MINI Cooper MINI Cooper specs
MINI Cooper MINI Cooper Forums MINI Cooper Pictures
Mark Forums Read MINI Cooper radio MINI Cooper latest news
 

Go Back   North American Motoring > MINIs in General > Detailing 101
Sign in using an external account
Register Forgot Password?

Welcome to North American Motoring !
Welcome to North American Motoring,

You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, at no cost, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, so please join our community today!


» Latest Main Topics
Advertisement

Reply
 
 
 
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
  #1  
Old 11-10-2007, 02:30 PM
gjhsu gjhsu is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 876
Gallery
Freshly epic'd

I decided to try some Prima Epic after reading the generally good reviews on this board. It's some pretty cool stuff! Previously, I had been an NXT user, and while not bad, I just wanted to try something new. The car is all shiny now, haha. Just wanted to share my positive impression.





I've got a "Let's Motor" rear plate frame
__________________
Ordered 8/3/07.... born 8/22/07... bye bye WRX 8/24/07... aboard the Patriot 9/1/07... huzzah! Delivered on 10/2/07. Pics of my MINI

'Jeeves' 2oo7 LiB/W MCS, Manual trans, Sport Package, Sport suspension, LSD, leatherette, Anthracite Liner, White turn signals, Alloy trim, Automatic AC, iPod adapter, Front driving lights, Standard carpets
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 11-10-2007, 02:37 PM
CR&PW&JB CR&PW&JB is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Eldersburg, Maryland
Posts: 9,606
Gallery
Sweet ! Lightning Blue has never looked better.

Makes me all and that mine are such a mess from the recent rain, cold weather, and achy back (and the fact two of them were in the shop today getting new tires installed).

Again, that's one MINI ! Nicely done.
__________________
http://www.mini2.com/galleries/data/500/CR_PW007.jpg
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 11-10-2007, 02:48 PM
gjhsu gjhsu is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 876
Gallery
Thanks!

I got a bit nervous as I was driving home from washing my car when a freak rain storm popped up. Luckily the fresh layer of wax made good work of any would-be water spots
__________________
Ordered 8/3/07.... born 8/22/07... bye bye WRX 8/24/07... aboard the Patriot 9/1/07... huzzah! Delivered on 10/2/07. Pics of my MINI

'Jeeves' 2oo7 LiB/W MCS, Manual trans, Sport Package, Sport suspension, LSD, leatherette, Anthracite Liner, White turn signals, Alloy trim, Automatic AC, iPod adapter, Front driving lights, Standard carpets
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 11-10-2007, 03:07 PM
moclimbin moclimbin is offline
2nd Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Columbia, MD
Posts: 113
Send a message via AIM to moclimbin
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by CR&PW&JB View Post
Sweet ! Lightning Blue has never looked better.

Makes me all and that mine are such a mess from the recent rain, cold weather, and achy back (and the fact two of them were in the shop today getting new tires installed).

Again, that's one MINI ! Nicely done.
I had the same depressing thoughts about my dirty Mini... so I braved the cold this afternoon and gave it a good washing, damn it looks good
__________________
07 MC LB/W Bonnet Stripes, Comfort Access, Fog Lights, Cold Weather, Premium, HiFi, Rear Spoiler, Bel STI Driver RD, Dual Laser Interceptor LIDAR Jammer
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 11-10-2007, 03:11 PM
CR&PW&JB CR&PW&JB is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Eldersburg, Maryland
Posts: 9,606
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by moclimbin View Post
I had the same depressing thoughts about my dirty Mini... so I braved the cold this afternoon and gave it a good washing, damn it looks good
Supposed to be a tad warmer here tomorrow and actually sunny. If the back cooperates, I'll have the babies all clean and shiny again. If not... I can live with them being dirty until next weekend.

Ha ! Who am I trying to kid ? I'll be out there washing them tomorrow even if it means another trip to the ER.
__________________
http://www.mini2.com/galleries/data/500/CR_PW007.jpg
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 11-10-2007, 03:15 PM
Modnar's Avatar
Modnar Modnar is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Posts: 1,469
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by gjhsu View Post
Looks great!

Argh! The driving lights! They taunt me! Why do I wants them now? Curse you driving lights! I do not want to spend more money! Oh, but we wants them....yessss.....
__________________

Boris Badenov \ '07 MCS \ CR/W|Sport Stripes|16" White Bridge-Spokes|Premium Pkg|Cold Weather Pkg|White Turn Signals|Sport Suspension|DSC|LSD|Rear Fogs|Rooster Red/Black Seats|Rooster Red Color Line|Brushed Alloy Dash|Chrome Line Interior|Anthracite Headliner|Alarm|Hi-Fi|HD Radio|Illuminated Door Sills|Clear Bra|Grille Badge Holder \ Ordered 10/25 \ Completed 11/9 \ Delivered 12/17 \ "Smokey, this is not NAM. This is bowling. There are rules." -Walter Sobchak
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 11-10-2007, 03:16 PM
gjhsu gjhsu is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 876
Gallery
One more:

__________________
Ordered 8/3/07.... born 8/22/07... bye bye WRX 8/24/07... aboard the Patriot 9/1/07... huzzah! Delivered on 10/2/07. Pics of my MINI

'Jeeves' 2oo7 LiB/W MCS, Manual trans, Sport Package, Sport suspension, LSD, leatherette, Anthracite Liner, White turn signals, Alloy trim, Automatic AC, iPod adapter, Front driving lights, Standard carpets
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 11-10-2007, 03:17 PM
gjhsu gjhsu is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 876
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by Modnar View Post
Looks great!

Argh! The driving lights! They taunt me! Why do I wants them now? Curse you driving lights! I do not want to spend more money! Oh, but we wants them....yessss.....
Because they're just plain cool
__________________
Ordered 8/3/07.... born 8/22/07... bye bye WRX 8/24/07... aboard the Patriot 9/1/07... huzzah! Delivered on 10/2/07. Pics of my MINI

'Jeeves' 2oo7 LiB/W MCS, Manual trans, Sport Package, Sport suspension, LSD, leatherette, Anthracite Liner, White turn signals, Alloy trim, Automatic AC, iPod adapter, Front driving lights, Standard carpets
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 11-10-2007, 03:45 PM
Prima Car Care Prima Car Care is offline
Banned
 
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Denver, CO
Posts: 1,759
Gallery
Looks great, gjhsu! Thanks for giving Prima a try.

-Heather
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 11-10-2007, 04:08 PM
Modnar's Avatar
Modnar Modnar is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Posts: 1,469
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by gjhsu View Post
Because they're just plain cool
The sad thing is they'd only be for looks, but for some reason I really want that extra button. I think I've used my high beams once in the last four years.

I mentioned to my MA that I was lusting for them and he said "Sure, we could do that. It's just going to cost you more money. Or we could upgrade you to this M5 here. Again, just a little more money." I think he was advising showing some semblance of restraint.
__________________

Boris Badenov \ '07 MCS \ CR/W|Sport Stripes|16" White Bridge-Spokes|Premium Pkg|Cold Weather Pkg|White Turn Signals|Sport Suspension|DSC|LSD|Rear Fogs|Rooster Red/Black Seats|Rooster Red Color Line|Brushed Alloy Dash|Chrome Line Interior|Anthracite Headliner|Alarm|Hi-Fi|HD Radio|Illuminated Door Sills|Clear Bra|Grille Badge Holder \ Ordered 10/25 \ Completed 11/9 \ Delivered 12/17 \ "Smokey, this is not NAM. This is bowling. There are rules." -Walter Sobchak
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 11-10-2007, 04:15 PM
gjhsu gjhsu is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 876
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by Modnar View Post
The sad thing is they'd only be for looks, but for some reason I really want that extra button. I think I've used my high beams once in the last four years.

I mentioned to my MA that I was lusting for them and he said "Sure, we could do that. It's just going to cost you more money. Or we could upgrade you to this M5 here. Again, just a little more money." I think he was advising showing some semblance of restraint.
When I ordered my car, my MA showed me the price installed and asked "you still sure you want them?" I still wanted them (always wanted a MINI with driving lights!) anyway.

Turns out, I got them for list price due to some circumstances with getting me my car, so I lucked out
__________________
Ordered 8/3/07.... born 8/22/07... bye bye WRX 8/24/07... aboard the Patriot 9/1/07... huzzah! Delivered on 10/2/07. Pics of my MINI

'Jeeves' 2oo7 LiB/W MCS, Manual trans, Sport Package, Sport suspension, LSD, leatherette, Anthracite Liner, White turn signals, Alloy trim, Automatic AC, iPod adapter, Front driving lights, Standard carpets
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 11-10-2007, 04:52 PM
Modnar's Avatar
Modnar Modnar is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Posts: 1,469
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by gjhsu View Post
When I ordered my car, my MA showed me the price installed and asked "you still sure you want them?" I still wanted them (always wanted a MINI with driving lights!) anyway.

Turns out, I got them for list price due to some circumstances with getting me my car, so I lucked out
I was show prices to have them installed at the VDC vs the dealer and it was almost $200 cheaper at the VDC. My car supposedly finished production yesterday, so if I can hold out until it gets through the VDC then I should be okay. I did get the Illuminated Door Sills. That should be more than enough overpriced and utterly pointless lighting bling. Maybe I'll go the aftermarket route later (angel eyes style driving lights would be cool and slightly less pointless).
__________________

Boris Badenov \ '07 MCS \ CR/W|Sport Stripes|16" White Bridge-Spokes|Premium Pkg|Cold Weather Pkg|White Turn Signals|Sport Suspension|DSC|LSD|Rear Fogs|Rooster Red/Black Seats|Rooster Red Color Line|Brushed Alloy Dash|Chrome Line Interior|Anthracite Headliner|Alarm|Hi-Fi|HD Radio|Illuminated Door Sills|Clear Bra|Grille Badge Holder \ Ordered 10/25 \ Completed 11/9 \ Delivered 12/17 \ "Smokey, this is not NAM. This is bowling. There are rules." -Walter Sobchak
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 11-10-2007, 05:59 PM
jimmieshear's Avatar
jimmieshear jimmieshear is offline
3rd Gear
 
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Cupertino, CA
Posts: 211
Gallery
Nice looking car! Love the lights! :-) Might have to get them for my car as well, makes it look more "mini" IMO
__________________
http://homepage.mac.com/rhill/images/MiniSig09.png
Click my signature to view my spec
My 2009 JCW Gallery
My 2007 MCS Gallery
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 11-10-2007, 07:04 PM
loadtoad loadtoad is offline
3rd Gear
 
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Norfolk
Posts: 243
Gallery
Going to try to guess on this one... Right off of Mopac? Near the Greenbelt? eh eh?

GREAT looking mini btw
__________________
2007 DS/B MCS
Loaded
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 11-10-2007, 07:12 PM
gjhsu gjhsu is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 876
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by loadtoad View Post
Going to try to guess on this one... Right off of Mopac? Near the Greenbelt? eh eh?

GREAT looking mini btw
Ding ding ding! I work right there so get unhindered access to the parking garage with the view


jimmieshear - Definitely more "MINI" with the lights. I guess I got hooked with the Italian Job cars
__________________
Ordered 8/3/07.... born 8/22/07... bye bye WRX 8/24/07... aboard the Patriot 9/1/07... huzzah! Delivered on 10/2/07. Pics of my MINI

'Jeeves' 2oo7 LiB/W MCS, Manual trans, Sport Package, Sport suspension, LSD, leatherette, Anthracite Liner, White turn signals, Alloy trim, Automatic AC, iPod adapter, Front driving lights, Standard carpets
Reply With Quote
  #16  
Old 11-10-2007, 07:25 PM
loadtoad loadtoad is offline
3rd Gear
 
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Norfolk
Posts: 243
Gallery
I miss Austin....



I like the lights and want to get them done. Do you know if you can have the dealer install non-OEM lights? I really think the OEM ones are overpriced for what you get but I really want some..
__________________
2007 DS/B MCS
Loaded
Reply With Quote
  #17  
Old 11-10-2007, 07:27 PM
dogdal24's Avatar
dogdal24 dogdal24 is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Perkasie Pa
Posts: 641
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by gjhsu View Post
Ding ding ding! I work right there so get unhindered access to the parking garage with the view


jimmieshear - Definitely more "MINI" with the lights. I guess I got hooked with the Italian Job cars
Very Cool Photo!
__________________

Wifes 2010 Camden/MCS "WHEECAM"
05 HB/MCS "Lots of FUN-Lots of Smiles" Mr. SMILES
The Wifes "Mrs. Dash" 07 MCSA, PW-Retired
"Now have all MINI stable"
"Also a Hydro junkie"
Reply With Quote
  #18  
Old 11-10-2007, 08:51 PM
gjhsu gjhsu is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 876
Gallery
Thanks!
__________________
Ordered 8/3/07.... born 8/22/07... bye bye WRX 8/24/07... aboard the Patriot 9/1/07... huzzah! Delivered on 10/2/07. Pics of my MINI

'Jeeves' 2oo7 LiB/W MCS, Manual trans, Sport Package, Sport suspension, LSD, leatherette, Anthracite Liner, White turn signals, Alloy trim, Automatic AC, iPod adapter, Front driving lights, Standard carpets
Reply With Quote
  #19  
Old 11-10-2007, 09:11 PM
Funk_Flex's Avatar
Funk_Flex Funk_Flex is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: New York City
Posts: 937
Send a message via AIM to Funk_Flex
Gallery
Good lordy those are nice shots

The third pic reminds me of this



Reply With Quote
  #20  
Old 11-10-2007, 09:24 PM
irieman's Avatar
irieman irieman is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: West Coast, USA
Posts: 733
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by gjhsu View Post
I decided to try some Prima Epic after reading the generally good reviews on this board. It's some pretty cool stuff! Previously, I had been an NXT user, and while not bad, I just wanted to try something new. The car is all shiny now, haha. Just wanted to share my positive impression...."
I've been drooling over the Prima line for awhile now. I can't wait to run out of my current supply of [un-named brand]! For some reason I cannot justify purchasing a whole new "system", when I've got plenty sitting here. :(
__________________

music | mini | phase two... | blog | profit!
Reply With Quote
  #21  
Old 11-10-2007, 09:29 PM
Some Guy's Avatar
Some Guy Some Guy is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: CT
Posts: 1,754
Gallery
Once you have tried Prima you will be asking yourself, "why did I wait to use up my old stuff?" (Or at least that is what I did).
__________________
'05 HB/B MCS.
With: LED lit scoop - DIY AUX cable - Angel Eye running lights - M7 STB - Air horn - Rally Lights -SVT Focus LSD - Poly Control arm bushings - IE fixed plates
UCONN FSAE Engine Systems Head '10-present
UCONN FSAE dyno testing and tuning lead '09-10: www.uconnracing.com
Follow UCONN FSAE on twitter: http://twitter.com/UCONNFSAE

Last edited by Some Guy; 11-10-2007 at 10:33 PM.
Reply With Quote
  #22  
Old 11-11-2007, 01:21 AM
irieman's Avatar
irieman irieman is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: West Coast, USA
Posts: 733
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by Some Guy View Post
Once you have tried Prima you will be asking yourself, "why did I wait to use up my old stuff?" (Or at least that is what I did).
hay! yer not helping! (j/k)
__________________

music | mini | phase two... | blog | profit!
Reply With Quote
  #23  
Old 11-11-2007, 07:06 AM
kenchan's Avatar
kenchan kenchan is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 31,442
Gallery
looking good.

even if you dont give epic a try right away, one should still try hydro, slick, nero, and clarity.
Reply With Quote
  #24  
Old 11-11-2007, 07:18 AM
1QukMINI's Avatar
1QukMINI 1QukMINI is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posts: 1,179
Gallery
Great job! Looks better than new!
__________________
"Wallace." 03 MCS. MMC#561.
Reply With Quote
  #25  
Old 11-11-2007, 09:42 AM
MLPearson79's Avatar
MLPearson79 MLPearson79 is offline
Moderator
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Terre Haute, IN
Posts: 7,703
Gallery
Garage
Looks great! I did the same this weekend, but then it rained. Going to have to wash again tomorrow, I suppose.

And if you really want to dump off your old "insert-brand-here" supplies, you might try offloading it on the Marketplace. I listed a bunch of detailing stuff that I was no longer using last spring and people snapped it right up! Then you can start all over
__________________
Reply With Quote
Old 11-11-2007, 09:42 AM
 
 
 
Reply

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off

Forum Jump


MINI CooperMINI Cooper PrivacyMINI Cooper Terms of UseMINI Cooper Guidelines MINI Cooper Advertising The North American MINI Cooper Community
  MINI Cooper news, forums, FAQs, and reviews for enthusiasts and owners of the North American MINI Cooper
All times are GMT -7. The time now is 10:00 PM.
 Copyright © 2002-2008 North American Motoring. All Rights Reserved.     Powered by vBulletin and vBulletin Plugins by Drive Thru Online, Inc.

All times are GMT -7. The time now is 10:00 PM.


Powered by vBulletin and vBulletin Plugins by Drive Thru Online, Inc.
North American Motoring is an independently operated web site supporting MINI owners and enthusiastsworldwide. As such it has no official relationship with MINI USA, BMW AG, or BMW of North America.All original artwork and design is Copyright © 2002-2004 North American Motoring.
Admin Account Passwords

Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.5.2