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Old 05-01-08, 03:38   #1 (permalink)
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Black Lexus and Black M5

In laws - 2008 with 4000 miles. Sits outside 24/7 under pine trees and what ever else. 1 block from the beach - does get a cover on here and there.

Used Zaino to freshen up the paint this time and to get some durability (I am hopeful).

Several months ago I used Poli Seal topped with



wash
clay
zaio orange pad udm speed 6
Z5pro white pad udm speed 4
z16 x2 on tires


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Old 05-01-08, 03:53   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

2001 M5 with 114000 moles on it. Bilongs to the owner of Martin Motorsports. Freebie, but I get lots of referrals from him.

The dealer had the car and scratched it up badly. They offered to fix it.

Interior

vacuum
Purple power to clean
NL to protect seats




Exterior Before - looks pretty good from afar



Exterior After




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Close up after polishing



After just #105



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Old 05-01-08, 04:22   #3 (permalink)
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

Awesome work on the in-law's lexus Thomas, and your so lucky to be doing a M5 from the owner of Martin Motorsports. Looks Great and Wet!!
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

awesome cars and awesome details!!
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Old 05-01-08, 04:42   #5 (permalink)
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

Are you sure you know what you are doing with that #105? I hear that it some powerful stuff.

Awesome job Thomas!!
 
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

Nice Work!!!

Quick question on the Z-16. I just came across a bottle. What is the best way to apply? I tried an eagle one applicator, but with the light consistency, I was not sure it went on well.

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Looks great.
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Both cars look awesome. The E39 m5 is an absolute beast! It looks like the m105 compound is working well for you.
 
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

They both look great Thomas. How is 105 with the DA?
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

Damn good work as usual Thomas! Black cars are my favorite!
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Re: Black Lexus and Black M5

Both cars look AWESOME!!! Did you use Z5Pro on the M5 too?
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I used 105, poli seal, extreme top coat

Thanks guys!!!!!
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