2009 BMW M3
An incredible vehicle in it's own right and one of the fastest full production cars on the planet. Unfortunately, the dark colored BMW's of late have a very soft clear coat.

 


The Process

--Chemical Guys Maxi Suds II
--Chemical Guys Citrus Wash + Gloss
--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

--Followed by 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 PO91E Intensive Polish
--Menzerna Nano Polish
--Menzerna Glaze
--Jetseal 109 Paint Sealant
--Chemical Guys 5050 Wax

Pads:
--Lake Country foam pads
--Orange - White - Gray - Blue

--Ultra Plush Detailing Microfiber Towels

--Milwauke HD Polisher 5440 0-2800 RPM
--Porter Cable 7424 Dual Action Orbital
--Cyclo Twin head Dual Orbital - Final Polish

Glass:
--RainX
--Stoner Invisible Glass

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M3

M3

The White Spots are part of the paint finish. Multi-dimensional metal flake.
The swirls were original from pre-delivery to the owner.

M3 Swirls

Polishing the right way with Lake Country Pads, Menzerna Nano Polish and a variable speed Orbital polisher.

Polishing M3

Polishing with Menzerna

Reflection. White dots are polish spatter resting on the hood.

Menzerna Polish M3

Always tape off for protection.

Tape Off M3

Proper Orbital Polishing technique.

Proper Polish Technique Menzerna

The Chemical Guys' special 5050 wax.

Chemical Guys 5050 Wax Procedure

Reflection.

Reflection Chemical Guys 5050 Wax

Reflection Chemical Guys 5050 Wax