Oakes - Detailed: 1995 Acura NSX Formula Red

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This 1995 Formula Red NSX came to us in search for a full paint corrective detail, the car was in fantastic shape for it`s age and just needed to be refreshed as it had picked up a few deep defects over the years. One main concern being a deep gouging scratch down the passenger rear quarter panel as a result of someone`s keys, unfortunately, the other defects being a burn on the front passenger fender from previous detailing and random surface scratches on the rear trunk lid. Touch up paint became the savior of the key marks and fender burn, while not completely eliminated, visually more appealing than a gaping scratch after wet sanding and finishing. We also looked to achieve as much gloss from this vibrant Formula Red as possible; we`ll let you all be the judge through the pictures!

Products used

Meguiars 105 + wool pad

Menzerna 203 + orange pad

Menzerna 106fa + black pad

CG CitrusWash

CG Metal Wax

CG wheel cleaner

P21S TAW

P21S paint cleanser

Meguiar’s super degreaser (tires/wheels wells)

Meguiar’s wheel brightener

Wolfgang Fuzion wax

Rejex





Procedure and notes: Process: Vehicle was degreased with P21S TAW, washed with CG citrus wash. After all trim was taped off, did test panel and decided it needed wool pad to get rid of all defects. Whole car was done with wool pad and megs 105, followed with Menzerna 203 and orange pad and finished with Menzerna 106FA and black pad (not all panels were original paint, some got transfer and some didn’t). P21S Paint Cleanser was used to remove left over polishing oils and to enhance gloss. Denase paint sealant was applied and removed later on. Car was rinsed and applied Wolfgang Fuzion wax. Glass cleaned, interior wiped down and vacumed.



Note: all pictures are original with no post processing involved (except for HDR pictures at the end).



As car arrived

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP4890.jpg

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Correction pictures



First, wing was polished and removed to get access to full trunk area

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Underside of the wing was polished and sealed and left aside untill trunk was completed

5 http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/NSXFR088.jpg



Roof before/after

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP5010.jpg



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Tail lights were polished with Megs 105 and wool pad and followed with Menzerna 203 and orange pad



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Plastic window trim before/after

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Hood 50/50

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Doors

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Door hangles

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/DSC00865.jpg

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/DSC00871.jpg







Wheels were polished with megs 105 and menzerna 203 and 2” pad, then sealed with Rejex, tires were dressed with Optimum Opti-bond.



25 http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/DSC00838.jpg

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Before

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After

http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/NSXFR053.jpg

http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/NSXFR080.jpg

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35 http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/NSXFR084.jpg



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Water beading after Wolfgang Fuzion wax application

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/DSC00899.jpg

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/DSC00901.jpg





Reflection shots after polishing

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http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/NSXFR112.jpg

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45 http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/NSXFR127.jpg

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50 http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/Cayman022.jpg

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55 http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/DSC00944.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/DSC00942.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP5089.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP5113.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP5114.jpg

60 http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP5128.jpg http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP5132.jpg

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Finished Photos Outside



http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt90/oakesdetail/NSX/Cayman044.jpg

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HDR pictures (edited)

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t55/sy272004/Car%20Details/Honda-Acura/1991%20Acura%20NSX%20formula%20red/IMGP5063_4_5_tonemapped.jpg

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Thanks for looking. feedback is welcome



Oakes!

[imported_DJ Mayo]

Why is this in car detailing?

[OakesDetail]

That`s a great questions! If a mod could please move this to the Pro-Details: Before / After that`d be very appreciated! Going cross eyed on the computer!

[imported_DJ Mayo]

You posted another on there too.

[OakesDetail]

There are two nsx`s that ive done recently. This should be the only thread for this car, there are two of us that are working online right now, we`re probably getting them confused.

[imported_DJ Mayo]

Another thread in car detailing I meant...

[OakesDetail]

Ah, I got it! Thanks DJ!

[imported_DJ Mayo]

It`s cool, just looking out. Great job btw.

[OakesDetail]

Thanks! Appreciate it