I have a brand new white car that I want to keep shiny and new, and was wondering what steps should I follow? Would I still need a polish or a buffer? Thank you

 

There is a thread dedicated for this.

 

Just be sure you clay bar before you do whatever you decide! There is a common misconception that a new car is too clean to need contaminants removed.

 

I'm not sure I would clay bar a car unless it was getting a polish afterwards to remove the scratches.

White is pretty easy. Compared to black at least.

 

Wash, Clay, Wash, Compound (If needed), Wax.

If anything, you can do Meguire's product as well if you want to start of light. There NXT lineup is good. NXT wash, Quick detailer with claybar, following wash again, then quick wax or use Gold class wax.

Microfiber towels and leaf blower for drying. Two step washing (two buckets).


Zaino makes a great kit.
Also check detailedimage on the forum. Great people. Alot of advice.

 

Vehicles that are shipped by road transport or rail cars, and even new cars that have been sitting on a car dealerships lot for a few weeks can accumulate contamination that bonds to the paint surface; it shouldn't be assumed a vehicle that looks good is contamination free.

Here’s a simple test that will indicate whether or not you need to clay. After washing and drying your vehicle place a plastic sandwich bag over your hand or fingers, gently pass over the surface. Does the surface feel silky smooth or rough and gritty? If you felt roughness and/or grit, your surface is contaminated.

“Nanoskin Surface Prep Towel” - http://www.autopia.org/forum/autopia...rep-towel.html