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2011 BMW 535i - 6 Speed - Full Restore

• Client Challenge: New life into a well worn work horse. At nearly 200,000 miles, the plan was to not only renew, but improve for long term use.

• Services Performed:

• Detailing: Full interior deep clean (seats pulled), clay bar, paint correction, ceramic coating.

• Restoration: Leather stitching repair, restored/replaced damaged interior trim around center console and door guards.

• Modifications: Rear differential bushings, larger intercooler, and split-fold rear seat installation (removed fixed seat bench for more storage and versatility). Added pre-painted rear spoiler for improved looks.

• Maintenance/Mechanical: Front/rear disc brakes, water pump, spark plugs, coils.

• Approach: Multi-layered project, modifications and mechanical work were performed first, then detailing. While out, dash and seat component work was performed. Replaced iDrive controller as well as it was malfunctioning due to coffee spill. 52 hours of labor in total for all the above.

• Results: Mission accomplished, this rare combination was fully revitalized both in and out with reliable performance and functional improvements.

2012 Hyundai Elantra - Daily Driver Refresh

• Client Challenge: Standard detail for a relatively clean daily driver in need of a deep clean.

• Services Performed:

• Detailing:

  • Full exterior clean - wash, clay bar, single stage buff, and headlight buff.

  • Interior deep clean, including steam clean carpet and pulled seats. Cloth and trim restoration.

  • Wheel scrub single stage clean

  • Safe engine bay deep clean

• Approach: Exterior wash / buff, then interior pull and detail. 16 hours in total.

• Results: Revived shine and cleanliness for everyday use.

2011 Ford Focus SES - Daily Driver Refresh

• Client Challenge/Odometer: Rather than spending 30k on a new vehicle with similar options, owner opted to invest in a refresh. Performed a complete interior and exterior detail at 150,000 miles; vehicle presented in well-worn condition and required comprehensive cleaning before going with owner back to college!

• Services Performed:

• Detailing: Full interior deep clean - seats pulled, leather treated, steam cleaning throughout, including headliner and belts, carpets shampooed and steamed. Exterior deep wash and conditioned, seams and jams pressure washed, clay bar, paint correction buff, ceramic coating (one coat).

• Restoration: Replaced both exterior mirrors, center dash vent, and interior A-pillar trim; restored steering controls and other damaged/missing interior trim. Headlights were also wet-sanded and retreated for partial restoration.

• Approach: Hourly labor for transparency: 24 hours total (2 hrs washing, 1 hr clay bar, 4 hrs paint correction, 2 hrs ceramic, 15 hrs interior deep clean) + $540 replacement parts/materials.

• Results: Transformed a neglected vehicle into a comfortable, shiny daily driver.

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2008 Ford Focus SES Coupe
- Full Restore

• Client Challenge: Full restoration request at 200,000 miles to keep this fun, reliable car on the road for a future generation!

• Services Performed:

• Detailing: Full interior deep clean - seats pulled, leather treated, steam cleaning throughout, including headliner and belts, carpets shampooed and steamed. Exterior deep wash and conditioned, seams and jams pressure washed, clay bar, paint correction buff, ceramic coating (one coat).

• Restoration: Restored/replaced damaged/missing interior trim, replaced headlights, grille, wheels.

• Modifications: Upgraded audio speakers, front upper/lower sway bars, rear sway bar for ip.

• Maintenance/Mechanical: Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, upper/lower control arms, bushings, shocks, struts, bearings, ball joints, spark plugs, coils, all 3 motor mounts, transmission solenoids, primary radiator. New tires.

• Approach: 62 hours in total for extensive overhaul work.

• Results: Like-new handling, sound, and appearance despite mileage.