If one thing is for sure, all New Car Details are created equal here at NorthWest Auto Salon. We’ve had the pleasure of taking in everything from brand new base model daily drivers to prepping some of the quickest performance vehicles on the road, and despite differing conditions upon arrival, they’re all eligible for the best treatments and services we have to offer. Perfecting a care regiment for any brand new vehicle is all about taking preventative steps to ensure your latest ride is well-prepared for the road ahead. Utilizing the latest coating technologies & protective film materials, any vehicle can be preserved, maintained, and remain well-kept for years to come.
Enter, the Monsoon Grey Audi B8.5 S4, a shining example of a perfectly packed New Car Detail that came through the shop recently to receive what we’ve begun referring to more commonly as “The Works.” Combining a number of basic exterior treatments, dual layer Gtechniq C1 + EXO installation, Wheel Armour, an extensive Full Frontal paint protection kit, and Prestige Film Technologies Spectra PhotoSync window tint, it’s a quintessential “best of” for nearly any new car!
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
To start the New Car Detail process off, the S4 received our signature 24-step hand wash over every inch of the paintwork, into the jambs, engine bay & arches. Once it was free & clear of contaminants, Brian blasted away any remaining moisture with a little compressed air and wiped it all down.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
The next stage of this S4’s personalized care package is a mandatory step for all brand new vehicles that come in for a visit — the clay bar & paint cleanse. If you’re the one driving your new car to the shop, chances are it might get hit with some bugs, tar, or road grime during the journey, thus it will benefit from more than just a bath. With the decontamination completed, Myron moved on to a single stage polish over all the paintwork to get the Monsoon popping while Olive supervised his handy-work.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
Once a little more shine was acquired, it was time for Carlos to get started on the Prestige Film Technologies Spectra PhotoSync 45 install. Spectra PhotoSync is the top tier tint film offered here at NorthWest Auto Salon, and for good reason! Its unmatched levels of TSER (total solar energy rejection) plus incredible UV/IR rejection will keep the interior free & clear of any damaging rays, preventing fading and maintaining temperatures when needed most. Combined with a sleek transitional shading effect, PhotoSync is the perfect window film for any new car vehicle in search of both function & aesthetics.
As with all of our paint protection packages, the Full Frontal kit is carefully constructed for maximum coverage over all painted surfaces. “Full Frontal” is inclusive of just what it sounds like, too – the entire hood and both front fenders are fitted, ensuring no visible “line” of protection can be seen, while the headlights, fog lights, front bumper, door cups, door edges, and side mirrors receive their own tailored pieces of clear bra.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
As mentioned before, this S4 also received a rear “scratch guard” on the bumper right below the trunk lid to help protect from any damage that may occur during loading or unloading. It’s a spot often overlooked with many factory clear bra kits, but it’s definitely worth protecting if you’re an avid golfer or just plan on making good use of the trunk space in your new car!
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
When it comes down to keeping a new car cleaner, longer, there is no where else to look but to Gtechniq’s wide variety of coatings. In order to maintain the high-gloss freshness as long as possible in between routine washes, we hooked this S4 up with a dual action, stacked application of Gtechniq C1 Crystal Lacquer and their EXO ultra durable hybrid coating over all the bodywork.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
Since the wheels were spotless after the 24-step hand wash, we removed them while the C1 + EXO cured out and hooked up some Wheel Armor to help them stay clean & stave off any brake dust corrosion.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
When all was said & done, we had just enough time to park the S4 in the photo studio for a few close-ups.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
The new Full Frontal XPEL Ultimate paint protection package fit together beautifully with clean, minimal gaps. It’s crisp, clean, and nearly invisible to the naked eye. Next to freshly polished & Gtechniq protected paintwork, it’s hard to spot without first knowing it’s there at all!
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
It’s a nice feeling knowing that this brand new Audi S4 will remain nearly as fresh as the day it rolled out our doors thanks to a comprehensive clear bra package, multilayer coating system, and minimal routine maintenance.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
Upon delivery, our very own NW monsoon was setting in, so we took the opportunity to see some Gtechniq C1 + EXO in action with a bit of micro water beeding out in the dark.
Quick Look: Audi S4 New Car Detail featuring Gtechniq, PhotoSync, & XPEL
And there you have it — “The Works,” as it were. A little bit of everything coming together to form the ultimate New Car Detail with a protection package designed to last and perform just as well as the car it covers.
In the market for a car? Check out our New Car Detailing page for more information on basic care regiments, clear bra kits, window tint options, and everything in between! Not sure what to do with your own New Card Detail? Shoot us an email & we’ll help craft the perfect solution, no matter the vehicle.