2002 Honda S2000
The Honda S2000 doesn't need an introduction. It is hands down the highest hp/lb of any motor. Recently repainted a striking yellow metal flake, it looked as though this one had been through many car wash bays in it's time. The new owner gave us a call and here is the photo story.

 


The Process


--Meguire's Gold Class car soap
--Microfiber Chenille Washmitt

Wheels and Tires:
--P21S Gel Wheel Cleaner
--Detail Brush
--Boars Hair Brush

Engine Bay/Door Shuts:
--P21S Total Auto Wash for door shuts and engine bay.
-Meguiars Boars Hair Brush
--detail paint brush for tight areas.

--Clay Magic's Claybar and Meguire's Final Inspection for lubrication.

--Citrus based adhesive remover on lower rockers and rear bumper to remove road tar.

Paint:
--Menzerna Powergloss
--Meguire's Fine Cut
--Meguire's NXT wax

Trim
--Stoner Rubber Care
--Stoner Trim Spray

Convertible
--303 Aerospace Protectant

Pads:
--3M wool polish pad
--3M black convoluted foam pad (sided)
--Cyclo wax pads

--Ultra Plush Detailing Microfiber Towels

--Milwauke HD Polisher 5440 0-2800 RPM
--Cyclo Twin head Dual Orbital - Final Polish

Glass:
--RainX
--Stoner Invisible Glass

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Starting to resurface clearcoat, after cleaning & conditioning convertible top.
(Protecting it from potential splatter)

Alarm would go off if drivers door was shut!

After waxing with Cyclo polisher.

Finished Product.

 

A recap:
New owner in 2008.
Completely repainted car approx 3 years ago. Excellent metal flake yellow color.
Massive swirls.
Now ready for local car shows.