The other day I ran out of car soap and just used Windex to wash my car. My grandfather yelled at me, saying I was going to damage my car. Help me settle this debate: Can you use Windex on car paint?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Car experts say that you should never use Windex on car paint. Why? Because you run the risk of stripping the finish from your car. Think about it. Windex is designed to remove grime from windows—imagine what it can do to your car’s finish and paint job! So, yes, your grandfather was correct. Tell him you’ll never use Windex again.
Doing a bit of research to find out whether or not you should use Windex on car paint is smart. After all, your car is an investment you want to protect. And reading what car experts have to say about how to clean your car just makes sense.
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