New car paint protection

It was nine years ago that I followed your advice and gave my brand new Citroen Berlingo a good 'seal' with Autoglym.

I now need to downsize (and go petrol) so I've now acquired a new Hyundai ix20 and want to ensure it keeps its looks - but the range of so-called recommended paint protection products and services is bewildering.

Liquid glass polish and paint sealant by Glare has been recommended - and despite my advancing years, seems to be something I could do myself for around £20 and a few hours exercise. What do you think?

Asked on 5 July 2013 by nosmig

Answered by Honest John

What I now use is Autoglym paint cleaner and Autoglym high def wax, which is quite expensive at about £45 a tub, but each application lasts about six months and a tub does the car potentially dozens of times.

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