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Bowden's Own

Is a company started by car enthusiasts who developed their own car care products to look after their car collection. It is Australian owned, made and run by the Bowden's family in Queensland. Unlike their competitors, who mass-produce their products, Bowden’s uses high quality ingredients that are still measured, blended, and filled by hand to ensure that the final product is up to scratch.

Bowden's Own Comprehensive Product Range

Bowden’s Own make quality products that are thoroughly tested and proven to work as designed. They also offer a range of kits and value packs to cover any car care job you need to do.

Let’s run through some of the products in their car care, grime fighting arsenal:

A Legacy Of Excellence

History

History


Bowden’s Own is a brand built on a rich history of car enthusiasm and love of motorsports. With car dealerships and hot-rodding in the Bowden family veins, they built up a large collection of old competitive race cars that were refurbished and cared for in order to preserve motorsports history.

Innovation

Innovation


Bowden’s Own have never been content with using the same formulas and are constantly trying to develop new and exciting car care technologies. Since the creation of the original 4 car care products they put together in 2002, they now have a range of over 70 products built for enthusiasts.

Car Washes

Snow Job – A touchless pre-wash designed for use with a snow cannon and a pressure washer for loosening & removing heavy grime.

Nanolicious Wash - Ph neutral that has a high lubrication factor to trap grime while giving a deep clean.

Wax Wash - An all-in-one cleaning solution that contains Carnauba wax for additional shine and protection.

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Bowden's Own Car Wash
Bowden's Own Wheels and Tyres

Wheels and Tyres

Wheely Clean - A spray-on/hose-off solution for cleaning rims. Combine with brushes like The Flat Head or The Little Chubby to agitate the grime before rinsing.

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Bug & Tar Removers

These products are specifically designed to remove bug debris with ease.

Bugger Off - A powerful citrus formula for removing what is left of the insect after it has had a head on collision with your vehicle. Safe on all of your car's paints, plastics, and rubber.

Ta Ta Tar - A spray and wipe solution for removing sticky substances like tar and tree sap.

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Bowden's Own Bug & Tar Removers
Bowden's Own Glass Cleaning

Glass Cleaning

These products are specifically designed to remove bug debris with ease.

Naked Glass - Spray onto your cloth and wipe the glass, then buff dry with the other side. Best used as a glass detailer.

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Interior Smell Fighter

Pong-Go Eliminates smelly odours from upholstery and carpets. Safe on all surfaces. Try and locate the source or area of the smell and spray on. Has a subtle fresh clean fragrance that will help to mask and remove smells from those long offroading weekends.

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Bowden's Own Interior Smell Fighter
Bowden's Own Interior Cleaning

Interior Cleaning

Tackle interior spills and stains with cleaners build for a variety of surfaces and purposes.

Use Orange Agent all purpose cleaner for deep cleaning dirty car interiors also great for exterior cleaning of delicate surfaces, Vinyl Care to rejuvenate and UV protect your vinyl, rubber and artificial leather surfaces, and leather love and leather guard for leather interiors.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, Bowden's products are formulated to be safe for all types of car finishes, including clear coats, single-stage paints, and ceramic coatings. Always follow the product instructions for best results.

It's recommended to wash your car at least once a week to maintain its appearance and protect the paint from contaminants. However, frequency can vary based on driving conditions and weather.

Here’s a step-by-step rundown of what Bowden’s recommends for the perfect car wash:

  1. Start by cleaning your wheels using Bowden’s Wheely Clean.
  2. Next, move onto a pre-wash to remove loose dirt from your car’s exterior.
  3. Hand wash comes next, such as the Nanolicious Wash.
  4. After wash maintenance such as super hydrophobics and waxes and sealants.
  5. Use a drying aid like After Glow or Boss Gloss followed by the Big Softie and the Big Green Sucker respectively.
  6. Tyres and glass are the final stage, so get your Tyre Sheen and Naked Glass ready to create a perfect shine.

Yes, Bowden's car wash shampoos are compatible with foam cannons. Dilute the shampoo according to the instructions and apply it using the foam cannon for a thick, clinging foam. Use Bowden’s Snow Job in conjunction with the Snow Blow Cannon to get perfect fluffy suds that will cut through grime and grease for a more thorough clean.

Polishing removes minor imperfections and enhances the paint's shine, while waxing adds a protective layer to preserve the finish and provide a glossy look.

For proper car care, polishing should be done approximately 2-3 times a year, depending on the condition of your car's paint. Waxing can be done every 2-3 months to maintain protection and shine.

Use Bowden's wheel cleaner to remove brake dust and road grime. Apply the cleaner, let it sit for a few minutes, and then scrub with a wheel brush before rinsing thoroughly.

Clean your tyres with Bowden's Orange Agent tyre cleaner, then apply their Tyre Sheen to restore a deep, black finish and provide UV protection.

Bowden's products are formulated with high-quality ingredients that are safe for your car and the environment. Products avoid the use of phosphates, corrosive salts, and harsh solvents that might damage your vehicle.

Yes, Bowden's products are versatile and can be used on motorcycles, boats, and other vehicles. Always test on a small, inconspicuous area first and check the products you are using for instructions on best use.