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PerroneFord
06-28-2009, 09:54 PM
One of our club members alerted me last month that she was taking delivery of a 2009 Mini. I told them to NOT let the dealer get near the paint, and I'd take care of it. So we made arrangements for me to detail it. They took delivery Sat June 27, and I detailed it Sunday June 28! We agreed that the dealer could prep the interior, and I'd take care of the rest.

The car was in nice shape. The interior detail left some things to be desired, so I ended up going over the interior and doing a quickie vacuum and wipe down. Made sure everything had UV protection. The paint was swirl free, but the vinyl hood racing stripes were a mess already and you can't really polish them out. They are VERY prone to water stains. I may try a chemical cleaner next time. Anyone done this?


Wash:
Lower areas sprayed with Surf City Grime Destroyer
2BM with PB SS&S & Grit guard in the rinse bucket
Added some DP Rinseless Wash and Gloss as a water softener

Wheels:
Griot's Garage Wheel Cleaner
Daytona Speed Master Brush
Various other brushes.
Wheel Wells got Megs APC+ 10:1
Tires dressed with Megs Hot Tire Shine (2 coats, wiped off immediately upon application)
Wheels sealed with Optimum Poli-Seal

Jambs:
PB APC 10:1
Trim & seals - PB Trim Restorer

Glass:
Stoner's Instant Glass

Paint Correction:
Megs Ultimate Compound on Edge 4" Orange Pad (had 2 light scuffs)

Polish:
None Needed!

LSP:
Optimum Poli-Seal
Topped with Surf City Barrier Reef Liquid Carnauba (AWESOME STUFF)


The Pics:


After wash and clay (rear)

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv28/perroneford/Gratt_Mini/PIC-0580.jpg


After wash and clay (side)

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv28/perroneford/Gratt_Mini/PIC-0581.jpg


After Poli-Seal and SC wax

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv28/perroneford/Gratt_Mini/PIC-0586.jpg


After Poli-Seal and SC wax (reflection)

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv28/perroneford/Gratt_Mini/PIC-0587.jpg


Final result

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv28/perroneford/Gratt_Mini/PIC-0588.jpg



As always comments welcome
ryandamartini
06-28-2009, 10:12 PM
looks good, digging the BRG.

You said polish not needed? Why not try a light finishing polish on the stripes for the spots ? Or vinegar? I know optiseal is good stuff, just some more to try.
PerroneFord
06-28-2009, 10:13 PM
Experience told me that a light polish would not work on the spots. Didn't have any vinegar handy.
ryandamartini
06-28-2009, 10:14 PM
Experience told me that a light polish would not work on the spots. Didn't have any vinegar handy.

Try any clay on them ?
PerroneFord
06-28-2009, 10:37 PM
I clayed the entire car. No dice.
Matt
06-29-2009, 02:44 AM
What about using some sort of interior cleaner/ protectent for vinyl on the vinyl strips?
PerroneFord
06-29-2009, 07:25 AM
What about using some sort of interior cleaner/ protectent for vinyl on the vinyl strips?

Excellent idea. I'll try that the next time I detail a Mini.
ryandamartini
06-29-2009, 08:45 AM
Excellent idea. I'll try that the next time I detail a Mini.

OOOOO they are vinyl.

:goodpost:
Emile
06-29-2009, 09:02 AM
Very nice job. Very ugly color and very ugly wheels. At least it's clean and shiny.
ryandamartini
06-29-2009, 11:12 AM
Very nice job. Very ugly color and very ugly wheels. At least it's clean and shiny.

:offtopic:

Must not be a mini fan.. British Racing Green is not ugly.