I got an email and a text when I clicked and collected

thanks you

cheers pal

Do Halfords not send a confirmation email for Click and Collect orders? I've not received one and didn't print out the order confirmation screen.

Thanks, just ordered the engine degreaser.

what if there is'nt any other option then:(

My new car is already looking dull and roug paint all over because of this idiot tree/sap/insects :disappointed:

30% off will be better than 3 for 2 in most cases - unless you just happen to want to buy 3 similarly priced items

Rain Guard or similar, brilliant stuff.

None. They don't do any.

Get some gtechniq g5.

I used the car glass polish, the rain literally glides off when driving

Can anyone tell me what is the best Autoglym product from the whole range for window protection? so rain drop's just slide's right off. Sorry I'm completely new to this stuff

Wire wool and carbolic are better and cheaper.

I am afraid I am unable to grasp your question.

i think you should use a brillo pad

Oh dear, and now the thread has gone onto T-cut!

I think you use it after you have washed the car in washing up liquid with a scouring pad.

Not sure about silver paint but Meguairs Ultimate Compound has always done a good job for me on bringing up dull paintwork - works like T-Cut on steroids. Just needs a good wash down, ultimate compound and then a polish or wax to seal. Might be worth using a polisher though as fairly takes it out the arms (if you are a woose like me) when polishing/waxing the whole car twice!

Wash > clay > t-cut > polish > Wax

So wash to clean the paint initially, clay to remove all dirt/contamination, t cut to remove the scratches, polish to shine the paint, wax to seal it all in.

I'd probably only use t cut if the paint is bad, a polish should get most swirl marks etc out. I've never used T cut myself but had my car professional machine polished as for me the risk of messing it up is too big, I prefer an pro to do it who knows what compound to use, what level of pad, and so on as every car make & paint is a little different.

Would it bring it up soft as?

Use their paint renovation polish and then super resin polish. You'll have to put in some work but the results should be great

The Extra Gloss Polish is £9.79 after the 30% discount (£13.99) at halfrauds

Same product on Amazon is £8.80 delivered!

what if i wanted to T-CUT my car?
Wash -> T-Cut -> Clay -> Polish -> Wax?

Hi all,

Just read up about what products to use and when as otherwise you might be wasting your time if you do things in the wrong order. In simple terms:

- Clay bar = removes ALL wax etc from a car, should be used wet as a first step to get rid of contamination/cr*p off the paint.
- Polish, should only be used once the paint is v clean, i.e right after being clayed. It offers NO protection, just makes the paint shine nicely.
- Wax - used as a layer to protect the paint once the paint is clean/polished, if you just wax your car then your likely just waxing a layer over bad paint/contamination.

IMO its best to clay/polish/wax every 6-12 months (dont go too OTT on the polish as it does strip the paint off if used too heavily). Then just keep the car washed every 1-4 weeks and apply a layer of wax after ideally to add further protection.
Never use car washes if possible, the products they use are pretty intense/harsh on your car.

I could go into much more detail but hopefully this helps some people.

Cheers OP! Fathers day sorted :smiley:

Website isn't allowing click and collect. Some java error. Will they price match in store? I know somebody said they will but has anybody had experience of it?

i would recommend Poor Boys products and clay bar. Much Better.
Other half is seriously fussy about his carand uses nothing else. He has leant friends some and the results are amazing. If you can get hold of a polisher with a bit of time you can remove swirl marks too and have her like new.
http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/car-care/wheel-wax-and-sealants.aspx

No idea but we use poor boys. http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/car-care-products/tar-bug-fallout-removers.aspx

Try to clean and waterproof at least once a year but moved house in 2014 and so missed a year. Tried to do it in March and realised I'd run out of stuff.

It really needs doing now. On my list as a holiday job whilst I'm off work.

Hoping everyone is enjoying this insight into my life!

How often are you using it?

I use the protector once every 6 months and the cleaner once a month. Granted it's only a tiny Abarth 500c, but it seems to be lasting ages.

Thanks. I bought some on Amazon in March for £20 delivered. Considering whether to stock up. Might sell the convertible before the current lot runs out!

I second the g3 mitt, you don't need the detailer though, soapy water is fine

The 30% is taken off when you put it into your basket.
If it was this set your were looking at Autoglym Cabriolet Fabric Hood Maintenance Kit £16.09 @ Halfords which would be cheaper than Amazon

Don't park under trees!
A good layer of wax or sealant will make it easier to wash off. I use this http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/sealants/finishkare-1000p-hi-temp-sealant/prod_589.html

Had a look at the fabric hood set and it's still more expensive than Amazon or is 30% not taken off until checkout?

Wow, some cracking comments on here from people who don't know what is out there.

AG stuff is just OK, nothing more nothing less. It serves a purpose. Only AG products I rate are the glass cleaner and the HD wax.

For the rest there are much better alternatives:

Meguiars gold class shampoo instead of bodywork shampoo
Meguiars Endurance tyre gel instead of instant tyre dressing
Poorboys Natural Look dressing instead of Bumper gel/vinyl and rubber care
Poorboys blackhole glaze (darker cars) or white diamond (lighter cars) instead of SRP
Tesco Daisy All purpose cleaner instead of Engine Degreaser

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/ is your friend for anything car cleaning/polishing/waxing related.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gliptone-Leather-Cleaner-Conditioner-Complete/dp/B006TH39TC

Amazing, you wouldn't believe how much dirt comes off and how good they'll smell and feel after

Again DA polisher, just make sure you use UV protection after or they'll go yellow

Has anyone tried the headlight restoration kit from Autoglym? My mk5 golf headlights are looking pretty rough and light is not very visible. Is using Autoglym a good shout or can you guys help with any products i could use?

how is this a deal? some items are cheaper on amazon even after a discount

The fast glass and aqua wax are very good as others have said. This is a better deal than 3 for 2 and you only win with that deal if your items are the same price. This is a true 30% saving and you can buy what you actually want.

I have cream/beige sections of leather on my seats in my Mini and needs to clean them up a bit as they have got a bit dirty over the years. Are any of the leather products recommended for this job? There seems to be a cleaner with 3 stars and a balm with 5 stars... and I can't see anything about them working on all colours of leather. Probably being overly cautious but don't want to ruin anything as I'm planning on selling it. Any advise would be appreciated as if any of these discounted items are good, I'll go buy!

A lot of people just like to whinge on this site and try to rubbish whatever deal is posted. This is a decent deal if you just want one items, or perhaps a gift set for fathers day, it also works out cheaper than e bay as you say and in some instances will also work out cheaper than the previous 3 for 2 offer depending on what you buy
Specifically for the doubters, buy a gift set at £21.99, a shampoo at 10.99 and a polish at £15.99 = £37.98 on a 3 for 2, on this offer 30% off works out £34.28, so cheaper with this deal. People rarely buy three same priced items on 3 for 2 so don't get maximum benefit from those offers.

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Yeh stay away from trees.
Just kidding I had this issue before I moved,tried all sorts, ended up Tcutting and wax then a car cover..
No issues now tho the new DS5 is garaged.

People saying it is cheaper on eBay etc.... Where is it cheaper? I can find it for a few pence cheaper but then you have 30% to take off with halfords so a pound or two cheaper in every case...

seems like a good idea, I have Bilt Hamber clay and it's pretty tough therefore hard to use to maximum affect. Need to get that guy out of storage with all the treesap my cars have been exposed to in the last few weeks, it looks like dots of superglue on the car!

£30.75 on ebay at the moment, it is really good stuff

Remove all the contaminants (wash and then clay) and then use a DA polisher with a compound and then a polish, it will look like new.

I pretty much only use Autoglym. Great products. The Aqua Wax is indeed superb! Highly recommended.

Agree about the clay mitt. Great product!

It was winter then - people weren't busy washing their cars like they are now that there's a bit of sun out :smiley:

I would recommend the Glass Cleaner, Bodywork shampoo, High Definition Wax and also the Aqua Wax. With the Aqua Wax though you'd be better off buying this elsewhere in bulk (5 litres for around the £35 - £40 mark) - and its then called Express Wax.

If I have time, I use the High Def wax, but if not, the AquaWax/Express Wax works a treat and also smells lovely!

Or you could just use a baby wipe - gets the job done!

Is this actually 30% off or just the usual 342?

'Just shows voters know nowt about deals'........really, i only wanted one item so how is the 3-4-2 a better deal for me?? Not every deal suits every person which is why i voted hot on this one :smiley:

​Definately clay bar, mine was caped in tree sap and the finish was like glass afterwards!

Can't see how this has got so much heat? This is nearly always on 3 for 2 along with all other car cleaning stuff which is a better deal than this. And it's always far cheaper online.

FFS - the offer is finished, your reference to it was not valid.
End of.

So it finished at the end of business last night. When did they introduce new website? last week - last night?

Ridiculous heat - was cheaper with 3for2 offer. Is much cheaper on ebay now.

Yes.
Really.
Week before this week was last week - this week is this week

Already said.

"Normal" car owners won't want to clay bar BUT they can easily use this and it will sort a dull car out.....s suspect a lot of you should look at this http://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-cleaning/clay-bars-detailing-products/farecla-g3-body-prep-clay-mitt (I am amazed at the ease and perfection of this product) and some http://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-cleaning/clay-bars-detailing-products/farecla-g3-bodyshop-detailer-500ml.

Clay bar

Sorry bargainhunter666, not sure what you mean, cant see a reponse from you earlier

same deal posted 4 months ago got cold voted.shows how messed up hukd is.

?????

Already said what to get.

can't really do anything much to silver cars..specially not with these products.

Hi, hoping someone on this thread can help. I have a silver mk5 golf which looks rather dull atm. Can i use any of these products to bring out the shine of my car? If so, what products would I need? Is it something i would be able to do myself? Thanks in advance!

Really? Did it yesterday.

I also have tree sap issues....anyone?

No such thing as web exclusive! In store price match their own website.

Note it's for 3 for 2 on cleaning stuff instore and online so not quite sure understand this - suppose if you want just one item.
PLEASE use British Cycling to get further 10%. Best of luck if you are using the Dumfries store. They are telling customers that Karcher not included in 3 for 2 offer. Saw someone putting them right about this.

p.s suspect a lot of you should look at this http://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-cleaning/clay-bars-detailing-products/farecla-g3-body-prep-clay-mitt (I am amazed at the ease and perfection of this product) and some http://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-cleaning/clay-bars-detailing-products/farecla-g3-bodyshop-detailer-500ml. Put those in a 3 for 2 with your Auto Glym product and you will be happier.
When your looking for decent pre wash then think Bilt Hamber (not the price on Halfords!) Auto wash.

Oh, just seen the 3 for 2 replaced with this which is obviously a worse offer as only covers Auto Glym - well done for the heat - just shows voters know nowt about deals.

Thanks op just reserved the gift collection for my son for christmas :smiley:

Their engine degreaser is great for cleaning kitchen grease buildup on top of cabinets etc

Thanks OP - heat added

If you mean you got polish on black plastic use the bumper gel gets it off and leaves it nice and shiny too. Or at least this is the only problem I had.

Not any more - finished last week.

Guys what do I use if I have a bit of white streaks left over from some bodywork I did ..it's in crevices of my car body work so annoying to look at ...apparently wax will remove it what do I recommmed

:sunglasses: yessssssssss love the stuff the Lambo is gonna look well now

The trouble with the SRP is that it is full of fillers..... If you dont use EGP afterwards, it will just look rubbish again about a week later :disappointed:

If you use SRP, give it a coat of EGP after. You'll find you won't need to polish it for a good while. I use Bodywork Shampoo, them SRP followed by EGP. For the next few weeks just the shampoo is fine as it won't strip off the EGP.

Would any of these products protect my car from tree sap? E.g Make it easier to clean off.

They have never let me down!! I'm getting this

Yeah I did originally use that but this seemed to do it with a bit less elbow grease!

So does wd40. I like autoglym stuff, cheap and off the shelf.

The Super Resin Polish and High Definition wax are really good products, I highly recommend them.

Thanks for sharing. I like this so much because of its unique cleaning recipe. Got it:p

Just used the tar stuff on my car there, cost me £8 from a local shop but it really really works. Did particularly well removing old tax disk glue.

3 for 2 in shop for the all cleaning stuff

Thanks OP. Have just reserved some times. Autoglym is the best from my experience. Even better when this cheap.

Thanks OP, like their glass cleaner but they never have it in my local store - can collect after 1pm Friday - heat added