I use a quality, low rpm orbital buffer and the Meguiar's 3 step system...

Step 1 - Cleaner - Removes contaminants down to the paint/cleared surface.
Step 2 - Polisher - Polishes the base painted/cleared surface.
Step 3 - Wax - Adds depth and protection to your newly polished surface.

This is a full 3 step process meaning you have to apply and remove the Cleaner, apply and remove the Polisher, apply and remove the Wax and every step done with a quality low rpm orbital buffer. Also, have a bunch of clean wax remover pads and change them whenever they become caked-up with wax. This will assist with the cleaner/polisher/wax removal and enhance the polishing at the same time.

This process will leave you with a long lasting shine that you can be proud of and others will envy.

NOTE: Use painters masking tape around the rubber window moldings and do your waxing out of the sun... it makes the job alot easier. NOTE: Even if the hood is hot from runnung the car, give it a half an hour to cool as the heat will bake the wax on and make it harder to remove.

PLEASE, DO NOT USE YOUR BLACK & DECKER GRINDER OR OTHER HIGH SPEED ORBITAL TOOL UNLESS YOU ARE EXPERIENCED IN AUTOBODY REFINISHING.