New client with a car for the "weekends".....

[a.k.a. Patrick]

So I get this email from a potential customer saying he needs some work done on his Acura TL. I say not a problem, and ask all the particulars via emails. He sends me this link saying he would also like me to see what I can do for him regarding his "weekend" car. I run to the link andlook at this car, and im like "Wow, thats kind of unique".

I listen to the video clip they have provided, capturing more interest with each minute of video. Well, my 19 yr old son is is just a car (european) freek, catches wind of what im listening to and asks whats up. So I tell him I have a potential client who wants me to detail his Acura, and he wants me to look at his.......

He called me a little bit ago to say hes going to the once monthly car show e have locally, and im invited along with my son for a ride. He REALLY wants his Acura detailed as soon as possible. I think I'll take him up on it tomorrow!

Oh, 0-60, 2.9 seconds.

 

[Old Pirate]

What are you waiting for Patrick? Go for it!!!!!!!!!!!!!:2thumbs:

 

[a.k.a. Patrick]

The Acura is all set up. Tomorrow I get a ride in the Atom, and we'll talk a little bit!!

 

[imported_superswamper]

Man, I love the Ariel Atom.



What a track car. Does he have the supercharged version?

 

[BigAl3]

sweet patrick, i'm sure he won't be dissappointed with your services! :2thumbs:

 

[ZoranC]

Ariel Atom is what I consider order of magnitude above "average" sportscar ouy there. It is on the level of Enzo and similar supercars.



Other one is KTM X-Bow Roadster.

 

[kompressornsc]

There are some good threads on atomclub about detailing them. Apparently, they are not easy becasue of all the open suspension/ drivetrain, etc. A Brammo atom is going to be my next care (sometime)

 

[imported_bigfoot1]

We want pics!

 

[a.k.a. Patrick]

Well I got to meet the owner today, and saw the Atom first hand. As well as speak with a Ferarri owner about his ride. The Atom is pretty spectacular to say the least and will involve quite a bit of time cleaning. I have an appt in two weeks for the Acura, an at that time will probably set aside a whole weekend for the Atom. Any educated guesses as to what one should charge for 2 days of detailing this Atom? I will follow the Atom with some pics of other cars we saw today.......

 

[paul34]

Ariel Atom is what I consider order of magnitude above "average" sportscar ouy there. It is on the level of Enzo and similar supercars.



Other one is KTM X-Bow Roadster.

Definitely! I would GLADLY purchase an Atom before any other "supercar," given the money!



For the price of one supercar you can get multiple Atoms. So why would you ever buy a "supercar" ?

 

[imported_paradigm]

the atom is the fastest of the fast, i believe. check it out: YouTube - BBC Worldwide: Top Gear: Atom

 

[ZoranC]

So why would you ever buy a "supercar" ?

You mean beside status symbol and chick magnet? For top speed.

 

[SpoiledMan]

HONDA power!

 

[ZoranC]

HONDA power!

Anybody noticed that's one of very few "Hondas" that is RWD?

 

[a.k.a. Patrick]

The Atom certainly attracted a crowd in rather short order.............for about a fourth of a "supercar"......

 

[ZoranC]

The Atom certainly attracted a crowd in rather short order.............for about a fourth of a "supercar"......

I've wanted an Atom. However, this is what is now competing for my drool:

 

[a.k.a. Patrick]

Caparo T1! (Typo)

 

[imported_Picus]

Sweet! I'm thinking of doing the Ariel Atom Experience this summer. I can't wait to see you work your magic on this one Patrick.

 

[ZoranC]

Taparo T1!

What is that?

 

[a.k.a. Patrick]

I had a sr moment........Caparo t1