[Mobster1983]

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What are the first things you do once you pick up your new car from the dealer? My F30 is of the way, and I might be trading in my wife's 2007 X5 for a new X3/X5 shortly.

First thing for me is very explicit instructions to the dealer to not wash the car in any way. I will take it to a professional detailer to have it cleaned and paint protection added. What product do you use for this?

After that, I plan to have it tinted and a clear bra installed. How long should I wait after having the paint protectant installed to put on the clear bra? I don't want to ruin one with the other.

Is there anything else you will do or recommend having done immediately after picking up the car?

[Gerry1314]

I'll risk having the dealer wash the car because I don't want to drive it away brand new and dirty. Then to a pro within the first week for a first-class cleaning, and I also want them to apply OptiCoat. Unless someone knows a better product.

[bavarianboar]

Originally Posted by Gerry1314

I'll risk having the dealer wash the car because I don't want to drive it away brand new and dirty. Then to a pro within the first week for a first-class cleaning, and I also want them to apply OptiCoat. Unless someone knows a better product.

Yeah if you have got the money! hahaha
Hopefully its worth it.


Or just do some good detailing job like waxing yourself. There is plenty of wax on a new car from what I have seen. You may have to strip it off first to do your own detailing or taking it to a pro