BeachZone
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Happy New Year Geeks!!
It's hard to believe how quickly time passes! 2 years have come and gone since I've posted a thorough detail write-up, so I am beyond overdue for some material! I'm really going to make it a point to catch up and share a few projects here and there, so stay tuned for future posts. Anyway, let's get to it...
Year - 2003
Make - Lamborghini
Model - Murcielago
Color - Giallo Orion
Well, I've been patiently waiting nearly 3 years to get my hands on this monster, so when the call came in I was more than ready. This car is no doubt special in many ways, but for me I am in love with the paint and couldn't wait to see how it would turn out. The color shift from multiple pearls and yellow paint color really jumps out and is something that must be seen in person to really appreciate. Very difficult to describe in words. Depending on the angle and light, it can have a green hue and shift from different shades of Gold, Yellow, and Orange. The good thing about this paint is that it really does a great job at hiding defects in all lighting conditions, but to the trained eye it definitely needed some TLC. It had plenty of room for improvement and I knew I had some serious work ahead of me! I was told to do whatever it takes to make the paint look the way it should. Especially on a car of this caliber, why not have it looking it's best? Roughly 25 hours went into correction alone and it really paid off. Main focus and energy was put toward the paint, however the engine and interior would be getting a basic detail as well. In addition to the restoration work, the old yellow and dull Paint Protection Film would also be removed and replaced with fresh film to compliment the freshly restored paint. The end result was nothing short of spectacular and I hope you all enjoy the time spent on putting this write-up together.
A few photos showing condition upon arrival before sundown:
Tire dressing had become a little grimey and brown... Soon to be stripped and replaced with a clean matte finish
Wheels and calipers covered in brake dust, giving the Matte Black wheels more of a Matte Brown look
Barrels had an extra thick layer of dust
Very difficult to capture defects in the finish with such an intense paint color and pearl effect
Piano Black trim had quite a few deep scratches and quite dull
Tails needed some refinishing as well
Unfortunately we had some water spot etchings from PPF removal in both the trim and paint
This picture shows the unfortunate reality of having "custom" cut PPF installed on your vehicle... After it's removed, you will (more than likely) be left with deep razor cuts that cannot be corrected
Tips needed a little work
Interior glass needed a good cleaning as it was very difficult to see through. Rest of the interior received an all around thorough cleanup from accumulated dust and dirt. Nothing too special went into this area as we will be revisiting the leather for rejuvenation in the spring time
Not filthy, but definitely in need of a clean-up
-DiamondDetail
It's hard to believe how quickly time passes! 2 years have come and gone since I've posted a thorough detail write-up, so I am beyond overdue for some material! I'm really going to make it a point to catch up and share a few projects here and there, so stay tuned for future posts. Anyway, let's get to it...
Year - 2003
Make - Lamborghini
Model - Murcielago
Color - Giallo Orion
Well, I've been patiently waiting nearly 3 years to get my hands on this monster, so when the call came in I was more than ready. This car is no doubt special in many ways, but for me I am in love with the paint and couldn't wait to see how it would turn out. The color shift from multiple pearls and yellow paint color really jumps out and is something that must be seen in person to really appreciate. Very difficult to describe in words. Depending on the angle and light, it can have a green hue and shift from different shades of Gold, Yellow, and Orange. The good thing about this paint is that it really does a great job at hiding defects in all lighting conditions, but to the trained eye it definitely needed some TLC. It had plenty of room for improvement and I knew I had some serious work ahead of me! I was told to do whatever it takes to make the paint look the way it should. Especially on a car of this caliber, why not have it looking it's best? Roughly 25 hours went into correction alone and it really paid off. Main focus and energy was put toward the paint, however the engine and interior would be getting a basic detail as well. In addition to the restoration work, the old yellow and dull Paint Protection Film would also be removed and replaced with fresh film to compliment the freshly restored paint. The end result was nothing short of spectacular and I hope you all enjoy the time spent on putting this write-up together.
A few photos showing condition upon arrival before sundown:
Tire dressing had become a little grimey and brown... Soon to be stripped and replaced with a clean matte finish
Wheels and calipers covered in brake dust, giving the Matte Black wheels more of a Matte Brown look
Barrels had an extra thick layer of dust
Very difficult to capture defects in the finish with such an intense paint color and pearl effect
Piano Black trim had quite a few deep scratches and quite dull
Tails needed some refinishing as well
Unfortunately we had some water spot etchings from PPF removal in both the trim and paint
This picture shows the unfortunate reality of having "custom" cut PPF installed on your vehicle... After it's removed, you will (more than likely) be left with deep razor cuts that cannot be corrected
Tips needed a little work
Interior glass needed a good cleaning as it was very difficult to see through. Rest of the interior received an all around thorough cleanup from accumulated dust and dirt. Nothing too special went into this area as we will be revisiting the leather for rejuvenation in the spring time
Not filthy, but definitely in need of a clean-up
-DiamondDetail
