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Old 03-15-13, 08:41 PM
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Old 03-15-13, 08:49 PM
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Old 03-16-13, 04:19 AM
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She looks hawt!

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Old 03-16-13, 06:17 AM
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Originally Posted by sydtoosic
i'm assuming you mixed up a batch of ZFX and applied some Z-2 or Z-5 with Z-6 or Z-8 in between each coat. MHO is that every Obsidian should be opti-coated... i mean the whole syringe. the scratches on this paint are relentless and never ending. i've been through it..
That's a great advice from an experienced one. IMO if you love your paint and pay attention to details, it's best to go straight to OC or at least 22PLE. HB looks great but not close to the other two and it still scratches easily. I have a feeling that you are like us. I would skip the HB. Get the SNS too.
Old 03-16-13, 06:49 AM
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Originally Posted by bnlexus
That's a great advice from an experienced one. IMO if you love your paint and pay attention to details, it's best to go straight to OC or at least 22PLE. HB looks great but not close to the other two and it still scratches easily. I have a feeling that you are like us. I would skip the HB. Get the SNS too.
Yup, I did the multi-layer approach with the Zaino...I usually set aside a weekend (at least) for the process.

I am seriously considering going to either the OC or 22PLE..Sydtoosic and you both sound very pleased with it, and both your cars look amazing!

And I agree with you - I think we are much alike in the care and appreciation of our cars. I know I can almost physically feel any imperfection in the finish. And don't even get me stared on the psychic pain I feel if a wheel gets curbed!
Old 03-16-13, 07:46 AM
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Originally Posted by harleymark
Yup, I did the multi-layer approach with the Zaino...I usually set aside a weekend (at least) for the process.

I am seriously considering going to either the OC or 22PLE..Sydtoosic and you both sound very pleased with it, and both your cars look amazing!

And I agree with you - I think we are much alike in the care and appreciation of our cars. I know I can almost physically feel any imperfection in the finish. And don't even get me stared on the psychic pain I feel if a wheel gets curbed!
you should do a new car prep now and get it over with. you can set your mirrors to tilt down in reverse so that curb rash will be avoided... works for me.
Old 03-16-13, 09:49 AM
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congrats. i think lux pkg in black is best look for 4gs!!
Old 03-16-13, 10:01 AM
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Welcome to the club! Black is definitely a difficult color to keep clean, but when it is clean, there's nothing like it! Can't wait to see it tinted! Any other plans in store for it?
Old 03-16-13, 02:06 PM
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Nice car! Love the luxury package. I can also vouch for the Opticoat. We had a detailer apply it for us. The best part is what it does to keep the wheels slick and the brake dust in check!
Old 03-16-13, 02:33 PM
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Congrats on the GS and welcome to the club.
Old 03-16-13, 04:29 PM
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congrats on the new car and actually reading the manual. i just said "***** it, i'll figure it out later" then end up on the forums asking questions
Old 03-16-13, 08:25 PM
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Looks awesome. Good Luck. I am lucky that I like silver on my cars. I do always keep them immaculately clean and waxed.
Old 03-17-13, 04:08 AM
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Beautiful 4gs.

Welcome to the GS family!
Old 03-19-13, 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by dseag2
Congratulations on a great choice! We owned a G37 Coupe before our G37 Vert, and I'm sure you feel like you've moved 10 steps up the automotive ladder in luxury and quality (without sacrificing the fun factor).
Definitely! I loved the G but needed the extra seats for the kids and friends, and did not really like the styling of the M. This car ups the ante on luxury and performance.
Old 03-19-13, 10:00 PM
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Welcome to the club, car looks awesome and will be a great ride every day


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