Matte Paint

[BlackScat392]

I've recently purchased a 2018 black ScatPack Charger. I've finally got a car that I care to keep looking clean again and have a question about what to use. Seeing as I drive the car less than others (about 800 miles a month), I plan on using Paint Sealant, Brilliant Glaze, then either Americana or Buttery Wax. I think i'm going to go with Americana because I won't hesitate to drive the car in the rain. However, the ScatPacks come with a matte finish on the spoiler. It appears to be painted and not a vinyl wrap. What would you guys recommend to use on the matte paint for protection? Thanks, Greg.

[falcaineer]

First, welcome! Be sure to post an intro on the new member forum.

 

Any of those will work fine, but if you want something for a matte finish specifically and not add additonal shine, Adam's sells a Matte Protectant and Detailer. The former is only on Amazon right now, https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Matte-Protectant-16oz-Imperfections/dp/B077KHDQRT&ved=2ahUKEwjMko25nr_cAhUnxYMKHbKPAfsQFjAAegQIBBAB&usg=AOvVaw1_IwbHlwVtKrAy9CXcN2ff, but the latter is on their website, https://adamspolishes.com/adam-s-matte-detailer.html.

Edited July 27, 2018 by falcaineer

[ZMAN024]

Welcome aboard, BlackScat392.   If you do use the Matte Protectant on the spoiler, be sure to use it sparingly, apply it evenly, and remove it quickly.  DO NOT let it set up for more than a brief moment and you'll get the best results. 

[pirahnah3]

I have the Scat Pack chally and on my spoiler I just use the Matte Detail spray and it comes out looking great every time. A good friend of mine has the Charger and uses the Mattee detail as well, he tried the regular detail spray once....wont do that again. 

[BlackScat392]

Thanks for the replies, everyone! I look forward to future washes with the Adam's products. I'm new to the line from Chemical Guys.

Edited August 1, 2018 by BlackScat392

[Liralen]

I have matte black stripes on my 2013 HotWheels, they are not just matte but a rough matte texture and have become quite experienced in keeping them nice over the last five years.  1st, when you have matte or satin finish, make sure when you wash that area that you dry that area first...do not let water sit on it and back in the sun.  2nd, the best item on them is the Adams Polishes matte detail spray, 3rd, if you do get water spots...clean them same day, I have used the ceramic coating prep to clean & it so far has removed any spots (such as from rain & then sun).  FYI...Adams removed the matte protectant from their site as there were some concerns with damage to strips that had happened, they are still in the process of reformulating.  So listen to Zman024's advice on the use if you get it from Amazon.  I have used it, and sparingly is the correct way.  Also have a customer who uses it, they contact me to send them a bottle occasionally as I had gotten a few on hand before Adams took them off the site.