I have had my 8 for about a year now and have done a reasonable job of keeping it clean. However, the paint near the badges seems to be very difficult to clean and is really starting to look nasty. I considered removing the badges, detailing then re-installing but after reading the badge removal posts that seems like too much of a hassle. Anyone have any ideas?

 

Avoid using carnauba wax. A sealant (synthetic polish) will work really well and if you happen to not buff it off completely, it will just leave an almost clear haze. Just use a microfiber towel and don't buff it off too hard to get every last bit off the edges so you won't cause scratches.

 

what about the "inbetween" parts?

 

Are you using a wash mitt or something else to wash your car? A wash mitt will allow you to reach any part of your car with the possible exception of behind the wheel spokes or far into the exhaust shrouds if you have a larger aftermarket exhaust.

A detail clearcoat polish allows you to hit the badges and the paint so you don't have to proceed with a seperate process on the two or have any issues getting inside the badges.

 

i use q tips and soap to get those areas clean. :\ hope that helps

 

just dont rub too hard with the qtips or u'll scratch the paint.

trust me.

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i've done it
:'(

 

wow, I cant beleive i didnt even think of that....THANKS!!!

 

rocks, i'm glad your hanging out here more lately, must be settled in germany finally... dooood, what you need is a dirty german maid girl to clean your car for you(at least thats what you'll tell amy she's for )

 

what makes you think i don thave one already.....maybe two XD

 

A soft plastic brush or old toothbrush would work too Would hold up better than a wet q-tip, IMO

 

^^^^ Yup. I bought a set of artists brushes from the craft store. Works great for removing dirt, excess dry wax, and random junk from all the little crevices. I have a BB and havent noticed any scrates interior or exterior.

 

q-tips and some mean green.