View Full Version : Auto Obsessed Restorative Detail - Ferrari F430 Spider
AutoObsessed
08-25-2012, 05:54 PM
Auto Obsessed performed one of their most extensive restoration details on this Black F430 Spider. The engine bay, exhaust tips and interior was extensively detailed while the paint saw a complete 2 and 3 step correction.
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_0419-Edit.jpg
A quick look at vehicle revealed its condition:
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We began this detail with the wheels, P21s Wheel Cleaner Gel was used:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8122.jpg
W99 was used to clean the wheel wells:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8123.jpg
P21s Polishing Soap was used to remove the initial grime from the exhaust tips:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8119.jpg
P21s Total Auto Wash was used to clean the engine bay:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8124.jpg
AutoObsessed
08-25-2012, 05:55 PM
S100 Total Cycle Cleaner was used on the throttle bodies:
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With the wheels, exhaust tips and engine bay cleaned it was time to move on to the exterior. The vehicle was foamed and washed with Citrus Wash n Gloss:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8113.jpg
The ragtop was cleaned using Raggtopp Cleaner and a Horsehair Brush:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8133.jpg
After the vehicle was dried, we began taking paint thickness measurements to understand the overall condition of the paint. Some areas were extremely healthy:
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While select panels suggested extreme care had to be exercised:
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Before:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8156.jpg
After:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8157.jpg
Before:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8172.jpg
After:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8163.jpg
AutoObsessed
08-25-2012, 05:56 PM
Before:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8174.jpg
After:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8175.jpg
With the paint correction completed, work began on the finer details. The wheel wells were dressed with Chemical Guys Bare Bones:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8263.jpg
The exhaust tips undergone a complete transformation:
Before:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8271.jpg
After:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8272.jpg
The engine bay was detailed and the muffler was polished:
Before:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8548.jpg
50/50:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8545.jpg
After:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_0342.jpg
The ragtop was coated with Gtechniq I1 Smart Fabric:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8148.jpg
In addition, the rear window plastic was oxidized and required a quick restoration:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8565.jpg
50/50:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8577.jpg
After (notice the clarity restored):
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8566_1.jpg
AutoObsessed
08-25-2012, 05:58 PM
With the exterior detail completed it was time for the interior. The leather contained staining in which Swissvax Leather Cleaner removed:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8254.jpg
Before:
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After:
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Plastic wrap was found throughout the interior's trim left behind from the factory and dealership and the owner requested that we remove them. Because the carpet was wraped in plastic prior to the interior's assembly, the trim had to be removed to completely remove the plastic:
An example:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8490.jpg
Disassembly of trim:
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Plastic removed:
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Carpets were then vacuumed:
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Sill plates were polished, 50/50:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8504.jpg
Completed:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8510.jpg
AutoObsessed
08-25-2012, 05:59 PM
The headrests of the seats rubbed against the painted panel directly behind it, this area was polished:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8474.jpg
After:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8475.jpg
Finaly, Swissvax Crystal Rock was applied to the paint:
http://www.autoobsessed.com/shop/images/AO_pictures/F430b/IMG_8685.jpg
The finished product:
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Maxx Mazda
08-26-2012, 09:39 PM
Wow. Just wow.
JustinMCS
08-26-2012, 09:59 PM
Amazing!
Would anyone else be upset if after spending that much on a car, Ferrari left plastic wrap around the car?!
RickDaTuner
08-27-2012, 08:53 PM
Originally posted by JustinMCS
Amazing!
Would anyone else be upset if after spending that much on a car, Ferrari left plastic wrap around the car?! Most if not all the super cars I've worked on are like that. Some owners even prefer to leave the plastic in, as it prevents wear and helps hold the value when it comes time for re-sale.
AudiPWR
08-27-2012, 08:55 PM
Looks like the owner drys his car with a bloody hand towel... It will probably look back to what it was in a couple weeks... Good job though!
Disoblige
08-27-2012, 09:05 PM
Originally posted by AudiPWR
Looks like the owner drys his car with a bloody hand towel... It will probably look back to what it was in a couple weeks..
Haha, that's very possible.
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But yes, wow. Thanks for the detailed post. Thoroughly enjoyed reading/looking at the pics. :thumbsup:
Just wished you had a bay in Calgary and offered detailing services. :(
Originally posted by JustinMCS
Amazing!
Would anyone else be upset if after spending that much on a car, Ferrari left plastic wrap around the car?!
I would. After seeing this I'm not so impressed with Ferrari craftmanship. Why is the rear window plastic and not glass? Weight reduction?
K3RMiTdot
08-27-2012, 09:25 PM
troy you guys do it again
AutoObsessed
09-04-2012, 09:29 PM
Thank you for all the comments.
Glad you appreciate the postings and hope that they are informativefor those that are interested.
ringmaster
09-04-2012, 11:11 PM
Pics look awesome but that is just downright disappointing that there would be overlooked details from the factory in a car of this caliber and price. Plastic wrapping poking out of the trim and the design flaw of the headrests rubbing is not cool.
RickDaTuner
09-04-2012, 11:53 PM
Originally posted by ringmaster
Pics look awesome but that is just downright disappointing that there would be overlooked details from the factory in a car of this caliber and price. Plastic wrapping poking out of the trim and the design flaw of the headrests rubbing is not cool.
Welcome to Ferrari build quality! GM has higher standard that some previous ferrari models. It's only unit recently that they have been stepping up the quality control on fit and finish.
But the plastic in the cabin has more to do with the dealership who delivered the car and the initial purchasers preferences
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