i have washed my car before but never put any other products on it. from reading around here, i think all i need is wax, clay, polish, and a sealent. it this true? for my car to have a great shine and be protected.

in which order do i apply these?

also what do i need to apply all these things on my car?

im going to kragen after work any suggestions on what kind of each thing to buy?

Many people are in your exact situation and there is a wealth of info on this site as well as others. There are some basics that you need to know then you will better understand the processes, techniques, products, etc. Read this thread thoroughly, it covers everything that you need to know for now. It is lengthy but it's worth the read.

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=158378