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      09-26-2015, 02:53 PM   #1
wheresmy5
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Drives: 2019 540i xDrive M Sport
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To carwash or not to carwash?

Been wrestling with this the last couple weeks as we approach cooler temperatures. I've taken all my previous cars to the automatic wash after the honeymoon period, at one point or another. Eventually, I'll have to take it through the wash in winter, as I figure washing off salt is more important than getting some swirl marks. Plus this is a lease, so I am less concerned with long term (over 3 yr) paint longevity, I'm also past the point where I make large purchases at detailed image... the most I do is hand wash and apply quick detailer as i dry and spray wax afterward. At the same time, this is one of the darker colors I've had (Mediterranean blue) and swirls do bother me.

Slow Saturday, but I am curious what others do who fall somewhere in the middle of the road regarding detailing/washing.
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