One of our long-standing customers recently acquired this new-to-him Jaguar F-Type R and brought it to our shop. The vehicle is stunning in terms of its power and design, but, unfortunately in this case, the exterior was in a lackluster condition. In particular, swirl marks and overspray plagued the vehicle. Swirl marks are a collection of […]
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Can This Paint Live Again? Rejuvenating a 1940 Chevrolet Deluxe
A lot happened in 1940: The first McDonald’s hamburger stand opened in Pasadena, CA; Charlie Chaplin’s “The Great Dictator” hit the box offices; the Battle of Britain marked Hitler’s first defeat in World War II; Franklin Delano Roosevelt was elected for his third term as President of the United States; and, of course,Chevrolet announced a […]
Where Should I Apply Paint Protection Film? | One Vulnerable Part of Your Vehicle You Might Not Be Considering
Paint Protection Film (or Clear Bra) provides unmatched protection for your vehicle’s exterior. Here at Exclusive Detail, we specialize in applying Paint Protection Film to various parts of a car, SUV, or truck. Some car owners want their whole vehicle covered in Paint Protection Film, providing an invisible layer of armor across all surfaces. Others […]
Why Paint Protection Film? Four Reasons You Should Protect Your Car With Clear Bra
Your brand new vehicle is stunning. The engine is powerful; the interior is spotless; and the perfection of the paint takes your breath away. Here is the sad truth: Every time you turn the key in the ignition and pull out of the driveway you expose your car’s flawless finish to unrelenting punishment. Before you […]
Project: Tesla Model X Paint Protection & Window Coating
Last week we had the privilege of caring for a brand new Tesla Model X in Charlotte, NC. Here are the phases of work we did on this vehicle to ensure a stunning appearance and stalwart protection. Decontaminate Our decontamination phase included three steps. First, we sprayed the exterior with Optimum FerreX, a solution that […]
Fabric Convertible Roof Protection
Our new car protection includes protection of the leather and fabric along with painted surfaces. In the attached image the roof of a Porsche Boxter S is being protected to shed water and contaminants that would bond to it, thereby reducing it’s lifetime. This protectant also contains UV inhibitors that will help to keep this […]
2017 Porsche Receives Our Exclusive New Car Protection Package
We had the thrill of protecting this Porsche Macan GTS this past week. This included the installation of XPEL Ultimate Paint Protection Film to protect against rock chips and other contaminants, LLumar ceramic window tint to protect against glare and harmful UVA and UVB rays while keeping the car 51% cooler, and to top it […]
Driving is Linked To More Skin Cancers On The Left Side Of The Body
Nearly 53 percent of skin cancers in the US occur on the left, or drivers’, side of the body, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. The distribution pattern supports the theory that automobile drivers in the US are exposed to more ultraviolet (UV) radiation on the left, […]
Ford Mustang Gets XPEL Ultimate Paint Protection Film Applied for North American Motorsports Expo
The sixth generation Ford Mustang was introduced as a 2015 model year vehicle, marking the fiftieth anniversary of the Ford Mustang, which was revealed as a 1965 model year vehicle on April 17, 1964. This Mustang marks several firsts for the model; it is the first Ford Mustang to be marketed and sold globally, the […]
Opti-Coat Applied to Black Honda Ridgeline
Any new vehicle is a valuable investment and should be protected as such, cars and trucks alike. Tom wanted the best for his new black Honda Ridgeline, so he chose to have us apply Opti-Coat Pro to the vehicle. Black vehicles show up paint damage, such as scratches and chips, a lot more clearly than […]
Keeping Your Vehicle Looking Like New | The Role of Routine Maintenance
Every two weeks we have the joy of keeping this Portfolio edition Jaguar XJ L beautiful. It’s always in good form thanks to it’s bi-weekly cleaning. Having your car washed and waxed at regular intervals saves you from having to spend money on extensive detailing at a later time. Black cars and red cars specifically […]
Restoring the Shine of a Classic Porsche
It is a great honor and pleasure to be the owner of a beautiful, classic vehicle. However, your joy in ownership is significantly diminished when the exterior of your classic car is in lackluster condition. This 1974 Porsche 911S came to us in great form for its age, but its Bali blue paint was starting to dim. Through […]
The Downfall of Black Cars: Swirls and Scratches and How to Fix Them
Many of our clients with black cars are concerned about fine scratches and swirl marks in their car’s paint finish. This can be caused by several factors, such as improper washing technique, filthy or worn rags, dirty wash solution, and improper waxing or polishing techniques. To reduce the risk of these variables we wash all […]
Scratches on Your Brand New Vehicle? How We Made a Camaro SS Look Better Than New
With only 3600 miles on his new ride, Charles was a bit disappointed when he noticed some scratches on the hood of his car. He turned to us to have this issue resolved and to return the car to its former beauty. Not only were we able to address his concerns with the hood, we […]
