Car Show Prep for Spokane Events Like Cruzin’ the Falls
A simple timeline and supply list for show day.
How do you get a car ready for a car show?
Start a week out with a deep clean and paint decontamination, finish with wax or sealant the day before, and do a final quick-detailer wipe and tire dressing on show morning. Bring a small kit for touch-ups.
Timeline
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| One week out | Deep clean the interior, wash and clay or decontaminate the paint, and fix any small issues |
| Two to three days out | Polish if needed, clean the engine bay, wheels and wheel wells |
| Day before | Apply wax or sealant, clean glass, dress tires and trim |
| Show morning | Quick-detailer wipe, tire shine, fix fingerprints, set up your display |
Your show kit
- Quick detailer and several clean microfiber towels
- Glass cleaner and a soft detailing brush
- Tire dressing and an applicator
- A small step stool or kneeling pad
- A folding chair and water
What judges and visitors notice
- Paint depth and clean edges at panel gaps
- A clean engine bay and wheel wells
- Spotless glass, an uncluttered interior and clean door jambs
- Tidy tires and trim
In Spokane
Cruzin’ the Falls has been held in May as part of the Spokane Lilac Festival on Spokane Falls Boulevard downtown. Check the Downtown Spokane Partnership event page for the current date and entry details. Spring pollen and road dust settle fast, so keep a quick detailer in the kit. If you want a pro to prepare the car, see our full detail, paint correction and engine bay cleaning.
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Questions
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