Washed my car for the first time since I got it… Dealing with matte paint makes it tricky but worth it.
I cleaned up my K5 right after driving it off the lot… It’s crazy how many spots they missed even though they spent like 3 hours “detailing” it.
BRANDON said:
I cleaned up my K5 right after driving it off the lot… It’s crazy how many spots they missed even though they spent like 3 hours “detailing” it.
Yeah, I never trust a dealer’s cleaning job. Can’t take mine to the regular car wash because of the matte paint, and the weather’s been awful here in Jersey. Yesterday was the first decent day I could actually wash it properly.
@theresabostick
I’m in Jersey too… Took advantage of the nice weather and gave mine a proper clean. That matte finish of yours looks amazing, by the way.
BRANDON said:
@theresabostick
I’m in Jersey too… Took advantage of the nice weather and gave mine a proper clean. That matte finish of yours looks amazing, by the way.
Thanks! I was kinda annoyed when I found out I couldn’t just hit the regular car wash, but honestly, I prefer doing it myself. Those guys always miss spots and leave dirt behind anyway.
@theresabostick
Just sharing a pic of my setup… This stuff works wonders.
Lilyharper said:
@theresabostick
Just sharing a pic of my setup… This stuff works wonders.
Haha, I’ve got my Chemical Bros stuff already, but I appreciate the tip .
@theresabostick
Yeah, washing it yourself is way better. Once you get the hang of it, you avoid messing up the paint. Keep at it, dude.
Dealers always do a sloppy job… They missed whole sections on mine, and the dust was so obvious it’s ridiculous.
alexander said:
Dealers always do a sloppy job… They missed whole sections on mine, and the dust was so obvious it’s ridiculous.
Found bits of plastic wrap still stuck on the interior… Seriously, how lazy can they be?
@theresabostick
Haha, yeah, same here! Though, I left the plastic on the passenger side floor because it’s kinda helpful for keeping scuff marks away from shoes.
Looks really good now .
Lilyharper said:
Looks really good now .
Appreciate it, man. Put some effort into making it look right.
Lilyharper said:
Looks really good now!
Appreciate it, man. Put some effort into making it look right.
You should get it tinted… Driving around like a goldfish in a bowl is no fun.
@Lilyharper
For real. Bright lights at night feel like getting flashbanged.
@Lilyharper
Never been a fan of tinting. It’s a lease anyway, so why bother?
theresabostick said:
@Lilyharper
Never been a fan of tinting. It’s a lease anyway, so why bother?
Haha, fair enough. But if you ever change your mind, tints actually help keep the car cool and protect the interior from sun damage.
@Lilyharper
Yeah, but like I said… It’s their problem when the lease is up. Not losing sleep over it.
theresabostick said:
@Lilyharper
Yeah, but like I said… It’s their problem when the lease is up. Not losing sleep over it.
Fair point, I guess. Just enjoy the ride, man.
The matte silver looks amazing .