My 280 sl

[Kgear]

Here's my 280 sl after a full detail. Wash, paint cleaner, clay, wax.

 

[DJ Azmatik]

Thats a clean job. What was your procedure? Is that original paint?

 

[Kgear]

Thanks.... it's not original paint but it is at least 7 years old.



It has been a weekend driver since it was painted by the previous owner so it hasn't been exposed to the elements very often.



It was sitting in a my mechanic's shop for some restoration work since December. So it has 5 months of repair-shop dirt and grime on it.



My procedure was first to wash and dry it with Griot's car wash. Then I used Griot's "Paint Prep" to clean off any old wax or dirt that it picked up. Then I clayed it (again, with Griot's clay).



Finally, I used Griot's Best of Show wax. Then I did the windows, chrome, tires, and used some stainless steel cleaner for the stainless steel wheel covers.



It looks great now .... but boy am I tired.



As you can tell, I really like Griot's products. They are expensive but I find them to be good quality. I haven't experimented much since I started using them because I like the results.

 

[imported_Bence]

 

[EricZ]

Nice detail and sweet car. I love those older SLs.

 

[tom p.]

The car looks great. You should add some more flattering pictures. It's not often we get to admire these machines!

 

[Kgear]

Thanks, here are a couple of others ...

 

[Scottwax]

Beautiful car! I really like the older SLs, really a classy looking car.



Nice job on the detail as well! :up

 

[Scottwax]

Thanks, there are a couple eof others in my profile.. noty sure how to get them into this post

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