[JordanCA]

I made the horrific mistake of buying a black gt. I can't seem to get rid of water spots and other paint nusances. Any suggestions other than white vinegar.

[Vortex]

wash with distilled water.. those self-wash car washes have em.. just use your own scrubber.. dont trust the brushes...
if you dont use distilled, be sure to use a chamois. ..

[coolie1]

clay bar then a high speed buff and wax i just did my 02 torch red gt

[wagstdy]

You hard-core detailers are going to freak but....I've used Lime-Away in the past with success. Just don't leave it on the car for ANY length of time. A couple of quick swipes with a sponge soaked in Lime-Away and then immediately rinse it off followed by a wash with car soap. After drying the car and there are still some stubborn spots remaining, repeat the process. Once they are all gone, wax. Keep the car waxed and they won't form in the first place.

Lime-away works especially well on windows because you don't have to worry about hurting the finish. Just rinse the run-off thoroughly.

Lime-Away is a bathroom cleaner that has acid in it. It is designed to be used in your shower/bath/kitchen for removing water spots. It is undoubtedly bad for paint but like I said, don't leave it sitting on the paint. Just a couple of quick swipes and rinse and your water spots will be gone.

You probably know this, but don't ever wash your car in the sun. It's also bad for the paint to take your car out of the sun and put cold water on the really hot paint. Let it cool in the shade a little while before washing.

[JordanCA]

What do I do with a clay bar?

Is there any car preparation first like removing the wax?

[MarkHalliday]

you can also get a good polishing compound or rubbing compound just make sure it is safe for clear coat finishes.

[GTRaptor]

The claybar is the best way to get rid of the spots.
I wouldnt use any harsh chemicals, they could get into the paint no matter how fast you take them off.

The claybar is used with a lubricant, Mothers or Meguiars sell good claybars.

[JordanCA]

What kind of lubricant? Thanx for the fast answers.

[GTRaptor]

The claybar kits already come with everything needed

[Vortex]

wagstdy, I never tried that, but being that it is a potent acid and not a base, i wouldnt recommend it for tinted windows... much like window cleaners with amonia, they can "purple" black tint.

[Ron]

If you get Meguiars clay bar, it come with Quick Detailer as the lubricant.