My 2006 IS350 looks like this even though I have taken good care of it. Scratches formed on it out of nowhere, maybe cats walking on it. I'll correct mine myself once I see how you tackle this.
Honda/Acura use relatively soft paint/clear coat. It's supposedly better for the environment but swirls just from looking at it. PPF and ceramic coating highly recommended.
I did some cars, trucks etc like that in the past. Always made me chuckle when a salesman would walk in while I was in process and you could see their mind was blown. So many black Silverados and Cadillacs.
I understand why they use salt on the roads but you would think with today’s technology they could find something that doesn’t eat cars, looking forward to seeing what you do with the paint, thanks Brian 👍😁
Ever wet sanded a whole car before? 😂 What a mess, good luck Brian! Looking forward to seeing you work on it and showing us some good techniques and combinations. ✌🏼
It looks like it was washed with a garden rake lol. I'm wondering if it had a repaint, because japanese isn't usually that high up in the mm ? Looking forward to this video!! 👍🏻 🇨🇦
My salt neutralizer is 50:50 White Vinegar & Dist. water. Because of Cold Temps, the hose is put away, unless we get a warm day? Rinseless Washes is all I do during the winter. I have a multi-step process during the winter. My attached garage is not heated, but it stays above 40 degrees.
Brian: Having content? Well if that's what you want, yes, When I had my car lot I found that guys made money either mostly retail or mostly wholesale. Me? It always held true. I purchased cars either direct from the used car manager, rental car companies, charity cars or the street as I had a retail location. Sometimes I got cars from the auction but they as as whole were not nearly as profitable. I retailed most of what I got and wholesaled maybe the handful that didn't work because they were either not the right niche for what I sold or needed too much recon. When I sold I used the auction half the time and I had dealers come to my place. I also had a detail shop in the back for a few years and THAT was a distraction as I ran it myself and didn't devote the time to buying and selling like I needed to. Just sharing how I rolled. I made a living, I did NOT get rich. In the early years it was euphoric due too all the cars that we now look at as collector cars. When things got generic and more sophisticated I lost interest and hung it up. Great presentation, Mitch
Got a 2011 black Escalade in my shop today that rivals your Acura. Oh boy! Panel by panel here I go! Can't wait to see your expertise on the black beauty
have you ever used “black wax”.. it’s regular car wax, that has graphite or black dye that gets trapped in the deeper scratches and makes them less noticeable.. i want to pick some up but not sure if they work or even last
these acuras have trash paint from the factory. notorious for being thin and soft with clear coat failures. Looking forward to the restoration and protection
Looked like my parent’s Camry. Took me over 12 hours of correction. I wasn’t worried about how much clear I had to work with because I know full well that they had never had it polished before lol.
I've not seen a road salt neutraliser before, it's not a huge problem in the Southern part of the UK to be honest, the road salt doesn't get put down too often. What alternative products could you use instead of a dedicated one?
Ii think that you'll easily double your money !!!!!!, it's amazing that with your expertise paint corrections and interior reconditioning, I'd pay twice what your initial money was.
This one will be fun. I will save a panel to test compounds and pads....and other panels for technique. Stay tuned!
Cool
Looking forward to how this paint turns out and what you use.
Loving every content
I appreciate your support.
Never stop to amaze us Brian, actually anxious to watch how you will attack this!!
"Mister Hot-Shine!🤣" Brian, you're a legend.
I see the Detail King is at it again! I know it's going to look Awesome once your done! Can't wait!
😳 Can't wait for more!! 👍🏻
Yes sir wee need this in our life’s fir the everyday car on the drive way , shopping center , / under tree outside everyday car 💪🏿
My 2006 IS350 looks like this even though I have taken good care of it. Scratches formed on it out of nowhere, maybe cats walking on it. I'll correct mine myself once I see how you tackle this.
Acuras paint has come along way in the last decade and a half. Honda/Acura was brutally soft back in the day
Honda/Acura use relatively soft paint/clear coat. It's supposedly better for the environment but swirls just from looking at it. PPF and ceramic coating highly recommended.
Absolutely!
Already excited. Its gonna be awesome 😂
WOW.. Brian you sure have your work cut out for you on this one.. Can't wait to see the process unfold.
You’re going to make this an awesome car Brian; I have no doubt!
OMG, Brian. Ouch. That's a bad one. But that's ok. I've seen a couple close to that bad, but not quite like that. Ok. It's time for your magic show.
I am really enjoying the change to auction reconditioning.
I did some cars, trucks etc like that in the past. Always made me chuckle when a salesman would walk in while I was in process and you could see their mind was blown. So many black Silverados and Cadillacs.
Nice that looks like the majority of my costumers than they want done in a few hours lol 😂.
Brian, what about an under-carriage washer?
This one is going to be interesting. I can't wait to watch.
I understand why they use salt on the roads but you would think with today’s technology they could find something that doesn’t eat cars, looking forward to seeing what you do with the paint, thanks Brian 👍😁
I agree. Salt is terrible!
Go get'em Brian. I can't wait to see the correction video.
Ever wet sanded a whole car before? 😂 What a mess, good luck Brian! Looking forward to seeing you work on it and showing us some good techniques and combinations. ✌🏼
Thanks for another great video Brian, really looking forward to this correction 😀
Great car to find and bring back. Appreciate your willingness to share and teach!
Lots of fun there!! Good luck!!
Can’t wait to pick up some wet sanding tips before yo start compounding and polishing 👀👍
It looks like it was washed with a garden rake lol. I'm wondering if it had a repaint, because japanese isn't usually that high up in the mm ? Looking forward to this video!! 👍🏻 🇨🇦
Its hard to see any signs of repaint under all this neglect. :)
Love all these videos. Can’t wait to see you unleash your skills set on this one…
My salt neutralizer is 50:50 White Vinegar & Dist. water. Because of Cold Temps, the hose is put away, unless we get a warm day? Rinseless Washes is all I do during the winter. I have a multi-step process during the winter. My attached garage is not heated, but it stays above 40 degrees.
Another great video as always. What would be an option to road salt neutralizer for a pre rinse? Thank you!!
Looking forward to it for sure! This thing is a project! Seems like 5700 is giving it away
Brian: Having content? Well if that's what you want, yes, When I had my car lot I found that guys made money either mostly retail or mostly wholesale. Me? It always held true. I purchased cars either direct from the used car manager, rental car companies, charity cars or the street as I had a retail location. Sometimes I got cars from the auction but they as as whole were not nearly as profitable. I retailed most of what I got and wholesaled maybe the handful that didn't work because they were either not the right niche for what I sold or needed too much recon. When I sold I used the auction half the time and I had dealers come to my place. I also had a detail shop in the back for a few years and THAT was a distraction as I ran it myself and didn't devote the time to buying and selling like I needed to. Just sharing how I rolled. I made a living, I did NOT get rich. In the early years it was euphoric due too all the cars that we now look at as collector cars. When things got generic and more sophisticated I lost interest and hung it up. Great presentation, Mitch
Got a 2011 black Escalade in my shop today that rivals your Acura.
Oh boy! Panel by panel here I go!
Can't wait to see your expertise on the black beauty
Best wishes...that is a lot of real estate to cover.
This one will be a real challenge! And i have no doubt about the result you can be present to us, but it will have a lot of work.
have you ever used “black wax”.. it’s regular car wax, that has graphite or black dye that gets trapped in the deeper scratches and makes them less noticeable.. i want to pick some up but not sure if they work or even last
Angelwax has a version. Good stuff.
Great job. Are there any other salt neutralizers you recommend? Also is it safe to leave it on the underside of the car?
these acuras have trash paint from the factory. notorious for being thin and soft with clear coat failures. Looking forward to the restoration and protection
Remember now Brian Wolverines more than likely was the previous owner😂😂
Looked like my parent’s Camry. Took me over 12 hours of correction. I wasn’t worried about how much clear I had to work with because I know full well that they had never had it polished before lol.
Looking forward to see how you attack the correction. Have a couple thoughts in mind, let see if they allign with your attack.
One thing we never have to worry about in Florida is salt on the roads.....😁
You didn't use the word "hammered" even once!
I've not seen a road salt neutraliser before, it's not a huge problem in the Southern part of the UK to be honest, the road salt doesn't get put down too often.
What alternative products could you use instead of a dedicated one?
Maybe Carpro Lift
@apexdetail85 gotcha, so alkaline pre-wash basically?
6 grand, depending on mileage
Will ONR neutralize salt as well?
Ii think that you'll easily double your money !!!!!!, it's amazing that with your expertise paint corrections and interior reconditioning, I'd pay twice what your initial money was.
The running gear seems solid. Just a neglected finish.
Time to watch
Hi Brian @apexdetail85, do you have a buyer lined up for the TLX?
Subscribing to this channel is like ... like ... the best school I have ever attended in my life ! Thank You !
Not as bad as when I saw this woman someone clearing snow off her car. I cringed to imagine the damage to the paint.
Mr HotWax ! 😂😂😂😂😂
Girly here. Hotwax....that's what I have done on my legs! 😅
What’d happen if I don’t neutralize the salt? Just asking for a friend
I’d start at $8,000 because it’s AWD👍