car wash in the winter

[IdaGuy]

Originally Posted by why?

The quality of the stuff used in the factories nowadays makes that type of thing only necessary for show cars.

What "stuff" are you referring to that makes proper paint care obsolete?

[SeaYa]

Originally Posted by IdaGuy

What "stuff" are you referring to that makes proper paint care obsolete?

He may be referring to things like etch resistant clear coat and newer generations of e-coat (electrocoat) that are better quality (even though a few runs through an auto car wash will still leave hairline marks in etch "resistant" clear). Those don't make the car invincible though, and I can't imagine going all winter without washing once or twice....depends how bad your winters are. I made the mistake of going 6 weeks without spraying underneath back in December, just a hectic time, and I'm getting rust all over my exhaust already...only on the 12th payment. At least I know what my next project is!

At least for safety, spray / clean your lights and windows every now and then.