Best theory as to how someone abandoned this Caddy? And would you buy it knowing what it looked like before? Have a great New Years everyone! Be sure to check out the Boxing Week sale over at detailgeekautocare.com
I'm on board with your theory. If it was to be repoed, I figure someone finally got tired of hiding it and dropped it off in a random parking lot in a different city.
Very strange someone leaving the car behind. I really hope they didn't come into some trouble and they are alright.... Great transformation, looks brand new 🤩
My boyfriend thinks I'm weird for watching these kinds of videos. I honestly like cleaning videos and whatnot. It's relaxing to me and helps me calm down when I'm stressed. Thank you and keep it up!
Its been motivating me to clean the deep soda stain out my cars caroet i wish he would just do lol i need his cleaning line tho all i have is a bissel shampoo thing and a shop vac its does most the job but i need more then a arm and hammer spray bottle from the dollar store for my whole dash
I saved a 2004 Cadillac SRX from the junkyard, and man did it turn out good, Cadillac uses very good quality materials and they bounce back fast, awesome video I always enjoy watching them, keep up the good work!
Back in the day owning a Cadillac was a sign you were very successful in business, and even though this is no longer the case they are considered luxury vehicles, I've even had a 97 deville myself a few years ago despite not having a big income, I got quite a few compliments from strangers, but sadly after dads passing things got tough and had to let the caddy go for a small cheap on gas Mazda, and even though it's been a few years now, I miss both dad and driving the deville, maybe one day an opportunity will happen for me to get another in the future...
Does the moisture from the steam and carpet cleaning ever damage or affect the speakers or other electrical components even though the battery is disconnected?
If the cones on the speakers are made from that "cardboard like" material (don't know the actual name for it) I would say it's not a great idea to use steam on them. Or spray them with any liquid.
I have commented on many vids about the amount of liquid used on the carpet, and doors. Yes, will destroy the paper cones of the speakers. And these guys are NOT lazy, I can't figure out why on ones this bad, they don't pull the carpet, because the jute (the padding stuff) under the carpet is not dry when they are done. It can't be. But the visual transformations are awesome.
@@ericingram7864 and under the carpets there are a lot of junction boxes, grounds and bus connections. Had to help a friend with his 5series BMW after a detailing shop soaked everything under the carpet and (not intentionally) made the car do some funky stuff.
You did an amazing job on this Cadillac. I’m definitely a huge fan of the detailed work you do on all of the vehicles you detailed and will definitely place an order for your products. God bless you and keep making these vehicles shine🙏🏾🙌🏾❤️
Great transformation! What amazes me (too) is the amount of rust on the wheel arches. Is that because of all that nice metal eating salt on your icy roads? My 2009 car is rust free, but we have way more moderate winters.
I just have to say, I’m so glad you give credit where it’s due. Cadillac is an iconic and deserving name badge and a brand of quality and craftsmanship. Many car companies ride on their name and produce subpar products. Cadillac isn’t innocent of that; they cut some corners in the past. But the CTS is a reminder of their return to concern for the standing of their name and this is a beautiful example. It’s a shame that the previous owner abused and neglected it like they did, but you’ve given this old chap a new lease on life! Great job!!
It’s crazy how the weather in certain parts of the US and Canada are so hard on vehicles. The constant amount of snow, cold, and salt on the roads make vehicles rust really fast.
It’s cool that you can use the steamer and spray cleaner solutions directly onto electrical components like speakers,stereos, power switches etc. I always was scared it would damage the wiring behind the panels with the moisture getting trapped back there. Love your channel! 🤙🏼
Likely no impact for the switches, but the cones from 2012 must be made of paper. Yes, they are stained, but I'm not sure they can cope with steam. I would love to hear Mitch's opinion.
Be careful using the steamer right up against the dash -- on softer materials, I've discolored/burned off the dye before on a black Highlander dashboard!
Your equipment and the chemicals you use speak for themselves. Plus your talent that is never satisfied makes you the best I've ever seen. I mimic your detail moves now. My family and friends can't believe how good I can detail a car now. Happy New Year Detail Geek!
Phenomenal transformation for sure, especially the trashed interior returning to it's near-original glory. Great job, Mitch! By the way, Happy New Year to you!!
Mitch- in regards to the floor mats? In many self service car washes, they have a few wall mounted heavy duty clamps that you can put the floor mats on to. Being on the wall, this will a) make it a bit easier for you, since you won't have to stand over them, or bend over them, as they are on the wall, and B) Since they are VERTICAL, the water should drip off them and allow them to dry a LOT faster! Have a good one, and happy new year!
Hi Mitch! Great video as usual. Just have a question, won’t the steam and APC affect the electricals on the door panel, i.e. power window switches, speakers, etc.?
I think that's why he unplugs the battery (he says this in other videos. Just started it so not sure if he says it in this. And then probably waits for it to be fully dry
Phenomenal transformation Mitch. You are truly a miracle worker when it comes to car care. I’ve enjoyed watching your weekly videos this year. I’m so happy you built your dream studio/shop as well this year. I look forward to seeing what you have in store for us in 2023. Have a safe and blessed New Year’s weekend. See you in 2023.
Hi! I'm a mobile detailer in Atlanta using a Mytee heated extractor as well and I agree, that thing is a huge pain to use in footwells. Generally I don't have time to pull the seats out of client's cars, so I have to do the best I can. Hoping Mytee can come up with a smaller head or I may eventually sell it and go for a steam vacuum (got the idea from Larry Kosilla).
Thank you for yet another awesome transformation to end what has been a big year for you, namely being that you have your new studio built. It feels a real honor to have had a share in watching a part of your life and all the hard work and dedication that you put in to everything that you do along with your awesome detailing work. Hope you manage to have a break and look forward to seeing what you bring us in 2023. All the best, take care 🙂
I continue to really enjoy your videos and the transformation of cars l want to wish you a very happy New year and all the very best kind regards Anthony from down under
I'll never understand the mentality of someone who pays all that money for a vehicle and then trashes it. Thanks for bringing them back to life one by one.
I'm sure you've considered that the one who bought it is not the one who trashed it. Also, he said it was likely a bank repo. If they no longer owned it, then they no longer cared about it.
Hey Mitch, thanks for all the detail vids this year. I have had a blast watching and getting new ideas for how to clean my own car. Believe it or not this is my go-to-feel-good channel along with Itchyboots. Keep up the great work and looking forward to another year of positive vibes from your channel!
Just a quick question…I think I remember you using your ozone machine for cars that have smoke. Why didn’t you use it on the Cadillac? Again, just curious! Also, I got three ads for the 2023 Cadillac during this video 🤣 Great job, Mitch!
Ozone machines work great but are usually used when the smoke is really embedded and most common with cloth seats since those are what absorb most of the smell. The carpets do absorb but when cleaned the way he does it, a lot of the smoke smell gets pulled out. Leather doesn’t absorb the smoke hardly. Also, when a car has been ozoned some people hate it. It’s hard to explain but think of having literally no smell in the car. And it’s like that for at least a month usually. It’s a very unusual smell. Hope that helps you guys understand.
I'm very glad I chose to pull the carpets on a Suburban I pulled out of a field. The carpets cleaned up 'OK' in the vehicle but, I needed to pull them up a bit to install backup camera wiring and found light to significant rust on the floor pan that needed to be addressed.
This is AMAZING!!! My husband buys cars from the auction, typically in the same condition as this. I wish there was a Detail Geek in my hometown to help us out! I will be purchasing many of your products. Best of luck to you, and thanks for sharing.
Love how thorough and detailed your work is. On a side note...I had a CTS at one point and it was the biggest mechanical nightmare I've ever had to deal with. Ugh.
I came here to find this comment... I just made the last payment on my 2013 and I can testify; it's not a good quality car to own! The dash and door sill material is NOT LEATHER! It melted under my bare arm on a mild 70 degree day, like when you hold a Twix for too long and pull your finger back and the chocolate comes off? I've had a Geo Metro that didn't melt under my skin! The driveshaft bolts sheared off because of poor design and there was no recall. I had to find out the hard way and fix it myself or pay $4000 for the repair with redesigned bolts. Overheating was a continuing saga after replacing all the gaskets, I finally found it was the cooling fan motor that failed and replaced it. Seat squeaks at 25,000 miles sounded like old bed springs. The saving grace about this car is that I can burn 87 octane, but that's nullified by the terrible gas mileage! It's marginally better than a Jeep Wrangler on big tires! I know that because I drove a lifted Wrangler while working on the CTS. The other saving grace is that oil changes are super easy; everything is under the hood; you only have to get under it to drain the oil. 20 minutes to complete. Headlight changes take 1.5 hrs because the entire front fascia has to come off, followed by the headlight pods, and each bulb has a cap with 3 hex head bolts that need to be removed. They look nice, especially cleaned up, but the quality and workmanship are very much sub-par! I rate the Gen 3 CTS a 3.5/10. Can't wait to get rid of it! It's like rolling the dice every time you drive it, just waiting for what's going to go wrong next!
@@drewbreezy5854 that's the Caddy-Tax! I've become all but certified as a 3rd gen CTS mechanic because I refuse to pay! I got screwed on what was supposed to be a rear main seal replacement on my transmission a few years ago. They got me for $5k after saying the trans had to be rebuilt! Never again!
I enjoy your thoroughness so much. It is a pleasure to behold. On another note, why are many smokers careless with their cigarette butts? There are people around here who will dump their full ashtrays along the side of the road. I don't understand it.
a lot of that looks like body damage that wasnt fixed, not from salt..plus if the worthless owner didnt wash it off, ever, it will eat the paint and metal thrtu
Keep in mind this is a Canadian car. Some of it looks like damage, some looks like rock chips that peeled and continued to rust, but the rolled portions of the rear fenders are rusting from the inner edge out, too, which is down to the environment and the quality of the metal and finish from the manufacturer. GM always loved to leave the inner edges of fenders exposed, meaning rust starts there and works outward into the body.
@@matthewbowen5841 I have one Cadillac just the same and it's rusted from the bottom never seen a car like that , GM is notorious for low quality they probably bought their metal from china
Just a thought.., it would have been a good idea to change the cabin filter often found in the glove compartment considering how nasty those carpets were it's safe to say that the cabin air filter in that vehicle should be changed ASAP (cabin air filters help to ensure that there is a proper ventilation system for the health and safety of all passengers. Without a working cabin air filter, the air inside of a vehicle's cabin is prone to having higher levels of harmful and odorous exhaust gases than the air outside of the cabin) & so include the cost of said filter in the price of the detailing restoration 😊!
Hi Mitch. Where are you situated ? Thoroughly impressed with your detailing skills. Wondering if you sell or could provide a link to where you purchased your horse hair detailing brush & cleaning / scrubbing steamer. Also, what would you recommend more, horse hair or boar hair ?
For a general response I believe he lives somewhere in Canada, and as far as the tools he uses they are all listed in the description of each video. Hope that helps a little 😅
Living in Florida has spoiled me on not seeing cars rust through like that. Overall you brought some of that original Cadillac swagger back to this gentleman's sedan! Well done DG!
For the interior shifter shroud that you steamed on the floor of the shop (around 19:00) - did you need to let the spray cleaner dwell at all or just spray and hit immediately with the steamer? Great job as always!
Awesome video!! Maybe you've showed it in other videos, but I wonder how you go about cleaning the speed/rpm/fuel gauges. I've heard the glass/plastic is very fragile and easily scratched so i wanted to know your way of going about that. I usually just use a microfiber towel to remove dust
Try living in the rural. Not all vehicles are trashed up, but I plan to put down plastic and fabric over my seats as soon as I can to keep the seats themselves from strong dirtiness and trunk from dirt on it as well. I keep a garbage can in there for garbage and take the garbage out. Edit: I'm sure many folks do not understand my idea or level of clean, but I'm from the urban where having a dirty car is not something to be proud of. I understand many rural people farm or do outdoor work, but can still keep a clean car and put stuff down to not let the seats, trunk, floors get dirty.
@@holyexperience1976 hehe I live in rural I live in province here in the Philippines and there's Alot of dirt roads in here but I still able to keep my car clean even my neighbors usually after we drive into mud we just blast the tires with water
@@Panda.0038 As for myself, I meant the interior. I'm in America by the way. A place I used to be a brief congregant before pandemic has moved to your country. Very awesome reading your reply!
Well done ! From the general look of this vehicle (rust spots, poor body panel and door alignment, cracked glass, polluted interior, etc) you can tell it has had a hard life of rough use and neglect. Glad to see it get some TLC. Hope it gets some appreciation in its twilight years.
pro tip for my smokers:not only keep the carpets vacuumed and freshened up,also clean the windows and windshield regularly. the smoke can leave a little soot on the windows
Hey Mitch I’ve got a really good suggestion for you in the winter. Why don’t you film the before and after shots inside where it’s not snowing. You can’t see the after shots properly especially for the carpets outside because white spots of snow go inside the car.
Like always, loved the video! Since it was a smokers car, it would have been cool to see how you cleaned the headliner and seatbelts. For me, the headliner is the biggest pain in detailing.
I just love your technique how you clean the floor mats some people just have the pressure washer on high an blast them but you go side to side back to back taking your time getting it done 😍
Bro you're good at your craft you have to be the best auto detailer I ever seen, and I did it for 15 yrs. myself, so I know its hard work. Kudos to you.
do you leave the headlights like that after polishing them? Because with polishing you also removing the clear coat of the headlights which you normally have to reapply.
@thedetailgeek does steam not damage speakers? - ive just bought a steamer myself and wanted to use it in the car, but i got unsure of how to use it, I mean, do i need to apply anything after steaming the plastic interior ?
I love watching your channel I've been watching for a couple of months I just want to wish you a Happy New Year's and every good thing that comes your way God bless you
Final Detail of the year! What an amazing ending to the year, cannot wait to see what’s next come the brand new year in 2023! Nice job on the caddy Mitch. I hope you all have a happy new year as well!! 🎉
Happy new year!!! Great transformation as usual. Just wondering if you also detail the engine bay as well? If so what cleaning products do you use for that?
8:00 It's funny you say that because I tried not vacuuming one time and it seemed like I couldn't get the dirt out of this one area in the mat.. not sure if it was because it had this foam backing or if I was just doing something wrong, but despite going over it several times it just didn't want to come out..(never had issues with vacuumed mats..)
I enjoy learning new methods to maintaining cars. Just a couple of questions. How would you go about cleaning the seat belts and inside the sun roof channels along with the drain holes for the sun roof? Knowing this car was sitting under a tree for sum time I would bet those drain holes are full of debris.
At first I thought that this Cadillac may have been abandoned due to its' 3.6L engine which in earlier models was known to have issues with the timing chains stretching... a real bear of a repair! But this was supposed to have been fixed by 2012. As usual, the owner brought it to the right person to bring it back to its' former glory! Happy New Year!
3.6L models were the higher trim levels. This a base model with the 3.0L (no "oomph" at all, which is terrible considering the fuel consumption!!) 2012 had oil consumption issues, which were addressed with a redesigned engine in the 2013, which is what I purchased after losing my Mercedes E350 due to a hit & run by a Prius... Just offering a tidbit of insight... I would abandon mine but it's my only vehicle! lol! Just paid it off so I'm searching for my next experience now! No more Cadillac for me though. Once an owner is enough!!
3 questions Mitch please,have u a drying room for mats etc ? After giving the lights a makeover what do u finish them with-to stop yellowing again ? How many towel do you get thru in an average wk ?
Oh man this hurts me seeing a Cadillac like this. I currently have CT5 and would never could never let it go this bad. Cost to much. But great job on this wash!! 😍
Best theory as to how someone abandoned this Caddy? And would you buy it knowing what it looked like before?
Have a great New Years everyone! Be sure to check out the Boxing Week sale over at detailgeekautocare.com
I'm on board with your theory. If it was to be repoed, I figure someone finally got tired of hiding it and dropped it off in a random parking lot in a different city.
Very strange someone leaving the car behind. I really hope they didn't come into some trouble and they are alright....
Great transformation, looks brand new 🤩
Can u make videos of extraction and vacuum without music
Do you also clean the roof, seat belts and headliner?
Is that your Cadillac?
My boyfriend thinks I'm weird for watching these kinds of videos. I honestly like cleaning videos and whatnot. It's relaxing to me and helps me calm down when I'm stressed. Thank you and keep it up!
I agree. I watch these to prep me for cleaning my own car from winter crud.
I like watching them too 😊
Its been motivating me to clean the deep soda stain out my cars caroet i wish he would just do lol i need his cleaning line tho all i have is a bissel shampoo thing and a shop vac its does most the job but i need more then a arm and hammer spray bottle from the dollar store for my whole dash
Get a new bf cuz mine watches them with me 😅
I watch them Al the time
I saved a 2004 Cadillac SRX from the junkyard, and man did it turn out good, Cadillac uses very good quality materials and they bounce back fast, awesome video I always enjoy watching them, keep up the good work!
it always amazes me the amount of garbage that people left in their car. Super job bro!!
I feel guilty if I leave my Yeti coffee tumbler i n my vehicle overnight...
Cars almost always reflect the life of their owner... and are good illustrators of what the home will be like...
@@monkeybarmonkeyman I’ve always said if your car is a mess your life is a mess.
@@alexib1984 😂😂
Would you rather have them throw it out the window ? I have been in very clean cars with the owners throwing their garbage out the window .
It hurts my soul to see a cadillac rusted. You did a great job on the car. Wish more people took better care of their cars.
I agree with 100%!
Back in the day owning a Cadillac was a sign you were very successful in business, and even though this is no longer the case they are considered luxury vehicles, I've even had a 97 deville myself a few years ago despite not having a big income, I got quite a few compliments from strangers, but sadly after dads passing things got tough and had to let the caddy go for a small cheap on gas Mazda, and even though it's been a few years now, I miss both dad and driving the deville, maybe one day an opportunity will happen for me to get another in the future...
Yes I’d buy an abandoned caddy but only after YOU had detailed it lol. Another amazing job Mitch! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
It’s amazing how you bring filthy cars back to life great job your awesome
And I'm sure with this one the smell difference must have been night and day. Cigarette smell can be very embedded, until a deep cleaning like this.
That's why when I think my trucks are getting dirty, I just watch his videos and realize exactly how clean mine really are lol.
No *you're breathtaking
His awesome what?
@@AWMJoeyjoejoe Great job your awesome hard work can achieve. lol
Does the moisture from the steam and carpet cleaning ever damage or affect the speakers or other electrical components even though the battery is disconnected?
If the cones on the speakers are made from that "cardboard like" material (don't know the actual name for it) I would say it's not a great idea to use steam on them. Or spray them with any liquid.
I have commented on many vids about the amount of liquid used on the carpet, and doors. Yes, will destroy the paper cones of the speakers. And these guys are NOT lazy, I can't figure out why on ones this bad, they don't pull the carpet, because the jute (the padding stuff) under the carpet is not dry when they are done. It can't be. But the visual transformations are awesome.
@@ericingram7864 and under the carpets there are a lot of junction boxes, grounds and bus connections. Had to help a friend with his 5series BMW after a detailing shop soaked everything under the carpet and (not intentionally) made the car do some funky stuff.
You did an amazing job on this Cadillac. I’m definitely a huge fan of the detailed work you do on all of the vehicles you detailed and will definitely place an order for your products. God bless you and keep making these vehicles shine🙏🏾🙌🏾❤️
I like the addition of real time segments and your explanation of what you do and the history of the car.
Great transformation! What amazes me (too) is the amount of rust on the wheel arches. Is that because of all that nice metal eating salt on your icy roads? My 2009 car is rust free, but we have way more moderate winters.
Glad you were able to breathe new life into this Cadillac, I'm sure the new owner will enjoy it! Great job as always Mitch! 🙂
Wow 11 hrs. It looks great as always. I'm glad you showed us how you clean the headlights. It looks really good.
Search "White Details" takes him few days, depending on requirements etc, one of the best pro detailers there is!
I just have to say, I’m so glad you give credit where it’s due. Cadillac is an iconic and deserving name badge and a brand of quality and craftsmanship. Many car companies ride on their name and produce subpar products. Cadillac isn’t innocent of that; they cut some corners in the past. But the CTS is a reminder of their return to concern for the standing of their name and this is a beautiful example. It’s a shame that the previous owner abused and neglected it like they did, but you’ve given this old chap a new lease on life! Great job!!
Your videos inspire me to do a better job with keeping my own car clean.
Same here.
Facts!
It’s crazy how the weather in certain parts of the US and Canada are so hard on vehicles. The constant amount of snow, cold, and salt on the roads make vehicles rust really fast.
Scotland is very much the same. I was a mechanic and the amount of times I had to blowtorch bolts off is beyond counting
Most dealerships offer a rust protection package.
I would change cabin-air filter, and also run ozone machine for about 6 hours. Looks amazing!
A great looking car when all is said and done! You really turned it around for the new owner to get to enjoy it.
Led me to think
It’s cool that you can use the steamer and spray cleaner solutions directly onto electrical components like speakers,stereos, power switches etc. I always was scared it would damage the wiring behind the panels with the moisture getting trapped back there. Love your channel! 🤙🏼
I've often thought that. Not just wiring, but speaker cones are PAPER! That with water 😐 but I guess it's OK.
Being in the door they would need to be somewhat weather shielded because they'll be exposed to rain and all sorts when the doors are opened.
Likely no impact for the switches, but the cones from 2012 must be made of paper. Yes, they are stained, but I'm not sure they can cope with steam. I would love to hear Mitch's opinion.
Be careful using the steamer right up against the dash -- on softer materials, I've discolored/burned off the dye before on a black Highlander dashboard!
Your equipment and the chemicals you use speak for themselves. Plus your talent that is never satisfied makes you the best I've ever seen. I mimic your detail moves now. My family and friends can't believe how good I can detail a car now. Happy New Year Detail Geek!
Phenomenal transformation for sure, especially the trashed interior returning to it's near-original glory. Great job, Mitch! By the way, Happy New Year to you!!
What do you do with roof of the car? It's got to reak of cigarettes as well.
Mitch- in regards to the floor mats? In many self service car washes, they have a few wall mounted heavy duty clamps that you can put the floor mats on to. Being on the wall, this will a) make it a bit easier for you, since you won't have to stand over them, or bend over them, as they are on the wall, and B) Since they are VERTICAL, the water should drip off them and allow them to dry a LOT faster! Have a good one, and happy new year!
Hi Mitch! Great video as usual. Just have a question, won’t the steam and APC affect the electricals on the door panel, i.e. power window switches, speakers, etc.?
I think that's why he unplugs the battery (he says this in other videos. Just started it so not sure if he says it in this. And then probably waits for it to be fully dry
I'm so happy to check out the final slow-mo side to side wash mit action for the year. Looking forward to many side to side videos next year!
Phenomenal transformation Mitch. You are truly a miracle worker when it comes to car care.
I’ve enjoyed watching your weekly videos this year. I’m so happy you built your dream studio/shop as well this year. I look forward to seeing what you have in store for us in 2023.
Have a safe and blessed New Year’s weekend. See you in 2023.
Hi! I'm a mobile detailer in Atlanta using a Mytee heated extractor as well and I agree, that thing is a huge pain to use in footwells. Generally I don't have time to pull the seats out of client's cars, so I have to do the best I can. Hoping Mytee can come up with a smaller head or I may eventually sell it and go for a steam vacuum (got the idea from Larry Kosilla).
A big thank you Detail Geek for all the amazing transformations in 2022 I look forward to seeing lots more of them in 2023 Happy New Year
I would just absolutely LOVE TO HAVE MY CAR cleaned like this every 3-6 months ❤
What about the headliner wouldn't it still smell of smoke ?
Thank you for yet another awesome transformation to end what has been a big year for you, namely being that you have your new studio built. It feels a real honor to have had a share in watching a part of your life and all the hard work and dedication that you put in to everything that you do along with your awesome detailing work. Hope you manage to have a break and look forward to seeing what you bring us in 2023. All the best, take care 🙂
I continue to really enjoy your videos and the transformation of cars l want to wish you a very happy New year and all the very best kind regards Anthony from down under
It always astounds me to see the difference you make in the cars you work on. Thanks for sharing with us. God bless.
I'll never understand the mentality of someone who pays all that money for a vehicle and then trashes it. Thanks for bringing them back to life one by one.
I'm sure you've considered that the one who bought it is not the one who trashed it. Also, he said it was likely a bank repo. If they no longer owned it, then they no longer cared about it.
I tend to keep my vehicles forever, and they're in WAY BETTER SHAPE than this
2005 Chevrolet Suburban
2000 Cadillac Deville
Hey Mitch, thanks for all the detail vids this year. I have had a blast watching and getting new ideas for how to clean my own car. Believe it or not this is my go-to-feel-good channel along with Itchyboots. Keep up the great work and looking forward to another year of positive vibes from your channel!
Just a quick question…I think I remember you using your ozone machine for cars that have smoke. Why didn’t you use it on the Cadillac? Again, just curious! Also, I got three ads for the 2023 Cadillac during this video 🤣 Great job, Mitch!
Maybe he did but just didn't mention? Idk
Yeah, you pretty much have to use an ozone machine to actually get rid of smoke odor... anything else just masks it and it will hit you again later.
Wondering the same thing
Ozone machines work great but are usually used when the smoke is really embedded and most common with cloth seats since those are what absorb most of the smell. The carpets do absorb but when cleaned the way he does it, a lot of the smoke smell gets pulled out. Leather doesn’t absorb the smoke hardly.
Also, when a car has been ozoned some people hate it. It’s hard to explain but think of having literally no smell in the car. And it’s like that for at least a month usually. It’s a very unusual smell.
Hope that helps you guys understand.
@@samgonza1975 ozone is needed to get the smoke smell out of the interior roof lining.
For cars that have been smoked in a lot do you do ozone treatments? Also do you clean the roof upholstery?
Just traded in my 2010 CTSV and it broke my heart. I can't imagine being the asshat that abused this car so badly.
The car is 20 years old, and driven on salted, sanded, chemical- sprayed roads in Canada during the winter. Not surprised for rust!
Bro u r a true legend.you aren't just cleaning cars.you r turning old into gold.god bless u
I see you, extractor thirst trap at 14:30 🤣
Love Cadillac. This was a great transformation. Can’t get over someone abandoning it. Happy New Year!🙂
Have you ever removed the carpet and cleaned it outside the vehicle? Do you feel it an unnecessary step, or maybe an on case basis?
I'm very glad I chose to pull the carpets on a Suburban I pulled out of a field. The carpets cleaned up 'OK' in the vehicle but, I needed to pull them up a bit to install backup camera wiring and found light to significant rust on the floor pan that needed to be addressed.
This is AMAZING!!! My husband buys cars from the auction, typically in the same condition as this. I wish there was a Detail Geek in my hometown to help us out! I will be purchasing many of your products. Best of luck to you, and thanks for sharing.
You do amazing work !! You are the reason why I use the Lilly brush to get up dog hair !
Love how thorough and detailed your work is.
On a side note...I had a CTS at one point and it was the biggest mechanical nightmare I've ever had to deal with. Ugh.
I came here to find this comment... I just made the last payment on my 2013 and I can testify; it's not a good quality car to own! The dash and door sill material is NOT LEATHER! It melted under my bare arm on a mild 70 degree day, like when you hold a Twix for too long and pull your finger back and the chocolate comes off? I've had a Geo Metro that didn't melt under my skin! The driveshaft bolts sheared off because of poor design and there was no recall. I had to find out the hard way and fix it myself or pay $4000 for the repair with redesigned bolts. Overheating was a continuing saga after replacing all the gaskets, I finally found it was the cooling fan motor that failed and replaced it. Seat squeaks at 25,000 miles sounded like old bed springs. The saving grace about this car is that I can burn 87 octane, but that's nullified by the terrible gas mileage! It's marginally better than a Jeep Wrangler on big tires! I know that because I drove a lifted Wrangler while working on the CTS. The other saving grace is that oil changes are super easy; everything is under the hood; you only have to get under it to drain the oil. 20 minutes to complete. Headlight changes take 1.5 hrs because the entire front fascia has to come off, followed by the headlight pods, and each bulb has a cap with 3 hex head bolts that need to be removed.
They look nice, especially cleaned up, but the quality and workmanship are very much sub-par! I rate the Gen 3 CTS a 3.5/10. Can't wait to get rid of it! It's like rolling the dice every time you drive it, just waiting for what's going to go wrong next!
Same. So many mechanical issues. And the cts is not a cheap car to have in the shop. Think 2 to 3 times what the job would cost on a Camry or maxima.
@@drewbreezy5854 that's the Caddy-Tax! I've become all but certified as a 3rd gen CTS mechanic because I refuse to pay! I got screwed on what was supposed to be a rear main seal replacement on my transmission a few years ago. They got me for $5k after saying the trans had to be rebuilt! Never again!
You explain a good description at 15:45. Go, Mitch! 😊❤
I enjoy your thoroughness so much. It is a pleasure to behold. On another note, why are many smokers careless with their cigarette butts? There are people around here who will dump their full ashtrays along the side of the road. I don't understand it.
Does the steam and the cleaner used on the doors and the interior mess with the electronics in any way?
No
The Way of Cleaning the Headlights and Taillights
After Washing, I like to use the Silica Spray
Ending the year on a good note caddy went from rags to riches good work there bruh ✊🏿
Man people be the grimest. Lol.
Always amazed with your attention to detail and how methodical you are in you process
Surprising amount of rust for an allegedly high end vehicle
a lot of that looks like body damage that wasnt fixed, not from salt..plus if the worthless owner didnt wash it off, ever, it will eat the paint and metal thrtu
Keep in mind this is a Canadian car. Some of it looks like damage, some looks like rock chips that peeled and continued to rust, but the rolled portions of the rear fenders are rusting from the inner edge out, too, which is down to the environment and the quality of the metal and finish from the manufacturer. GM always loved to leave the inner edges of fenders exposed, meaning rust starts there and works outward into the body.
@@matthewbowen5841 I have one Cadillac just the same and it's rusted from the bottom never seen a car like that , GM is notorious for low quality they probably bought their metal from china
I mean they left it abandoned. Lmfao.
"high end"
Just a thought.., it would have been a good idea to change the cabin filter often found in the glove compartment considering how nasty those carpets were it's safe to say that the cabin air filter in that vehicle should be changed ASAP (cabin air filters help to ensure that there is a proper ventilation system for the health and safety of all passengers. Without a working cabin air filter, the air inside of a vehicle's cabin is prone to having higher levels of harmful and odorous exhaust gases than the air outside of the cabin) & so include the cost of said filter in the price of the detailing restoration 😊!
Hi Mitch. Where are you situated ? Thoroughly impressed with your detailing skills. Wondering if you sell or could provide a link to where you purchased your horse hair detailing brush & cleaning / scrubbing steamer. Also, what would you recommend more, horse hair or boar hair ?
For a general response I believe he lives somewhere in Canada, and as far as the tools he uses they are all listed in the description of each video. Hope that helps a little 😅
I’m shocked there wasn’t a ton of burn marks all over that car. Another great video Mitch. Happy New Year sir.
Living in Florida has spoiled me on not seeing cars rust through like that. Overall you brought some of that original Cadillac swagger back to this gentleman's sedan! Well done DG!
When you spray vents what happens to all the gunk in the chambers before vent opening ?
For smokers’ cars, have you ever been requested to “keep the roaches” that you find? Like, do they want them back with the rest of their belongings? 😂
A potheads pet peeve. My sister is like that 🤦🏾♂️
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@@MarloSoBalJr lol, I definitely try to keep all that I find when I detail my car. 😅😂
@@iamreborn3463 did you take my comment the wrong way or something?
That would be weed smokers..dummy..real smokers smoke to the filter and flick them into the streets.
For the interior shifter shroud that you steamed on the floor of the shop (around 19:00) - did you need to let the spray cleaner dwell at all or just spray and hit immediately with the steamer? Great job as always!
I do dream of a Caddy, but not this desperately.
Get a lexus. The cost of ownership is way less. That 3.6l engine in the caddy it trash waiting to break.
Awesome video!!
Maybe you've showed it in other videos, but I wonder how you go about cleaning the speed/rpm/fuel gauges. I've heard the glass/plastic is very fragile and easily scratched so i wanted to know your way of going about that. I usually just use a microfiber towel to remove dust
I just couldn't believe people are able to make their car super dirty I guess they just don't have time to clean or there just too lazy
Try living in the rural. Not all vehicles are trashed up, but I plan to put down plastic and fabric over my seats as soon as I can to keep the seats themselves from strong dirtiness and trunk from dirt on it as well. I keep a garbage can in there for garbage and take the garbage out.
Edit: I'm sure many folks do not understand my idea or level of clean, but I'm from the urban where having a dirty car is not something to be proud of.
I understand many rural people farm or do outdoor work, but can still keep a clean car and put stuff down to not let the seats, trunk, floors get dirty.
@@holyexperience1976 hehe I live in rural I live in province here in the Philippines and there's Alot of dirt roads in here but I still able to keep my car clean even my neighbors usually after we drive into mud we just blast the tires with water
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As for myself, I meant the interior. I'm in America by the way.
A place I used to be a brief congregant before pandemic has moved to your country.
Very awesome reading your reply!
Well done ! From the general look of this vehicle (rust spots, poor body panel and door alignment, cracked glass, polluted interior, etc) you can tell it has had a hard life of rough use and neglect. Glad to see it get some TLC. Hope it gets some appreciation in its twilight years.
I think you are so handsome!!
Great work! Question on getting rid of the cigarette smell. What about the ceiling material and any interior air filters? Thanks!
Despite the economic downturn,I'm so happy 😁. I have been earning $ 60,000 returns from my $7,000 investment every 13days.
Wow I'm just shocked you mentioned expert Mrs Margaret thought I'm the only one trading with her
pro tip for my smokers:not only keep the carpets vacuumed and freshened up,also clean the windows and windshield regularly. the smoke can leave a little soot on the windows
How did you clean the headliner on this Caddy? I had a smoker car detailed and yet the cigarette smell lingers. Any tips would be helpful.
I’m very partial to Lincoln but i must admit, this beautiful Cadillac definitely has been brought back to life!
Hi Mitch, Happy New Year ... Just curious as a detailed if we should also change the air filter on this car since it's a smoker's car ....
Love how you did they snow at the end. Great touch. Love your work and energy ❤
Hey Mitch I’ve got a really good suggestion for you in the winter. Why don’t you film the before and after shots inside where it’s not snowing. You can’t see the after shots properly especially for the carpets outside because white spots of snow go inside the car.
Like always, loved the video! Since it was a smokers car, it would have been cool to see how you cleaned the headliner and seatbelts. For me, the headliner is the biggest pain in detailing.
Yes, that’s what I was wondering too how did he clean the headliner.
Such a shame it has rust. You did such a great job 👍
I just love your technique how you clean the floor mats some people just have the pressure washer on high an blast them but you go side to side back to back taking your time getting it done 😍
Transformed from ashtray on wheels to amazing. Mitch has once again worked his magic.❤️
Thanks for showing the steps, I want to buy the bundle sprays but don’t know the order to apply each, this videos help a lot
Mitch, surprised the new owner didn't have you clean the engine bay... figure all those leaves are also in there
I can't believe how relaxing it was to watch a car being cleaned. 😁😅
Bro you're good at your craft you have to be the best auto detailer I ever seen, and I did it for 15 yrs. myself, so I know its hard work. Kudos to you.
do you leave the headlights like that after polishing them? Because with polishing you also removing the clear coat of the headlights which you normally have to reapply.
@thedetailgeek does steam not damage speakers? - ive just bought a steamer myself and wanted to use it in the car, but i got unsure of how to use it, I mean, do i need to apply anything after steaming the plastic interior ?
This video reminds me of my dad he detailed every kind of vehicle and boats my whole life. I miss him a lot he was a hard-working good man
I love watching your channel I've been watching for a couple of months I just want to wish you a Happy New Year's and every good thing that comes your way God bless you
Happy New Year to you Mitch. What a wonderful job you did on this Cadillac: it looks brand new again.
Great video as always! I just wondered if you didn’t need to clean to roof interior? I assumed this would be quite dirty from the smoke?
Final Detail of the year! What an amazing ending to the year, cannot wait to see what’s next come the brand new year in 2023! Nice job on the caddy Mitch. I hope you all have a happy new year as well!! 🎉
This is amazing you actually posted on my birthday yesterday and this turned out to be a great detail. I hope you have a great new year
Love the snowy after shots. Great work. Thanks.
Happy new year!!! Great transformation as usual. Just wondering if you also detail the engine bay as well? If so what cleaning products do you use for that?
8:00 It's funny you say that because I tried not vacuuming one time and it seemed like I couldn't get the dirt out of this one area in the mat.. not sure if it was because it had this foam backing or if I was just doing something wrong, but despite going over it several times it just didn't want to come out..(never had issues with vacuumed mats..)
I enjoy learning new methods to maintaining cars. Just a couple of questions. How would you go about cleaning the seat belts and inside the sun roof channels along with the drain holes for the sun roof? Knowing this car was sitting under a tree for sum time I would bet those drain holes are full of debris.
At first I thought that this Cadillac may have been abandoned due to its' 3.6L engine which in earlier models was known to have issues with the timing chains stretching... a real bear of a repair! But this was supposed to have been fixed by 2012. As usual, the owner brought it to the right person to bring it back to its' former glory! Happy New Year!
3.6L models were the higher trim levels. This a base model with the 3.0L (no "oomph" at all, which is terrible considering the fuel consumption!!) 2012 had oil consumption issues, which were addressed with a redesigned engine in the 2013, which is what I purchased after losing my Mercedes E350 due to a hit & run by a Prius... Just offering a tidbit of insight... I would abandon mine but it's my only vehicle! lol! Just paid it off so I'm searching for my next experience now! No more Cadillac for me though. Once an owner is enough!!
3 questions Mitch please,have u a drying room for mats etc ? After giving the lights a makeover what do u finish them with-to stop yellowing again ? How many towel do you get thru in an average wk ?
Your energy is always so calm I like that you make it look so easy great job 💪🏾
I have a question ? how is it that the speaker's still work after wetting them ? Wouldn't the electrical go out ?
Oh man this hurts me seeing a Cadillac like this. I currently have CT5 and would never could never let it go this bad. Cost to much. But great job on this wash!! 😍
Exalted work! I have one same color garage kept 21k miles on it, they are beautiful cars when well kept
Good work bro, keep it up and I appreciate your work
What about the water from the steamer on the door speaker and the auto window controls....wouldn't it make them malfunction??