Do I need to spend £300 on paint protection for my new Volkswagen Golf?

I shall shortly be taking delivery of a new Golf. The Volkswagen dealership is trying to sell me a paint protection extra at some £300. Is it worth it or would regular polishing do the job just as well?

Asked on 7 August 2010 by new car owner 101

Answered by Honest John

You can DIY with a £20 bottle of Autoglym Extra Gloss Protection from a car accessory shop.

Tags: paintwork polish and paint protection

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