Final Inspection Detail - Nissan 350Z Forum : 350Z / 370Z Tech Forums

Diz · 02-08-2010, 06:17 AM

Hi Guys,

Long time since I last posted.

I took my car to Final Inspection for a Detail. This is where Aust350z took his Sunset Z.

He got a Stage 2. I have a black car, so got the stage 3. it was $850 including interior.

Stage 3 included 3 cuts and Seal. I also got a full interior including Leather and plastic trim (the guy wasn't going to do the plastic, but our plastics tend to look crap after a while, so he put a UV thing on it)

It was worth it. No before photos as the car was just dirty, so you won't see the benefit. But there is an after shot.

No swirl marks and a mirror effect.

This pic was taken 2.5 weeks after the Detail and after 2 washes at the Hand Car Wash (which doesn't allow buckets!?!?!, what is with that?).

There's a few swirl marks coming back after the washes, but it is still immaculate. I use the Final Inspection Shampoo.

The main issue is that all the stone chips, scratches and chips from opening the door show up as white marks, and so stand out quite a bit. I need to get a paint touch up in the future.

This is thier website: www.finalinspection.com.au

Diz · 02-08-2010, 06:18 AM

Sorry, can't upload the pic at this time.

aust350z · 02-08-2010, 09:34 PM

I actually had a Stage 3 done initally too as well.

Glad to hear you liked the results! The third stage just gives it that much more gloss and correction.

I think its a little strange that you are already seeing some swirl marks come back after only 2 washes and a couple of weeks. Can I ask what your washing the car with (ie: mitt wise)?

Oh and try imageshack...

Diz · 02-09-2010, 12:44 AM

+1 - Useless without pics.

The guys said the gloss meter measurement are about back to show room standard (and I'd have to agree).

The black deteriorates quite a bit and I've neglected it since coming to Melbourne.

I use a microfibre wash mit and Drying mit from Sam C, and the Final Inspection shampoo.
It's good. Just the car tends to dry before I can do a final wipe, which is where I think the swirls are coming from.

I need to take better care of my seats as well. They're not looking so great at the moment.

I'll get on image shack or flickr soon.

ieatpelicans · 02-09-2010, 05:50 AM

just so this thread isnt a complete waste...

qikz · 02-10-2010, 01:23 AM

Well , "Tie me to a tree and beat me like a slave", what a supurb shot which includes microfibres, swirls, McDonalds in the background and more of what you like in between!

pez5 · 02-10-2010, 04:22 AM

Olly that is gold....

Thought better of it.

ravoz · 02-10-2010, 06:07 AM

Thats a lot of money to detail...I recently tried that SwirlX and that did a fantastic job of getting all my swirls and minor scratches out, priced at $30.

qikz · 02-10-2010, 08:46 PM

QUOTE (ravoz @ Feb 10 2010, 05:07 AM)

Quote:

Thats a lot of money to detail...I recently tried that SwirlX and that did a fantastic job of getting all my swirls and minor scratches out, priced at $30.

You have amazing focus and gritty detrmination to stay on topic......................I admire. Are you an accountant?

kam80 · 02-11-2010, 12:05 AM

QUOTE (IEatPelicans @ Feb 9 2010, 09:50 PM)

Quote:

just so this thread isnt a complete waste...

That was a very clean segue...but we really should get back onto the topic of detailing cars...

02-08-2010, 06:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
Diz Performance Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 440	Hi Guys, Long time since I last posted. I took my car to Final Inspection for a Detail. This is where Aust350z took his Sunset Z. He got a Stage 2. I have a black car, so got the stage 3. it was $850 including interior. Stage 3 included 3 cuts and Seal. I also got a full interior including Leather and plastic trim (the guy wasn't going to do the plastic, but our plastics tend to look crap after a while, so he put a UV thing on it) It was worth it. No before photos as the car was just dirty, so you won't see the benefit. But there is an after shot. No swirl marks and a mirror effect. This pic was taken 2.5 weeks after the Detail and after 2 washes at the Hand Car Wash (which doesn't allow buckets!?!?!, what is with that?). There's a few swirl marks coming back after the washes, but it is still immaculate. I use the Final Inspection Shampoo. The main issue is that all the stone chips, scratches and chips from opening the door show up as white marks, and so stand out quite a bit. I need to get a paint touch up in the future. This is thier website: www.finalinspection.com.au __________________ Thanks, Diz

02-08-2010, 06:18 AM	#2 (permalink)
Diz Performance Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 440	Sorry, can't upload the pic at this time. __________________ Thanks, Diz

02-08-2010, 09:34 PM	#3 (permalink)
aust350z Grand Touring Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 1,007	I actually had a Stage 3 done initally too as well. Glad to hear you liked the results! The third stage just gives it that much more gloss and correction. I think its a little strange that you are already seeing some swirl marks come back after only 2 washes and a couple of weeks. Can I ask what your washing the car with (ie: mitt wise)? Oh and try imageshack... __________________ 2003 LeMans Sunset Touring Coupe

02-09-2010, 12:44 AM	#4 (permalink)
Diz Performance Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 440	+1 - Useless without pics. The guys said the gloss meter measurement are about back to show room standard (and I'd have to agree). The black deteriorates quite a bit and I've neglected it since coming to Melbourne. I use a microfibre wash mit and Drying mit from Sam C, and the Final Inspection shampoo. It's good. Just the car tends to dry before I can do a final wipe, which is where I think the swirls are coming from. I need to take better care of my seats as well. They're not looking so great at the moment. I'll get on image shack or flickr soon. __________________ Thanks, Diz

02-09-2010, 05:50 AM	#5 (permalink)
ieatpelicans Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Perth Posts: 256	just so this thread isnt a complete waste... __________________ '03 Track, Motordyne 5/16 isothermal spacer, JWT popcharger, Anniversary Rims.

02-10-2010, 01:23 AM	#6 (permalink)
qikz Grand Touring Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Queensland Posts: 1,132	Well , "Tie me to a tree and beat me like a slave", what a supurb shot which includes microfibres, swirls, McDonalds in the background and more of what you like in between! __________________ View the Project http://autodesigns.intercate.net

02-10-2010, 04:22 AM	#7 (permalink)
pez5 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Shidonay Posts: 183	Olly that is gold.... Thought better of it. __________________ Go Swannneeeeesssss

02-10-2010, 06:07 AM	#8 (permalink)
ravoz Base Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 16	Thats a lot of money to detail...I recently tried that SwirlX and that did a fantastic job of getting all my swirls and minor scratches out, priced at $30.

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