2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP Car Detailing
We began with a comprehensive exterior wash, from the wheels and wheel wells to the exhaust tips, door jambs, and engine bay. With the vehicle thoroughly cleansed, we followed up with iron decontamination and advanced chemical treatments to remove tar and other stubborn surface impurities.
The paintwork was marred by heavy swirls and scratches, so we carried out an intensive two-stage correction to restore a smooth, mirror-like finish. To protect the newly perfected surface, we applied a layer of Swissvax OBSSSSD.
Inside the cabin, every surface was carefully detailed. The leather was conditioned to preserve its softness and rich texture, while the convertible top was deep-cleaned and treated with a hydrophobic solution to ward off future staining.
Every element was brought to perfection using the finest techniques and premium products. The vehicle was then unveiled to the client in pristine condition inside the Auto Obsessed Clean Room.
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Model: Solstice GXP
Make: Pontiac
Year: 2007
What was done
Exterior Car Wash
Whether a vehicle is driven everyday or just parked in a garage, dirt and dust contaminants will fall onto the surface. This layer of dirt dulls the appearance of the vehicle. If you contact or rub dirty paint, it can mar or become scratched. Not desirable! We thoroughly washed this vehicle to ensure the contaminants were safely removed. Auto Obsessed detailers use automotive shampoos that are specifically formulated to encapsulate and lift the dirt off the vehicle without marring the paint and glass. Our exterior wash service includes the exterior body, door jambs, engine bay, exhaust, wheels, and wheel wells / fender liners.
Decontamination Car Wash
An initial car wash will not be able to remove contaminants that are bonded or embedded in the paint. With this decontamination stage, iron particles (which appear as small brown rust spots), tar splatter, tree sap, water spots, paint overspray, and other contaminants were removed using a combination of chemicals and or natural/synthetic detailing clay bar. After a decontamination car wash, the paint is ready to be corrected with a polishing stage, or finished with protective film, ceramic coatings, carnauba waxes, or sealants.
Paint Correction
The skilled art of paint correction polishing, sometimes known as “buffing”, is the detailing process that makes the most dramatic change in how a car or truck looks. Blemishes and damage on the paint make a vehicle’s paintwork appear dull, flawed, and aged. Paint correction removes scratches, swirl marks, water spots, etchings, fading, and oxidation. The damaged surface layer is polished away to make the paint smooth and perfectly reflective again. After polishing, this paint was in perfect condition. At this point, the vehicle is ready for paint protection film to be installed, or for a ceramic coating, sealant, or carnauba wax to be applied
Interior Detailing
Our interior detailing services are customizable. Client requests can range from a simple low-level interior detail to a complete restorative interior service. Auto Obsessed detailers thoroughly go through all areas of the interior to clean and detail. The result is that the vehicle’s fabrics, leather, plastic and metal trim, controls, gauges, glass, carpet, and luggage areas all look as close to new as possible. Look at these interior photos. This clean, fresh interior now looks like a very nice place to spend time. When we do an interior detail for new cars, the interior is brought up to the level that a new car should look when it’s delivered.
Leather Cleaning and Protection
Leather seats, arm rests, and steering wheels get dirty with skin oils and grime. Dirty leather looks shiny, hard, and worn. It ages the interior before its time! Leather upholstery is a luxury option. We cleaned and conditioned this leather to restore a soft, luxurious feeling in this cabin. Note how the hard-looking shine on the leather is gone. The leather has been brought back to its original matte look. This leather looks luxurious again! The cleaning and conditioning improved its look. The protection from the conditioning will make the leather last longer, and make it easier to clean in the future.
Carnauba Wax
We applied a layer of natural carnauba wax as a last step for this detail. Note how the carnauba wax gives the paint a warm glow, with gorgeous gloss and depth of color. Auto Obsessed uses the best car wax, we source boutique-quality carnauba waxes for the most beautiful look and strong durability.
2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP - Auto Obsessed Top Cleaning and Protection
Cleaning and protecting 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP - Auto Obsessed tops make them easier to maintain and keeps them looking new. We cleaned and applied a protectant to this fabric 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP - Auto Obsessed top. First, a gentle cleaning with products and tools designed for 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP - Auto Obsessed tops. After the top was completely dry, we inspected it to ensure there weren’t any areas that needed further cleaning. Before applying the 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP - Auto Obsessed top treatment, we covered and taped the paint and glass to protect those surfaces from overspray. The protectant will repel water and dirt, which helps prevent damage from the elements and helps prevent mold and mildew. The owner will enjoy 1-2 years of protection before having to reapply.
Finishing Touches
After we have completed the detailing services that were requested, it is time for inspection in the Auto Obsessed Clean Room. The highly lit room with the white walls, floor, and ceiling allows us to inspect under the most unforgiving conditions so we can make any final touches needed. By doing the finishing touches we are confirming your vehicle meets our standards but exceeds yours through completing a full vehicle walkaround, checking all the areas worked on. The finishing touches adds yet another level of detail to your vehicle from dressing the tires to making your vehicle windows crystal clear or ensuring your vehicle’s shine and protection.
