Astro Shield Auto Polish. This stuff is great!

 

When I first started this thread I had just ordered Blackfire products. I see Blackfire is second in the survey to Zaino (granted, a couple other products weren't mentioned in the survey...sorry). I've used Blackfire car wash, polish, protectant, clay bar, and detailing spray. These are my thoughts on each:

Blackfire clay bar: Since the car's finish was in pretty good shape when I took delivery, I don't think the clay bar really did much.

Blackfire polish: I am quite impressed with the shine this product provides, and it did an excellent job fixing a scratch/scuff on my finish.

Blackfire protectant (wax): Completely unimpressed with the durability of this product. I had to re-apply the wax after just two washes with Blackfire car wash. Water stopped beading up after just two washes.

Blackfire detailing spray: Wow! This stuff is wonderful. I apply it right after waxing to cut down on the static charge, and I am amazed at how much of a gloss it adds to the finish!

Blackfire car wash (shampoo): Seems to do what it's asked, unless it's too strong which may be why I have to re-apply wax every two washes.

My next paint finish products will be Zaino. I'll see how that stuff works. But this Crystal Guard seems to be popular, too.

 

Anyone ever hear of or use 5 Star Shine? I tried it and is seems awesome so far.

 

I use either 3M glaze or Aurora 3000 glaze from auto paint supply house. soft cloth, wipe on and rub just a bit- finish looks like glass- it will get out some of the orange peel from Nissan's paint shop eventually. it will squeak when you are done (really!) i have used the stuff on my F40 also for the last two years- really good results.

 

I just started using Zaino products. They are fantastic. Easy to use and my Z looks like a mirror. Had first rain yesterday and the water just slid off. Great stuff.