Detail by mshu7: My '05 Mazda3

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Hey all, I've been working on winterizing my '05 Mazda3 for the past couple weeks. The only before picture I have is of one of the wheels. The OEM pads dust a lot so I thought it'd be good to see before/after shots. Also, I did a half/half shot of the drivers seat. One half is before and one half is after an application of Meg's Detailer Line Leather Cleaner & Conditioner.



You'll notice that some pictures are in sun and some are not. I took pictures (3 different times) over a 2-day period so that's why there is a difference.



Process:

-Wash w/NXT

-Clay w/Meg's Clay & DP 4-in-1 as lube

-Polish with PB SSR1 & white LC pad

-Klasse AIO

-Klasse SG x2

-PB Natty's Blue x2

-Meg's High Endurance for tires

-PB Wheel Sealant

-Meg's NXT Glass Cleaner

-Meg's Quick Interior Detailer

-Meg's Detailer Line Leather Cleaner & Conditioner

-ClearKote Quik Shine for final wipe-down



Wheel Before:

Wheel_01.jpg




Wheel After:

Wheel_02.jpg




Leather Half & Half:

Interior_01.jpg




Rest:

Front_Left_03.jpg




Rear_Left_03.jpg




Front_Left_CU_01.jpg




Front_01.jpg
 
man I love that car...I really wish I had looked at it more when I was buying my car.. So much better looking than a camry. I would get mine exactly like that one, but with the rust color.



looks incredible too! nice job, hope you enjoy!
 
Thanks guys, I really appreciate all the compliments.



I just wish there wasn't so much light coming through the windshield on the interior pic. I might try it again when it's a little darker outside.



I have to thank Justin for recommending the leather cleaner/conditioner from Meg's Detailer line. I've been thoroughly impressed with it.



Again, thanks for all the compliments!!!
 
The car looks amazing... I like those 3's so much better than the VW GTI (as shown in another recent post). These cars have so much more style, they look great...especially nice and clean!
 
Thanks guys, I really appreciate it!



abbeysdad, I'll check out some OP for sure....HAHA!!! :)



gballjr13, I like the 3's as well (of course, i'm biased). When I first saw one, I knew I had to have one. It's really one of the "best bang for your buck" cars out there. There are some unique options not typically found on compact cars (projector HID's, NAV (which I unfortunately didn't get), clear LED tails, 17" wheels, rain sensing wipers, etc.). With the hatch, I have a ton of cargo space. To top off the sexy look, it is a BLAST to drive, especially with the 5-spd. manual.
 
mshu7 said:
I just wish there wasn't so much light coming through the windshield on the interior pic. I might try it again when it's a little darker outside.
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Chances are, that large amount of light is why the picture turned out so well. If you didn't have a lot of light like that, the camera would probably select a slower shutter speed and you'd get a blurred photo (unless you set the camera on the rear deck or something to avoid movement).



Very nice pics. I love the shift knob...which is why I bought one for my Protege. :)
 
Hey thanks White95Max! You have a point about the light coming through the windshield. When I took the picture, I was actually standing behind the vehicle with the back hatch open. I put the camera on the top of the back seat to keep it steady. I want to get some night pics like that so I'll see what I can come up with.



Thanks!
 
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