The truth is, your car needs to be detailed once in a while to keep it looking new. You will find that your vehicle lasts for more years because of the steps done to keep it fit and clean. Here are the basic guidelines. Do It Yourself You can start detailing your car on your own by researching on the internet, reading books, pamphlets and magazines and talking to the experts. However, buffing, like choosing your car s wax, will require you to do some more thinking since there are different buffing operations that you can do, depending on how you want to buff your car s finish. If you want to achieve a polished finish, then you need to buff the surface with slight pressure required and at slow speeds, while a heavy oxidized finish would require you to buff the finish with more pressure and at higher speeds. You must consider quality and work span to give a good job at a reasonable price. Going Mobile You can start with just a truck or with those junk cars and visit customers homes and work places to detail at their location. Water supply is limited to the local area so you need to bring your own supply. You also get the job done at a much faster rate than polishing by hand. Apply the polish initially by putting ample amounts on the buffer pad then spreading some on the finish of the car. Turn the buffer on. Be careful not to put too much polish on the pad or it might by thrown all over the place as the buffer starts to whirl. Be cautious not to damage sticking parts and knobs. The small attachment is also used in vacuuming the seats. Leather seats can easily be damaged, make sure not to scratch them by slowing the movement of the vacuum. Fabric Seats and Door Upholstery Cleaning Spray cleaner is only one od the upholstery cleaning agents available on the market. Seat covers are custom made for the exact year, model of the car and colors that fit the vehicle. Leathers are expensive compared to vinyl or cloth but the price is worth it. Leathers lasts for decades once handled with care to keep it intact and good looking. Wanting to have leather car seats will cost you a big deal.