Wes_R x Solid Red GT-R (82 pics)

[Wes_R]

This was a pretty straight forward job. The client had just purchased this GTR and wanted to polish the paint. Nothing to crazy but something to add a nice pop to the paint. 1 stage it was and finished in a day.



Upon arrival




Taking measurements and a panel had been repainted




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After




After pics starting with a shiny front fender


Front view


Rear view




Thanks for reading! Hope you enjoyed the Long Weekend!

[Wes_R]

This new Sti was brought to us for a new car prep and Opti Coat. We had actually Opti Coated the clients previous Evo X last winter so he wanted to get it protected again. We decided on Opti Coat 2.0 and a 1 stage polish to clean up some very minor swirling before application.

I love World Rally Blue as it is a classic Sti color and it was fun to get acquainted with the new lines on this brand new model.

As usual on to the pics.



On arrival




Measuring the paint




Masking the trim to prevent the polishers from burning the rubber




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After




Opti Coat 2.0




And the final finished pic

[Wes_R]

This new 991 C4S came in to be protected right away by Opti Coat Pro. This client was referred to us by another client whose new Cayman S we prepped and Opti Coated as well. The paint had very light swirling and just an issue on the front bumper that had to be addressed. Other then that everything else was in great shape!



Arrival




Masking off rubber trim so that the polishers wouldn't stain or damage the trim




This was the issue on the front bumper. It seemed as if someone was trying to rub off an adhesive but just ended up making things worse.

Before


After




Opti Coat Primer which is also a catalyst for the hardening of Opti Coat Pro


Applied via machine


Opti Coat Pro


Applying by hand




Finished pic and a beautiful reflection shot on the hood


Finished pic of the whole car

[Wes_R]

This client had been following our work for a long time and when he had finally found his perfect M3 gave us a call to freshen up the paint work. I love Interlagos Blue and the 18inch rims were a perfect combination. Clean but aggressive.

We 2 stage polished the paint and it was looking beautiful. Unfortunately it was raining and I wasn't sure if I should take the pics hence the reason for only five pictures. Luckily I got a small window to take the last pic.



Arrival




Cleaning the rims




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After




And the only finished pic

[Wes_R]

We received a call from a client who had just purchased this RS4 from the States. He had said that the dealership he bought it from had detailed it already but didn't do such a good job. He was looking to have a proper fresh start and had heard about our services. He came in first for an assessment, then booked a date and in it came for a 2 stage polish and then protected with Opti Coat Pro.



Arrival pic


The hood and the entire car was covered in buffer trails from a bad polishing job




Cleaning the rims, calipers, and wheel wells




Measuring the paint




Before


After


50/50 shot


Before on the taillight


After on the taillight




Sun was peaking in the shop and give us a teaser of the gloss




Opti Coat Pro




And the finished pics!

[Wes_R]

Funny thing about this car is we had actually 2 stage polished it and protected it with Opti Coat Pro in the spring for the previous owner. Randomly by chance the new owner brought in his Cayenne diesel and mentioned he had bought this Scud and wanted to bring it in for another detail before storage. Lol small world and funny how things work out like that sometimes.

I didn't get pics the first time but definitely with it in again I had to get pics of it in the shop!



Arrival pics








Vacuum the carpets err floor






Dust out the crevices

I love this wheel




I really like this shot for some reason


And me doing my Neo Matrix detailing shot




We cleaned the pedals






Then finally wiped everything down starting with the door


The seats




And finally, the floor




As usual the rims first on the exterior




I love this pic




Always 2 Bucket Method when we wash

[Wes_R]

I just machine waxed the paint at a low speed, nothing interesting, but I tried to make it look interesting lol

Me, Myself, and I waxing




Clean the windows


Dress the tires


And last but not least, use a tooth pick to clean the wax out the crevices




And now, the finished pics










And finally, my last two favourite pictures

[Wes_R]

We had Opti Coated this client's BMW F31 and he had mentioned how he had lost a Dakar Yellow e46 M3 in a flood and was trying to figure out what to replace it with. I mentioned an e39 M5 and I guess that planted the seed in his head because a couple months later this low mileage M5 showed up lolol.

Sorry about the lack of after pics but due to the overcast I didn't really get any good shots.



Arrival




Cleaning the wheels, specifically the lugnut area


Engine shampooed and dressed


Paint measured




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Headlights and taillights were polished as well.

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After




Unmasking the trim




And the only decent after pic




Thanks again for looking!

[Wes_R]

This client actually came in around the same time as the CLK63 Black Series we posted but just for a quote. I had totally forgotten about it when I got a call a couple weeks ago with the owner wanting to bring it in the next day. Perfect! As another customer had rescheduled and the slot was open. I love it when things work out like that! This was a 2 stage polish for storage.



Masked up ready for polishing




Measuring the paint




Before


After




And the finished pics

[Wes_R]

This client had just purchased this SRT8 and wanted to get a "fresh" start with it. He stopped by for an initial assessment and we concluded on a 2 stage polish. I tried to convince him on at least Opti Coat 2.0 or the new version Gloss Coat but in the end we just protected it with a sealant. All in all I was very happy with the out come and the pics. Hope you enjoy the transformation on this beast!



Arrival to the shop




Started with the wheels as usual


Cleaning the wheel well




Measuring the paint




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After


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Even the chrome trim improved!
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After


Taillights before


Taillights after




In the sun shot and no swirls


And the finished pics








Thanks for looking!

[bobbo]

Very nice work and some impressive rides!

[Sibzzz]

Wow quality work!

[Wes_R]

Thanks guys!

[Wes_R]

Not really a write up due to the early sunset and having to finish this in one day. But I couldn't have a new RS7 in the shop and not take pics.



Quick clean up on the interior


Lite Polish


And protected with Opti Coat Pro

[Wes_R]

This client was actually one of my first customers that I had lost contact with for a couple years, but found on Instagram. We exchanged numbers, setup a date, and into the shop it came. All I was told was to "work your magic" lol. This ended up being a 2 stage polish protected afterward with Gloss Coat, the replacement for Opti Coat 2.0, which I am very happy with. Easy to apply, very glossy, and feels pretty slick too! Did I mention I like Estoril Blue?



On arrival








Cleaning the inner barrel of the wheels


Wiping down the rim face with a microfibre mitt


Cleaning in the lugnut area


And cleaning in the wheel wells




Washing always using the 2 Bucket Method


Claybarred the paint using the Nano Skin Mitt


And dried it with a plush microfibre towel
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Masked off all rubber trim




Taking paint measurements (note: The entire car had been repainted by Luxury in Etibocoke. The reason for such high paint readings)






Now the fun begins
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All in all I would say we got it to an 8.5-9 out of 10 minus the deeper scratches that couldn't be buffed out. All in all still very happy with the correction and shine achieved.