years. I never waxed it in 12 years, and it still beads water when washed. It is available of eBay without the enormous dealer application mark up for about $30 a bottle delivered.
     
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    Thank you DecorahDave!!
     
  10. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    That's an insane shine!

    I use Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Wax. First new wax in over a decade. It took me forever to go through the tin of my old carnuba paste wax lol. Figured it's time to see what the new products are like. Pretty happy with the spray wax so far.
     
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    Thanks Tideland! For some reason, I keep thinking that I can get it to be better!
     
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    I wish you luck!

    To get that kind of impression on a silver car through a computer screen is high praise already!
     
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    Probably because the sun was starting to set- lots of nuances to the lighting.
     
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    I’ve been using Meguiars NXT wax for about 15 years now, on various cars. Easy to apply and buff, seems durable.