2012 BMW M3 Competition - Correction and Ceramic

[Oakes]

This 2012 BMW M3 came in with just 206 miles on it, however, it suffered a dealership prep and was already marred and damaged. There were some surface scratches on the hood and quarters, and many rids and marring on the sides of the vehicle. The Competition wheels also needed some attention so we removed them, treated and applied two coats of CQuartz ceramic protection. The M3 itself was also ceramic coated after the correction for the owner to enjoy!

Wheels off!

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Cosmoline and brake dust stains on the barrels, degrease, de-tar and IronX up to the job

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The wheels were alcohol wiped and then applied with two coats of CQuartz. Left to dry for 2 days before going back on the car

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Masked up all the trim, took depth readings and inspected the paint...not the best for only 206 miles. Thank you improper dealer wash!

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The paint condition pre-correction, a good amount of RIDs and marring were found as well as some dealer installed scratches

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Here is a pair of 50/50 correction snaps between the door and front fender

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The paint condition after the correction, the interior light shots are pre-ceramic coating, the outside pictures are post-ceramic coating

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Now for some finished reflection shots

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Finished full profile photos of the car


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[Oakes]

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Thanks for looking as always! Feedback always welcome and appreciated!

Nick Oakes

[WRAPT C5Z06]

Very nice.

Did the car have a Ceramiclear clear coat?

[SkateForGirl]

So nice. The wheels look amazing.

I always love your work Nick. Thanks for sharing

[Calibmw23]

Great job, what was used on the tires?

[swanicyouth]

Who would accept a new M3 with those scratches? That dealer must be crazy. I can't understand how these dealers let these new cars get so beat up, and then have poorly trained car washers try to "buff out" defects and end up making it so much worse. Anyhow, nice work!

[Wakes4Fun]

I am currently employed as a detailer at a major dealership and can honestly say that if I had it my way every nice vehicle that came in would be detailed to the highest degree. Unfortunately for me I have time restraints and just like everything else people want it 5 mins ago. lol Then again I would never let a beautiful car like that go out in that condition. And its also good for business since I detail on the side. :xyxthumbs:

Beautiful Detail and M3!!!

[Dan Metzler]

Another fine job Nick! Does the dealer name start with an "O"...

[oldmodman]

I never get tired of seeing a brand new car that has had the not optional dealer crapification paint process done to it totally corrected.

Did the new owner see the car before it was corrected?
Or was it the actual owner that brought it to you?

I'm sure he was very happy with the results.

[DieselMDX]

good god that is awesome

[Oakes]

The owner saw the car before bringing it to me, he pointed out the defects that needed attention. This was actually the 5th car I worked on for him, have his 6th one here now with 7 and 8 on the schedule.

He was happy with the job and excited about the wheels being easier to keep clean!

Dan Metzler - it was not our buddies at O... their detailer is actually down the street from me, I get to watch them swirl...errr...drive by everytime theyre done! This one came from DH...

[shoeless89]

I'm always so impressed with your work! Great job!

[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

Stunning work Oakes.