Detailed - 2004 Porsche 911 - Cobalt Blue
 

Detailed a friend's new to him 2004 Porsche 911 in Cobalt Blue. I really enjoyed this colour as it can take on a variety of different shades. Additionally, this car has an extremely 54k on the clock. The condition of the paint and interior testified to the well preserved nature of the vehicle.

Upon arrival:

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3885/...075e6730_c.jpgIMG_2615 by K2's World, on Flickr

After claybarring the car the biggest issue was holograms all over the car.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3861/...fa6dca32_c.jpgIMG_2621 by K2's World, on Flickr

Only minor swirling under the sun.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5526/...47caa2f4_c.jpgIMG_2623 by K2's World, on Flickr

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2906/...1ff9aa89_c.jpgIMG_2624 by K2's World, on Flickr

Took her inside and decided a single stage polish was the best way to go as the overall condition of the car was good. Used Sonax Perfect Finish 4/6 on a Porter Cable.

A couple of 50/50's showing the difference.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5232/...b9052b9c_c.jpgIMG_2631 by K2's World, on Flickr

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2919/...74f7ce31_c.jpgIMG_2637 by K2's World, on Flickr

Tail light before

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2934/...458aa341_c.jpgIMG_2641 by K2's World, on Flickr

Tail light after

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3911/...7d839edc_c.jpgIMG_2643 by K2's World, on Flickr

The car is finished in a light grey interior. It was showing some minor wear but overall in excellent condition.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3846/...6e1bf6aa_c.jpgIMG_2647 by K2's World, on Flickr

Cleaned up the driver's seat. A 50/50 showing the difference on the seat bottom.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3903/...e6edc128_c.jpgIMG_2649 by K2's World, on Flickr

Seat back 50/50

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3844/...6dbbd615_c.jpgIMG_2651 by K2's World, on Flickr

Close up of difference.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2938/...efd77e11_c.jpgIMG_2652 by K2's World, on Flickr

Center console 50/50.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3854/...421b56f2_c.jpgIMG_2659 by K2's World, on Flickr

Interior after

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3894/...762c86e2_c.jpgIMG_2666 by K2's World, on Flickr

Unfortunately the sun did not want to make an appearance today. So inside we go. Under the light finished shot after applying Blackfire Wet Diamond sealant topped with Optimum Car Wax.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2909/...558ffa43_c.jpgIMG_2670 by K2's World, on Flickr

Close-up of metallic flake

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5120/...e8b4e6f1_c.jpgIMG_2672 by K2's World, on Flickr

Brought her outside for some finished shots - that deep blue really starts to pop.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2905/...04218fec_c.jpgIMG_2669 by K2's World, on Flickr

Reflection showing my sad baby bumped out of the garage last night.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5528/...5e0a1eb7_c.jpgIMG_2665 by K2's World, on Flickr

Only peek of sun today so far to show the depth of colour.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2915/...8361ffc8_c.jpgIMG_2662 by K2's World, on Flickr

A quick shot of the whole car. Tires dressed with Adam's Super VRT for a low-gloss look.

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3870/...9f1b38b3_c.jpgIMG_2664 by K2's World, on Flickr

Absolutely a gem of a car in fantastic condition. I was kind of cold to Porsches through past experiences but after driving and spending a couple of days with this car, I'm smitten.

Hope I can find one in such good condition when I'm bored of the S2000 someday.

Anyways, thanks to the owner for letting me take a stab at cleaning her up.

Kev

Beautiful work, beautiful vehicle!

What do you use for the interior? I want the matte look for my leather.

Nice work, Roach!

Side note: I think I've seen this car around town a few times. The owner is a bit of a douche. How do you know the guy? :suspicious:

I read "bored of S2000" so I came here too. :troll:

Impressive results from a single stage! What pad did you use?

I wonder how that kind of treatment would make a Toyota Corolla look

Same result as waxing your fridge, I suppose.

I heard this car was actually a corolla with a 911 body dropped onto the frame.

i heard it was just a bunch of spare bicycle parts and a 15 year old kenyan kid peddling and making the noises

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Great job!

Hey Energy, I use this combination of products/technique.

http://www.detailersdomain.com/DIY-E...ing_b_331.html

As I'm sure you may not want to spend that much on buying the machine/brush, I would recommend trying an OTC product like Lexol Leather cleaner first:

- Spray on to the surface and use a lot of elbow grease to scrub the surface for 30 seconds to a minute. Do small sections at a time.

- After each section take a separate dry terry cloth and wipe the surface while putting pressure on the seat. Your terry cloth should start to show some discolouration. That's the surface oil coming out of the leather.

- Once you have cleaned the seats just follow up with a leather conditioner. Try to do it at the end of a day so the conditioner can spend overnight penetrating the leather.

Kev

Haha. I don't even know how to respond to this.

Kev

I used a Buff & Shine 5.5" Green pad.

Kev