As we've all seen on these posts, there is a ton of products out there and there are a ton of opinions about those products as well. I certainly am no different. I haven't seen too many threads on 5 Star Shine, so I thought I'd share my experience.
I have, like many others here looked for that ultimate product in many different areas of car care. I have gone through many types of waxes etc. to protect my paint. Years ago, I came across 5 Star Shine on the web and began my research. I also asked my brother-in-law who's owned a detailing business for about 10 years to review the literature on the product. He agreed that the system utilized in this product is one he's heard about, seen and discussed with professionals regarding paint protection. He said the same thing the literature was saying; that it is not just a wax, it's more of a system to work with the molecular structure of the paint.
Based on my research and his feedback, I ordered some in 2003 for my dark brown VW Passat, took the time to clay the vehicle as suggested, then went about performing the several step application process. When I was complete, I was amazed at the deep deep shine I was able to attain from this product. I wondered if it would last as they said? Well, it continued to work through a few years just like it said. I live in Iowa with rain, hot sun, salt and cold temps (the full range). I constantly got comments from people about how nice it looked and washing it was just as easy as advertised.
So.......when I sold the Passat and got a new 08 Dark Cherry Pearl Ridge, I thought I'd try it again. My son and I spent a large part of Saturday washing, claying, washing again, then applying the 5 Star Shine product process. Again, I was amazed with the results and couldn't be happier. It costs more than wax initially, but the fact that it lasts for years with no other waxing needed is a winner for me. I really like the product. Again, it's very differnt from waxing and is more of a chemical process involved in this "paint protection" system. You can read about it at their link.
Never Wax Your Car Again! - 5 Star Shine
If you have any thoughts about using this product or questions, I'd be glad to try and answer. I guess you can say I'm a believer after the second vehicle, but I won't try and sell you on it. It works for me. That's all. I've not read or heard of any negative results from people on this product.