Alpina roadster etching removal

[scottbt]

Hi All. Long time since ive done one of these. Last time I played with an alpina variant of the BMW Z4 was quite some time back. Quite a brute and cracking in alpina blue. Trade client was needing this turning over quick sharp. Sadly, this moved into a larger job than firstly perceived. Some many man hours were entailed in gaining what can be aimed at a passable increase in overall finish and appearance. Im sure the pictures will do the talking...































Some serious wash preparation in the usual guise with various brushes and cleaners from the likes of Valetpro, Autosmart, Autobrite direct and so on. Some serious contamination was removed through the de-tar and clay stage. Once finally rinsed, dried and wheeled into the unit. this was brought to my attention...













A vast amount of what seemed to be tree sap etchings in the clearcoat. Not a good look nor good to the vehicles finish. Paintwork was measuring a relatively safe and healthy 120 - 150 microns. Some cutting sets were neccesary to gain removement of these etchings and some serious refinement to gain the needed results. Here is what was achieved...







Quite a vast improvement but the odd speckle remained. Overall imrpovement was achieved and quite well visible.



Wing before...



During...



And after...



As you can see here. Some heavy work and a plentiful amount of compound dust created...













A much needed through foam and wash down to remove all the traces of dust then refine. Usual trim, glass, tyres, engine, arches and so on were cleaned and dressed. LSP of choice was some newly enjoyable toys...



Interior got some much needed love and attention...





And now some gratuitous after pictures...

























Thanks for looking.

[srhutch]

Nice result, how can owners let their cars get in such a state.

[Mafoo]

Scott - good job as always. Fine turnaround.

[gannet]

that was one unloved car

looks one heap load better now though

[playalistic]

Beautiful work as always. Shame on that owner!!!

[powerontap]

Nice result, how can owners let their cars get in such a state.

x2 but agree, nice turnaround you did.

[ga41]

You people would be shocked if you could see my car then. As long as it runs the way i want it to run i dont mind appearances.

Nice work scottbt,

[sp3ctre]

Lovely finish to the outside, although I don't like the way the seats are all shiny now... was that deliberate?

[scottbt]

Cheers all for the great comments. Very much appreciated. Was slightly ill treated yes.

Sp3ctre - Due to lighting and the door being down in the unit, it does seem a touch glossy in the picture but there was only a significant change in appearance and the seats were ever so dry and ill nourished. 2 applicaions of leather feed was applied and then polished down twice with 100% cotton cloth. Was either that or very dry and tired looking seats.