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2007 Lamborghini Gallardo Detail

When Centro Stile Lamborghini designed the Lamborghini Gallardo, it created a timeless classic. Known during it’s introduction as a “baby Lambo”, the Gallardo is anything but “baby”. In fact, this 520 horsepower bull is ready to run out of the gate to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. Gallardos are exceptional machines, and when a local client brought in his Gallardo to SweetCars for service and detailing, we were more than willing to

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Mike Cardenas April 23, 2013

Audi R8 V10 Customization Detail “Stormtrooper” Project Car

At SweetCars, we see a lot of interesting vehicles come through for detailing. But recently, we’ve had a lot of clients come to us and ask for a complete make-over of their already impressive vehicle to set it apart from the rest of the crowd. Individuality is important in the world of automobiles. It’s a way of taking your vehicle and making completely your own. This particular Audi R8 is

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Mike Cardenas April 6, 2013

2013 Maserati Gran Turismo MC Sportline Paint Correction Detail

There’s something about a Maserati GranTurismo that stirs emotion and excitement. The brand new 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo Convertible certainly captivates enthusiasts. When a client recently purchased his Gran Turismo MC Sportline convertible, he called us and arranged to have the vehicle meticulously detailed at SweetCars. With only 51 miles on the clock, the Maserati had gone through some pretty bad prep work at the dealership level. Swirls from improper

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Mike Cardenas March 25, 2013

Ferrari 458 Italia Show Stopper Detail

When Ferrari first introduced the 458 Italia, it generated an excitement around the world. And when we see one of these dream machines, we expect them to be awe inspiring and perfect in every way. However, upon closer inspection and with our own concours analysis, they can sometimes fall short of this expectation. This 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia in Nero was in need of paint correction. The recently acquired Italia

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Mike Cardenas February 16, 2013

2011 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 60F1 Alonso Final Edition, Paint Correction Detail

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Ferrari’s first Formula One victory by Frolian Gonzales at Silverstone in 1951, Ferrari created the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 60F1 special edition. The special models came in different liveries to celebrate Frolian’s victory. They were also created to celebrate Fernando Alonso’s Formula One victory in 2011 in his Italia 150. The HGTE 60 F1 Alonso Final Edition vehicles are extremely rare and only a

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Mike Cardenas January 16, 2013

2007 Alpina B7 Detail

The Alpina B7 is based on the short-wheelbase 750i and is a 500 horsepower monster. With 516 foot pounds of torque whipped up by it’s centrifugal supercharger, this B7 creates some serious thrust. This Alpina B7 was brought in as part of SweetCars’ inventory of vehicles and was readily sold upon its arrival. The vehicle was detailed at the SweetCars Detailing Studio prior to delivery, and underwent an engine detail,

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Mike Cardenas January 16, 2013

2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet Correction/22ple Detail

Some time ago, we had this particular 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet come in to have it’s brake calipers painted and we also applied the Porsche decals on them as well for a factory look. The vehicle was assessed for paint correction at that time and it was in need of correction. Known for their softer clear coat, Porsches have a tendency to have swirls and scratches on them.

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Mike Cardenas January 2, 2013

Free Detail Clinic January 12th, 2013 at SweetCars!

We’ve been getting a lot of requests for subject matter the next upcoming clinic in January.  This is your chance to vote for the subject at the next detail clinic. Vote for your favorite and we will see you January 12th at 10:30 a.m. at the next clinic at SweetCars. [polldaddy poll=6760654]

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Mike Cardenas December 11, 2012

McLaren MP4-12C Wheel/Brake Caliper 22ple Detail

Not since the McLaren F1 has McLaren built a production car designed and built solely by the Formula One powerhouse. The McLaren MP4-12C was first introduced to the world in 2009 and later hit the streets worldwide in 2011. This Formula 1 inspired supercar was built at McLaren’s impressive facility in Surrey, England with an extraordinary attention to detail. A special client of ours recently took delivery of one of

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Mike Cardenas November 21, 2012

Ragin Racin’s C6 Corvette Z06 Paint Corrrection Detail

The SweetCars detail studio gets its fair amount of Corvettes in for detailing, and this Z06 originally hailing from Bayou country was very unique. This C6 Corvette was tuned in Scott, Louisiana by Ragin’ Racin’. A wide body kit was also added along with their Stage 4 performance kit. This C6 with its NASCAR loud exhaust and aggressive looks, was in need of a little TLC. The 3-piece wheels from

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Mike Cardenas November 2, 2012

Ford GT Paint Correction and 22ple Installation Detail

Considered by Ford as the “pace car for an entire company”. The Ford GT was a vehicle that drew inspiration from the GT40 cars of the 1960’s. The Ford GT was built from 2005-2006, with a total number of 4038 cars built. The Ford GT could technically be called the Ford GT43 due to its extra 3 inches of height in comparison to the GT40. The GT40 with its four

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Mike Cardenas October 19, 2012

Nissan GT-R Maintenance Detail

The Nissan GT-R is a monster of a car. Its no wonder that its been lovingly nicknamed “Godzilla”. As GT-Rs have been know to tear up the track and put to shame even the most bespoke exotic while screaming off the line. But a technological masterpiece such as the GT-R also requires detailing during the driving season. The owner of this GT-R certainly knows how to properly maintain his vehicle.

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Mike Cardenas October 17, 2012

1986 Ferrari 328 GTS Paint Correction and 22ple Installation

A new client commissioned SweetCars to detail his ultra-low mile 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. This 12,000 mile Ferrari was in pretty good condition, but its original single-stage paint was showing signature swirls and scratches from decades of ownership. The vehicle was to be displayed at the Ferraris and Friends event in Fort Wayne. I went to work on the Rosso Corsa single-stage paint to remove the swirls and scratches and

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Mike Cardenas October 17, 2012

2011 BMW 550i Correction And 22ple Application

Products are often times developed for certain applications and vehicles. In this case, a 2011 BMW 550i that has been meticulously cared for by its owner was prime candidate for 22ple. The brake dust often generated by BMW is a burden that most BMW owners have to bear, but in this case the owner had his wheels protected with 22ple which will make them easier to maintain for up to one year. The

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Mike Cardenas October 17, 2012

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