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My name is Ivan Rajic and I am the owner/operator of LUSTR Auto Detail.  I've been on Autopia for a while, but extremely busy to keep up with the forums last few years.  I figured having a single thread to post some featured work would be cool so here it is.   We specialize in paint...

I was lucky enough to detail this beast for an old client of mine. Here are the other cars I've detailed for him... 2009 MB C63... LUSTR Auto Detailing Gallery - Mercedes 2009 C63 AMG 2008 Porsche C4S... LUSTR Auto Detailing Gallery - Porsche 2008 C4S He traded the C4S for a GORGEOUS GT2...

I've spent the past couple weeks doing a little website and business rejuvenation. I've added some color to my website, as well as revamped services, info page, etc. You can see my website through my avatar/profile and I gladly welcome any comments and constructive criticisms. Now onto...

I think this is the right section to post in... I wanted to see what the rest of Autopia thinks about this, as it's something that makes me do a loud *** every other time I see it. I see it online on detailer's websites, in magazine ads for local shops and also on signs in front of a shop...

I figured instead of searching I'd ask for exactly what I'm looking for... that and it's 1am and I'm not in the mood for searching to be honest :) I'm looking for something to allow me to do some carpet/upholstery cleaning when the paint restoration slows down in the winter months. I don't...

Unfortunately this isn't a test with great results, rather a question for those that have experimented with each. I currently use Hi Temp Prep Wash for treating heavily soiled paint before a wash, along with other uses. I like it a lot and it does it's job very well, but ordering only that...

Well I quickly put together some pricing, info, etc. on the new biz that'll be catering to volume accts and lower end detailing spectrum. Very simple (and free) for now but wanted to get something out there. The Detail Spot - Automotive Detailing Services - Home Criticism, advice, etc...

Lately I've been thinking a bit about reorganizing my services page, more precisely the Paint Correction & Maintenance page.... I'm thinking of possibly eliminating the Hand Wash and only offering it to interested regular clients. Another thing I'd like to do is eliminate the Stage II...

Recently, I was asked by a very small local dealer to do some consulting and training on site with intentions that the owner will soon stop spending $300-400 on me to detail every nicer car he gets and his employees, who currently maintain the cars by washing and waxing now and then, will learn...

I'm looking for a wax/sealant that gives the results you get from your local car wash with tons of glazes, etc. but I'd like something not greasy. It might be asking much but having only experienced a few sealants that don't hide pretty much anything and a few waxes that hide very little (P21S...

I don't consider this as bad as the pic stealing Joe of Superior Shine went through (and probably still deals with), but it should stand as reinforcement to keep on the lookout for stealing of pics, ideas, in this case articles, etc... I'm honestly unsure of whether or not this has been...

I've tried and tried but no luck haha I want to change my forum handle to "ivopivo" so any mod on here please do it asap if you can. Thanks, Ivan

How do you guys deal with those clients who simply don't understand the worth of a detail and think it's outrageous when you want to charge $300+ for something they can get for $100-150 at 'another detail shop'? In my 3 years I've been more than lucky to never come across those who price shop...

I'm planning on turning my garage into a wash bay of sorts. The plan is to properly insulate it, drywall everything (this is main because winters in Chicago are rough and my 75k BTU/hr heater can nicely heat it up in 10-15 mins but it's pointless without insulation) then create a curtain system...

Just wanted some thought on this... I originally offered the following services: -Hand Wash -Wash & Wax -Single-step Correction (1 polishing step before wax/sealant) -Multi-step Correction (2+ polishing steps) -Concours Detail -Special services (including interior, headlight...

I'm curious to see how the pros on there, whether those with fixed locations that do some mobile work or mobile detailers, charge for mobile detailing... Is there a distance radius which a certain charge applies? How did you come up with that charge? Etc.

Haven't posted photos in a while but figured you guys would enjoy a few photos of the GT-R I recently detailed... Still working on a full write-up of the detail but here are some photos going on my website... (wasn't able to get good after sun shots and lights on white don't turn out well...

Here's a quick 'how-to' that has worked for me for years now... The instructions given here are what has worked for me for the past 3-4 years and keeps working very well, making the application and removal of KHGSG a breeze and having the long lasting durability it provides. As many have...

First photos I took with an actual camera (not iPhone) and first time I got to clean it up well (not polished, just a good wash here)

Just thought this would be a good idea, based on other similar threads... This is in no way meant as advertising and I hope people keep it that way. I mostly want feedback on my site, from detailers as well as web designers, and want to help others if possible. I've heard many compliments...