Yep, im the same person:P
Gold class is an excellent wax.
Saari cheezein chooro, you finished the huge can of gold class? I can bet youre over applying.
Less is more my friend. Apply as thin as possible. Only a microscopic layer will bond to the paint.
I can estimate around 30 wax sessions on a hatchback like swift. Atleast 30 applications.
And gift the can of formula one to someone, youre better off without it. Perfect your application, it'll save you money, time, effort, health and it will be a breeze to buff off gold class as long as you apply thin.
2-3 hours is decent... budget does matter but you dont have to spend a ton of money to get good results. You need good products with the correct technique and youre good to go.
Remember- thin is in.
Btw- i can hook you up with 2oz of meguiars gold class at an economical rate. PM me if interested.