Page 1 of 8 12345678 LastLast
Results 1 to 15 of 115
  1. #1
    Autopia Specialist RaysWay's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jan 2014
    Posts
    4,832
    Post Thanks / Like

    8 Reasons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)



    Sure, detailing your own ride is a great way to save some cash while keeping your ride in showroom shape - but most Autopians I talk to agree there`s a lot more to it than that. Check out our 8 reasons why detailing is not only good for your ride, but good for your soul.



    Now that`s a term all of us are familiar with. Most of us have had the hard lesson of passing off a job or service to someone else, only to be left with two things...a receipt and regret. That`s why at Autopia we`ve built our business on making the best tools, products and knowledge available to the masses.

    While I was organizing my tools for an upcoming detail, I started thinking about why exactly I was looking forward to washing a car. Although I`m an admitted super-optimist, I don`t normally get in a better mood when I have to do something considered by most to be "work".

    Here are my 8 reasons why it`s great to detail your own ride.

    1.) Retain Your Vehicles Value

    For many of us, our vehicle is one of the biggest monetary investments we`ll make. Whether you purchased a vehicle to simply get from point A to point B, or went over-budget to purchase that special ride; chances are you spent a good chunk of change on it. Regular car detailing can keep the value of your ride high. So if you ever decide to sell or trade your car, you can not only expect a higher demand; but a higher return on your investment.

    We all love seeing those rides that are getting harder and harder to find - in great condition. Those rides didn`t just magically take care of themselves, it was a labor of love from a dedicated owner. Even entry-level cars can reap the benefits of regular maintenance.



    2.) It`s Rewarding In Many Ways

    Sometimes it`s a nod at a red light, sometimes it`s another trophy for the trophy shelf, sometimes it`s just keeping that reputation for being that person who always keeps their stuff in perfect condition. Whatever your reason, a lot of us feel a sense of accomplishing for keeping our rides in tip top shape. If you take pride in your ride, then you`ll be rewarded for keeping your ride clean.



    3.) ???? - You Decide (Giveaway)

    Help us out with Reason #3 to detail your ride for a chance to WIN! Just post a reply in this thread with your favorite reason to detail your ride to be entered into a random drawing. THREE lucky winners will be selected on July 4th 2016 to receive mystery gifts after the cermonial Autopia drum roll has been posted



    4.) Brings Family and Friends Together

    Most car guys I talk to are always looking for another reason to enjoy their car or motorcycle and are happy to help a hand, especially with someone who shares their passion. Detailing your own ride is a perfect opportunity to invite over a buddy for a few drinks and help each other work on your cars on a Sunday morning, or presents a chance to teach your son or daughter the joys of doing their own maintenance on their vehicles. Either way, it`s a chance to help each other out, to bond, to teach and to learn. I don`t remember a lot of things from my youth, but I can still remember the way our garage smelled. Helping my dad work on his 69 Corvette is something I`ll always remember.



    5.) It Can Be A Source Of Income

    In the world of detailing, your biggest investment will be tools. Luckily, most tools are actually not a requirement and the basics can be done by hand. One thing I learned pretty quickly is that products seem to last forever. So a single bottle of wax can turn into a very efficient profit. When the economy took a turn for the worse on 2007-2008, I was fresh out of college and couldn`t find a job. I ended up going door to door in my neighborhood washing and waxing cars with a Meguiar`s Gift Box I purchased from Wal-Mart. One thing lead to another and I eventually scored a job detailing boats for a large company and the rest is history! I see a lot of Autopians here who start detailing their own rides and are eventually asked to detail a friends or family member or coworkers vehicle. Next thing they know they`re finding a few extra bills in their bank account and everything start paying for itself.



    6.) Exercise

    Something I hear from a lot of new detailers is "this is a lot of work!". Washing and waxing a car can turn into a serious calorie burning session. Studies have shown that on average, people burn between 600-1000 calories per wash and wax session (avg 4 hours)! And I bet those numbers are on the low end, considering how intricate detailing can get. Some detailers I know are never too shy about turning a full bucket into a few bicep curls, or performing a few push ups before getting off the ground. Starting the day with a calorie burning session is just another reason to detail your ride. Just make sure to stay hydrated!



    7.) Healthy Hobbies Are Healthy

    “Work hard, play hard.” Anyone with goals and aspirations knows the value of hustling during their working hours. However, work-life balance is important, which means that in addition to working hours and time with family and friends, you should have some hobbies. Studies have shown that taking time for things you enjoy can actually recharge your batteries in a way that`s very different from a good night`s sleep. Whenever I find myself feeling sluggish or "in the dumps", I always try to clear time for some of my hobbies; especially detailing. Starting the day or ending the day with good music and a clean ride always gets me in a better mood. Detailing is also something that can be done by kids and adults, so it`s a great hobby to share with a significant other, family member or friend.



    8.) Regular Maintenance Is The Easiest Maintenance

    Keeping a car clean can seem like a monumental task, and it can be...but only if you let it get out of hand. One of my favorite quotes from detailing legend Mike Phillips is "Regular maintenance is the easiest maintenance", meaning as long as you maintain your vehicle regularly; you`ll never have a monumental task to face. While detailing your car, it`s also a great opportunity to check the other type of maintenance items on your car like the oil, windshield wiper fluid, tires, brakes, etc etc.



    Thanks for reading!
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/rayswaydetailing
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/RaysWayDetailing
    Website: www.RaysWayDetailing.com

  2. #2

    Join Date
    Jun 2016
    Posts
    63
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    For me, it`s a stress reliever and good way to clear your mind.

  3. #3
    Wax Waster Ronkh's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2008
    Location
    SwFL
    Posts
    27,090
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    You can escape the world.... and still be productive.
    Formerly the "Best Detailer", now just Super Wax Waster Man. Not necessarily tactful, but normally right. It`s good to be da King !!!

  4. #4
    512detail's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2013
    Location
    Kyle, Tx
    Posts
    9,203
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    The double look..you know what I`m talking about- and sometimes they pull down their shades to Really get a look.

    that intrinsic validation for your hard work and effort- priceless


    Brandt K.
    Likes RaysWay, Stokdgs, Mary B, aceone liked this post

  5. #5
    JustJesus's Avatar
    Join Date
    Sep 2014
    Location
    So Cal
    Posts
    2,534
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    Carefully, hand applying that LSP (wax is my preffered) and gently removing it using the best MF towels in your arsenal. The extreme focus placed on the task at hand, avoiding any marring after all the hard work to make that paint look gorgeous.
    Likes RaysWay, Stokdgs, Mary B liked this post

  6. #6

    Join Date
    Jul 2014
    Posts
    425
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    Clean ride = clean mind. For people who drive a lot it really detracts from the stress of commuting if you are in a clean car. Improves visibility, gets your organized, and is just overall more enjoyable to jump in a clean car.

    Along those lines, first impressions matter! Whenever anyone gets in my car they always remark about how clean it is. I think that speaks a lot about someone.
    Likes RaysWay, Angus, Stokdgs, Mary B, aceone liked this post

  7. #7
    richy's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2007
    Location
    Windsor, Ontario
    Posts
    659
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    #3 is obvious...it helps you get laid


    ...I know I won`t win with this answer, but hopefully you`ll smile b/c you know I`m right..only ONE thing on a young man`s mind
    http://www.flawlessreflectionsautodetailing.com/
    Likes RaysWay, Migue, grungy, Angus, The Guz and 4 others liked this post

  8. #8

    Join Date
    Sep 2014
    Location
    OH
    Posts
    395
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    #3: Detailing your transportation vehicle can prevent injury and accidents. How many times have you had an empty bottle roll under your brake pedal while driving? How often can you remember driving and being anxious because your visibility was impaired directly due to an uncleaned windshield inside and out, especially at night during a storm?
    My family van requires that I clean it once per week, otherwise it becomes cluttered and un-safe.
    Likes RaysWay, LEDetailng, Stokdgs, Mary B liked this post

  9. #9
    Migue's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Location
    TX
    Posts
    1,502
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    It`s therapy and increases your knowledge about detail-related things. A clean ride boosts morale and happiness IMO, just like having a clean work space or Home and let`s not forget how enjoyable it is to drive a clean shiny ride that catches people`s eyes.
    Likes RaysWay, LEDetailng, Stokdgs, KBsToy, aceone liked this post

  10. #10
    Marc08EX's Avatar
    Join Date
    Sep 2010
    Location
    AZ
    Posts
    1,165
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    3.) It`s A Way For Your Mind To Focus And Forget All Problems And Worries

    When you are not doing anything or have free time for your mind to wander, sometimes it thinks about all the problems, stress, and worries you have in life. When you are detailing, you are forcing yourself to focus at the task in hand. This will help alleviate all the problems and worries you have in the world. Yeah it doesn`t really solve the problem but it helps your mind and body relax for that short bit of time. Any little bit helps.

    2011 SEMA Meguiar`s Car Crazy Showcase Team
    Thanks KBsToy, Mary B thanked for this post

  11. #11
    mnehls86's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2013
    Location
    Southern Ca.
    Posts
    1,543
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    3) Responsibility.
    I`m sure most of us prefer to work on cars early in the morning while it is cooler outside. Getting up early usually means, not drinking as much the night before, going to bed at a decent time and most of the time when I`m outside finished washing the car, I am more likely to start to clean up other areas around the house or yard. Plus it takes time and commitment to keep your car clean.

  12. #12

    Join Date
    Nov 2009
    Location
    Central TX
    Posts
    1,081
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    OK, Richy has a point. I`d say #3 is fooling the crowd - my Expedition does not look like an 07 to most folks. Fountain of Youth!
    Learning tips and tricks from fellow board members since 2009
    Likes richy, RaysWay, Stokdgs, 4u2nvinmtl, aceone liked this post

  13. #13
    milky's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2004
    Posts
    414
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    It`s cheaper (well...) and more satisfying than going to a shrink �� Allows you to set aside that time for yourself and reap both tangible (that clean feeling, and that gloss ) and intangible (satisfaction) rewards. In general, its also for basic hygiene and for health reasons- you take a bath and spend time looking after yourself- you spend a good duration of your time in a vehicle that could be hazardous to your and your loved ones` health, negates that principle. A well looked after ride is so much worth the peace of mind it brings ��
    Likes RaysWay, Stokdgs, 4u2nvinmtl, aceone liked this post

  14. #14
    DETAILED TODAY? PA DETAILER's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2004
    Location
    PA
    Posts
    5,626
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    Therapy After a long week at work. Get`s you outside on a beautiful summer morning!! For me its 5:30 AM
    2018 Chevy Colorado ZR2
    www.autiopia.org
    Likes RaysWay, texasgibby, aceone liked this post

  15. #15

    Join Date
    Jun 2014
    Location
    Indiana
    Posts
    87
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: 8 Reaons To Detail Your Ride (Hidden Giveaway)

    The Worry Free Zone! When you are zoned in on washing and detailing you don`t have a care in the world. Just you and the car.
    Likes RaysWay, Stokdgs, KBsToy, aceone liked this post
    Thanks Mary B thanked for this post

 

 
Page 1 of 8 12345678 LastLast

Thread Information

Users Browsing this Thread

There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. (0 members and 1 guests)

Similar Threads

  1. New ride first detail
    By beachbuggy in forum Auto Detailing 101
    Replies: 19
    Last Post: 10-20-2014, 07:15 PM
  2. new morning, new ride, new detail
    By PA DETAILER in forum The Detailers Showcase
    Replies: 23
    Last Post: 08-22-2012, 10:31 AM
  3. New ride, New detail
    By budman3 in forum The Detailers Showcase
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 10-24-2005, 09:07 PM
  4. Reasons i like to detail
    By Heartsrundry in forum Auto Detailing 101
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 05-24-2004, 12:55 AM

Tags for this Thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •