Car detailers/valetors list

itsmeitsme wrote: »

Hi,

Some great info on this forum. I am picking up my new Megane R.S trophy in approx. two weeks, and was wondering what protective coatings people would recommend. I'm staying away from the dealers offers as I think the one size fits all dealer valeter will make a mess of it.

I am going to bring the car to a detailer, and I've love some help with 2 questions first:

1) Would people recommend a ceramic coating? (why yes or no please!)
2) In the Dublin/Leinster area, who would you recommend. I've seen Spirit detailing mentioned here alot, has anyone used them or know anything about them? Also Ceramic Pro Ireland are at alot of shows etc, has anyone used them, or know anything about them.

Any suggestions gratefully received.

1)
Yes,
Reason,
It gives the best protection for your paint,
It helps keep it clean if that makes sense.
ie, Dirt and dust doesn't stick to it as much as it does with waxed cars,

2)
Brian in Spirit detailing would be my recommendation.

itsmeitsme wrote: »

Hi,

Some great info on this forum. I am picking up my new Megane R.S trophy in approx. two weeks, and was wondering what protective coatings people would recommend. I'm staying away from the dealers offers as I think the one size fits all dealer valeter will make a mess of it.

I am going to bring the car to a detailer, and I've love some help with 2 questions first:

1) Would people recommend a ceramic coating? (why yes or no please!)
2) In the Dublin/Leinster area, who would you recommend. I've seen Spirit detailing mentioned here alot, has anyone used them or know anything about them? Also Ceramic Pro Ireland are at alot of shows etc, has anyone used them, or know anything about them.

Any suggestions gratefully received.

itsmeitsme wrote: »

Hi,

Some great info on this forum. I am picking up my new Megane R.S trophy in approx. two weeks, and was wondering what protective coatings people would recommend. I'm staying away from the dealers offers as I think the one size fits all dealer valeter will make a mess of it.

I am going to bring the car to a detailer, and I've love some help with 2 questions first:

1) Would people recommend a ceramic coating? (why yes or no please!)
2) In the Dublin/Leinster area, who would you recommend. I've seen Spirit detailing mentioned here alot, has anyone used them or know anything about them? Also Ceramic Pro Ireland are at alot of shows etc, has anyone used them, or know anything about them.

Any suggestions gratefully received.

@itsmeitsme

1: Always coat your car with a ceramic coating by a professional. From day 1. Garage stuff is terrible, but wouldnt be that bad if they actually applied it properly, which they never do ! Weather its washed once a year or every few days your better having a coating to help maintain the clearcoat. New car paint is alot softer now and easily damaged. Get protection from day 1. And dont rule out PPF. Considering it's a trophy edition and your gonna drive it, and prob drive it hard, a ceramic will not protect against chips or scratches. And if you track it your def gonna accumulate chips on the front, behind the wheels and the side skirts. So a combination of both would be ideal. But it's all about budget too so look up your options 😎👌

2: Always best to call the guys local to you, have a chat and a feel for their knowledge. Their are some amazing detailers out there who aren't listed here often but are in the trade a long time. Call them, have a chat and see who your comfy with. Those trying to ram the top job down your neck are more concerned about what they want you to spend rather than what you need and can afford. So take your time, make a few calls and dont rush into the first guy who is giving you a deal or the "best In the industry". Because your only as good as your last job.

As the saying goes : "if the shoe fits".

Hope this helps ðŸ˜

Anyone able to recommend a good detailer in Cork / Kerry? Looking to remove a few tiny scuffs on mirrors etc and bring up the colour of the white to new again. Just not the same when its dull

Thanks, MXValeting look pretty good on the website, must give him a shout on Monday. Thanks

Parapara2017 wrote: »

Anyone heard / used https://platinumvaletingdublin.com/#/ prices seem very reasonable / good value?

Never used them but if your looking for somewhere decent in Dublin I'd recommend 5 Star Auto Valet in Baldoyle. The only place im willing to let wash my car these days. Little more expensive then other places but they put the effort in. And you can also use their app to book your car in.

Leonard Hofstadter wrote: »

I used them a few times and found them overrated to say the least. I find Posh Car Wash in Windy Arbour do a far better job, and way cheaper to boot, plus you don't have to book, although if you try going after 10 am it will be full up.

I've being impressed every time I've used them tbh, I know 25 sounds steep for a wash and to some folk it understandably is a lot of money but for the job they do compared to the usual €8 foreigner ran places it's worth it if you like your car to look well. However if I owned a banger id just stick to the cheaper places though.

My main reason for using them as well is because they dry the car properly with a air blower and towel as opposed to a squeegee and chamois which I can't stand. The booking thing suits me personally, I remember what it was like before the app and you could easily be waiting a half hour in the Q.

Id check the Windy Arbour place out if it was closer to me but Dundrum direction would be too much of a trek.

Sexual Chocolate wrote: »

I've being impressed every time I've used them tbh, I know 25 sounds steep for a wash and to some folk it understandably is a lot of money but for the job they do compared to the usual €8 foreigner ran places it's worth it if you like your car to look well. However if I owned a banger id just stick to the cheaper places though.

My main reason for using them as well is because they dry the car properly with a air blower and towel as opposed to a squeegee and chamois which I can't stand. The booking thing suits me personally, I remember what it was like before the app and you could easily be waiting a half hour in the Q.

Id check the Windy Arbour place out if it was closer to me but Dundrum direction would be too much of a trek.

Not really sure what this has to do with anything?

Anyway, +1 for 5 Star Auto Valet

sk8board wrote: »

Any recommendations for multi-year ceramic and stage 1 correction
in north county Dublin? (in addition to flawless).
Car had 3 year ceramic added when new, and it lasted brilliantly.
Tks

Give Brian a ring at Spirit detailing

Hey, does anyone have any recommendations for a detailer in north wicklow, South Dublin (as far as Sandyford) to do a quick valet before Friday? I'm swamped under this week otherwise I'd do myself but looking to have the car spotless for going on holidays.

My wife's car is in need of a good valeting and I was wondering if anyone could recommend someone in the Galway city area? Someone who likes a challenge:)

Thanks, I don't mind travelling a bit outside the city:)

I have used Cool Waves in Liosban Industrial Estate several times and like them.
Prices etc https://coolwavescarwash.ie/

It really boils down to what you're willing to spend, check with both.

SmartinMartin wrote: »

On recommendation from this thread I contacted spirit for an overall paint detailing job. Unfortunately it seems he's gone out of business permanently. Can you people recommend anyone else in the Dublin area please. White car with great original paint, a couple of the panels have dulled a bit over the years.

Yes it was on here and his Facebook.

SmartinMartin wrote: »

Yes but can you recommend another?

Larry kehoe in Wexford and D&D in cork have come up. I haven't used myself but others mentioned as very good.... Foxhole Norman is at the cork one and from what's posted, very good afwhat they do.

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