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Does car wax go bad?

I just bought a new car, so I want to keep it in pristine condition. Under the sink, I found a bottle of car wax that looks ancient. Since car wax isn’t cheap, I thought I might use it, but I want to make sure it’s still good. Can car wax go bad?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Taking care of your new car is a great way to retain its resale value and curb appeal. Unfortunately, car wax goes bad after about three years. If improperly stored in extreme temperatures of either hot or cold, it can go bad even faster.
So if you want to remove bugs, tar, and sap from car paint or just give some added protection to your vehicle, invest in a new bottle. You can buy a premium bottle of Turtle Wax or Meguiar’s Car Wax for about $10 to $15, so it’s not too pricey.
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