Cadillac 1967 VVI Data Book page 189

APPEARANCE MAINTENANCE
Your Cadillac is finished with General Motors' "Magic-Mirror"
acrylic lacquer. This is a finish of maximum beauty which is
superior to conventional lacquer finishes in depth of color,
gloss retention and durability.
Washing
The best way to preserve the finish is to keep it clean. Frequent
washings are required to maintain its original beauty. Wash
the car with either warm or cold (never hot) water, not in the
direct rays of the sun, and not while the sheet metal surfaces
are hot. Never wipe dirt from dry painted surfaces because
this may scratch the finish. The use of strong soaps aiid chem-
ical detergents should be avoided. All cleaning agents should
be promptly flushed from the surface and not allowed to dry
or they may streak the finish.
Polishing and waxing
Even though the acrylic paint on your car is more durable
than conventional finishes, under certain conditions you may
wish to wax or polish your car to provide maximum protection.
Calcium chloride and other salts, ice-melting agents, road
oil and tar, tree sap, chemicals from factory chimneys and
other foreign matter may damage any automobile; finish if
allowed to remain in contact with paint.
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Prompt washing may not thoroughly remove these deposits
and, particularly in geographical areas where these exposure
conditions are severe, properlyi applied high quality polishes
and waxes will provide the best protection. Authorized
Cadillac Dealers offer both GM Magic Mirror and Blue Coral,
which have proven their value in maintaining a fine finish.
NOTE: Some chemical cleaners used for removing road
oil and tars from painted surfaces have been found to be
detrimental to acrylic finishes. When purchasing a cleaner,
make sure the instructions specifically state that the con-
tents can be safely used on an acrylic finish.
Chrome
Many parts of your Cadillac, such as the bumpers and body
hardware, are chromium plated. Chrome plating is susceptible
to the actions of solutions being used on streets and highways
to melt ice. Corrosive damage may also be caused by salt air
near coastlines, industrial smoke and other conditions found in
urban areas. When such conditions exist, frequent washing
and waxing are necessary. GM Chrome Cleaner is an excellent
material for cleaning the chrome on your car.
Anodized aluminum parts
Caustic cleaning agents will discolor anodized aluminum parts