I’ve used brushes on my Subarus for years with no issues. Just don’t use the scraper on painted surfaces—those are strictly for glass. Pro tip: Run the car with heat and defrosters on full blast for 10-15 minutes before brushing. Makes it way easier.
Subaru paint holds up pretty well, but you can add a ceramic coat for extra protection. Regular snow brushes are fine if you’re careful to only use the bristles. For light snow, you could even try a leaf blower.
@Tanaka
You’re probably right about needing a brush for heavier snow, but I just want to baby my new car as much as possible. It’s Autumn Green, so scratches will show easily. My red sedan has scratches from past winters, and I’d like to avoid that this time.
@Heath
I have an Autumn Green Outback and live in Alaska. The paint holds up well even with our gravel roads. I use ceramic wax, not a full ceramic coat, and a snow brush. After a year, I’ve only found one tiny nick on my paint. You’ll be fine!
@Tanaka
Subaru paint can feel softer compared to some other brands, but a good ceramic coat solves all worries. Snow doesn’t stick as much, and ice slides off easier too.
Use a car cover. Just pull it off when you’re ready to go.
A silicone squeegee works well for this.
I just use my arm with my coat sleeve pulled over it. Works fine, though my wife thinks I’m crazy!
No need to brush snow off the paint—just clear the glass.
Zinn said:
No need to brush snow off the paint—just clear the glass.
So you’re one of those people driving with a foot of snow flying off the roof onto everyone behind you. Nice.
Zinn said:
No need to brush snow off the paint—just clear the glass.
So you’re one of those people driving with a foot of snow flying off the roof onto everyone behind you. Nice.
Have you tried not tailgating? /s
Zinn said:
No need to brush snow off the paint—just clear the glass.
So you’re one of those people driving with a foot of snow flying off the roof onto everyone behind you. Nice.
I mean, I get your point, but I don’t see why people make such a big deal about it.
@Zinn
Because it’s dangerous! Driving with snow flying off your car is reckless.
vanice said:
@Zinn
Because it’s dangerous! Driving with snow flying off your car is reckless.
I always hope it slides onto their windshield at the first stoplight.
Zinn said:
No need to brush snow off the paint—just clear the glass.
Chunks of snow flying off can damage cars behind you. It’s not cool.
Zinn said:
No need to brush snow off the paint—just clear the glass.
In New Hampshire, it’s a $250 fine if you don’t clear all the snow off your car.
Zinn said:
No need to brush snow off the paint—just clear the glass.
In New Hampshire, it’s a $250 fine if you don’t clear all the snow off your car.
Any brush can do the job without scratching. I used to live near Chicago and managed fine. Laws like that are overkill.