2klx470
Aug 11 2008, 08:38 AM
Has anyone here ever used an automatic car wash and damaged the rear spoiler of their GX 470?
I just got a CPO GX 470 and I am thinking of using an automatic car wash to clean it.
I need input from GX 470 owners who uses an automatic car wash. Help!
JENunnez
Aug 11 2008, 09:02 AM
Just one thing.
Don't do it!
If you want swirl marks, scatches etc. etc. etc. Lexus uses a very soft clear coat that scratches very easy.
If you take it to a car wash use the touchless type or by hand with a two bucket system.
Take your time and read through this thead it will tell you alot about what your asking.
http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index...showtopic=45222
The G Man
Aug 12 2008, 11:32 AM
I ran it thru the car wash a few times, no damage to the rear spoiler.
mkupchyk
Aug 15 2008, 03:15 PM
Me too, no issues. But the wash I go to has the soft cloth strips, I would not use a wash with those nylon (or whatever material they are) spinning brushes. Probably even better is a touchless wash, but who knows, every one is different & some probably blast water so hard it could cause a scratch.
Kyle Petree
Aug 20 2008, 08:38 AM
I just bought a CPO ES300 and my dealer, Lexus of Toledo, gives you free car washes for the life of your warranty, does your dealer do that or is mine just special? The dealers have a special kind of wash that doesn't damage the car.
denslexusgx470
Aug 20 2008, 11:14 AM
I believe most lexus dealers offer the lifetime car wash but I haven't noticed if my lexus dealer still offers it.
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