Detailer's Domain: Maserati Grand Turismo

Discussion in 'Professional Detailer's Studio' started by detailersdomain, Jul 5, 2009.

  1. detailersdomain

    detailersdomain Administrator

    This was a clean car that needed full exterior detail and full interior detail. We also cleaned up the engine for this one. The customer took great care of the car so our work wasn't too bad it was mostly attention to the details.

    A brief history on this Mas...(from the Maserati website)

    A Modern Coupé Designed By Pininfarina

    The Maserati GranTurismo is the first modern, two-door, four-seater coupé that delivers much more than its sensual beauty initially suggests. Pininfarina latest creation was destined for greatness right from its debut at the 2007 Geneva Motorshow. The car can trace its heritage right back to the very first GranTurismo produced by Maserati, the 1947 A6 1500 GT Pininfarina and it also incorporates the innovation and impact of the Birdcage 75th, the futuristic concept car that, in 2005, suggested the lines for future Maserati models.

    For over sixty years Maserati has been a leading constructor of luxury automobiles. The marque is renowned for its high performance, comfort and overall safety. The GranTurismo does not stray from this tradition thanks to its distinct personality, its perfect blend of power and elegance, its adventurous design and surprising practicality.

    The muscular and aerodynamic shape has been carefully studied down to the smallest details and is the fruit of extensive wind tunnel testing. This build quality is continued in the mechanical components: the V8 engine has all the characteristics of a competition-level power unit. It was developed to respond instantly to the accelerator and reward with previously unheard of driving pleasure.

    The GranTurismo scores top marks when it comes to style, technology and craftsmanship, characteristics that have been recognised by its winning numerous international ‘Best Car’ awards. This is testimony to the competence, professionalism and attention to detail that makes each Maserati truly unique.

    Products used:
    Exterior:
    Adam's All Purpose Cleaner
    Uber Boar's Hair Wash Brush 7 inch
    Swissvax Yellow Clay Bar and Optimum Instant Detail Spray and Gloss Enhancer
    Einszett Spray Wax
    P21S Finish Restorer Metal Polish (on the tips)
    Menzerna PO85RD
    Swissvax Cleaner Fluid
    Swissvax Divine

    Wheels and tires:
    Uber Tire/Wheel/Wheel Well Kit

    Interior and Glass
    Leather Master Rapid S
    Leather Master Protection Cream
    Einszett Cockpit
    Lusso Glass Polish
    Einszett Plastic/Vinyl Cleaner
    Adam's Carpet Upholstery Cleaner

    Tools:
    Infratech 5300
    Makita 9227 Hi Speed Rotary
    The Uber Foam Pads (5.5inch)
    Tons of "Uber" Microfiber Towels
    Uber Drying Towels

    Brushes
    Metro Vac

    Again this detail was done 2 weeks back where we didn't have sun until the customer picked up, I washed the car while it was raining as we were pressed for time.

    I'll start with the interior clean up. Take a look.

    Carpets weren't too bad however there was some coffee spills take a look, nothing Adam's Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner could not fix
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    P21S Total Autowash to clean up the bugs /tar/trim
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    P21S Wheel Cleaner Gel
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    Adam's All Purpose Cleaner in the Foam Canon to strip everything off.
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    Claying the Mas
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  2. Stems

    Stems Birth of a Detailer

    Looks great so far, that leather looks amazing!
     
  3. RNickolas

    RNickolas Obsessive Detailer

    tease! I love the Grand Turismos, I will own one someday!
     
  4. kei169

    kei169 Wax on..Wax off

    looking forward to read the rest!
     
  5. detailersdomain

    detailersdomain Administrator

    updated guys..
     
  6. detaildoc

    detaildoc Guest

    Looks great. Man, that interior is super red.
     
  7. detailersdomain

    detailersdomain Administrator

    thanks silver doesn't show anything but this car was pretty much mint...needed to get cleaned up for the summer.
     
  8. RNickolas

    RNickolas Obsessive Detailer

    why didnt you put a sealant under divine to get more flake pop?
     
  9. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    Another great job Phil.
     
  10. Nica

    Nica Banned

    Oooooh gorgeous vehicle, love the interior of these vehicles not to mention the exterior lines :druling:

    Job well done :applause:
     
  11. Asphalt Rocket

    Asphalt Rocket Nuba Guru

    You don't do that to a wax like Divine. It can hold it's own. I personally don't understand why people put a sealant under wax anyway, it just takes away what the wax can fully do.

    Phil, the silver looks great.
     
  12. nf3d0149ab

    nf3d0149ab Any Rag Vehicle Washer

    I love this car...great job as usual!
     
  13. P1et

    P1et Official DB Moderator

    Gorgeous machine to say the least!
     
  14. FMINUS

    FMINUS DB Pro Supporter

    Sweet car.. AMAZING detail@
     
  15. Nikku

    Nikku Jedi Nuba

    Drool Phil ! I love that car although I do prefer the black exterior however the interior is just gorgeous :)

    Curvacious !
     
  16. RNickolas

    RNickolas Obsessive Detailer


    I've always been under the impression for light cars or cars with flake to use a sealant to get the most out of the flakes, so i meant just the sealant rather than topping the sealant. But I understand the concept of "selling" a detail with an uber high end wax.

    as for Divine, I hardly see details with it that show flake pop so i figured it muted the flake.


    Anyways excellent job phil on my future car!
     
  17. detailersdomain

    detailersdomain Administrator

    thanks!

    to be honest the car didn't really show any flakes after the polishing...maybe I'll try it next time.
     
  18. David Fermani

    David Fermani DB Certified Manufacturer

    Sweet job on a sweet ride - Great work Phil!!!
     
  19. JoeyZ

    JoeyZ Obsessive Detailer

    Car looks familiar. LOL
    Who is that handsome guy driving in the last pic?
     
  20. detailersdomain

    detailersdomain Administrator

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