Meguiar’s Gold Class: A Review of the Ultimate Car Wash Product for a Clean and Glossy Paint

If you are looking for a car wash product that can both clean and condition your paint in one easy step, you might want to consider Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner. This product is designed to gently foam away tough dirt, road grime and contaminants without stripping wax protection, while also leaving your paint with a radiant shine. In this review, I will evaluate this product based on five categories: application (hand and foam cannon), performance, slickness, stripping abilities and value.

Application

Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner can be applied by hand or by using a foam cannon. For hand washing, you just need to mix one ounce of the product with one gallon of water in a bucket and use a wash mitt or sponge to wash your car. For foam cannon washing, you need to fill the reservoir with water and add one or two ounces of the product, depending on how thick you want the foam to be. Then, you can spray the foam all over your car and rinse it off with a hose.

Both methods are easy and convenient, but I prefer using the foam cannon because it creates more suds and covers more surface area. The foam also helps loosen up the dirt and grime before rinsing, making the washing process more effective.

Performance

Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner performs very well in terms of cleaning and conditioning the paint. It removes most of the dirt, dust, bugs, bird droppings and other contaminants that accumulate on your car over time. It also leaves behind a glossy and smooth finish that enhances the color and clarity of your paint. The product does not leave any streaks or spots after rinsing, as long as you dry your car properly with a microfiber towel or a blower.

The product also does not compromise wax protection, which is important if you want to maintain your car's shine and durability. It is safe to use on all paint types and clear coats, as well as on glass, chrome, plastic and rubber surfaces.

Slickness

One of the features that I like about Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner is its slickness. The product creates a lot of lubrication between the wash mitt or sponge and the paint, which reduces friction and prevents scratches and swirl marks. The slickness also makes the washing process easier and faster, as you can glide the wash mitt or sponge over the surface without much resistance.

The slickness also lasts after rinsing, as the product leaves a thin layer of conditioners that make the paint feel smooth and soft to the touch. This also helps repel water and dirt, keeping your car cleaner for longer.

Cleaning Abilities

Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner is not meant to be a stripping product, so it does not remove any existing wax or sealant from your paint. This is good if you want to preserve your wax protection, but not so good if you want to start fresh with a new coat of wax or sealant. If you want to strip your paint before applying a new layer of protection, you will need to use a different product that is designed for that purpose.

However, this does not mean that Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner is completely gentle on your paint. It still contains some detergents that can degrade your wax or sealant over time, especially if you use it frequently or in high concentrations. Therefore, I recommend using this product sparingly and only when your car needs a thorough cleaning. For regular maintenance washes, you can use a milder product that is more pH balanced and less aggressive.

Value

Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner is reasonably priced for its quality and performance. A 64-ounce bottle costs around $9 on Amazon, which translates to about $0.14 per ounce. This means that you can wash your car about 64 times with one bottle if you use one ounce per wash (hand washing), or about 32 times if you use two ounces per wash (foam cannon washing). That is quite a good value for money compared to other car wash products on the market.

Of course, the actual value will depend on how often you wash your car, how dirty it gets, how much product you use per wash and how satisfied you are with the results. But overall, I think Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner is a worthwhile investment for anyone who wants to keep their car clean and shiny.

Pros and Cons

Here is a summary of the pros and cons of Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner:

Pros:

- Cleans and conditions paint in one easy step

- Creates rich and luxurious foam that gently and safely removes dirt and grime

- Leaves a glossy and smooth finish that enhances color and clarity

- Does not strip wax protection

- Provides a lot of slickness that reduces friction and prevents scratches

- Safe on all paint types and clear coats

- Reasonably priced

Cons:

- Not a stripping product, so it does not remove existing wax or sealant

- Can degrade wax or sealant over time if used too frequently or in high concentrations

- Not pH balanced, so it can be harsh on some surfaces

Conclusion

Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner is a great product for anyone who wants to wash and condition their paint in one easy step. It cleans effectively, leaves a glossy shine, provides a lot of slickness and does not strip wax protection. It is also easy to apply, either by hand or by foam cannon, and safe on all paint types and clear coats. The only drawbacks are that it is not a stripping product, so it does not remove existing wax or sealant, and that it can degrade wax or sealant over time if used too frequently or in high concentrations. Therefore, I recommend using this product sparingly and only when your car needs a thorough cleaning. For regular maintenance washes, you can use a milder product that is more pH balanced and less aggressive.

Overall, I give Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo and Conditioner a 5 out of 5 stars rating. It is one of the best car wash products I have ever used, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to keep their car clean and shiny.

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