For my last detailing boot camp class I brought in a 2008 Cadillac CTS with the original factory black basecoat/clearcoat finish to let my students learn how to use the Meguiar’s DA Microfiber Correction System. This car was trashed as every panel was completely filled with swirls and scratches. I gave about a 20 minute introduction, demonstration and explanation on how the system works and how to use it and then I turned the class loose to see what they could do. Many of the people that buffed on this car had never used any type of machine to polish paint before attending my class. I think the video plus the before and after pictures speak for themselves. To see ALL the before and after pictures PLUS, * How to wetsand by hand and machine * How to use a Flex 3401 on a 1940 Ford Coupe Hotrod * How to use a rotary buffer with Meguiar’s M105 on a 1966 Corvette Copy and paste the below into Google, Pictures & Comments from September 2012 Detailing Boot Camp -Mike Phillips
Video Rating: 4 / 5
texfromro
January 18, 2013 at 10:27 pm
Thank you for your quick reply.
I was asking, not willing to point out anything, just to know, as i said before, what level of finish is acceptable for a street car.
I’m living in Romania, and here almost every car is a “trashed” one because of the dirt on the roads and poor quality washing services.
When it comes to show my results to my clients, the expectations are very high, even if they are not willing to pay more than 150$ for a complete exterior detailing.
autogeek
January 18, 2013 at 10:28 pm
Yes there were still some light scratches next to the rear light, that’s because the people doing the work were new to machine polishing so they’re still honing their skills. That said, like I said in the video, this was a trashed, black finish and for their first time they did amazing work! I don’t recommend to people to try to create a true show car finish on a “Daily Driver” because chances are you’re going to get more scratches in the future and there’s only so much paint. -Mike Phillips
texfromro
January 18, 2013 at 11:24 pm
Hi Mike….
There are still some minor scratches on trunk lid, or is just because of the camera?
I’m asking because i just wish to know what is an acceptable finish for an every day car. 🙂
autogeek
January 19, 2013 at 12:14 am
Yeah, I caught that AFTER the car left the building. LOL
Good catch but I think people get the “Big Idea” and that the Meguiar’s DA Microfiber Correction System is a great two-step system for restoring factory paint without having to use a rotary buffer.
-Mike Phillips
slickgsr
January 19, 2013 at 12:26 am
CTS… not CST!
lexusfan100
January 19, 2013 at 12:51 am
wow what a beautifully clean looking automotive..nice work