I ADDED THIS TO SHOW AND SHINE:
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=21630

What are the approaches to preserving a car's finish? The old standard is wash and wax. Recently I heard about paint protection and diamond gloss.

My RX-8 salesperson recommended Ziebart; these are approximate results from a phone call with them:
- Wash and Wax, $70
- Paint protection, < $200 to put on, and then $30/year
- Diamond gloss, >$200 to put on, no yearly service

I am OK spending the money if it works and maintains the finish. Any comments on how/if these work, or ways to preserve the finish (those listed above or others), would be appreciated.

Also, what about rust proofing? I haven't used that for my last few cars. In addition to (maybe) protecting the car, I think it reduces road noise; it won't make the car lighter, I don't know if adds significant weight, or if there are other issues.

I plan on keeping the RX-8 long term. I kept my last car 9.5 years. I don't know how long an RX-8 is keep-able. My winter drives include salt and whatever else is put on the roads.

Thanks.

 

You might get a better response if this was in Show and Shine.