[BobbyG]

Your baby is look beautiful!! That red top is just!!!! Flows so well with the red brake calipers.

Do you do this yourself or have someone come or take it to a shop?

First, I was told all cars even straight need some sort of paint correction. My car went straight to PPF and Ceramic and they threw it in at no cost. I asked, “do you think I need it?” They replied that no car even straight from the factory would benefit from some correction. Not the entire car but some areas. I detail my car but I DON’T apply ceramic or PPF. I never wash my car just use the detail stuff they gave me. Hope that helps!

 

[KM992]

Brand new and still needs paint correction!!!!

This is unfortunate and unexpected at this level.

No choice, have to get it done before the PPF goes on.

The shop sent pics & vids however I can’t upload the vids, still learning the form.

What do you all think?

That’s unacceptable.

The dealership should’ve at least seen and corrected the obvious paint defects like around the filler cap. Fortunately, that’s a easy fix.

Unfortunately the plastic scratches aren’t as easy to fix. Do they look as bad in real life as in the pictures?

I’d be talking to the SA or sales manager and have them help out with the cost to correct the paint. If the plastic is visible from a few feet away we‘d be discussing it as well.

Edit…I would accept that on my new pickup. Maybe even my Macan. I expect better on my 992.

 

[BobbyG]

That’s unacceptable.

The dealership should’ve at least seen and corrected the obvious paint defects like around the filler cap. Fortunately, that’s a easy fix.

Unfortunately the plastic scratches aren’t as easy to fix. Do they look as bad in real life as in the pictures?

I’d be talking to the SA or sales manager and have them help out with the cost to correct the paint. If the plastic is visible from a few feet away we‘d be discussing it as well.

Edit…I would accept that on my new pickup. Maybe even my Macan. I expect better on my 992.

I would add some of that stuff/correction is in the clear coat and usually no big deal and another step in the detail process, that’s how it was explained to me and my tiny brain!

 

[yrralis1]

Brand new and still needs paint correction!!!!

This is unfortunate and unexpected at this level.

No choice, have to get it done before the PPF goes on.

The shop sent pics & vids however I can’t upload the vids, still learning the form.

What do you all think?

Are they asking you for more money?

I don’t like it. I would first go in person and have them show me exactly what they’re trying to show you in these pictures. I’m not at my computer and an iPhone in a picture I don’t want to say anything.

I know my detailer since 2008 . I have never waited 2 1/2 weeks for a car. If there has ever been any kind of cosmetic blemish of any type, the first thing he does is asked me to come look at it in person. If I didn’t tell him that I trust him he proceeds, I think you should go in person . If he does, in fact, show you something then discuss it here.

I would never be able to do my own car anything close to what this guy does. People fly him into other countries to do their collection of cars. He is meticulous. I don’t have that skill.

 

[yrralis1]

I am at my computer now . Keep in. mind I am not a pro detail guy .

All I see is slight scuff on the light lens and glass roof . I looked for a good picture to show you how the car arrives . Its wrapped in paper . They tear it off . Those scuffs ought to come right out . I found this. When they tear off the paper its obviously stuck to the car but does not scratch it .

https://www.reddit.com/r/Porsche/comments/11g5bh8

 

[BobbyG]

I am at my computer now . Keep in. mind I am not a pro detail guy .

All I see is slight scuff on the light lens and glass roof . I looked for a good picture to show you how the car arrives . Its wrapped in paper . They tear it off . Those scuffs ought to come right out . I found this. When they tear off the paper its obviously stuck to the car but does not scratch it .

https://www.reddit.com/r/Porsche/comments/11g5bh8
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Oh to go back in time! I’d like to take delivery all over again!

 

[yrralis1]

Oh to go back in time! I’d like to take delivery all over again!

You may end up going for another round with something Porsche. If not, now you know, it’s going to happen someday.

 

[BobbyG]

You may end up going for another round with something Porsche. If not, now you know, it’s going to happen someday.

Nothing anytime soon, my side skirt project for now.

 

[SwayFam]

That’s unacceptable.

The dealership should’ve at least seen and corrected the obvious paint defects like around the filler cap. Fortunately, that’s a easy fix.

Unfortunately the plastic scratches aren’t as easy to fix. Do they look as bad in real life as in the pictures?

I’d be talking to the SA or sales manager and have them help out with the cost to correct the paint. If the plastic is visible from a few feet away we‘d be discussing it as well.

Edit…I would accept that on my new pickup. Maybe even my Macan. I expect better on my 992.

Definetly will be sharing with the dealership tomorrow. Lets see what they have to say. Most likely, please bring it in and we’ll take care of it or give a parts credit because I am sure they do not want to compensate $$. But to deal with the hassle of towing it back to the dealer from GP and then back again. Might just take an offer for future detail.

 

[SwayFam]

Are they asking you for more money?

I don’t like it. I would first go in person and have them show me exactly what they’re trying to show you in these pictures. I’m not at my computer and an iPhone in a picture I don’t want to say anything.

I know my detailer since 2008 . I have never waited 2 1/2 weeks for a car. If there has ever been any kind of cosmetic blemish of any type, the first thing he does is asked me to come look at it in person. If I didn’t tell him that I trust him he proceeds, I think you should go in person . If he does, in fact, show you something then discuss it here.

I would never be able to do my own car anything close to what this guy does. People fly him into other countries to do their collection of cars. He is meticulous. I don’t have that skill.

Yup..being told they will see how the one-step correction goes and if needed, another go around. But it is freaking brand new. Smh!

Either way, it has to be done before PPF so no choice

Who is your guy..!?!?!! Must be one of kind. Do share plz!

 

[SwayFam]

I am at my computer now . Keep in. mind I am not a pro detail guy .

All I see is slight scuff on the light lens and glass roof . I looked for a good picture to show you how the car arrives . Its wrapped in paper . They tear it off . Those scuffs ought to come right out . I found this. When they tear off the paper its obviously stuck to the car but does not scratch it .

https://www.reddit.com/r/Porsche/comments/11g5bh8
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Yup..that’s how mine arrived as well. I am thinking this maybe the “porters” work wiping it down or half ass washing for delivery to us. What else can it be? I can’t think of anything else.

Wish I could upload videos here to show ya’ll more in detail.

None the less, will be going down to GP tomorrow morning to see first hand because I want to take this issue back to dealer for some sort of rectification.

 

[yrralis1]

Definetly will be sharing with the dealership tomorrow. Lets see what they have to say. Most likely, please bring it in and we’ll take care of it or give a parts credit because I am sure they do not want to compensate $$. But to deal with the hassle of towing it back to the dealer from GP and then back again. Might just take an offer for future detail.

I would try a different place . This is a small forum and I love it but on Rennlist if you ask for a good detailer in your area you'd find one who won't make you wait 3 weeks . I am not ready to blame the dealership . A closeup picture might show the glue from the film as a swirl . I cant tell by the picture . You need to look at this in person .

 

[yrralis1]

Yup..that’s how mine arrived as well. I am thinking this maybe the “porters” work wiping it down or half ass washing for delivery to us. What else can it be? I can’t think of anything else.

Wish I could upload videos here to show ya’ll more in detail.

None the less, will be going down to GP tomorrow morning to see first hand because I want to take this issue back to dealer for some sort of rectification.

Usually dealerships have a special person for delivery who is separate from the porters . Mine doest let anyone wash a car that isn't qualified . They also sell Ferrari and Mclaren so with these types of expensive vehicles they make sure to do it right .

 

[yrralis1]

Yup..being told they will see how the one-step correction goes and if needed, another go around. But it is freaking brand new. Smh!

Either way, it has to be done before PPF so no choice

Who is your guy..!?!?!! Must be one of kind. Do share plz!

I first read about my guy on an auto forum in the South Florida section in 2007 . Then it was the shop foreman who mentioned him as being the best in town at my dealership. His name was stated as "El Chino" but that isn't his real name . It's actually Yonny . His story is very interesting . 25 + years ago he worked in a body shop . Originally from Honduras he just worked on the cars until he caught the attention of a billionaire car collector . He noticed a talent and asked Chino to maintain his cars . I know guys here post their garages and mine is a mess but I have never seen anything like that collector's garage . Penthouse vaulted ceiling , air conditioned, hurricane proof, with a collection size of a football field . Some of the older classic cars Chino restored . Chino started finding very wealthy clients . I am beyond small, potatoes . Miami has some serious cars . After about 15 years the guy told Chino its time to get his own place and since he owns building leased him a small nice shop . It even has two lifts so he can get under the car to clean if needed .

In 2008 ceramic wasn't even "the thing" yet. Chino did cars old school with clay bar . When ceramic came out I was originally hesitant . Why mess with something that wasn't broken I thought. He had always done such good work but he convinced me that this was so much easier to maintain . In the long run. it actually costs less .

One of my cars is a 16 year old modded 911 Turbo in regular black . As you know it is the hardest color to maintain . It can swirl even if one breathes on it wrong . Chino maintained it all these years . When ceramic was done the car was 13 years old . It also had a few small, chips as I had never ppf it . When I showed up to pic up the car I found him in a little corner finishing up.

When I got my 992 GTS I decided to do the PPF . I rarely get chips and have never done the Macan . Chino has two sons . One is finishing Med school but the other wanted to learn Chino's skill . Since he was a little kid he watched his dad and learned . At 18 he began helping and now at 22 he is a master of ppf . He is also extremely talented at ceramic , The two of them combined leave me speechless . When they prepare a car for trade in years later I usually get a higher number because it looks better than when it was delivered .

Here is his son putting PPF on my 992 and the final product. Chino sent me a pic when they are working on it.

 

[BobbyG]

I first read about my guy on an auto forum in the South Florida section in 2007 . Then it was the shop foreman who mentioned him as being the best in town at my dealership. His name was stated as "El Chino" but that isn't his real name . It's actually Yonny . His story is very interesting . 25 + years ago he worked in a body shop . Originally from Honduras he just worked on the cars until he caught the attention of a billionaire car collector . He noticed a talent and asked Chino to maintain his cars . I know guys here post their garages and mine is a mess but I have never seen anything like that collector's garage . Penthouse vaulted ceiling , air conditioned, hurricane proof, with a collection size of a football field . Some of the older classic cars Chino restored . Chino started finding very wealthy clients . I am beyond small, potatoes . Miami has some serious cars . After about 15 years the guy told Chino its time to get his own place and since he owns building leased him a small nice shop . It even has two lifts so he can get under the car to clean if needed .

In 2008 ceramic wasn't even "the thing" yet. Chino did cars old school with clay bar . When ceramic came out I was originally hesitant . Why mess with something that wasn't broken I thought. He had always done such good work but he convinced me that this was so much easier to maintain . In the long run. it actually costs less .

One of my cars is a 16 year old modded 911 Turbo in regular black . As you know it is the hardest color to maintain . It can swirl even if one breathes on it wrong . Chino maintained it all these years . When ceramic was done the car was 13 years old . It also had a few small, chips as I had never ppf it . When I showed up to pic up the car I found him in a little corner finishing up.
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When I got my 992 GTS I decided to do the PPF . I rarely get chips and have never done the Macan . Chino has two sons . One is finishing Med school but the other wanted to learn Chino's skill . Since he was a little kid he watched his dad and learned . At 18 he began helping and now at 22 he is a master of ppf . He is also extremely talented at ceramic , The two of them combined leave me speechless . When they prepare a car for trade in years later I usually get a higher number because it looks better than when it was delivered .

Here is his son putting PPF on my 992 and the final product. Chino sent me a pic when they are working on it.
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I’ve seen the pics of your black Turbo before and its AMAZING how that car shines…you’re lucky to know someone with that skill set. Since one of the largest Auto Auctions is just a few miles from me, detail shops are all over the place because of the volume of cars being sold. I think its every 28 seconds a car is sold. Anyway, its finding the best quality shop amongst them all. I once had “a guy” referred to me who was highly regarded. They didn’t even return my call! After digging deeper the person who suggested this shop had part ownership so I didn’t use them. I used a shop close to my Dealership who the SA recommended and was also INVITED to the shop, his videos of work and staff…..done deal and so HAPPY I educated myself and did the research.

 

[BTD]

The fellow I used, who came highly recommended by several PCA members, said my paint only required polishing prior to PPF/ceramic (as opposed to “correction”/repair). Highly pleased with the quality of work and finished product. I also got a very large discount for not having installed clear side markers. A couple of pics of work in progress.

 

[BobbyG]

The fellow I used, who came highly recommended by several PCA members, said my paint only required polishing prior to PPF/ceramic (as opposed to “correction”/repair). Highly pleased with the quality of work and finished product. I also got a very large discount for not having installed clear side markers. A couple of pics of work in progress. View attachment 2414

Wow! Looks fantastic!

 

[SwayFam]

I first read about my guy on an auto forum in the South Florida section in 2007 . Then it was the shop foreman who mentioned him as being the best in town at my dealership. His name was stated as "El Chino" but that isn't his real name . It's actually Yonny . His story is very interesting . 25 + years ago he worked in a body shop . Originally from Honduras he just worked on the cars until he caught the attention of a billionaire car collector . He noticed a talent and asked Chino to maintain his cars . I know guys here post their garages and mine is a mess but I have never seen anything like that collector's garage . Penthouse vaulted ceiling , air conditioned, hurricane proof, with a collection size of a football field . Some of the older classic cars Chino restored . Chino started finding very wealthy clients . I am beyond small, potatoes . Miami has some serious cars . After about 15 years the guy told Chino its time to get his own place and since he owns building leased him a small nice shop . It even has two lifts so he can get under the car to clean if needed .

In 2008 ceramic wasn't even "the thing" yet. Chino did cars old school with clay bar . When ceramic came out I was originally hesitant . Why mess with something that wasn't broken I thought. He had always done such good work but he convinced me that this was so much easier to maintain . In the long run. it actually costs less .

One of my cars is a 16 year old modded 911 Turbo in regular black . As you know it is the hardest color to maintain . It can swirl even if one breathes on it wrong . Chino maintained it all these years . When ceramic was done the car was 13 years old . It also had a few small, chips as I had never ppf it . When I showed up to pic up the car I found him in a little corner finishing up.

When I got my 992 GTS I decided to do the PPF . I rarely get chips and have never done the Macan . Chino has two sons . One is finishing Med school but the other wanted to learn Chino's skill . Since he was a little kid he watched his dad and learned . At 18 he began helping and now at 22 he is a master of ppf . He is also extremely talented at ceramic , The two of them combined leave me speechless . When they prepare a car for trade in years later I usually get a higher number because it looks better than when it was delivered .

Here is his son putting PPF on my 992 and the final product. Chino sent me a pic when they are working on it.

WOWWWWW!!! You are very lucky to have someone as such and close to you. Both look sexy af!

 

[SwayFam]

I would try a different place . This is a small forum and I love it but on Rennlist if you ask for a good detailer in your area you'd find one who won't make you wait 3 weeks . I am not ready to blame the dealership . A closeup picture might show the glue from the film as a swirl . I cant tell by the picture . You need to look at this in person .

GP came highly recommended from this Form and Rennlist.

Though they are 15%-20% above market, it is their precision, attention to the small details, quality, experience and finish of their work that made me decide to use their services for our baby.

I will see for myself today and further discuss with them.

Maybe only needs a polish as @BTD suggested.

 

[BobbyG]

GP came highly recommended from this Form and Rennlist.

Though they are 15%-20% above market, it is their precision, attention to the small details, quality, experience and finish of their work that made me decide to use their services for our baby.

I will see for myself today and further discuss with them.

Maybe only needs a polish as @BTD suggested.

Thats all they did with my new 992…did not need paint correction. There is NO WAY your brand new car needs paint correction so if they say it does don‘t use them. Just my opinion.