defining car culture 047 PRODUCT TEST THE VERDICT I have to admit, even having previous experience of their rather hardcore chemistry buffs going full on when developing new products, I wasn’t too sure how you can improve on the idea of a quick detailer. But the answer is clear… You see, most of us associate these types of products with simple spot cleaning, and by that, I mean removing fingerprints and dust at shows, or before you tuck up your pride and joy for the evening. But, while it’s clearly very good for that, perhaps the biggest thing here is that you can use it as a stand- alone LSP too. Unlike most products which rely on (or are designed to ‘boost’) previously applied LSP layers, it performs amazingly well on its own. Put simply, this goes way above and beyond, and that’s in terms of finish, ease of use, and the sort of surface protection it offers. The hydrophobic qualities are immense and show the sort of beading you’d usually expect from a wax or sealant. The added shine is exceptional and, when you consider how much traditional LSPs cost, it’s pretty amazing value too. Once again, Chipex have not only smashed it, they’ve launched what is in all likelihood the most advanced product of its type. Miracle Detailer? The name is very much, er, on point. THE TEST These guys don’t make a lot of car care products, their ethos is very much a case of quality over quantity. What this translates to is throwing a whole load of R&D at a very small number of items, all with the goal of creating something exceptional. In a sense Miracle Detailer is the same as their 1:400 dilution shampoo or water- repelling screenwash, it really is very clever stuff. It’s easy to use as a conventional quick detailer. The formula makes quick work of light soiling, lifting off marks without scratching. It also leaves behind a serious gloss, more than usually expected from a product like this. Where it comes into its own though, is offering super-quick surface protection. You simply apply directly to paint and glass, wait a little bit, and then wipe off any excess. You can finish a whole car in a matter of minutes and you get an aquaphobic layer which not only beads off water, but helps to stop grime sticking in the first place. Again, it seems to work at a level that’s unexpected for a simple detailing spray. THE PRODUCT OK, the name may immediately make you think of those late-night infomercials, all those useful JML titbits for painting your living room or buzzing off your Nan’s moustache. Just using the word ‘miracle’ gives this one a lot to live up to. It’s a word normally reserved for the sort of marketing people who rely on cringy phrases like “bang on trend” or “on point”. The thing is though, as we’ve learnt in the past, when Chipex say anything they have good reason… Tested by Midge CHIPEX MIRACLE DETAILER A new detailer from Chipex, and one that performs miracles. Let’s take a look… “Miracle Detailer? The name is very much, er, on point.” THE GOOD STUFF… ✔ Quick & Easy ✔ Good Value ✔ Aquaphobic Protection ✔ Exceptional Gloss Finish Price £12.95 (500ml) www.chipex.co.uk FCR404.Tested.jt1.indd 47 20/12/2018 12:24

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defining car culture 047

PRODUCT TEST

THE VERDICTI have to admit, even having previous experience of their rather hardcore chemistry buffs going full on when developing new products, I wasn’t too sure how you can improve on the idea of a quick detailer. But the answer is clear…

You see, most of us associate these types of products with simple spot cleaning, and by that, I mean removing fingerprints and dust at shows, or before you tuck up

your pride and joy for the evening. But, while it’s clearly very good for that, perhaps the biggest thing here is that you can use it as a stand-alone LSP too. Unlike most products which rely on (or are designed to ‘boost’) previously applied LSP layers, it performs amazingly well on its own.

Put simply, this goes way above and beyond, and that’s in terms of finish, ease of use, and the

sort of surface protection it offers. The hydrophobic qualities are immense and show the sort of beading you’d usually expect from a wax or sealant. The added shine is exceptional and, when you consider how much traditional LSPs cost, it’s pretty amazing value too.

Once again, Chipex have not only smashed it, they’ve launched what is in all likelihood the most advanced product of its type. Miracle Detailer? The name is very much, er, on point.

THE TESTThese guys don’t make a lot of car care products, their ethos is very much a case of quality over quantity. What this translates to is throwing a whole load of R&D at a very small number of items, all with the goal of creating something exceptional. In a sense Miracle Detailer is the same as their 1:400 dilution shampoo or water-repelling screenwash, it really is very clever stuff.

It’s easy to use as a conventional quick detailer. The formula makes quick work of light soiling, lifting off marks without scratching. It also leaves behind a serious gloss, more than usually expected from a product like this.

Where it comes into its own though, is offering super-quick surface protection. You simply apply directly to paint and glass, wait a little bit, and then wipe off any excess. You can finish a whole car in a matter of minutes and you get an aquaphobic layer which not only beads off water, but helps to stop grime sticking in the first place. Again, it seems to work at a level that’s unexpected for a simple detailing spray.

THE PRODUCTOK, the name may immediately make you think of those late-night infomercials, all those useful JML titbits for painting your living room or buzzing off your Nan’s moustache. Just using the word ‘miracle’ gives this one a lot to live up to. It’s a word normally reserved for the sort of marketing people who rely on cringy phrases like “bang on trend” or “on point”. The thing is though, as we’ve learnt in the past, when Chipex say anything they have good reason…

Tested by MidgeCHIPEX

MIRACLE DETAILERA new detailer from Chipex, and one that performs miracles. Let’s take a look…

“Miracle Detailer? The name

is very much, er, on point.”

THE GOOD STUFF… ✔ Quick & Easy✔ Good Value✔ Aquaphobic Protection✔ Exceptional Gloss Finish

Price £12.95 (500ml)

www.chipex.co.uk

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