My Rover given a deep clean - Page 6

tigerchubs · 22nd November 2007, 16:03

Tatts you need a hobby?

Tom Collins · 22nd November 2007, 16:21

Tatts, I like your style, must try that next time I see one of their Centers Of Mugging Excellence.

MrBitsy · 22nd November 2007, 16:28

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Originally Posted by Tatts

It would appear so!

Must admit, red cars look damned fine when polished! Credit to Ray for his hard work!

Thanks! :lol:

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Originally Posted by Tatts

I cheat when I do mine, couple of power tools come in handy!

I will be getting one of those 'ultimate detailing machines' when released - can I wait for it though, or will I end up buying one now with a transformer?

ragitty · 22nd November 2007, 17:16

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Originally Posted by MrBitsy

Thanks! :lol:

I will be getting one of those 'ultimate detailing machines' when released - can I wait for it though, or will I end up buying one now with a transformer?

Ray your car looks fantastic, but after all your hard word I did see one thing out of place..........

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A droplet of water on the rear screen

apywell · 22nd November 2007, 17:34

WOW.... I always knew that the paintwork on these cars was good but the time you spent on your vehicle makes it look second to none. Makes me want to get out and do mine.

nice work!!

Dave***t · 22nd November 2007, 17:44

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Originally Posted by MrBitsy

I will be getting one of those 'ultimate detailing machines' when released - can I wait for it though, or will I end up buying one now with a transformer?

Seems more likely the (apparently virtually identical) Meguiars machine will be available first (start of December) as a proper UK version, and although it's more expensive than the projected price of the UDM, it's cheaper than buying an imported model. It's certainly making my wallet groan in anticipation

apywell · 22nd November 2007, 17:54

Just had another thought on this subject....................

It's sad but I'm not so sure I could get me car as gleeming as this one, as I'm sure someone would take a key or nail to it......

some people are like that

Graham1961 · 22nd November 2007, 18:38

That Looks Fantastic Looks Like Firefrost Red Which Is The Same Colour As Mine . It Is A Lovely Colour To Polish As Pictures Show. I Do Car Valeting And You Have Got Your Car Gleaming.

MrBitsy · 22nd November 2007, 19:23

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Originally Posted by The Pez

Fantastic! and now you must do it all again!
I did mine 6 times in about a fortnight, and the results are amazing!

By hand?

If I were to do it another 6 times, I wouldn't be able to move my arms for a month, and as a signaller that could be embarrasing

Your car must be like a mirror!

MrBitsy · 22nd November 2007, 19:31

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Originally Posted by tourerfogey

Right - all I need do now is find the time......

Two biggest tips to make cleaning the car easier and quicker.

1.. Clay the car twice a year 1-2 hrs.
2.. Buy a detailing spray - After waxing, use a detailing spray after each wash, to keep that just waxed look. Takes 10 mins for the whole car. I use ...

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/detail.../prod_361.html

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22nd November 2007, 17:54	#57
apywell Gets stuck in Rover 75 Saloon. 2.0 Diesel Auto. Connoisseur SE. Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Derby Posts: 723 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Just had another thought on this subject.................... It's sad but I'm not so sure I could get me car as gleeming as this one, as I'm sure someone would take a key or nail to it...... some people are like that __________________ If there's one thing I've learned, it's that life is one crushing defeat after another until you just wish Flanders was dead. Now has an S-Type 2.7 diesel V6 twin turbo with Jag voice, bluetooth, sat nav, front and rear park assist, electric fold mirrors etc, etc, etc.....

22nd November 2007, 18:38	#58
Graham1961 Moderator / RS East Scotland Rover 75 1.8 Conn Se saloon Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: North Berwick, East Lothian Posts: 4,738 Thanks: 4,143 Thanked 753 Times in 563 Posts	That Looks Fantastic Looks Like Firefrost Red Which Is The Same Colour As Mine . It Is A Lovely Colour To Polish As Pictures Show. I Do Car Valeting And You Have Got Your Car Gleaming.