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Old 05-02-2009, 08:49 PM
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I am the proud owner of a lime green Beetle. The problem with my lovely beetle, aka Super Splat, is that I cannot keep her clean. Always dirty, always something. Lol. Anybody have any idea's?
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Old 05-02-2009, 09:57 PM
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Not trying to be an "educated donkey" but nothing a good washing won't fix. That's Super Splat's(great name) way of saying....

"I've gotta have some of your attention..... give it to me"

Okay, sorry for the Pretenders reference. Seriously, Sometimes a good wash and more importantly a wax, makes all the difference in subsequent maintenance. I use Meguiars NXT Spray wax, and it does wonders. OH, another great thing to get as well is a California Duster. These things are a lifesaver. They will knock off the dust build up like a champion. I'd reccomend a quick detailer spray and some microfiber cloths as well.

Now when it comes to the interior, that's another story

Give us some specific deatils on what your cleaning chores consist of. That would be a great way us to help you

We share your pain, especially me, a black nB owner. Keeping Cup clean is a labor of love I don't mind taking on.
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Old 05-02-2009, 10:46 PM
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Al is right. You just have to keep washing and waxing them. A spiffy ride makes it all worthwhile.

I just started using Meguiars NXT cream wax. It is much easier to use and maybe more effective than old Turtle Wax. Keeping a good wax job on it always makes the next cleaning that much easier.
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Old 05-03-2009, 01:37 AM
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ON the interior I usually do the leather, the dash board, steering colum, along with the center cup holder area. I dont think Splat likes me very much when I give her a wash though lol, she tends to at funny after a wash
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ON the interior I usually do the leather, the dash board, steering colum, along with the center cup holder area. I dont think Splat likes me very much when I give her a wash though lol, she tends to at funny after a wash
I absolutely LOVE Meguire's leather cleaner spray! I use it on everything, it smells so good! Even stuff that's not leather can't hide from my CRAZY spraying abilities! haha!
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Old 05-03-2009, 06:38 AM
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Haha amen Randi!! Im a big fan of Armor All. But I guess there's something new I should try now =]
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Armor All is complete junk. You should stop using it, it's not good for your plastics.
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Old 05-03-2009, 02:34 PM
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Thanks SMG. I didnt know that.
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Armor All is complete junk. You should stop using it, it's not good for your plastics.
Armor All made my tires turn brown..


Meguire's tire shine didn't! And it smells like grapes!! haha. I smell everything apparently.
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