imported_BretFraz
12-06-2001, 07:42 PM
As I had posted somewhere previously, I contacted Eagle One and asked about the status of their Satin Finish Tire Shine, aka Concours Tire Dressing. I had thought it was still available on their website but was pointed out to me that was no longer the case.
Following is response #1 from Eagle One after I asked, "what`s the deal?"
<em class=`bbc`>Bret,
Thank you for your support and inquiry about Eagle One products. Your question seems to be a popular one lately. As you mentioned, the Eagle One Satin Finish Tire Shine is very difficult to find. The reason for this is that the demand for our Wet Tire Shine was far over the Satin Finish. Because of this, many retailers stopped ordering this product, causing it to be discontinued. However, our Interior/Exterior Protectant is almost the same formula, provides the same shine, and a little longer lasting effects. If you are looking for a replacement product, the Protectant should out perform the Satin Finish Tire Shine. Please contact me directly if you have any further questions regarding our products.[/i]
Well, I did have a few extra questions, not all related to Satin Finish. But I did want a further clarification of their distribution, noting that I had been using Concours for almost 15 years and hated to see it go. Here`s response #2:
<em class=`bbc`>Bret,
I know what you mean about the dissapointment in seeing the
distribution of Concours diminish. It seems that the majority of consumers have decided they want the ultra-glossy finish. While most enthusiasts don`t feel this way, a decision was made to stop production of Concours. Of course we didn`t want to lose customers that like the Concours, so before production halted, we designed a product (Protectant), that would offer the same finish and be equivalent or better to Concours. We feel we accomplished it as Protectant is still water-based, offers the satin
finish, and protects better. While the product does offer some some UV protection, it`s main purpose was for keeping vinyl, rubber, and plastics looking great and lasting long. We still have a small surplus of Concours in our warehouses, but I would recommend trying Protectant first, just to see how you feel about it compared to Concours. If you decide that you still want Concours you can always order it direct from us.[/i]
Since Satin Finish is no longer on their website it can`t be ordered that way. I have not asked them how to order it as I do not have an urgent need for it. I can pass along the reps contact info for those of you who want ordering info.
Bottom line: The product is discontinued and except for whatever`s leftover, there ain`t no more. If your local supplier or fave online merchant has some and you love it, I say get all you can while you can.
Hope all this answers your questions about Eagle One Satin Finish Tire Shine.
Following is response #1 from Eagle One after I asked, "what`s the deal?"
<em class=`bbc`>Bret,
Thank you for your support and inquiry about Eagle One products. Your question seems to be a popular one lately. As you mentioned, the Eagle One Satin Finish Tire Shine is very difficult to find. The reason for this is that the demand for our Wet Tire Shine was far over the Satin Finish. Because of this, many retailers stopped ordering this product, causing it to be discontinued. However, our Interior/Exterior Protectant is almost the same formula, provides the same shine, and a little longer lasting effects. If you are looking for a replacement product, the Protectant should out perform the Satin Finish Tire Shine. Please contact me directly if you have any further questions regarding our products.[/i]
Well, I did have a few extra questions, not all related to Satin Finish. But I did want a further clarification of their distribution, noting that I had been using Concours for almost 15 years and hated to see it go. Here`s response #2:
<em class=`bbc`>Bret,
I know what you mean about the dissapointment in seeing the
distribution of Concours diminish. It seems that the majority of consumers have decided they want the ultra-glossy finish. While most enthusiasts don`t feel this way, a decision was made to stop production of Concours. Of course we didn`t want to lose customers that like the Concours, so before production halted, we designed a product (Protectant), that would offer the same finish and be equivalent or better to Concours. We feel we accomplished it as Protectant is still water-based, offers the satin
finish, and protects better. While the product does offer some some UV protection, it`s main purpose was for keeping vinyl, rubber, and plastics looking great and lasting long. We still have a small surplus of Concours in our warehouses, but I would recommend trying Protectant first, just to see how you feel about it compared to Concours. If you decide that you still want Concours you can always order it direct from us.[/i]
Since Satin Finish is no longer on their website it can`t be ordered that way. I have not asked them how to order it as I do not have an urgent need for it. I can pass along the reps contact info for those of you who want ordering info.
Bottom line: The product is discontinued and except for whatever`s leftover, there ain`t no more. If your local supplier or fave online merchant has some and you love it, I say get all you can while you can.
Hope all this answers your questions about Eagle One Satin Finish Tire Shine.