Our Process: Step By Step
Audi Q4 E-Tron In Ballycastle: Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
This client reached out to us, frustrated with how dirty their car was, as well as the poor condition of the paint for it's age.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
After having a discussion with them, we recommended our Factory Fresh Package, based on the client's budget, needs and expectations.
Being a mobile detailing service, we were able to complete the whole job at the client's place of business, near Ballycastle.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
This service included a decon wash, one-stage machine polish and interior deep clean. In addition to this, the client opted to go with our flagship two-year ceramic coating to keep the car well protected from dirt and the elements.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
After a thorough wash, the car was decontaminated with iron and tar remover, as well as clay bar. This process removes what a regular wash can't, dirt embedded within the paint, not just on it. This is especially important to remove when ceramic coating, so that the coating has a bare surface to bond to.
Once all of this was done, we dried the car off to begin the polishing process.
Audi Q4 E-Tron (Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating)
Our single-stage polishing aims to remove the majority of paint defects while restoring a deep glossy finish.
Despite only being a couple of years old, this car had heavy swirl marks, dulling the finish. This is often caused by poor wash techniques at cheap car washes. Using a variety of high-quality tools and polishing compounds, as well as professional techniques, we removed these swirl marks, bringing the paint back to life.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
Once the whole car had been polished, we applied the ceramic coating, first using an alcohol-based panel wipe to remove any polishing oils, leaving a bare surface for the coating to bond to.
The coating leaves behind an ultra slick finish, making water bead off and helping prevent dirt from sticking to the paint. Other benefits include prevention of chemical staining and sun-fading.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
While waiting for the coating to cure, we began work on the interior. Being a deep clean, we were very thorough, first vacuuming the whole car, before gently cleaning the leather seats. After that, we cleaned the floor mats, trim and glass using a combination of steam and high-quality chemicals.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
Once the interior was finished, we added a few final touches, applying a tyre dressing and a ceramic sealant to the wheels, before taking our final photos.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
The results are stunning, transforming from the dirty car that had the owner frustrated to sit in it, to the better-than-new, clean and glossy finish.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
With the added ceramic coating, it not only looks the part, but is now easier to clean and protected from the elements for years to come.
Audi Q4 E-Tron | Ballycastle | Factory Fresh + 2-Year Ceramic Coating
With the job complete, we handed the keys back to the delighted owner, leaving them feeling like their car was new again.