PAGE 2, WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 24, 1984, WHITBY FREE PRESS AUTO GUIDE New Car Finishes Con ceol Warning Signs For Waxing Auto makers seeking to extend the shiny ap- pearance of cars rolling off Detroit production limes are beginning to use alternative paint systems that impart a longer lasting high-gloss look. One of the newest processes belng offered to new car buyers is a two-coat finish that is cosmetically superior to the traidtional one-coat paints. Referrred to as the "color coat/clear coat", system, it conists of a base coat of p1gmentedý paint over which clear coat is ap- plied to provide a deeper, more lustrous finish. The resuit is an eyecatching sheen which greatly enhances the car's oVerail ap- pearance. However, the new system presents some potential pitfalls for car owners who are rear yoU hid- in the habit of protecting their vehicles. with a coat of wax only when they see the finish begin to lose its gleaming ap- pearance. Wlth the color coat/clear coat system, the usual indicators for decicling when to wax no longer apply. The finish does not duil slowly over time. Instead, it remains bright and shiny for an extended period even though in- -WHEN YONUYTIR ES FURON VAN HFMF ~VI ITIffl UL 4 lt's amfazlng. With the seat' up, Citation Il gives more than 19 cublo feet of den luggage space. Fold down the rear seat and the 4-Door Hatchback lnstantly opens up over 35 cublo feet of cargo space. A filat f loor over f Ive feet, long. Enough room for bikes, tents, skis and lots more clement weather, road film and other hazards May attack the finish. The new system is'also susceptible to deterioriation from sunlight which can cause the outer clear coat layver *to discolor and break down before its time. To capitalize on the beauty of the clear coat effect and give these finishes the protection they need, car care ex- fun you Just can't get In ordlnary cars. And as a refined passenger car, Citation Il h-igh marks, too. With more f Ive- gets six feet of combined front- and rear-seat leg room. Hatch back or people-'carrier, you just may flnd new uses for Citation Il every weekend. perts recommend the saine kind of regular waxing sehedule' used on more conventional finishes. Waxing provides- cars with a protective overcoatthat shields the clear coat surface from harsh en- vironmental conditions including exposure to ultra-violet radiation from the sun. Waxes containing a UV light absorbing agent, such as Borden's new Sun Shield car waxes, have been developed to help fight the damaging effects of the sun's rays on these color coat/clear coat systems. Their UV- absorbing capabillity is particularly important for cars maintained in warmer, 1sunnier climates, such as the Southern U.S., where thé sun is a constant threat to the autobody surface. Waxing the new finish regularly is also prescribed to ,inibit road and at-z mospheric particles Citation II packs a lot of versatility into a lot of car. It's always ready to carry you and your friends li impressive comfort. And when you need more cargo rooni, it converts in seconds to give you wagonlike carrying space. 1When you sit behind the wheel, you'll like the way Citation II treats you. The more you drive it, the more impressive features you'll discover. Ease yourself into the interior comfort. YouTl be impressed by the level of, appointments Citation II gives you. Testthe performance of its responsive stan- dard 2.5 Litre elec- tronically fuel-injected from scratching outer clear coat. engine. Or choose the available 2.8 Litre multi-port fuel-injected V6 that gives Citation II the best performance ever., Listen to the quiet- ness. Thick sound- absorbing materials surround you, sealing out noise from below, above, front, back and the side s. Look for corrosion protection. Literally every square inch of ex- posed- metal is treated with - anti-corrosion materials to help block out surface corrosion. Judge it for smooth ride and driving abilities. Engineering techniques develôped in designing Chevrolet's G.N. AUTO SERVICES. - 117 Hopklns St., Whltby 666-2885 FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT We'ilIminpect wheeis, correct air pressure, adjuet camber, castor and tas ln ta praper alIgnment specIflcatlons. In- apeot suspension and steering systeme . Parte extra- If required. MOiSTCARS $ 5 UNDERSPRAY UNDERBODYi WITH OIL $20.ooI BRAKE SPECIAL Front & Rear Inciudes front padu, tum rotors, repack bearinga, rear ahoes, tum druma, service brake cabies.i $159 MOST CARS 5 LU BE, OIL &, FILTER Until November 31, 1984 Inciudes name brand aul, fliter and up ta 5 litres of 1OW30 motar au, plus a campiete chasesatube. MOST CARS WINTER TUNE Up CHECK ANTI FREEZE FREE PICK UP AND DELIVERY the When to Wax Existing studies , i- dicate that establishing a regular waxlng schedule for a car is the best method to ensure its finish is protected fr 'om environmental elements. Generally, a regular schedule con- sists of' waxing the vehicle once every two to three months. Getting into the habit of on-going car care becomes even more desireable when one considers that con-_ sumers generally pay a premium for the op- tiohal color coat/clear coat paint application. If an owner allows the outer layer to wear away, the car will require totally new finish job at a con- siderable cost. The clear coat cannot be restored without refinishing the entire car. Overseas Origine The introduction of the color coat/clear coat finishes began with cars from both Europe and Japan. Shortly after it.s introduction, U.S. auto manufacturera adopted the process to position domestlc cars as com- petitive witb their foreign counterparts. Currently offered to add a, superior look to metallic peints, the color coat/clear coat process wlll also be available in non- metallic versions as well. Now that Detroit has decided to enter the new paint system market- place, it's apparentthat the new finishes- are here to stay. In fact, their use on newer cars may cause us to redefine the way we look at automotive finishés. But remember that proper care and treatment is required to help protect your in- vestment and to con- tinue drawing admiring glances from passersby. other front-wkoel drive cars, have constantly refined Citation IL. Judge it for yourself. Drive Citation II and see why we believe it'sb'n'e of the most versatile and enjoyable cars you can buy today. Driving Citation II is even more of a pleasure. As you sit behind the wheel, you can feel the fuil-foani seat support your legs and back. Also keeping you comdor- table is the powerful heater ventilation system with new centre air outlet. The in- strument panel, redesigned to be even. more- clearly readable,. is directly in front of the driver. The radio is standard (except' PJ models). Electronicaly tuned AM/FM stereo radios - are now available. The available CL,. Custom seat features a storage tray and, pull- down centre armnrest. But perhaps the most impressive surprise cornes when you turn the ignition key. The niew hydraulie engine. mounting'system las s effective you may not even feel the- engine idle. U phols tory <Tips.. If you car's vinyl upholstery needs sprucing up, start with a good vinyl 'cleaner, availabie. at.your -local auto supply store. Use conditioners on your vinyl upholstery as, well, to keep it flexible. Tears and cigarette burns can be repalred with patches or liquid vinyl, also available at auto supply dealers. I ýr Citation Il. One Car That. Does It Ail >1985 CHEVROLET CITATION Il ONTARIO MOTO'R SALES LTD. Chev, OIds, CadîII. a'c. &Chevy Trucks 140 BOND ST, W., OSHAWA 725-6501 686-1311