mad respect for u Paul for the money u make on detailing. people will always have negative things to say because they don't make that. I have a mobile detailing business myself so I know how much work it takes. I never hate on where someone is from or there appearance. its the job that a person does when he or she is done. its all about customer satisfaction. keep pushing to be the best u can be.
You're right. Another TV station talked him into an interview and he showed them the inside of his bucket. It has a $25 microfiltration panel that traps dirt in the bottom. He basically is using filtered water. Makes sense as you don't want water spots to show up when your customers are paying $5,000!
this video was made a very long time ago. at the time this was cutting edge and everyone has taken a page out of his book. he has set the standard for polishing paint so high I have yet to see anyone as innovative as paul watch his videos on here of his work personally at miracle detail.
Your videos are always so engaging :), The subject for your clips are on point :), This vids of yours had me glued to the screen:), What camera do you use to shoot your episodes?, What microphone do use?
I read a post on a forum by an Astra VXR owner who'd used this guy when he first picked the car up. I can totally understand supercar owners seeing a good car clean as a sensible way to spend £5k - they'll need to protect their investment and that amount of money is probably pocket change to them anyway. But spending a quarter of a car's total cost on one clean is a tad obsessive I think. Very interesting vid. It's nice to see this guy in a vid instead of just stil photos.
i have been reading some of the dumb comments on here and was glad to find someone who actually knows the crack,you know your stuff.i used to be a zymol detailer myself
Paul is a craftsman and a perfectionist. Since this video he has modified may of the techniques and equipment he uses in the persuit of an even better result. Paul is great because he's got a passion for cars and a passion for detailing. His detailing van probably has about a 1/4 inch of carnauba on it, and is stocked with every tool he could possibly need. If Paul's not the best then who is?
True, I agree, I tend to think some of this detailing stuff is way over the top, but as I have gotten older(31 years old) I have become a bit obsessive with it all, but each to their own, and I love it, LOL
He's right about bird droppings, most people don't realize how acidic they are. After one day leaving a bird turd on your car and it has etched into the paint. Same goes for biomass of any kind, give it enough time to decompose and its acidic quickly. The guy must have kevlar skin to be able to do all that and not have his skin dry out, i'm amazed.
Look at the way he dries the car. Towel flying around everywhere, picking up dirt etc etc. Then the wax applying by hand... This has been a short lived hype that makes your craft look more exclusive.. But since your hands are an abrasive too it is everything but recommendable.
Yes I seen hundreds of products that makes similar claims. The trick is not to fall for "Numbers" and go with basic understanding that high content carnauba is 15%-20%. Yes they use pure carnauba in the mix so they can actually say "100%" it just means it is not mixed with beeswax or other waxes and is chemically softened with spirits or solvents. Pure Carnauba is solid like concrete and needs to be refined in to powder or softened to be used for various applications polishing or edible.
Thats true 1988... I use a microfiber towel to wash my car. I throw it away after 1 use. Never use a sponge more than a couple times. It will always collect dirt after a while.
As for the waxing by hand. It is somthing that a few detailers do. it is not the norm, however it is still used. The reason it is used is becasue of the high carnuba ini the wax (it is between 60-70%, this makes the was very hard and it easier to apply by hand). Also there are solvents in the wax, with an applicator solvents are added and there it not an eaven wax coat. There are a few waxes that use this such as Victoria wax and Zymol
To remove swirls safely you need to use an abrasive. If they're light swirls use something like Swirl X, if they're heavier use Meguiar's M8332, which is a medium cut. I would stay away from heavy cut compounds if you're afraid of going through clear coat.
actually no, reason being, if you were to wash the car from the bottom to the top, you would be wiping all the dirt and grime from the bottom of your car onto the upper parts. That can not only make your car dirtier than before (meaning more work for you), but if you keep scrubbing with all that dirt and what not on your mit, you are gonna scratch the hang outta your paint.
with the washing outisde. This isnt a big deal as long as its not hot and sunny out. People have mentioned how he is only using one bucket, with the bucket he is using, it has a gritt gaurd that allows you to better clean your mitt.
Art form? All you detailers think so highly of yourselves. Try learning a trade that takes years to master, proper apprenticeship, rather than a months course, then you'll realise what skill is! Fair play to this guy, he's built up his reputation and business, and is now reaping the benefits, well done!!
some waxes can only be applied by hand becuase wen u use a wax pad or a buffer the compouds dont go well with a terry cloth or a microfiber cloth pad and it doesnt apply correctly so when you use ur hands it activates the enzymes better and bonds with your paint better and correctly
that is correct, the zymol sponges are a high denisty foam, similar to the new scmitt (same idea) and are perfeclty safe on paint.. notlike regular spounges
I'm sure your amg looks amazingly beautiful, but this guy just makes it that much more of a show car shine. I'm pretty sure your car could probably get shinier
i think the initial rinse and soap wash would be fine outside in the sun, the UK doesn't really get that hot anyways. after hes done with soap and rinsing, he pulls into the shaded garage to do his magic. :P
This guy is a genius (not joking) his website set up by who ever did a great job making it sound like you really need his expertise. Beside the really expensive wax everything else he uses can be purchased by the average joe. Hell that special clay is nothing more then Sonus Green Clay, the wheels were cleaned with PS21 wheel cleaner and some microfiber towels for removing products. The man really knows how to sell his services.
spraying degreaser is actually a must... not spraying degreaser will actually take all the loose tar and debris and start to scratch the paint. although it does sound like much to spend to detail these cars it is worth every penny. one problem that @ viralwire pointed out was he was washing in the sun! charging that much he should have had a washing bay. but to make up for that, the extensive job he did buffing, polishing, massaging makes up for it. too expensive for me but others go for it!
The way they were describing the drying microfiber towel as smth extraordinary, it made me look right away at the date the video was uploaded. 2006 ;) I dont blame them :)
nah, could get away with not using the two bucket method as long he starts from top to bottom. what i find troubling though is washing under the sun, which could dry some soap on the paint.
@Gibnah97 Basically what youre doing is sanding your car. Look at your car, if you see all those swirl marks, scratches thats what youre doing by washing your car. It may look clean but youre actually damaging your paint.
I think by my standards that cars never been dirty! Probably been takin for a few strolls through the countryside & a few evenings on the town but that's about it, definitely not an everyday driver.
Impressive. I would love to get a few training sessions with this guy. Just to pick up a few of his secrets. I guess anyone could do this type of job if they had the dedication and training he has had. Of course he probably has a few of his own "trade secrets". It's nice to see someone so dedicated to their job as he is. Some might say he's crazy. I say he is dedicated and a bit of a perfectionist. I admire the guy for doing the job he does. If you love your job, it's easy to do!
Well just like the name suggests it uses two buckets, one filled with shampoo and water and the other one is just plain water and a grit guard. You dunk the wash mitt into the the shampoo and wash the car but before going back for more soapy water you rinse the mitt off in the second bucket with just water to rinse off all the dirt on the mitt so that it does not contaminate the soap. You end up with one dirty bucket and a clean one at the end of the wash and hopefully no scratches on the car.
nope. if the sponge is clear, it's actually a better way than a wash mitt, because the micro particles just fall out of the sponge. but they end up staying in a mitt.
damn .. i started my own detailing company a year ago, but this guy is amazing.. i wish i could get rich clients like him.. all i get is bmws and porsches :(
where do i find clients that spend that amout of cash for a detail! hes good no doubt, alot of show-off, but precise and knowledgeble! YOU GET WHAT U PAY FOR!
@Pontiac2001GT ...I know one thing, I would not let any old teenager wash my high end automobile. Let him clean his Dad's car...dropping the cloth on the ground, using dish detergent for soap, drying the car with some old rag or maybe his torn long johns, scratching the paint and making the swirls worse, etc. If cleaning a car is so easy, then why do so many of them have horrible swirls? It only takes one bad wash to screw the paint job on even a brand new car. Yeah right, let him clean yours.
haha i use palmolive dish soap and i also use my wifes kitchen broom to scrub the car since its an suv a broom is much easier to scrub it down, and when it comes to drying i run for the sock drawer!
if the weather is cold, doing it in the sun is okay, provided you rinse frequently. if it's hotter than 14 C, it most definitely needs to be in the shade. This guy is just making more work for himself.
Amazing how many haters are posting. It was a 5min video. I suspect we did not see the entire process. Bottom-line, he has the clients that pay him 5000 to do the job. When you haters can earn 5000 from any legal means, then you get to judge.
all those expenisive materials and precision.....did anyone else notice he's doing it in direct sunlight. I always get water satins on my car when i do that.
@ 8motion. looks like a sponge made by Zymol about £6. There about the only sponge a pro would use. Most use a sheep skin mitt but it's a matter of taste.
So true. I mean I respect the guy, but detailing is in a way like an art and no two people do it the same.. so just like detailing, you can't really say there is an artist who is the "best."
Excellent product to use for striping all the wax and oils from your car. Perfect to use for prepping PRIOR to finish work. NEVER use day to day. It will remove all protection and ruin the surface.
very true. Never thought of that. I actually have a faucet that produces filtered water on the side of my house and i never use it...probably should eh
i agree, i just got a new car and im much more careful with how i wash it, i've stopped using sponges because i have heard alot about them scratching the paint - my previous car was 14 years old and i didnt really care that much... im sure if i spent half a million on a car i wouldnt wash it the way i wash my new one...
Done in one day ? It takes me over 30 hours to do my car paint alone. Hand wash, clay bar, wash again, dry, Meguiars 101, Meguirs 205, Meguiars 7, meguiars 21 two coats, finish with Meguiars 26. The finish would win any concourse show in the country.
I never washed my Subaru WRX nor my Toyota MR2 Roadster and when I sold them, the paint finish was fantastic after a detailing. I'm not going to wash my new STi either. It looks better covered in mud as God and Subaru intended! I cry if the dealer ever details it during a 6-monthly service. Leave the paint alone! Anyway, I'm sure the mud, grime and dirt protects the finish!
You seem to be pretty knowledgeable. I've used meguiars 3 step system (polisher/paint conditioner/wax) Now I have a black car and the swirls/spider webs drive me insane. I've heard that all I need to do is get a machine polisher thing + some polish gunk and then I go at it. But like the video said, does this not essentially "buff out" my clear coat layer? I'm guessing if I screw up, I'm going to burn my clear coat or make things worse? Recommendations on removing out light swirls safely?
everyone is arguing about him not knowing what he is doing and stuff, but, whos the one that is cleaning cars such as lamborghinis, ferraris and mclarens every day? HE IS, i think he knows what he is doing..
It is ok to wash your car in the sun, nothing will happen only the car shampoo will dry out. What you are not suppose to do is wax your car in direct sunlight because it could cause chemical reaction with the paint and the wax.
hmmm... this is actually a very useful video, following his instructions, and about 50 bucks worth, of top of the line Meguiars products, plus some time, patience and TLC, you could probably get the same results...
1.Wash 2.Dry 3.Clay 4.Remove swirls 5.Polish/Cleaner 6.Wax 7.Sealant 8. Enjoy your mirror finish, no need for $10k wax, but expect upwards of 20hrs of work.
@mustang50dominates washing in the sun is fine as long as you don't let it dry in the sun, he also probably uses filtered water so there won't be much water spots
I'm sure he knows what he's doing. He must for clients to even consider him. The only question I have is, "Why a pressure washer?" I own a mobile detailing service in Houston texas (search for The Finer Details) and my clients (especially the ones with $200K cars) like that we use low pressure, filtered water. This is a big seller for us. I am amazed at the $6000 wax but does it work 600 times better that a $60 wax?
Paul Dalton is good at what he does, that's why he has the reputation he does. Say what you like about how outdated he is, but this video may be old and regardless, the man knows his stuff.
3 of zymosl waxesa re refillable (vintage, royal, solaris). you are responsable for shipping, but the wil refill the waxes for free... vintage is a great wax alone, adding the refills is like iceing on the cake
@gunslingerroy ok maybe wicked's approach is a bit harsh, but I am qualified to defend his argument in part. Although deionized water may deter water spots from forming, washing in the sun also presents other hazards, such as sudden temperature changes (even with 35C water) Evaporation is hastened, hence soapy areas tend to dry too fast and could prevent a thorough rinse (esp black) Why not just wash in a shady area? I have owned and operated a body repair shop. Guitar finishing is my specialty!
you guys think he's jus using expensive stuff and that's all there is to it. but if you're a car refinisher or a detailer, you'll know he got it down to a science. after all, all these guys who own the best of the best cars wont keep coming back or even referring their contacts and friends to a dud. that's how it works in the paint/detailing business.
im sure most of his products are imported from the states. I know the wax is for sure.. the bucket has a gritt gaurd in it which are made in the U.S... so chances are good it is imported from the states
it's cold and not sunny in England and as for the 2 bucket method, not really worth worrying about when your gonna take it inside put it under the microscope and take out all the swirls anyway
I dont know, i feel you on the price vs car. But do either of us own a car worth a £5000 car wash. If we did we would wash it correctly. Because although those cars are toys, they are also investments because they do not depreciate and detailing it like so and keeping it in premium condition keeps the resale value in tact. Me personally im fine with the leather chamis no fany micro fiber blankets. But too each his or her own.
Some people commenting have no idea how sensitive detailing really is. From detailer to detailer. Fine job. Anyone else out there is ignorant. Turtle wax. PLEASE!! '-.-
I completely agree. I doubt any of these cars have orange peel or anything, but why the hell is he washing these cars in direct sunlight? Any person washing cars knows it's a terrible idea to wash cars in the sun
Any one can get good results with the correct skills Most exotic cars are 100% colorsanded so you get that wet shinny look.Honda,toyota ,bmw,etc... have orange peel most cars have light clear coat so its really really hard to work on a car that has thin clear coat.The key is how good can you work with factory clear coats unless you custom paint your car.
With that kind of money you would think he would get his teeth fixed
No two bucket method and washing a car in the sun?????? Wow I wonder how he gets away with this?
Dang....we need more people committed to their craft like this. If I could afford it, I would have this guy detail my car.
mad respect for u Paul for the money u make on detailing. people will always have negative things to say because they don't make that. I have a mobile detailing business myself so I know how much work it takes. I never hate on where someone is from or there appearance. its the job that a person does when he or she is done. its all about customer satisfaction. keep pushing to be the best u can be.
You're right. Another TV station talked him into an interview and he showed them the inside of his bucket. It has a $25 microfiltration panel that traps dirt in the bottom. He basically is using filtered water. Makes sense as you don't want water spots to show up when your customers are paying $5,000!
this video was made a very long time ago. at the time this was cutting edge and everyone has taken a page out of his book. he has set the standard for polishing paint so high I have yet to see anyone as innovative as paul watch his videos on here of his work personally at miracle detail.
+Dan L thanks Dan :)
The only thing that bothers me is that sponge.
Your videos are always so engaging :),
The subject for your clips are on point :),
This vids of yours had me glued to the screen:),
What camera do you use to shoot your episodes?,
What microphone do use?
I read a post on a forum by an Astra VXR owner who'd used this guy when he first picked the car up. I can totally understand supercar owners seeing a good car clean as a sensible way to spend £5k - they'll need to protect their investment and that amount of money is probably pocket change to them anyway. But spending a quarter of a car's total cost on one clean is a tad obsessive I think.
Very interesting vid. It's nice to see this guy in a vid instead of just stil photos.
i have been reading some of the dumb comments on here and was glad to find someone who actually knows the crack,you know your stuff.i used to be a zymol detailer myself
Paul is a craftsman and a perfectionist. Since this video he has modified may of the techniques and equipment he uses in the persuit of an even better result. Paul is great because he's got a passion for cars and a passion for detailing. His detailing van probably has about a 1/4 inch of carnauba on it, and is stocked with every tool he could possibly need. If Paul's not the best then who is?
True, I agree, I tend to think some of this detailing stuff is way over the top, but as I have gotten older(31 years old) I have become a bit obsessive with it all, but each to their own, and I love it, LOL
He's right about bird droppings, most people don't realize how acidic they are. After one day leaving a bird turd on your car and it has etched into the paint. Same goes for biomass of any kind, give it enough time to decompose and its acidic quickly. The guy must have kevlar skin to be able to do all that and not have his skin dry out, i'm amazed.
for someone who calls themselves the best, they sure don't even know the 2 bucket method!
Look at the way he dries the car. Towel flying around everywhere, picking up dirt etc etc.
Then the wax applying by hand... This has been a short lived hype that makes your craft look more exclusive.. But since your hands are an abrasive too it is everything but recommendable.
Yes I seen hundreds of products that makes similar claims. The trick is not to fall for "Numbers" and go with basic understanding that high content carnauba is 15%-20%. Yes they use pure carnauba in the mix so they can actually say "100%" it just means it is not mixed with beeswax or other waxes and is chemically softened with spirits or solvents. Pure Carnauba is solid like concrete and needs to be refined in to powder or softened to be used for various applications polishing or edible.
Thats true 1988... I use a microfiber towel to wash my car. I throw it away after 1 use. Never use a sponge more than a couple times. It will always collect dirt after a while.
As for the waxing by hand. It is somthing that a few detailers do. it is not the norm, however it is still used. The reason it is used is becasue of the high carnuba ini the wax (it is between 60-70%, this makes the was very hard and it easier to apply by hand). Also there are solvents in the wax, with an applicator solvents are added and there it not an eaven wax coat. There are a few waxes that use this such as Victoria wax and Zymol
To remove swirls safely you need to use an abrasive. If they're light swirls use something like Swirl X, if they're heavier use Meguiar's M8332, which is a medium cut. I would stay away from heavy cut compounds if you're afraid of going through clear coat.
@mail22 Bird droppings are acidic. They will etch into the paint very quickly (especially if the car is in the sun) if not immediately removed.
actually no, reason being, if you were to wash the car from the bottom to the top, you would be wiping all the dirt and grime from the bottom of your car onto the upper parts. That can not only make your car dirtier than before (meaning more work for you), but if you keep scrubbing with all that dirt and what not on your mit, you are gonna scratch the hang outta your paint.
with the washing outisde. This isnt a big deal as long as its not hot and sunny out. People have mentioned how he is only using one bucket, with the bucket he is using, it has a gritt gaurd that allows you to better clean your mitt.
This guy is awesome; I wish we got paid that much for our detailing services.
Art form? All you detailers think so highly of yourselves. Try learning a trade that takes years to master, proper apprenticeship, rather than a months course, then you'll realise what skill is!
Fair play to this guy, he's built up his reputation and business, and is now reaping the benefits, well done!!
as a detail professional, i'm jealous cause this guy has figured out how to charge $5,000 for a car wash.
some waxes can only be applied by hand becuase wen u use a wax pad or a buffer the compouds dont go well with a terry cloth or a microfiber cloth pad and it doesnt apply correctly so when you use ur hands it activates the enzymes better and bonds with your paint better and correctly
Damn, Cracked! How do you keep bringing me to things I don't even care about?
bird droppings are really acidic and will etch the paint, if you use a hose you will leave water spots which can eat the clear.
that is correct, the zymol sponges are a high denisty foam, similar to the new scmitt (same idea) and are perfeclty safe on paint.. notlike regular spounges
I'm sure your amg looks amazingly beautiful, but this guy just makes it that much more of a show car shine. I'm pretty sure your car could probably get shinier
i think the initial rinse and soap wash would be fine outside in the sun, the UK doesn't really get that hot anyways. after hes done with soap and rinsing, he pulls into the shaded garage to do his magic. :P
This guy is a genius (not joking) his website set up by who ever did a great job making it sound like you really need his expertise. Beside the really expensive wax everything else he uses can be purchased by the average joe. Hell that special clay is nothing more then Sonus Green Clay, the wheels were cleaned with PS21 wheel cleaner and some microfiber towels for removing products. The man really knows how to sell his services.
@vickesh123 that is zymol sponge its amazing.. sponge will hold more sop and will glide much easier ..
Yes.
It will be a specailized one (not a £1.50 one)
I still prefer a lambswool mitt with 2 bucket method !
Man, this is awesome, I want that guy to work in my car's and bikes
spraying degreaser is actually a must... not spraying degreaser will actually take all the loose tar and debris and start to scratch the paint. although it does sound like much to spend to detail these cars it is worth every penny. one problem that @ viralwire pointed out was he was washing in the sun! charging that much he should have had a washing bay. but to make up for that, the extensive job he did buffing, polishing, massaging makes up for it. too expensive for me but others go for it!
This guy is such a good marketer. Overcharging ftw (from his part).
The way they were describing the drying microfiber towel as smth extraordinary, it made me look right away at the date the video was uploaded. 2006 ;) I dont blame them :)
@Ego2Big4Helmet LOL. The Dodo bird droppings gave a good laugh. Thanks.
Wow, thanks for all the comments!!! :)
Kind Regards
Paul Dalton
Miracle Detail.
nah, could get away with not using the two bucket method as long he starts from top to bottom. what i find troubling though is washing under the sun, which could dry some soap on the paint.
@Gibnah97
Basically what youre doing is sanding your car. Look at your car, if you see all those swirl marks, scratches thats what youre doing by washing your car. It may look clean but youre actually damaging your paint.
I think by my standards that cars never been dirty! Probably been takin for a few strolls through the countryside & a few evenings on the town but that's about it, definitely not an everyday driver.
Impressive. I would love to get a few training sessions with this guy. Just to pick up a few of his secrets. I guess anyone could do this type of job if they had the dedication and training he has had. Of course he probably has a few of his own "trade secrets". It's nice to see someone so dedicated to their job as he is. Some might say he's crazy. I say he is dedicated and a bit of a perfectionist. I admire the guy for doing the job he does. If you love your job, it's easy to do!
it takes a great deal of skill and patience to become a master detailer
Well just like the name suggests it uses two buckets, one filled with shampoo and water and the other one is just plain water and a grit guard. You dunk the wash mitt into the the shampoo and wash the car but before going back for more soapy water you rinse the mitt off in the second bucket with just water to rinse off all the dirt on the mitt so that it does not contaminate the soap. You end up with one dirty bucket and a clean one at the end of the wash and hopefully no scratches on the car.
I prefer the "bucket of water, half-teaspoon of Palmolive and wet rag" method, but to each his own
nope. if the sponge is clear, it's actually a better way than a wash mitt, because the micro particles just fall out of the sponge. but they end up staying in a mitt.
damn .. i started my own detailing company a year ago, but this guy is amazing.. i wish i could get rich clients like him.. all i get is bmws and porsches :(
where do i find clients that spend that amout of cash for a detail! hes good no doubt, alot of show-off, but precise and knowledgeble! YOU GET WHAT U PAY FOR!
You're right, I got it switched around.
Seal first then wax.
@Pontiac2001GT ...I know one thing, I would not let any old teenager wash my high end automobile. Let him clean his Dad's car...dropping the cloth on the ground, using dish detergent for soap, drying the car with some old rag or maybe his torn long johns, scratching the paint and making the swirls worse, etc. If cleaning a car is so easy, then why do so many of them have horrible swirls? It only takes one bad wash to screw the paint job on even a brand new car. Yeah right, let him clean yours.
haha i use palmolive dish soap and i also use my wifes kitchen broom to scrub the car since its an suv a broom is much easier to scrub it down, and when it comes to drying i run for the sock drawer!
I was thinking the same thing. Washing in direct sunlight?? Crazy!
if the weather is cold, doing it in the sun is okay, provided you rinse frequently. if it's hotter than 14 C, it most definitely needs to be in the shade. This guy is just making more work for himself.
Amazing how many haters are posting. It was a 5min video. I suspect we did not see the entire process. Bottom-line, he has the clients that pay him 5000 to do the job. When you haters can earn 5000 from any legal means, then you get to judge.
all those expenisive materials and precision.....did anyone else notice he's doing it in direct sunlight. I always get water satins on my car when i do that.
@ 8motion. looks like a sponge made by Zymol about £6. There about the only sponge a pro would use. Most use a sheep skin mitt but it's a matter of taste.
If you own an expensive car - looks = everything. I would use Invisible Touch Detailing who do an outstanding job throughout the UK.
So true. I mean I respect the guy, but detailing is in a way like an art and no two people do it the same.. so just like detailing, you can't really say there is an artist who is the "best."
Excellent product to use for striping all the wax and oils from your car. Perfect to use for prepping PRIOR to finish work. NEVER use day to day. It will remove all protection and ruin the surface.
It is Zymol Royale...available on Amazon for about 10-12k. Free refills for life though.
Exact Science, this chap knows his stuff!
I don't know why 10 thousand dollar wax is any better than some $80 wax from chemical guys that works outstanding...
Larry is the best I have seen too.
very true. Never thought of that. I actually have a faucet that produces filtered water on the side of my house and i never use it...probably should eh
i agree, i just got a new car and im much more careful with how i wash it, i've stopped using sponges because i have heard alot about them scratching the paint - my previous car was 14 years old and i didnt really care that much... im sure if i spent half a million on a car i wouldnt wash it the way i wash my new one...
Done in one day ?
It takes me over 30 hours to do my car paint alone.
Hand wash, clay bar, wash again, dry, Meguiars 101, Meguirs 205, Meguiars 7, meguiars 21 two coats, finish with Meguiars 26.
The finish would win any concourse show in the country.
I never washed my Subaru WRX nor my Toyota MR2 Roadster and when I sold them, the paint finish was fantastic after a detailing. I'm not going to wash my new STi either. It looks better covered in mud as God and Subaru intended! I cry if the dealer ever details it during a 6-monthly service. Leave the paint alone! Anyway, I'm sure the mud, grime and dirt protects the finish!
You seem to be pretty knowledgeable. I've used meguiars 3 step system (polisher/paint conditioner/wax)
Now I have a black car and the swirls/spider webs drive me insane. I've heard that all I need to do is get a machine polisher thing + some polish gunk and then I go at it.
But like the video said, does this not essentially "buff out" my clear coat layer? I'm guessing if I screw up, I'm going to burn my clear coat or make things worse? Recommendations on removing out light swirls safely?
everyone is arguing about him not knowing what he is doing and stuff, but, whos the one that is cleaning cars such as lamborghinis, ferraris and mclarens every day? HE IS, i think he knows what he is doing..
And the coulor schemes are to die for!
before the days of 2 bucket washing and micro fibre mitts...
this vid makes me wanna polish wax my car! great vid!
It is ok to wash your car in the sun, nothing will happen only the car shampoo will dry out. What you are not suppose to do is wax your car in direct sunlight because it could cause chemical reaction with the paint and the wax.
@99fordzx29 No. It's a bad idea to use compounds, waxes, and polishes in direct sunlight.
my car (black metallic paint) has so many swirls on it :(
i'm looking to get it detailed - only one can wish to get it done by this guy.
hmmm... this is actually a very useful video, following his instructions, and about 50 bucks worth, of top of the line Meguiars products, plus some time, patience and TLC, you could probably get the same results...
1.Wash
2.Dry
3.Clay
4.Remove swirls
5.Polish/Cleaner
6.Wax
7.Sealant
8. Enjoy your mirror finish, no need for $10k wax, but expect upwards of 20hrs of work.
best rio ferdinand impression ive seen in a long time @ 2:26... does some job though
@mustang50dominates washing in the sun is fine as long as you don't let it dry in the sun, he also probably uses filtered water so there won't be much water spots
I'm sure he knows what he's doing. He must for clients to even consider him. The only question I have is, "Why a pressure washer?" I own a mobile detailing service in Houston texas (search for The Finer Details) and my clients (especially the ones with $200K cars) like that we use low pressure, filtered water. This is a big seller for us. I am amazed at the $6000 wax but does it work 600 times better that a $60 wax?
This kind of serious attention to detail is called Obsessive Compulsion Disorder.
This was back in 2006 the GBP had a higher value/exchange rate to the dollar back than, than todays rates.
Paul Dalton is good at what he does, that's why he has the reputation he does. Say what you like about how outdated he is, but this video may be old and regardless, the man knows his stuff.
3 of zymosl waxesa re refillable (vintage, royal, solaris). you are responsable for shipping, but the wil refill the waxes for free... vintage is a great wax alone, adding the refills is like iceing on the cake
he do it alone, amazing
lol @ the bird droppings thing! like he is the poo police or something rushing to them wherever they are just to wipe it off!
@gunslingerroy ok maybe wicked's approach is a bit harsh, but I am qualified to defend his argument in part. Although deionized water may deter water spots from forming, washing in the sun also presents other hazards, such as sudden temperature changes (even with 35C water) Evaporation is hastened, hence soapy areas tend to dry too fast and could prevent a thorough rinse (esp black) Why not just wash in a shady area? I have owned and operated a body repair shop. Guitar finishing is my specialty!
you guys think he's jus using expensive stuff and that's all there is to it. but if you're a car refinisher or a detailer, you'll know he got it down to a science. after all, all these guys who own the best of the best cars wont keep coming back or even referring their contacts and friends to a dud. that's how it works in the paint/detailing business.
im sure most of his products are imported from the states. I know the wax is for sure.. the bucket has a gritt gaurd in it which are made in the U.S... so chances are good it is imported from the states
it's cold and not sunny in England and as for the 2 bucket method, not really worth worrying about when your gonna take it inside put it under the microscope and take out all the swirls anyway
I didn't see him doing anything different that I do or am capable of doing.....and it's not always about the product you use, it's your technique.
I dont know, i feel you on the price vs car. But do either of us own a car worth a £5000 car wash. If we did we would wash it correctly. Because although those cars are toys, they are also investments because they do not depreciate and detailing it like so and keeping it in premium condition keeps the resale value in tact. Me personally im fine with the leather chamis no fany micro fiber blankets. But too each his or her own.
Some people commenting have no idea how sensitive detailing really is. From detailer to detailer. Fine job. Anyone else out there is ignorant. Turtle wax. PLEASE!! '-.-
Nice job, awesome wax. But I'd remove the rims, even do that on my VW Passat ;)
I completely agree. I doubt any of these cars have orange peel or anything, but why the hell is he washing these cars in direct sunlight? Any person washing cars knows it's a terrible idea to wash cars in the sun
Its funny because he didn't even use 2 buckets
And he use a sponge and not a wasmit!
I'm just happy with the fact that, if I had that kind of money to piss away on a car wash, I wouldn't.
Any one can get good results with the correct skills Most exotic cars are 100% colorsanded so you get that wet shinny look.Honda,toyota ,bmw,etc... have orange peel most cars have light clear coat so its really really hard to work on a car that has thin clear coat.The key is how good can you work with factory clear coats unless you custom paint your car.
@mustang50dominates The quality of his products might prevent the typical issues associated with that.