How many detailing sessions to make a "beater" look it's best?

NHBFAN · 03-28-04, 06:19

3 seems to be the magic number for me.

Of course, if it's a car that's been neglected and has oxzidized after one session, it usually looks considerably better. But, it seems that after my 3rd session with a neglected car it looks about as good as I can get it at my current skill level.

Scottwax · 03-28-04, 09:35

It all depends. Sometimes you can never get them 100% if they are in truly horrible shape.

neoflex · 03-29-04, 06:28

I'll let you know how mine turns out next weekend. My daily station car has been neglected all winter and I plan on hitting it with the Menza twins and prob then just top with P21S. I prob won't waste the time or my Klasse on it. I did the Caddy 2 weeks ago and that came out great and then did the wifes Grand Cherokee this weekend(Still have to add 2 coats of SG and then a coat of P21s) So I ran out of cars to detail, so the beater is up on the line-up next weekend. I'll let you know how it turns out.

Postwood · 03-30-04, 08:20

I only do my mother-in-law's car about twice a year. The first time, it didn't really pop. However, last year, after a claying (which I didn't do the first time) it really popped.

She was very pleased. And even though she politely tells me that she doesn't want me to waste my time on her car, I'll make sure to do it.

Telling sign though, the beat em up car wash just ripped part of her licence plate surround off and bent her plate. So, I might be in for some uglyness this time.

Richt · 03-31-04, 03:51

My daily drive Peugeot 205 gets better every time i clean it, it gets used every day but i still give it the same love as my sunday drive.

Problem is stone chips and scratches show up!

I say keep on cleaning and each session will see an improvement

Postwood · 03-31-04, 06:21

Looks great, Rich. Nothing looks smarter than an older economy car detailed to the nines.

PK1 · 03-31-04, 04:21

Rich,

That car is fantastic, I was going to buy one, but couldn't find one in very good condition, you say this is your daily driver, but it looks more show car than daily driver !

Really nice reflections !, Looks like its in "mint" condition".

Love the 205 !
PK