Is Waxing Your Vehicle Really Necessary? | OK Carz

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Pros and Cons of Waxing a Car

One question car owners wonder is whether or not you should wax your car. While car waxes were more common in the past, the practice has diminished with only a fraction of drivers waxing their car today. To help understand if waxing your vehicle is really necessary, we will explore the pros and cons of waxing a car as well as what could happen if you don’t.

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Advantages of Waxing a Car

  • Helps protect the paint from exterior elements, such as rain, snow, road salt, tree sap, insects, bird droppings, and UV rays
  • Makes the exterior appear shinier and newer
  • Can help improve resale value
  • Is fairly easy to use and doesn’t require a professional – simply follow the instructions on the wax container

Disadvantages of Waxing a Car

  • Wax doesn’t last long
  • While wax helps protect the exterior, it is only a thin layer of protection
  • To avoid clouding, wax should be applied to wax-free surfaces – cars will need to be stripped of any previous wax before getting a new coat

What Happens if I Don’t Wax My Car?

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Now that you know the pros and cons of waxing your vehicle, what would happen if you don’t wax your car at all? Basically, you just leave your car a bit more vulnerable to the elements, which could result in your exterior not looking quite as nice as a vehicle that gets waxing done. While it’s not necessary for your vehicle to properly function, waxing your car is something you should consider. While it’s a good idea to wash your car regularly and store it under shelter if possible, these are even more important if you choose to not get your car waxed.

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