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Hi all!

So, I had my car buffed, and helped my buddy apply some tech wax afterwards. While the black paint on the 2016 Nissan Rogue looks great, I'm just not getting that "pop." from the paint. Can any of you suggest a good wax for black paint? Is Meguiars Ultimate Black any good?

i really want awesome reflections on corrected paint. Would love to hear some suggestions.

Also, what do you all think of a red 2015 KIA Sportage. I was thinking about getting one, but am kind of thinking it's an it girly?

Thanks much!
 
Are you using ultimate wax or black wax?

What was the process? Product used.
 
custmsprty said:
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Damn! You guys are awesome! We used Meguiar's M105/205 and then topped it off with Collinite 845 I believe. So, I would like to get some better protection with more "pop." or wetter/deeper depth.

Is Duragloss 105 good?

Also, what do you all thinking of the 2012-2015 KIA Sportage?
 
Jman136 said:
Damn! You guys are awesome! We used Meguiar's M105/205 and then topped it off with Collinite 845 I believe. So, I would like to get some better protection with more "pop." or wetter/deeper depth.

Is Duragloss 105 good?

Also, what do you all thinking of the 2012-2015 KIA Sportage?
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Being I own a 2105 Nissan Rogue, no comment on your Kia question.

I just bought my daughter a 2016 Nissan Altima SR in the same Pearl White as my Rogue and the price was so ridculously low I can't post it here.

Check this S & S I did, hopefully this helps steer you in a good direction:

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/97678-polish-angel-esclate-viking-coat.html
 
Jman136 said:
Damn! You guys are awesome! We used Meguiar's M105/205 and then topped it off with Collinite 845 I believe. So, I would like to get some better protection with more "pop." or wetter/deeper depth.

Is Duragloss 105 good?

Also, what do you all thinking of the 2012-2015 KIA Sportage?
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Sounds like you need a final step in your polishing. No wax, sealant or coating will do what good prepped paint will give you.
 
Jman136 said:
Also, what do you all think of a red 2015 KIA Sportage. I was thinking about getting one, but am kind of thinking it's an it girly?
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*nods*
What's the deal with thinking about getting a red 2015 Kia Sportage? Would you be inheriting the vehicle? Or how cheap is it being offered for? I can't help but think there's more to the story, because that's a pretty undesirable sounding vehicle, even for an extra car to commute to work and save gas or whatever..
 
I can get a really good deal on it from my neighbor who is selling his because he will be going oversees (military). Anyway, 2-: just curious what you all thought of them, reliability and look wise? I am 34 and need the AWD. My wife currently has a 2016 Nissan Rogue which is more refined, but the Sportage is more fun to drive. Anyway, not sure what to get that's somewhat sporty and AWD ):
 
Hey if you like it then get it. Especially if it's a deal. But I dunno, I'd recommend you get something more like a 1979 Cadillac Coupe Deville.. Based on what you said, I think you'd be pleasantly surprised. The ride on those cars is unreal. You put passengers to sleep it's so damn comfortable.. Look into them. You'll love it.
 
I find that no matter what I do, unless the paint is relatively flat, it's not going to "mirror out".

For finish polishing, I've been short cycling Meguiar's M205, and been getting some improvements in gloss. Basically speed 4 on the Porter Cable, and two passes instead of my usual four. Light pressure, and a Blue Buff and Shine Polishing pad.
 
Just02896 said:
Wow, a 2105 Nissan. Early release, huh? Lol!
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That's a Back to the Future Altima LOL.

Now you have something to look forard to in 2106.

Unfortunately because of prior committments to them I have to keep it undercover and can't post here until 2106 per my agreement. Sorry. But it's awesome, can you say hover boardish!!!
 
dlc95 said:
I find that no matter what I do, unless the paint is relatively flat, it's not going to "mirror out".
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That's correct.^ As a matter of fact it's 1 of the most important factors. Another thing that helps factor in is having a large flat panel for the perfectly flat paint to rest on.. And at a whopping 18.5' feet, the 79 Coupe Deville has 1 of the longest and flattest hoods ever conceived. The original slogan for the late 70's Coupe Deville's was "This car was born to pop"

It's a whole 4' longer than a Kia Sportage.. Just imagine the possibilities of having an extra 4' of flat land real estate once it's wetsanded and polished to perfection... You could almost park the Kia on the hood of that Coupe Deville.

I bet the 79' Cadillac Coupe Deville is starting to look a bit more appealing isn't it? Lol.
 
Jman136 said:
Damn! You guys are awesome! We used Meguiar's M105/205 and then topped it off with Collinite 845 I believe. So, I would like to get some better protection with more "pop." or wetter/deeper depth.

Is Duragloss 105 good?

Also, what do you all thinking of the 2012-2015 KIA Sportage?
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i have a black kia sorento, if u buy the red one used check the hood and front fender thoroughly for paint chipping, mine is absolutely horrible and i didnt see it before buying, now i have to get it repainted. anyway try using the miguiars three pro machine glaze before appying wax that will make it pop, also dont forget to clay
 
Eldorado2k said:
*nods*
What's the deal with thinking about getting a red 2015 Kia Sportage? Would you be inheriting the vehicle? Or how cheap is it being offered for? I can't help but think there's more to the story, because that's a pretty undesirable sounding vehicle, even for an extra car to commute to work and save gas or whatever..
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lol no its not, a beat up 2001 chevy cavalier would be an example of a undesirable sounding vehicle, the sportages are nice, good on gas, same as a nissian rouge really
 
Rsurfer said:
Sounds like you need a final step in your polishing. No wax, sealant or coating will do what good prepped paint will give you.
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I second this, OP. I did my car about a month ago with Menzerna SF3500 and it really popped. A few weeks later, I decided I wanted to put a coating on the car. I figured I'd give M205 a go this time to remove the LSP I had on the car and take out the very few remaining surface imperfections. M205 cuts like a beast for a polish (at least on my paint) but I noticed I wasn't getting that pop I did the first time. The imperfections were removed but the paint didn't appear nearly as glossy and the clarity of the reflections wasn't there. I took out the Menzerna SF3500 and boom, the pop was back. SF3500 just finished much better on my paint. I'm thinking it's a similar situation with you. Give a finer polish a try.
 
fightnews said:
lol no its not, a beat up 2001 chevy cavalier would be an example of a undesirable sounding vehicle, the sportages are nice, good on gas, same as a nissian rouge really
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I haven't looked at a Kia Sportage since their original release.. They looked bad and undersized then and I never looked back. So when I picture a red 2015 Kia Sportage, the 1st thing that comes to mind is something that resembles a 1st gen Toyota Rav 4, and those little vehicles were hot garbage. I could be wrong, but Kia Sportage lost me from day 1. Lol.

And I'd happily accept your offer of a Chevy Cavalier! The 1st thing I'd do is de badge it, and then re badge it with brand new Cadillac Cimaron emblems. Best of all, since that's pretty much the only difference between those 2 vehicles in the mid 80's, I'd have a legit factory example of a now rare Cadillac. After I'd be done detailing it, it would look exactly like this! [watch this video and you'll be stunned at how mint]

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=EmWOJIhTZGQ

Meanwhile, you'll be stuck driving around in a vehicle looking like an old Rav4. Lol. J/k:)
 
Most new cars are more than adequate to drive now a days. However they make so many news ones cause everyone has different wants and desires of a vehicle.

Just cause one guy thinks I would only drive a corvette a guy with 4 kids sure can't really do that feasibly and would opt for a van or a three row suv thing.

I had a Kia Optima last November in Florida as a rental and was overall impressed and happy with it. It wasn't Lexus interior quality or SRT hellcat acceleration or ford raptor off road ready but it was a fine car for driving the week.

New Kia Hyundai stuff all seems pretty good IMO they have come a long way.

Like someone else said if you like it and it's a good deal buy it...in the car world there are good deals everywhere if you don't need a car.
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I actually have a 2014 Kia Sorento sitting right outside in the driveway. I'm the only person who's ever washed the vehicle since it was new. It still looks brand new in every single aspect.

http://i.imgur.com/HDrZN66.jpg

Boy and girl. Lol.

http://i.imgur.com/nRHmeNH.jpg

The Kia actually gets better taken care of than the Caddy. Meaning I almost never allow the Kia to become dirty.

http://i.imgur.com/DFF95hP.jpg

That being said, I honestly have no idea what a current model Kia Sportage looks like. I know what a Kia Soul looks like thanks to the commercials with the driving rats, but the rats haven't made any Sportage commercials. Lol. As far as the Kia goes.. Hey it starts up everyday. But then again it should, it's brand new. Every car should be A+ at this stage.

OP post says the current Sportage looks a bit like a girly car maybe.. What would you do? Me personally, I wouldn't spend any more than the price of a beater for a vehicle I didn't pick out myself and actually want to have and drive. Spending thousands for a daily driver that you don't perticularly like is something I would never do. Anything above $1,500 beater prices and I better have a desire to own the car. If you're a car guy, lifes too short not to own the kind of car you actually like.

Just my 2 cents.
 
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