General What did you do with your Panda today?

[leroya500]

Today after it's extended slumber, the little Fiat has been treated to a full wash, clay, machine polish and ceramic sealant. Not a swirl or mark anywhere [emoji106] look at the reflections out of that!

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Inspired by Alex I've given my bird poop pop a little freshen up although not to the same degree as Alex.
I armed myself with b&m's waterless wash, a home mix of water& vineger ( for the windows) and 3 microfibre and I think it's come up good!

If your OCD with car cleaning then I wouldn't recommend it as it does leave tar spots and the odd hard fried bug on there, but for ordinary mortals or people who live in high rises without access to a hose then it does a good enough job! I also think if you kept on top of it during the winter months it would be a much better option than getting the car unnecessarily wet.

 

[gar074]

I thought about washing mine, but thought better of it. In bright sunshine, the paintwork is dazzling enough to require sunglasses even when dulled by months of accumulated dust and grime. Washed and polished, it might present a distraction, and could cause accidents.

So I washed the B instead. A much more satisfying experience, tbh - sensuous flanks that are a joy to soap down, no plastic add-ons to contend with, and no need for a step-ladder to wash the roof

 

[murphyv310]

Today after it's extended slumber, the little Fiat has been treated to a full wash, clay, machine polish and ceramic sealant. Not a swirl or mark anywhere [emoji106] look at the reflections out of that!

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Got a spare hour or two for mine? [emoji1]

 

[Alexiloki]

Got a spare hour or two for mine? [emoji1]

I'm sure it can be arranged [emoji106]

 

[Squadrone Rosso]

Gave her a good wash







I'll miss this car once the 595 arrives!

 

[The Pretender]

Nothing, because i'm on a crossroad, will i keep it or not.

 

[Mercky]

I'll miss this car once the 595 arrives!

Presumably you know the worst winter in living memory is forecast for this year? Particularly around Wales I believe where 8 inches of snow are predicted from November on!

 

[Squadrone Rosso]

Presumably you know the worst winter in living memory is forecast for this year? Particularly around Wales I believe where 8 inches of snow are predicted from November on!

Lol. We have been saying the exact same thing

 

[The Panda Nut]

Lol. We have been saying the exact same thing

Bring it on!! Then I can get my money's worth fro the 4x4 bits.

 

[The Pretender]

I stick a "Sporting" badge on it.

 

[SB1500]

* just realised I'm in the wrong bloody section... this is the 2012 section * apologies

Did this mini trip yesterday...

Beautiful weather and views all day..

 

[Alexiloki]

* just realised I'm in the wrong bloody section... this is the 2012 section * apologies

Did this mini trip yesterday...

Beautiful weather and views all day..

Wrong section but good road trip so it's allowed [emoji106] looks like a nice drive

 

[The Panda Nut]

He's resting. Using mothers Myvi for the next week or so. Its actually not to bad at all. You just can't love it like you can a Panda though.

 

[JCarp16]

He's resting. Using mothers Myvi for the next week or so. Its actually not to bad at all. You just can't love it like you can a Panda though.

Is that the one based on the Daihatsu Sirion?

 

[SB1500]

Don't those cars have Toyota engines despite being 'budget' in other regards?

 

[The Panda Nut]

Yes its a bit of an odd ball. Identical in a lot of ways to the Sirion, but with just enough differences for most bits not to be compatible.... Generally its inoffensive, and drives well with particularly good torque from very low rpm. there is actually 1 new one on ebay at £6995 which must be the bargain of the year for anyone just wanting cheap reliable transport

 

[The Panda Nut]

I am told its a toyota unit, but possibly not one used by them in the UK. No timing belts with it anyway, so that's a plus. The brakes amuse me as the front pads are so small. They do however stop the car well and don't fade in normal use. I don't think it would be my choice of car, but the price must be a big draw. Its coming up 7 years old and has been almost 100% reliable though. I can see why people choose them. In the end it has to be Panda's on the top! I wouldn't swap.

 

[gar074]

Using mothers Myvi for the next week or so. Its actually not to bad at all. You just can't love it like you can a Panda though.

Hands up all those who are old enough to think that a Myvi is an ice cream?

 

[murphyv310]

Too wet do do anything outside. Watched the telly and listened to some Coldplay instead. Not bad for a 63 year old."

 

[Phils panda]

I serviced my 09 plate zafira cdti 120 auto Fpt engine.oil ,filter,air filter.I used Shell helix 5w30 oil with
Crossland filters.Total cost £38.41 from ECP With 35% discount..It took about 50 mins.satifided that i know what oil is in it..