Detail My Ride - Vauxhall GTC VXR

[Greeners]

Hi Guys!

This is a pretty quick write up, however wanted to share a some pics of this car as its one we had been looking forward to for several months whilst the owner was waiting for the car!

The owner of this stunning new Vauxhall GTC VXR, finished in Summit White contacted us shortly after ordering the car, explaining that he wanted a similar treatment that was carried out on his Insignia a little while ago.

It was initially agreed we would have the car delivered to ourselves, directly from Vauxhall which is a service we offer, and allows us to fully PDI and detail the car ready for collection, without the dealers touching it! However, due to some issues with the car having to go back the car had racked up a few hundred miles before heading down to our studio.

The car was treated to a full Zaino detail, including:

- Pre rinse, application of citrus degreaser to remove loose dirt, and previous polish/wax deposits
- Wheels, tyres and arches cleaned AS Smart Wheels/G101, soft metal free, natural hair brushes
- Vehicle washed using Zaino Z-7 Show Car Wash, inc door shuts
- Vehicle paintwork clayed using Zaino Z-18 Clay Bar to remove bonded contaminants
- Various light scratches/defects corrected via Meguiars D-100 Microfibre System
- Vehicle paintwork cleansed using Zaino Z-AIO, applied via machine polisher to cleanse paintwork and leave a high gloss finish in preperation for sealant
- Zaino Z-6 Wipedown prior to sealant application
- Zaino Z2/Z5 (ZFX) sealant to provide maximum protection and gloss
- Zaino Z-8 Grand Finale Spray wipe down
- Wheels sealed with Zaino C-S Clear Seal
- Glass cleaned, tyres, plastics and rubbers dressed, exhaust tips polished and protected
- Full interior detail, including Zaino Z-9 and Z-10 leather treatment

Unfortunately we had a very tight turnaround for the car, so pics are limited to before/after i'm afraid!

Before:



















In addition to the Zaino protection, the carpet mats were given some Nanolex treatment:





After shots, the sun attempted to come out! Enjoy!











































Thanks for looking guys!

Comments, questions etc welcome as usual!

Nathan & Gaz

[Hedge]

Actually not a bad looking car. Lose the chrome grill and a bit less plasticky inside and it would be excellent.

How does it go?

[Greeners]

I was really impressed with it, Brembo's, Recaro's, Diff etc etc. It's been mapped and has a zorst so I'd imagine it goes pretty well!! 

[rich83]

Looks stunning... but PLEASE buy a camera which focuses/works properly learn how to use the Canon 40D, it will do all you hard work much more justice.  

[Deako]

I love these things!! 

[Greeners]

Looks stunning... but PLEASE buy a camera which focuses/works properly learn how to use the Canon 40D, it will do all you hard work much more justice.  

I'll give your feedback to Gaz! Unfortunately Rich we rarely get the time we'd like to take the pics, but as long as the customer who is in front of the car is happy then were happy! 

[rich83]

Looks stunning... but PLEASE buy a camera which focuses/works properly learn how to use the Canon 40D, it will do all you hard work much more justice.  

I'll give your feedback to Gaz! Unfortunately Rich we rarely get the time we'd like to take the pics, but as long as the customer who is in front of the car is happy then were happy! 

Absolutely... just as I was when I picked up mine. Im in no way questioning either of your skills regarding DMR... you'll see my car again no doubt (once the front end it sorted out)

I saw Insignia VXR in Germany over summer. 

[Greeners]

Looks stunning... but PLEASE buy a camera which focuses/works properly learn how to use the Canon 40D, it will do all you hard work much more justice.  

I'll give your feedback to Gaz! Unfortunately Rich we rarely get the time we'd like to take the pics, but as long as the customer who is in front of the car is happy then were happy! 

Absolutely... just as I was when I picked up mine. Im in no way questioning either of your skills regarding DMR... you'll see my car again no doubt (once the front end it sorted out)

I saw Insignia VXR in Germany over summer. 

Just re-read what I wrote and I probably sound a bit defensive, but I actually agreee with you and the pics should be of better quality. We haven't really found the right solution with regard the camera and just end up using that we have as apposed to buying something specific. 

[andrewparker]

Do you use Zaino products a lot Nathan?

[Greeners]

Do you use Zaino products a lot Nathan?

We have specific Zaino details on our website so when we have someone book that detail we use it. 

[nathangallo]

The front looks quite a lot like the corsa VXR with the triangle chrome bits,

Personal opinion - i would love this !

Bit chav but there is something about it i love,

Still havnt seen one on the road

[Deako]

The front looks quite a lot like the corsa VXR with the triangle chrome bits,

Personal opinion - i would love this !

Bit chav but there is something about it i love,

Still havnt seen one on the road

There is someone that posts on here (I forget who) that works for Vauxhall and can get about £8k off the retail price. Very tempting for £20k with the spec!!

[nathangallo]

The front looks quite a lot like the corsa VXR with the triangle chrome bits,

Personal opinion - i would love this !

Bit chav but there is something about it i love,

Still havnt seen one on the road

There is someone that posts on here (I forget who) that works for Vauxhall and can get about £8k off the retail price. Very tempting for £20k with the spec!!

Very
Have to keep hold of mine a little longer 

[GTI-Ross]

it looks the part, but every Vauxhall i have ever owed has fallen to bit or major stuff has gone wrong with them, ill never buy another one ever again....