The first step is to wash the exterior with a good car wash detergent, then remove the impurities that have collected on the painted surfaces and the best way to do this is with the clay bar. Only then ca you start to protect what's now clean. I try to clay bar my nicer cars every year no matter if they're parked indoors or not. Even though the vehicle is a year old, there will be gunk that's stuck on the paint.
From there, a good wax coating followed by serious elbow grease, and then a repeat of wax and final buff. Use good quality micro-fiber towels that are designed for detailing and make sure the tags are removed and the seams are not going to scratch the paint if they happen to touch it.
I use Adams Products for the best results but Meguire's and OTC product are also good.
Just my .02 from a lot of detailing work ...
Mary Pozzi
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