Car Detailing for Nissan Altima

Detailing your Nissan Altima

Canadian Altimas all have all-wheel drive, which is why so many of them run through winter without ever seeing a wash, and the salt film on the lower doors shows it by March. Inside, the soft Zero Gravity seats are comfortable and crease early, especially the light grey ones that also pick up jean dye. We clean and condition them, extract the carpet and the rear seats that rideshare passengers have used, and polish the dark paint that drive-through washes have swirled.

What we watch for on a Altima

• The soft Zero Gravity seat bolsters wear and crease on high-mileage cars; leather cleaner and conditioner help the look
• Light grey leather and cloth show denim dye and grime on the driver's side
• The rear window ledge collects dust and sun-baked grime that needs steam
• A frequent rideshare car, so the rear seats, cup holders and rear door pockets need extra attention
• Dark metallic paints show swirls from automatic washes and respond well to a one-step polish

Midsize sedans: the family and commuter workhorse

A midsize sedan usually carries the school run, the commute and the weekend grocery trip, which means a rear seat full of crumbs and a trunk full of whatever rolled around in it. Wide doors and large panels reward a proper two-bucket wash.