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Thanks to EVERYONE for your fantastic and very helpful suggestions. I've read all 4 parts of the 2006 NBP Acura TL blog and MAN was that amazing! I learned a lot from just that one blog, especially how to avoid re-scratching the post-restored finish as a result of incorrect washing and drying...

Thank you SanmerDetailing.

Thank you psynx. I plan to start with ld and use lc only if needed. I already have enough swirls, light as they may be!

Critical Details, thank you for the advice. Although the car is driven infrequently, and even then, only in dry weather on dry roads, I notice that even after the most careful hand washing with a lambs wool mit, some swirls appear. Or maybe just by looking at it cross eyed - it's nuts. Thanks...

Thank you Blackhawk. Just as dooyaunastan suggested, I will take your collective advice and start with the least aggressive cut on a small, least conspicuous section and see what results before moving to anything stronger (only if needed).

Thanks for the quick and very helpful reply. You read my mind, as my next question was whose microfiber towels to use. I suspect the ones I've been using from Costco are not quite up to snuff. Please let me know what you recommend.

My 2008 Nighthawk (Nightmare?) Black pearl Honda has never been driven in rain or snow, but it recently lost its garage space and is now exposed to the elements. The paint has always been sealed and while it has good gloss, the dreaded spider webs and holograms are now visible. I've used a...

Hi Bill. Snow sufferer in Fairfield. Car doesn't like it either!

Thanks LH for commiserating with my pain. This is my first (and probably last) black car. A blessing when the paint is smooth and clean but a never ending job keeping it that way. You're right about it being a nightmare! :iagree:

Hi everyone. I've been lurking the past few weeks in several forums and am convinced this is a great group of people who share the passion. I've got a 2008 Nighthawk Black Pearl Honda Civic Si coupe that's never been driven in rain or snow (honest!) and brings me pleasure behind the wheel or...