# Detailing section **URL:** https://turborenault.co.uk/c/car-orientated-chat/detailing-section/42.md [Latest](https://turborenault.co.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://turborenault.co.uk/categories.md) · [Tags](https://turborenault.co.uk/tags.md) --- ## [About the Detailing section category](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/about-the-detailing-section-category/44)
**Author:** [@system](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Hold up. This seems to be against what I know ...](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/hold-up-this-seems-to-be-against-what-i-know/60581)
**Author:** [@andybond](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/andybond)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2025, 10:54am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/hold-up-this-seems-to-be-against-what-i-know/60581 "2025-10-08T10:54:22Z")
I have been watching this video : I am not saying the pros are doing it wrong but as I understood it you snow foam then wash off. Rather than touch it with a cloth? Foam on : https://www.youtube.com/watch… --- ## [Show us your beading](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/show-us-your-beading/34124)
**Author:** [@andybond](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/andybond)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2025, 10:50am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/show-us-your-beading/34124 "2025-10-08T10:50:18Z")
Washed the wife’s car at the weekend. Beading for days.. --- ## [Robbies detailing photodump](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/robbies-detailing-photodump/60551)
**Author:** [@Robx1r](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Robx1r)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2025, 11:55pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/robbies-detailing-photodump/60551 "2025-01-03T23:55:07Z")
Some of you may know i ran a detailing company for a few years but self employed life wasnt for me, the facebook page is still there if people want to look at the photos @mirrorimage rob, i still do a bit, only stuff th… --- ## [Advice needed : Really dirty ID3!](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/advice-needed-really-dirty-id3/60202)
**Author:** [@andybond](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/andybond)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 9:11am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/advice-needed-really-dirty-id3/60202 "2024-02-06T09:11:22Z")
For one reason or another my wifes ID3 is filthy. Its a white car if that makes any difference? I have been looking at TFR and high alkaline contactless cleaners. Any advice out there? I want a product that will remove… --- ## [What products do you use.....](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/what-products-do-you-use/15397)
**Author:** [@Scott\_higgy](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Scott_higgy)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 8:48am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/what-products-do-you-use/15397 "2024-02-02T08:48:45Z")
Right chaps as above what products to you use to clean your car. I had a blast of my dads Maguires DA set up with some Maguires products and was impressed. But want to know what you would recommend for the Raider from s… --- ## [Big Steve's Clio Detail](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-clio-detail/59389)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2021, 8:48pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-clio-detail/59389 "2021-07-13T20:48:43Z")
This was done a little while ago now but I’ve just put some of the video footage together… turns out there was more than I thought. The car belongs to @Big Steve - Raider - you can see the project thread on the forum … --- ## [Golf R Detailed](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/golf-r-detailed/59286)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2021, 8:31am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/golf-r-detailed/59286 "2021-04-14T08:31:21Z")
It’s been a while since I shared any detailing on here :slight\_smile: Another Golf R from me :slight\_smile: I get to work on a lot of these cars, typically 1 or 2 a month since 2016, making them the car I’ve detailed t… --- ## [Snow foam Lance, which one?](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/snow-foam-lance-which-one/59090)
**Author:** [@Norwich\_Nick](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Norwich_Nick)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2021, 1:20pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/snow-foam-lance-which-one/59090 "2021-01-03T13:20:53Z")
Hi guys, I’m getting pestered for birthday/Christmas gift ideas, could be another thread in itself really! I’ve had a few ideas, one being a snow foam Lance, I’ve had a bit of a look around and not sure which one to go … --- ## [Detailers near Rotherham ?](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/detailers-near-rotherham/59064)
**Author:** [@ratmangta](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/ratmangta)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2020, 9:09am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/detailers-near-rotherham/59064 "2020-10-21T09:09:01Z")
Can anyone recommend someone? We need a Lotus Carlton blinging. --- ## [Tyre dressing.](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/tyre-dressing/33179)
**Author:** [@andybond](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/andybond)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2019, 12:49pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/tyre-dressing/33179 "2019-05-27T12:49:32Z")
I want a decent tyre dresser. Nothing too expensive , but nothing that is going to last 15 minutes either. Any recommendations ? --- ## [Big Steve's Megane GT](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-megane-gt/34161)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2019, 12:00pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-megane-gt/34161 "2019-04-23T12:00:54Z")
This This cracking Megane GT came in to be freshened up and protected. A new purchase for the man, the legend @Big Steve - Raider - it was in pretty good shape, just lacking a bit of gloss. The order of the detail, Wh… --- ## [Mini Cooper 5door..](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/mini-cooper-5door/15612)
**Author:** [@Swedish\_Chris](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Swedish_Chris)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2018, 11:53am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/mini-cooper-5door/15612 "2018-11-19T11:53:09Z")
Last week I took collection of my brand new mini Cooper D 5 door… I had been thinking about diy detailing the car, or get it professionally done.. But with time and family commitments I decided to diy for now and look … --- ## [Renault Sport Megane 250 Cup](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/renault-sport-megane-250-cup/34005)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2018, 10:31pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/renault-sport-megane-250-cup/34005 "2018-11-11T22:31:24Z")
This lovely Sport Yellow RS Megane 250 came in from @Brigsy after winning the Turbo Renault - Clio Sport raffle prize. The car had seen it’s fair share of automated car washes in the past and lacked its true gloss and c… --- ## [VW Golf R Detail](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/vw-golf-r-detail/33874)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2018, 10:37pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/vw-golf-r-detail/33874 "2018-08-04T22:37:42Z")
This lovely Lapiz Blue mk7 Golf R came in for a refresh and long term protection. The car is 4 years old now, and although it’s in good shape, the paint needed the gloss brought back up. The order of the detail, Full … --- ## [Bentley Continental GT](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/bentley-continental-gt/33858)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2018, 6:44am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/bentley-continental-gt/33858 "2018-07-29T06:44:22Z")
This gorgeous Bentley Continental came in for a well deserved freshen up. Having covered only 50k miles in its 14 year life, it’s seen it’s fair fair of action. Full front end and rear bumper and quarter panel respray … --- ## [Porsche 997 Turbo Detail](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/porsche-997-turbo-detail/33848)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2018, 5:30pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/porsche-997-turbo-detail/33848 "2018-07-28T17:30:41Z")
This beautiful Porsche 997 Turbo was a dream car for the owner, after lusting after one since childhood. He finally picked this one up and booked it in to be freshened up for some fun over the summer. The order of the … --- ## [Alfa Romeo Stelvia - SunTek PPF - Ceramic Pro](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/alfa-romeo-stelvia-suntek-ppf-ceramic-pro/33847)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 9:00pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/alfa-romeo-stelvia-suntek-ppf-ceramic-pro/33847 "2018-07-22T21:00:23Z")
This Alfa Romeo Stelvio came in for some strong, long term paint protection. The owner said he can do up to 500 miles each day so opted for SunTek Ultra paint protection film, and our Ceramic Pro 9H+ package. The order… --- ## [Porsche Carrera GTS](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/porsche-carrera-gts/33758)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2018, 10:15pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/porsche-carrera-gts/33758 "2018-05-20T22:15:59Z")
This super cool Porsche 911 GTS came in for a paint protection film package using SunTek Ultra self healing film. The order of the detail… Full safe wash and decontamination. Enhancement detail. SunTek PPF applied to… --- ## [Jaguar F Type S Detailed](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/jaguar-f-type-s-detailed/33739)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2018, 7:23am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/jaguar-f-type-s-detailed/33739 "2018-05-17T07:23:07Z")
This beautiful supercharged F Type S was a recent purchase for the owner. They had some concerns about the soft JLR paint so decided on Ceramic Pro 9H to protect it. The paint was in general good shape with your averag… --- ## [Mercedes E63 S AMG Detailed](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/mercedes-e63-s-amg-detailed/33693)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2018, 9:08am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/mercedes-e63-s-amg-detailed/33693 "2018-04-03T09:08:31Z")
This executive muscle car came in for some tidying up. A new purchase for the owner, it looked great for the first week of ownership… then as he washed it, the paint seemed very greasy, then the swirls and marring appea… --- ## [VW Golf R32 Estate Detailed](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/vw-golf-r32-estate-detailed/33685)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2018, 8:51am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/vw-golf-r32-estate-detailed/33685 "2018-03-30T08:51:42Z")
I was asked to get this mk5 Golf ready for Ultimate Dubs at the beginning of march. The engine TDI blew up on a Euro trip back in 2016, since then it sat under a tree until the owner decided to do something with it a fe… --- ## [Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI TME Detailed](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-vi-tme-detailed/33682)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2018, 9:33am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-vi-tme-detailed/33682 "2018-03-29T09:33:57Z")
This incredible Evo VI Tommi Makinen Edition came in for a well needed freshen up. The car was imported from Japan as salvage with a valve dropped into one of the cylinders. Since the car was so clean underneath - it’s … --- ## [Ford Focus RS - New Car Protection Detail](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/ford-focus-rs-new-car-protection-detail/33683)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 10:04pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/ford-focus-rs-new-car-protection-detail/33683 "2018-03-28T22:04:29Z")
This will be a short and sweet write up. This Nitrous Blue Focus RS came fresh from the dealership with 48 miles on the clock, lots of plastic and a few stickers. Unfortunately there was a little bit of damage on the r… --- ## [Planning the LowiePete Detailing Days in 2018](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/planning-the-lowiepete-detailing-days-in-2018/33545)
**Author:** [@LowiePete](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/LowiePete)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 8:57pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/planning-the-lowiepete-detailing-days-in-2018/33545 "2018-01-16T20:57:35Z")
Hello Folks, First off, a date for your diaries… Saturday 28 April 2018 will be the first of a new style of Lowiepete Detailing Day (LDD). Planning of future days always depends on what has gone before, what feedback … --- ## [VW Golf GT - Pre-Sale Deep Clean](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/vw-golf-gt-pre-sale-deep-clean/33484)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2017, 10:15am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/vw-golf-gt-pre-sale-deep-clean/33484 "2017-12-19T10:15:05Z")
This MK5 Golf GT170 was brought in to bring it back up to a standard where it could be put up for sale. The owner only had the car as an economic way of driving himself and 2 dogs to Portugal a few times a year and just… --- ## [tar removal help](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/tar-removal-help/33456)
**Author:** [@Adey](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Adey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 1:00pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/tar-removal-help/33456 "2017-11-28T13:00:15Z")
Ok so chucked some water over the family daily beater and noticed there was loads of tar on the rear bumper. We had the roads re surfaced about 2 months ago so thats how long its been on there :oops: anyway i need a chea… --- ## [BMW M140i Auto Finesse Protection Detail](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/bmw-m140i-auto-finesse-protection-detail/33424)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2017, 6:49pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/bmw-m140i-auto-finesse-protection-detail/33424 "2017-11-05T18:49:42Z")
I thought it would be good to show one of these jobs. This lovely M140i is 10 months old. The owner had only washed the car a couple of times since picking it up - which played in the car’s favor - and brought it in to … --- ## [Phase 1 Renault 5 GT Turbo](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/phase-1-renault-5-gt-turbo/33413)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2017, 10:09am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/phase-1-renault-5-gt-turbo/33413 "2017-11-03T10:09:05Z")
This car had been booked in for a long while, and one that i was looking forward to working on. A fully restored Phase 1 Renault 5 GT Turbo in Alipne Grey. The car was imported from France. 20171018\_165014 by Richa… --- ## [Porsche 997 Carrera S Detail](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/porsche-997-carrera-s-detail/33367)
**Author:** [@detailR](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/detailR)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2017, 6:14am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/porsche-997-carrera-s-detail/33367 "2017-10-01T06:14:16Z")
This Carrera was booked after a poor result elsewhere. The car had received ‘£300 worth of machine polishing’ previously. I don’t know where this was done, or what they were even doing. The car was littered with buffer… [Next page](https://turborenault.co.uk/c/car-orientated-chat/detailing-section/42.md?page=1)