Simonize? to restore paint luster

I've owned my own detailing budiness for over 12 years and for the longest time had no idea what the heck people meant when they called and asked "How much to Simonize my car?". I finally got it. These are mostly old timers who are using a product name to describe a process (i.e. Armor-All the tires). While the product line is still available, it's nothing special.

What car is the paint on that you're inquiring about? Is it clear-coated? What is the conditon of the paint? Is it the OEM paint or has it been re-finished?

 

Paste wax. Can still get it [size=+2] HERE! [/size]

They used to also make a "cleaner wax" I think.
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Eddy:
My recommendation would be to buff it, or have it buffed, with a product made by Malco called Buff Lite II. It is a real fine rubbing compund, but what sets it apart from other fine compounds is that it is very creamy and does not dry-out and develop a haze while buffing. It is a very easy compound to use. If you doubt your skills rent a car & try it on the rental car first Use a rotary, varable speed buffer. You will need to finish with a glaze and wax.
You could try this stuff by hand, but a buffer is the way to go. It is usually hard to get the haze-off without a buffer, but if you really don't want to use compound you could try a product called Finish 2000; it is available at Auto Zone, Etc.

Mark

 

You can get alot of help and products from a web site autodetailingrus.com. They have articles (tips & tricks), free for download, that will help and walk you thru the detailing process. These folks detail for car shows and I have see the work from a rag to a gem! Real professionals. Give them a look.

 

The best way to bring back the luster from old paint is to clay bar the paint first then use a quality wax such as www.Swissol.com. You will be amazed what difference the clay bar will make in older dull paint...

 

Doc
You might consider taking it to a detailing shop and let them do a professional job.