So im coming up with a checklist to go over while i detail the bimmers this weekend and i was wondering if anyone else does this? care to share your list?

 

I really don't have a check list as such but do use a set pattern every detail and I just leave out steps not needed.


1. Bleech Wite on tires.
2. Wet blanket on front end for bugs if needed.
3. Get helper to start vacumming .
4. Shampoo floor mats if needed.
5. Wipedown and detail interior & dash.
6. Get helper to work on bugs.
7. Scrub tires and do wheels.
8. Wash car.
9. Dry car.
10 Blow out all the remaining water with compressed air.
11. Redry car.
12. Clay Bar car.
13. Use compressor & spray gun to apply dressing to tires & wheel wells.
14. Get helper to identify all major marring and put a piec of masking tape on the spot.
15. Spot polish identified spots.
16. Determine what polish/pad to use and polish out car.
17. PC and black pad to apply Ploiseal .. helper removes residue immediatly.
18. Apply LSP.
19. Remove LSP
20. Helper cleans door /trunk/hood edges & QDs.
21. Polish exhaust tips
22. Dress any black trim.
23. Do all the windows.
24. Rotate car in full sun for final inspection.
25. Replace floor mats.

 

man, thats pretty good. how about chrome pieces. i notice they get alot of water spots on them (especially plastic ones)

 

Wash and dry exterior paint
Scrub tires and wheels
Clean and polish exterior windows and mirrors
Clean and polish paint
Wax or seal paint
Polish chrome trim
Clean door, hood and trunk jambs
Clean and dress rubber seals
Dress exterior trim, tires and vinyl top
Vacuum
Scrub or shampoo floor mats
Shampoo carpet
Shampoo or wash upholstery
Clean dash and console
Clean vents
Apply dressing to console, vinyl and leather
Clean interior windows and rearview mirror
Empty and clean ashtrays
Deodorize vents and carpet
Protect carpet and upholstery fabric