Start with the outside:
Rinse off the grime. Start by giving the entire vehicle a good soaking to remove grime. ...
Wash with a sponge or soft cloth. Avoid abrasive kitchen sponges, as they can damage the paint. ...
Dry with a chamois cloth. ...
Apply car wax. ...
Avoid the sun.

To make a car shine, follow these steps:

1. Wash the Car: Use a pH-balanced car shampoo and a microfiber wash mitt to gently clean the exterior, removing dirt and grime. Rinse thoroughly.

2. Dry Properly: Use a soft microfiber towel or a drying cloth to prevent water spots. Pat the surface dry rather than rubbing.

3. Clay Bar Treatment: Use a clay bar to remove embedded contaminants from the paint. Lubricate the surface with a clay lubricant and gently rub the clay bar over the paint.

4. Polish the Paint: Apply a quality polish with a dual-action polisher or by hand using a foam applicator. This helps to remove swirl marks and enhance gloss.

5. Wax or Sealant: After polishing, apply a wax or paint sealant for protection and added shine. Use a foam applicator and follow the product instructions for best results.

6. Detail Trim and Tires: Use a trim restorer for plastic and rubber surfaces and a tire dressing product to make tires shine.

7. Windows and Glass: Clean the windows with a glass cleaner for a streak-free finish.

8. Final Touch: Optionally, use a quick detailer spray for a final touch-up to enhance shine and remove any remaining dust.

Regular maintenance and detailing will help keep your car looking shiny and new!

How can I make my car really shiny?

Applying polish is the essential step to making a car shine. Car polish helps with removing scratches, minor paint correction, and restores fading paintwork. A good polish will also aid in eliminating fine swirls and improve the car's finish by smoothening out even deep scratches on the car paint.

How can I make my car look wet and shiny?

The details are all in the preparation of flattening the car's paint. The flatter it is, the shinier it is. This process is known as paint levelling or orange peel removal. It makes all the difference and it is the secret of what some would call mirror-finish and dripping wet look on paintwork.