New C4 Owner :-)
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From: Springfield VA
New C4 Owner :-)
Hi All,
I just picked up my first Corvette last week, a white 95 C4. I'm already loving it. Driving the Honda Civic Hybrid just isn't the same anymore. :-)
I am wondering what I should use to keep it in mint condition? What do you guys recommend for a cleaning/waxing regimine? Its not (unfortunately) going to be garaged, so I imagine I'll need to do a waxing frequently.
Any tips?
Thanks - Brian
I just picked up my first Corvette last week, a white 95 C4. I'm already loving it. Driving the Honda Civic Hybrid just isn't the same anymore. :-)
I am wondering what I should use to keep it in mint condition? What do you guys recommend for a cleaning/waxing regimine? Its not (unfortunately) going to be garaged, so I imagine I'll need to do a waxing frequently.
Any tips?
Thanks - Brian
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (bteeter)
Welcome to the Forum and congrats on your new Vette. I understand how even the old "hot rod" doesn't quite seem the same as the Vette.
You will get quite a varitety of answers on car care as there are a number of good products on the market.
I use Maguires top-of-the line products on my Vette and have also tried several others. Many like Zaino products for a deep shine on dark & red cars.
For under hood (rubber, plastic and such) I like Armorall and Formula 2001. To prevent a dust gathering film, I apply liberally and buff off any excess to a shine.
For leather I prefer Gliptone cleaner & conditioner as they leave the leather supple with that "new car" aroma.
I too must leave my Vette outside so I suggest a California duster to remove light dry dust film and a washing if moisture has attached the dust to the paint.
Enjoy your Corvette and save the wave.
You will get quite a varitety of answers on car care as there are a number of good products on the market.
I use Maguires top-of-the line products on my Vette and have also tried several others. Many like Zaino products for a deep shine on dark & red cars.
For under hood (rubber, plastic and such) I like Armorall and Formula 2001. To prevent a dust gathering film, I apply liberally and buff off any excess to a shine.
For leather I prefer Gliptone cleaner & conditioner as they leave the leather supple with that "new car" aroma.
I too must leave my Vette outside so I suggest a California duster to remove light dry dust film and a washing if moisture has attached the dust to the paint.
Enjoy your Corvette and save the wave.
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (bteeter)
Welcome & congrads: if outside: i'd invest in a good car cover, i use Zaino brothers strictly... sure you'll hear alot of the same from the forum...
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (bteeter)
Mine is a white '95 as well, great cars but you gotta keep 'em clean. Nothing worse than a dirty vette. Use Zaino wax and a car cover since you can't keep her in a garage.
They are great cars, you are going to love it!
:seeya
They are great cars, you are going to love it!
:seeya
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (bteeter)
Brian, congratulations and welcome! :cheers: 95 is a fine year for the LT1 :thumbs: I use Meguiar's products for my interior, and machine polish the exterior (once a year) with Menzerna, then follow up Zaino (5 coats). For a good car shampoo, Zymol makes a fine product. Lets see those photos of your new pride & joy!
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (bteeter)
Congrats and welcome to the addiction!!!
This is a great place to hang out !
This is a great place to hang out !
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (Beautiful Beast)
Mine is a '95 as well, great cars but you gotta keep 'em clean. Nothing worse than a dirty vette. Use Zaino wax and a car cover since you can't keep her in a garage.
They are great cars, you are going to love it!
:seeya
They are great cars, you are going to love it!
:seeya
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (bteeter)
Welcome Brian,
I agree with the post reguarding waxing etc. Remember the SUN, although FUN, can be the ultimate killer for paint & interior. Car cover & SHADE, can help alot! Have fun! :hat
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I agree with the post reguarding waxing etc. Remember the SUN, although FUN, can be the ultimate killer for paint & interior. Car cover & SHADE, can help alot! Have fun! :hat
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (bteeter)
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By the way....did you bring your checkbook????? Welcome :jester
By the way....did you bring your checkbook????? Welcome :jester
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Re: New C4 Owner :-) (BAM92)
Welcome. :seeya
If your car isnt already modded, then I will recommend that you leave your car alone if you want to save money. Once you start, you cant stop. :cheers:
If your car isnt already modded, then I will recommend that you leave your car alone if you want to save money. Once you start, you cant stop. :cheers:
