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Mothers 08202 California Gold Instant Detailer - 1 Gallon

Mothers 08202 California Gold Instant Detailer - 1 Gallon

Mothers 08202 California Gold Instant Detailer - 1 Gallon
$ 6.50

Score By Feature

Based on 2,791 ratings
Longevity
9.73
Easy to use
9.68
Easy to remove
9.48
Value for money
9.18

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Product Description

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This one-of-a-kind formula removes fingerprints, smudges, and dust while also adding a wet, striking sparkle.
Show quality in seconds with color enhancers and shine fortifiers.
Spray bottle with a trigger for simple application
Your vehicle will benefit for a long time if you use it on a regular basis.
It is simple to use

Questions & Answers

Is this a "clearcoat-like" finish? safe"?

On a clearcoat finish, yes, it is very safe. I'm a big fan of this spray for small details. Pay attention to the instructions. It's compatible with all of Mother's other items. All of the outcomes are fantastic!

Is it safe to use on a waxed car to remove dust? Is it going to remove all of the wax?

It is, in fact, secure. If my car isn't too dirty, I use this product as a quick car wash to remove minor road film, bird droppings, and other minor debris. It gives my carnauba wax a great shine and doesn't strip it.

Is it okay to use this to clean up bird droppings?

It all depends on how long the droppings stayed on the ground. The acid in the dropping will eat its way down to the paint's base, leaving a stain that will never go away no matter what you do. I'm not aware of any product that can get that far into the paint job.

It's clearcoat safe, which means it won't scratch it even if it's covered in grime other than dirt?

Obviously, if your car is dirty, you should clean it first; this is just a quick polish, not a substitute for a full detail. If there is dirt and grime, I recommend starting with a clay treatment, which is a "quick detailed" - in my opinion. something you'd do on a show car that's already clean and waxed and needs a quick shine before a showbr>If you're going to use it for regular car maintenance - I'd recommend the cleaner/wax, as well as some work.

Selected User Reviews For Mothers 08202 California Gold Instant Detailer - 1 Gallon

There isn't a better Quick Detailer on the market
5/5

First and foremost, I'd like to state that I've been car washing and detailing for approximately 26 years. I usually use CG products, but this is the best QD on the market in my opinion. Use a clean microfiber cloth to apply the product and a dry microfiber cloth to remove it. This is something I would strongly recommend. Wishing you a happy and healthy day.

Myles Little
Myles Little
| Mar 10, 2021
Clay's closest pal
5/5

One of the most effective detailer sprays available. It's also the cheapest, as it contains no wax or sealants, making it ideal for claying. Apart from waxing, claying is the single most important way to protect your paint. Actually, it eliminates the need to worry about swirls when waxing and buffing. As you buff, the debris clinging to your clear coat loosens. The paint is scratched when it adheres to the towel. It's a vicious cycle, and claying is a simple and effective way to break free. Run your hand over your freshly washed automobile. If this is your first time claying, it will be extremely bumpy and rough. Clay is now lubricating it with this. It's as smooth as it's ever been when you run your hand over it. As if by magic, all of the debris has vanished. It doesn't seem possible.

Titan McIntyre
Titan McIntyre
| Aug 21, 2021
Number of Likes After several years of using Meguiar's G14422 Ultimate Quik Detailer, this is the first time I've purchased Mothers
4/5

1. br>br> Mothers had no trouble getting on. br>2. On a freshly washed car, it has a nice shinebr>3. HALF the price of Mequiar'sbr>br>Now for the side-by-side comparison, I had my 8-year-old granddaughter as the judge. br>br>Shine about equal, she said, but the Mothers shone brighter. br>br>The Meguiar's are on the left, and the Mothers are on the right. br>br>In terms of slickness, Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Detailer was 'extremely slippery. ' A water bottle slid down both of their shoulders, but the Mequiar's moved faster. To be fair, I did put the Mequiars on top of the Mothers, but the Mequiars are slick in my experience. br>I haven't checked the water beading or anything else, but the Mothers appear to be in good shape so far.

Dani Decker
Dani Decker
| Feb 13, 2021
Mothers are the most wonderful people on the planet!   After not detailing my vehicle in several years, I used this with my 6-year-old clay bar today
5/5

br>It was a very windy day with passing cars while I was doing this near a blooming tree, but this detailer has never let me down! br>br>A shower passed by after I washed and used this in a few spots, and I noticed the area I clayed looked almost waxed! br>br>It's definitely a workout, not gonna lie, especially if you procrastinate like I did, but once you've completed it, it's like night and day! br>br>After claying the car, the hose was turned on high pressure again, followed by a dry, and finally Mother's Restore Step 1 deep cleaner. 3 sprayed wax (circle motions for 2 sprayed wax) 5 hours later, the natural reflections on the paint were simply AMAZING! br>This detailer is excellent for both minor touch-ups in between waxing and major detail work on neglected paint! br>br>Every time I use this product, my Camaro looks absolutely stunning, and at such a low price, I'll never run out of it again! br>br>Just to let you know, the photos and video were taken after a rainstorm. Rain-X Spot-Free Wash, Mother's Clay bar with water hose, X Spot-Free Wash X wash, full dry, Instant Detailer, Spray Wax, 2 hours later, it looks SHOWROOM CLEAN. br>br>5- Your car will be grateful to you for this!.

Carolina Haney
Carolina Haney
| Oct 01, 2021
I suppose my expectations for this brand were much higher than for others
3/5

To tell you the truth, this brand is very similar to the others. "Mothers" simply did not live up to the hype. It feels a little greasy. In comparison to other products, the price was outrageous.

Stetson Hayes
Stetson Hayes
| Apr 09, 2021
As long as the surface is mostly clean, it works great
5/5

It can be used with a clay bar or as a stand-alone detailer. For a quick clean-up, this is my go-to solution. Use only on light dust, such as pollen, or after a car wash, perhaps one day or so. Also, if it has rained on a clean car that has not been driven, this will restore the car to a clean, spotless finish. When used to remove actual dirt, such as after driving in the rain, the finish will be scratched. To avoid scratching the finish, make sure you're using clean microfiber cloths.

Astrid Pitts
Astrid Pitts
| May 11, 2021
Claying is a breeze
5/5

To prepare my car for polishing and waxing, I purchased the Mothers clay kit. The instant detailer is the lube for the clay kit, so I purchased two extra bottles. I'd never clayed a car before, so I wanted to make sure I had enough detailer to avoid having to stop in the middle of the process. I started the day with three 16-ounce bottles, and by the time I finished claying my VW Passat, I only had one full bottle and a smidgeon of a second. These were (are) selling for $5 on Amazon, which is a good price, so having a few extra isn't a big deal. When I wax the car again for the winter in the fall, I'll get more.

Eliezer Sutton
Eliezer Sutton
| Jul 12, 2021
My go-to detailer when I need to get something done quickly
5/5

This is simply fantastic. Spray it on and wipe it off with a microfiber cloth. Shiny! I still use it to remove bugs from my motorcycle's fairings, windshields, and front lights, as well as to dust off other parts, wipe down the chrome, the tank, and fenders, and so on. It was on sale the last time I bought it. What a fantastic offer! Two of them were purchased.

Laney English
Laney English
| Jan 12, 2021

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