Detailed: 2000 Jaguar Vanden Plas

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justin_murphy

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New day.....new client. This is one of 3 I did today. They are referrals from the marina owners. This couple has some very nice rides. I felt very proud that he choose me to handle and maintain them This one is just a gem. I've always loved Jags but this is beautiful. I has only 29K on on the odometer. He bought for his wife when he retired. It's her baby. Now it's mine!

Start time:
9:00AM
Finish Time:
12:00PM
Payment:
250.00

XMT #3
(Used EDGE2K Yellow Cutting Pad at #5 PC setting)
The finish was pretty heavily swirled. Sun was hiding so no good before shots but they were there.....promise. #3 took care of them as usual. about 5 minutes per panel. No dust and no fuss. Full sun too when I was mid way.

Poli-Seal/Polish Combo
(Used EDGE2K Orange Polishing Pad at a #5 PC Setting)
I just wanted to take care of any marring left by XMT#3. Also wanted to just amp up this white some and give it more protection.

Pinnacle's Liquid Souveran
(Used EDGE2K White Finishing Pad at #3 PC setting)
Man I love this stuff still! So easy to use. Only takes a little too. Leave the finish soft and smooth. Oh yeah, reflect damn well too!

Other Products Used:
Meguiars Detailer Line Super Degreaser
(4:1 on engine, tires, and wells)
Meguiars Detailer Line APC
(10:1 on interior sufaces, leather, and mats)
Meguiars Detailer Line Wheel Brightner
(4:1 on wheels. Let sit for 2 minutes per wheel and brushed)
Armor All Tire Foam
(Tires and wells. Let sit for 5 minutes and wiped clean with MF mitt)
Armor All Tire Gel
(Applied with supplied applicator)
Pinnacle's Leather Cleaner and Conditioner

Befores....
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Interior, Engine, and Wheels/Tires....
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(I'll post the other two up tomorrow.......here's a sneak peak of one!)
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Looks nice! S550? I love that jag too but I definitely don't like those wheels!
 
Wow I'm blown away by your work, how do you do it so fast??? That car was in desperate need of a good detail and your the person to do it. Looks like you had a really productive day. Love the write up as always, your write ups are helping me with my "how to polish" book guide.

Keep up the awesome work. I'm curious about the other 2 you mentioned...that picture looks promising as usual....I'm looking forward to the write up though.
 
Great job Justin!

Do you change product's based on client or vehicle? For instance using Pinnacle Leather Cleaner/Conditioner instead of Meguiar's. Also using liquid Souveran instead of another cheaper sealant. If so, do you charge more for more premium products?
 
Awesome work Justin. The backdrop for the photos is very nice as well...:applause:
 
Superb Sir!.....White vehicles are tuff to measure, but "we" can see it LOL.

Hey, when you get your rotary, lemme know how XMT 3 works with the rotary. I'll bet your work time will be half.

Toto
 
Wow! Outstanding job! :applause: Yes I do love Jags. Now that paint is deep for white. I still can't get over the red Mustang you did. As I alway said, we want our work to look like yours!

Avengeance, very cool!:D
 
Thanks guys for all your compliments....
When it comes to my work time I just simply have a system I do the same thing everytime on everycar. Multi-Tasking helps too. Like letting the wax dry while vacuuming. Being organized helps tons too. Believe me, I could spend a day easily on just one car but my expectations and the customer's are different. I just have to know when to say when when working for a living.
 
That Jag has some nice leather.
Well it does needs some 20's chrome rims.:awesome:
 
Beautiful job as always Justin! I'm glad to see you doing a Jag. What do you recommend using on the wood dash? I've tried a few diferent things including pledge. I have now settled into using PB Natural Look with the rest of the dash but I keep thinking I should use something different on the wood. Then again, the wood is sealed with some plastic-like shell isn't it?
 
Reddwarf said:
Beautiful job as always Justin! I'm glad to see you doing a Jag. What do you recommend using on the wood dash? I've tried a few diferent things including pledge. I have now settled into using PB Natural Look with the rest of the dash but I keep thinking I should use something different on the wood. Then again, the wood is sealed with some plastic-like shell isn't it?
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I've always used NXT on them. I really like it's antistatic properties. I now use Collinites products. They are designed for furniture protection as well.
 
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