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07-02-2008, 07:12 AM | #1 |
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First Place Finish Car Care System
I wanted to see if anyone knows whether this is a waste of money. I got it on my 328 that I just traded, and as I told the salesman, when I brought it in every six months to re-apply the "acrylic" it often did not look any better than when I took it in. I just got my m3 and wonder if I would be better off investing in my own buffer and waxes? any info would be appreciated.
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What do they charge for that?
Personally, I would never trust the dealer with anything like that. I'd rather do it myself or pay a professional detailer. |
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07-02-2008, 07:58 AM | #5 |
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They charge $699. Apply it every 6 months for 3 years. Then guarantee the paint for 5 years. If it's just wax, I can buy a hell of a lot of wax for $699
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07-04-2008, 07:24 AM | #7 |
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I took delivery of my new M3 convertible about 3 weeks ago in Richmond. I bought the First Place Finish package. The primary reason I spent the money was because of the warranty that comes with it. I had my 07 335 for 1 year and with all the tree sap, bird droppings, acid rain and sun in Richmond, there were stains and water spots in the finish even though I took very good care of the car. I didn't want that to happen again so I thought that investing in the First Place Finish product was worth it for the warranty alone.
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07-14-2008, 05:57 PM | #9 |
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This is probably the same as the permaplate crap my lexus dealership tried to sell me when my wife bought her Lexus. It is a total waste of money. For that price, you can hire a pro detailer ever 6 months, and they'll even remove swirls and scratches for you.
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07-28-2008, 07:18 PM | #10 |
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I would agree with everyone and avoid the dealer. Buy a nice sealant such as Chemical Guys Jet seal or Griot's Paint Sealant and that will basically the same stuff the dealer will apply to your car. To make the paint shine even more apply a good carnuba wax on top of the sealant and you will have a beautiful paint job with minimal effort and save the $699.00, plus you know the quality of the job since you did it yourself.
This is what I have and it has given me excellent results, http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/...%26+wax+kit.do
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