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steelej said:
Hi Alex,
There's a tonne of information here
http://www.detailingworld.com/forum
From the info on the site you can determine how far you want to take it, but there are good guides on simple washing waxing etc. They key thing is washing the car without inflicting swirls marks, you've probably seen them, circular scratches that are very noticable in direct sunlight. Anyway check out detailing world and see how you get on.
John.
That is actually one of my problems, my grandfather apparently dried my car with a towel....yes a towel. Even though the microfiber one is right next to the car. I was told that these buff out when done properly, so I will have to take it to the dealer, but after that I will start to wash it myself.There's a tonne of information here
http://www.detailingworld.com/forum
From the info on the site you can determine how far you want to take it, but there are good guides on simple washing waxing etc. They key thing is washing the car without inflicting swirls marks, you've probably seen them, circular scratches that are very noticable in direct sunlight. Anyway check out detailing world and see how you get on.
John.
steelej said:
DONT TAKE IT TO THE DEALER WHATEVER YOU DO!!!!
Hopefully I made it in time, the dealer will not do a good job on your car, most dealers will inflict more issues than solve, look for a professional detailer in your area. Another web site that may help is http://www.autopia.org/ this is a US based detailing site.
A few hundred dollars will see the swirls gone then it's done to maintenance after that.
John.
My dealer (Palm Beach motors) has "professional detailers" , but you sound like you know what you are talking about John, so I will definitely heed this warning. I am glad I learned my lesson with the Jag rather than the Aston though........*make sure everyone in the house knows the proper towel to use when drying*Hopefully I made it in time, the dealer will not do a good job on your car, most dealers will inflict more issues than solve, look for a professional detailer in your area. Another web site that may help is http://www.autopia.org/ this is a US based detailing site.
A few hundred dollars will see the swirls gone then it's done to maintenance after that.
John.
cardigankid said:
How fanatical do you want to be?
I take it you are a bona fide person here, and this is not just a way of assessing how many sad obsessives there are on the net.
Clearly there are professional detailers.
Then, you can try the Meguiar's system, starting with lubricating and rubbing over with a clay bar. ordinary sponges and mutton cloth are not regarded as acceptable at this level.
Then, there is my own system, which entails carefully washing, removing grime/tar with a solvent, then traditional simoniz, followed by proprietary polishes in several coats, perhaps Autoglym red, followed by gold, all done indoors with the car cool. Then cover with light car cover.
No, I mean every word I post here, I think I am just missing out on one of the joys of having a nice car.....washing it.I take it you are a bona fide person here, and this is not just a way of assessing how many sad obsessives there are on the net.
Clearly there are professional detailers.
Then, you can try the Meguiar's system, starting with lubricating and rubbing over with a clay bar. ordinary sponges and mutton cloth are not regarded as acceptable at this level.
Then, there is my own system, which entails carefully washing, removing grime/tar with a solvent, then traditional simoniz, followed by proprietary polishes in several coats, perhaps Autoglym red, followed by gold, all done indoors with the car cool. Then cover with light car cover.
What hurts the most is that my cars paint was perfect, and a little towel has just killed it. The scratches are very small, I mean you have to look very closely. They are not to the point of being unsightly, but I know they are there. If any of guys are like me, EVERY time I go to my car, I have to look at them, it drives me crazy. John, I am going all out, the works, I really want these stupid things gone, I am going on Monday so I will get back to you.
I will have them up by tomorrow.
Triple7 said:
Looks great Alex. Need to invest in a set of big wheels and some mesh grilles. I know moddding is a popular past time out there. 
G
Yeah it does look a little plain with out the 20's. The reason I did not just go all out and get the XKR with the works is when I traded in my DB9 I got this XK and a V8 Vantage (sorry Triple 7 & John), it made little sense to get the XKR. I am still waiting to see if the N400 is coming to the US or not. G
steelej said:
You got any pics of the V8 vantage? What colour etc?
I still think the XKR is better
John.
Nope. I am waiting to see if the N400 comes out, wish I could just tell my dealer to give me one until they find out I still think the XKR is better
John.
I want it in Bergwerk black....but hey this is a jag forum. Maybe we can race one day and find out 
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