Hello,
Background: I own a 1994 Saab 900s. As it is 12 years old, the paint (White) isn't that lustrious, but it is still paint (I.E. No rust, oxidation, etc.). In spots it doesn't seem to have much gloss as if the clear coat has worn off, but I don't know anything about paint/clearcoats really. I bought this Nu-Finish stuff (orange bottle) to try to help the vehicle look a little better. I used it last weekend and it seemed to help overall. As advertised, water beeds way more than it did and the overall appearance is better. Obviously not show room, but definitely better. The bottle recommends a second coat after 30 days and then you're good for a year.
Concern: When applying this stuff, my rag turned whitish-gray. This indicated to me that paint was being removed from the vehicle. The bottle says it is safe for clearcoats, so if it removes a layer of paint then: 1- how does it "protect" and allow water beeding? Can it simultaneously strip and lay protection? If so, then... 2- Does that mean that if I had good clearcoat over the entire car that my rag would not have been saturated in paint, thus just removing a layer of clearcoat?
Main question/point: I own a 2002 Jaguar X-Type. As it is only four years old, the paint (British Racing Green) is decent. When washed, the vehicle shines rather well, but does have some swirl marks and scratches. I would like to improve the shine it has after washing, but I am concerned about using this Nu-Finish stuff given the results I have with the Saab.
Summary: The result of using Nu-Finish on my Saab is positive, but I attribute that to it being 12 years old with a lack-luster finish. I would like to improve my four year old Jaguar's finish, but I am concerned about damaging it using this product. I am rather ignorant about finishes and caring for them, so if you choose to reply with answers/suggestions, please take nothing for granted and assuming I know nothing about the subject... somewhat like a "Nu-Finish for Dummies." I hope I've come accross clear enough, if not, please ask specific questions and I will answer them directly.
Thanks,
toofas