After seeing numerous positive reviews on Pinnacle Paste Glaz, I just had to check it out. The test car was a friend’s gold 1986 Volvo 240. It has never been garaged or waxed, and has some bird etching, and “ferrous oxides.�
For the prep, I washed the entire car with Meguiar’s Gold Class and used Finesse-It 2 by hand a number of times. Then rough spots were yanked out with Mother’s Clay Kit.
Then I opened the can. The first thing I noticed was the great smell and how nice the packaging was. I dabbed the provided applicator onto the wax and spread it over the paint. It was easier to spread around than Blitz or Meguiar’s #26 Paste, because of the creamy consistency. The amazing part was how easy it was to remove. Virtually no buffing was needed, just a slight wipe with a Miracle Towel.
As for the results I am very impressed. I expected a finish that’s deeper than Blitz, but instead, the paint looked brighter and more shiny, however without the “hard� look of Klasse or Zaino. It really works well on this classic-looking car. The reflectivity is good too, and the paint feels more buttery than Blitz, but not as slick as Zaino.
Then I applied the second layer after observing the finish. It was easier to apply (less drag and better “spreadiblity�) than before, and less product was needed. And wiping it off was even easier. I was literally walking and spreading the wax all over the car with my left hand, and dragging my towel along with my other hand. Now I see what I mean by taking about the same time to use as a QD.
In conclusion, I would recommend this wax for everybody with a light colored car. It’s great for both the perfectionist or just the average car enthusiast that washes at least every 2 weeks. Durability is not great at all (lasted 4 weeks in the California weather,) but since the wax is so easy and quick to use it wouldn’t be a problem for me.
Test Stats:
<strong class='bbc'><em class='bbc'> conditions:[/i][/b]
High 70s, average humidity
<strong class='bbc'><em class='bbc'> time:[/i][/b]
8:01-8:52 AM: Wash/Dry
9:00-9:18 AM: Swirl Removal
9:20-9:45 AM <em class='bbc'>(estimated)[/i]: Clay
9:45-10:07 AM: Application/Removal of Layer 1 (in a slow, observant pace)
10:31-10:40 AM: Application/Removal of Layer 2 (in a faster pace, but not rushing)
<strong class='bbc'><em class='bbc'> overall rating:[/i][/b]
<em class='bbc'>5[/i] stars out of 5
Anyways, hope this helps for anyone interested in trying a new wax! I will post pictures later.
For the prep, I washed the entire car with Meguiar’s Gold Class and used Finesse-It 2 by hand a number of times. Then rough spots were yanked out with Mother’s Clay Kit.
Then I opened the can. The first thing I noticed was the great smell and how nice the packaging was. I dabbed the provided applicator onto the wax and spread it over the paint. It was easier to spread around than Blitz or Meguiar’s #26 Paste, because of the creamy consistency. The amazing part was how easy it was to remove. Virtually no buffing was needed, just a slight wipe with a Miracle Towel.
As for the results I am very impressed. I expected a finish that’s deeper than Blitz, but instead, the paint looked brighter and more shiny, however without the “hard� look of Klasse or Zaino. It really works well on this classic-looking car. The reflectivity is good too, and the paint feels more buttery than Blitz, but not as slick as Zaino.
Then I applied the second layer after observing the finish. It was easier to apply (less drag and better “spreadiblity�) than before, and less product was needed. And wiping it off was even easier. I was literally walking and spreading the wax all over the car with my left hand, and dragging my towel along with my other hand. Now I see what I mean by taking about the same time to use as a QD.
In conclusion, I would recommend this wax for everybody with a light colored car. It’s great for both the perfectionist or just the average car enthusiast that washes at least every 2 weeks. Durability is not great at all (lasted 4 weeks in the California weather,) but since the wax is so easy and quick to use it wouldn’t be a problem for me.
Test Stats:
<strong class='bbc'><em class='bbc'> conditions:[/i][/b]
High 70s, average humidity
<strong class='bbc'><em class='bbc'> time:[/i][/b]
8:01-8:52 AM: Wash/Dry
9:00-9:18 AM: Swirl Removal
9:20-9:45 AM <em class='bbc'>(estimated)[/i]: Clay
9:45-10:07 AM: Application/Removal of Layer 1 (in a slow, observant pace)
10:31-10:40 AM: Application/Removal of Layer 2 (in a faster pace, but not rushing)
<strong class='bbc'><em class='bbc'> overall rating:[/i][/b]
<em class='bbc'>5[/i] stars out of 5
Anyways, hope this helps for anyone interested in trying a new wax! I will post pictures later.
