2002 BMW M3 Convertible - Topaz Blue

[quixotic]

This is the first time using a porter cable. I am somewhat of a perfectionist, so I will readily admit that it needs more work. You can`t tell from the pictures, but there are still swirls to remove. I`d say I got 50-80% depending on the spot. I think I might need some more abrasive pads for next time.



It wasn`t all negative. I was pleasantly surprised by the KAIO, and then made happier by applying NXT 2.0 on top of that. I used Meguiar`s because I had leftovers.





Here`s what I did:

-wash with Meguiar`s Gold Class

-clay with Meguiar`s kit

-polish with Menzerna SIP, 4" ccs orange pad

-polish with Menzerna Nano, 4" ccs white pad

-seal with KAIO, wipe on/off by hand

-wax with Meguiar`s NXT 2.0, 6" ccs red pad



WashClayPolishWax - a set on Flickr





EDIT:

Keep an eye out. I`ll be doing a comparison of Lexol and Leatherique on my back seats, which are nasty dirty... my guess is that I will end up applying Leatherique process over the Lexol cleaned spot anyways

[Mopar]

very nice! Did you end up working on it alone?

[quixotic]

Yes. I did it alone. I had beer though, just in case anyone wanted to stop by

[aj526]

Looks great, I love topaz blue as well.

[danponjican]

Great work quixotic! You may want to read up on this Leather Car Care article on DetailingWiki.com. It covers a lot of these issues with leather cleaners and conditioners.

[Mopar]

Well I didnt hear from you so I figured you didnt need the extra hands lol